History of Cakes....

The Wedding Cake.
Wedding cakes have been part of the marriage ceremony ever since medieval times. Originally they were made of wheat which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity. As a relic of once performed fertility rites, these 'wedding cakes' would have been thrown at the bride. Around 1900 years ago the Romans began baking wheat and salt into small cakes to be eaten. During the ceremony the groom would eat part of a loaf of this barley bread and then he would break the rest over his bride's head. Read More...

The Birthday Cake.
Birthday Cakes date back to ancient times. According to food historians, ancient Egyptians were the first to show evidence of advanced baking skills. A much later tradition of Birthday cakes started in Germany in the middle Ages. Sweetened bread dough made in the shape of baby Jesus, in swaddling cloth, was used to commemorate his birthday. This special birthday cake later re-emerged in Germany as a Kinder Fest or birthday celebration of a young child. Read More...

Welcome to Absolute Cakes.

Here at Absolute Cakes, we make every type of cake you can imagine.

Whether it's that special cake you need for a wedding, a birthday, an anniversary or any other celebration or occasion you have in mind, we can provide it.

Vanilla sponge, chocolate sponge, rich fruit cake, light fruit cake,  chocolate butter cream, vanilla butter cream, ganache, and much much more. We can cater for ALL dietary needs.

We offer a free consultation to discuss your requirements and help with all aspects of the design of your cake.

Please feel free to contact us at any time, we look forward to being of help with your special occasion.