A SOUTHAMPTON community bakery manager is sharing her top tips for baking a cake fit for a King and for any Coronation celebrations people might be hosting next month (May 2023).
Ally Molyneaux from CommuniBakes, the commercial arm of the charity Communicare, previously worked for the royal family at Kensington Palace and says the secret to a showstopping cake is simplicity.
She says: “Many of us have never celebrated a royal coronation in our lifetime and with King Charles III’s coronation taking place on May 6, we thought we’d put together some top tips for creating a cake fit for a King.
“Though we can’t promise King Charles III will get to try your cake, it will be great to serve it up if you’re planning a street party or celebration for the occasion. It’s always a good idea to keep things simple when it comes to baking. If you overcomplicate things, you’ll be in danger of them going wrong. Why not opt for a classic Victoria sponge as a nod to previous royalty or go for a lemon drizzle. Something chocolatey always goes down a treat too!
“If you’d rather do something smaller, you could have a go at baking cupcakes or tray bakes, as these always hit the sweet spot and people will be able to help themselves to individual portions.
“A tray bake with fruit arranged into the Union flag is always a popular one too. Don’t forget decorative flourishes on your cake – you could use edible flowers or purchase coronation-themed cake toppers to really give it a wow factor!”
You can read more of the community bakery team’s free top tips on the bakery’s blog at www.communibakes.co.uk.
CommuniBakes (previously Love Cake) was purchased to help raise funds for Communicare in November 2021 and is a separated limited company. All profits from the bakes sold go towards the charity and the work it does to help lonely and isolated people across Southampton.
Communicare, which is a friendly, neighbourhood charity, provides services that enrich the lives of lonely and isolated people in and around Southampton. Its services are staffed by its committed, kind-hearted volunteers, known as Communiteers, who give their time freely.
The charity is currently supporting around 600 individuals/families through tasks including, befriending, transport for appointments and assistance with shopping.
Anyone interested in finding out more about CommuniBakes, which is at 21, St James Road in Shirley, is invited to pop in when it’s open, visit its website www.communibakes.co.uk or to call 023 8070 1888.
