The Cake & Bake Show, the UK's biggest baking event, is set to return to London's Olympia from 27 November to 1 December 2024, offering visitors a world of baking, cake decorating, and sugar craft under one roof. As reported by the event's official website, attendees can expect a delightful mix of exhibitions, masterclasses, and live demonstrations from celebrity guests and baking experts.
Celebrity Baking Masterclasses
The Cake & Bake Show 2024 offers attendees the unique opportunity to learn from celebrity bakers and industry experts through interactive masterclasses and live demonstrations. Visitors can participate in hands-on Pro Masterclasses covering a range of skills, from buttercream decorating to hand-iced biscuits. The event's Cake & Bake Stage will feature live performances by favorite celebrity guests and baking professionals, sharing their best tips, tricks, and hacks.
- Former Great British Bake Off stars will be teaching online classes, allowing participants to bake along from their own kitchens.
- Celebrity chefs will also be conducting masterclasses at other baking events, such as the Bankstown Bites 2024 in Australia.
- These masterclasses provide an excellent opportunity for baking enthusiasts to learn new techniques, ask questions, and improve their skills under the guidance of renowned bakers.
Artisan Bakery Showcase
The Bakery Showcase 2024, scheduled for May 5-6 in Toronto, will feature a special focus on artisan baking, highlighting innovative techniques and cutting-edge technology in the field. A key highlight will be a demonstration by Issa Niemeijer-Brown, co-founder of Gebroeders Niemeijer bakery in Amsterdam, who will showcase artisan baking skills and participate in a panel discussion on the future of artisan baking.
- The event will include competitions for professional bakeries and a "My Canada!" student cake competition.
- A panel on "Artisan Baking into the Future" will feature experts like Karen Bornarth from the Bread Bakers Guild of America and Simon Blackwell from Blackbird Bakery in Toronto.
- Attendees can expect demonstrations on artisan bread making, award-winning pizza, and discussions on using soft grains to enhance nutrition, taste, and texture in bakery products.
Festive Gingerbread Wonderland
The Cake & Bake Show 2024 will feature a festive Gingerbread Wonderland, offering visitors a magical holiday experience. This enchanting display will showcase an array of gingerbread creations, from traditional houses to intricate replicas of famous landmarks, all crafted by both amateur and professional bakers.
- Visitors can participate in gingerbread decorating workshops and competitions.
- A special "Gingerbread Chef Scavenger Hunt" will be available for children.
- The event will include a "Gingerbread balloon house" selfie station for memorable photo opportunities.
This festive attraction aligns with similar gingerbread-themed events gaining popularity across the country, such as the Gingerbread Wonderland at Norway House in Minneapolis, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2024.
Mercure London Hyde Park Hotel - Accommodation for The Cake & Bake Show 2024
For those attending The Cake & Bake Show 2024 at London’s Olympia, the Mercure London Hyde Park Hotel is an excellent option for accommodation. Located just a short distance from Olympia Exhibition Centre, the hotel offers a comfortable and convenient stay for event-goers, whether you're visiting for the day or staying for the entire duration of the event. For reservations, it’s advisable to book early as accommodations near major events like the Cake & Bake Show tend to fill up quickly.
