The Icing on the Cake Spain

World Class World Cup Cakes!

2010-07-13T04:04:00.001-07:00

Like me you may not be a huge football fan however a world cup final involving the country you live in and where your kids where born is definitely worth watching. And when they won – well lets say we celebrated well into the night. Wheyhey!

Football and cake – that's combination I can handle (me and my cake making friends too!) Look what they have done with our cake topper – you could have fantastic world cup celebrations with these!

Well done Spain – a well deserved win (sorry Holland but there was a lot of dirty play going on!)

If you are football crazy and football mad you too can have your own celebration and get a World Cup Cake or cupcakes – just email me at info@theicingonthecakespain.com –maybe you want your favourite football team instead –no problem we can do that too, just let us know which team is yours and we can arrange it for you!

Cake Tastic!

2010-06-13T08:25:00.001-07:00

Have whatever novelty cake you like and eat every last bit too!

Do you have an idea for a cake but not sure who can make it? Well look no further…

Heidi from Heidi Dream Cakes is the bees knees when it comes to making cakes. She can do anything from a Pirate ship to Lightning McQueen, wonderful cupcakes to wedding cakes. If you have an idea but think it can’t be done, ask Heidi and I bet she can do it!

I have tried and fallen in love with her cakes – I can promise you won’t be disappointed. She made me the most delicious lemon cake that I have ever had. My kids loved it too… and they are definite chocolate cake addicts so I thought lemon cake would not be their idea of heaven …but I was so wrong!

Heidi uses our cake toppers to create her fantastic dream cakes! So you can have whatever you want – even a picture of your favourite pooch!

Contact Heidi on 629966002

and view her dream creations at:

http://heididreamcake.blogspot.com/

Mercado Medieval – Estepona May 2010

2010-05-19T10:46:00.001-07:00

What a wonderful evening we spent at the Mercado Medieval in Estepona port last weekend.

Last year it was held in the old town but this they changed it the port and it was excellent.

Stalls of olives, and Art, as well as sweets, nuts and drinks, jewellery and even a Barbeque were there to entice the money from our pockets.

The stall holders played their parts brilliantly dressing up for the event and getting into the theme of things, creating a realistic and fun-filled atmosphere.

The kids love the Medieval playa area with authentic games of the period – stilts, tin walking, puzzles, bow and arrows, and even donkey rides for those kids who were brave enough. The favourite was a hand swung carousel which sent our little ones flying around and around to the sounds of their high pitched squeals of delight.

Not sure how candy floss fits in the Medieval theme but the kids certainly loved it!

Looking forward to next year already.

Hello Kitty - a purrfect choice!

2010-05-12T11:54:00.001-07:00

Ever since Christmas if you mentioned to my daughter about her birthday she immediately said that she wants a ‘Hello Kitty’ cake!

So her request was my command. I had chosen a picture for the cake topper but my newly turned 3 year old had other ideas.

She looked through the pictures and decided on another. I was resigned to use this on cupcakes instead, lol. Very demanding these 3 year olds!

These chocolate cupcakes are actually are vegan recipe, egg and milk free, for my friends daughter who is allergic, however all the kids enjoyed them and it meant that she wasn’t left out of the cakey celebrations.

My daughter was thrilled with the cake – big, pink and very definitely very Hello Kitty!

Parque Del Duque - Sabinillas

2010-05-11T10:27:00.001-07:00

A friend of mine discovered this great little park in Sabinillas. When she told me about it we knew we just had to try it, so a few of us packed a picnic and off we went. It was definitely worth the short trip . This place is brand new, with lovely clean facilities and always open, clean toilets ( shaped like toadstools!). There is even a kiosk at the front gate where you can by coffee, drinks, ice creams etc.

The 6 kids we had with us loved the place – no surprise there – with its big boat shaped climbing frame and slides, smaller kids play area, Snow White & the 7 Dwarfs statues, fountain, stream and pond. Even mini golf and an exercise area for the adults.

Not sure who thought it was a good idea to put an open stream through the middle of a kids play park though! A nightmare for us parents to keep them out of it (I wasn’t wholly successful with this!). This is the only bad point – otherwise the park is perfect.

To find it – take a right at the petrol station in Sabinillas then 3rd on the left. 2 mins down this road on the left is the Park. Have fun!

The Cake Company! Yummy!

2010-05-03T10:41:00.001-07:00

Are you in the mood for some divine cupcakes? Me too! And these girls certainly know how to pander to my moods and send me to heaven. The girls at The Cake Company make a range of cakes, cupcakes and tray bakes (and even make a low fat version so you can indulge without guilt – well almost!)

They can do anything from a small private party to a large corporate event. Their cakes really do taste as good as they look and if you fancy sampling some for yourself head to The Trading Post, Estepona on a Saturday and visit their cake stall. You can even take a box home with you ( if they make it that far - mine never make it out of the car!)

To contact the girls email them on thecakescompany@gmail.com or call 679 33 43 53 and leave a message with your details.

Have a great Saturday at The Trading Post!

2010-05-01T01:08:00.001-07:00

Not sure what to do this Saturday? Then head to the The Trading Post at the Estepona Riding School (exit Km 159 at the carreterra at Laguna Village and follow the signs inland for approx 5 mins).

It is on every Saturday and starts at 11.00 am. They have loads of stalls – toys, books, clothes. fruit & veg, Nigel's fab sauces and many more. Make sure you visit The Cake Company's stand to try one of their amazing cupcakes or tray bakes – Divine!

Stay for a while and enjoy the music, have a drink at the bar or a spot of lunch at the BBQ, while enjoy the Saturday Eventing. The kids can even go on a pony ride! Entrance is free so you have not excuse – go and have some family fun!

Telf: 952808077

www.escuela-ecuestre.com

Leaving on a jet plane?

2010-04-15T07:23:00.001-07:00

Are you one of the many Brits and Irish who live on the Costa del Sol who have decided to pack it all in and head back to Blighty and the Emerald Isle? You are not alone. Hundreds are heading to the airport every day in order to catch their flights home, having given it a go and found that life here in sunny Spain (well not so sunny this year) just hasn’t proved to be the dream that they hoped it would be.

Not sure what to get your friends and colleagues that you are leaving behind? Then try a cake – you can share it with everyone and even bake it yourself if you are the baking kind, if not we can recommend some fabulous cake makers here on the coast! Just order one of our cake toppers and you can put any picture with any message and leave your friends with lovely memories of you! We can even do cupcakes too!

Have a look at the cakes we have done so far…

To order yours just go to www.theicingonthecakespain.com or email us a pic at info@theicingonthecakespain.com

2nd Annual Spanish Ball - Saturday 17th April 2010 for Emily Ash Trust

2010-04-15T06:07:00.001-07:00

Emily Ash Trust - 2nd Annual Spanish Ball - Saturday 17th April 2010

Our 2nd Annual Spanish Ball will be held in the setting of Hotel Villa Padierna in Marbella.( Take N340 Km 166 at the Cancelada turning exit, by the Flamingos Golf Course, follow signs for Villa Padierna).

Taking place on the 17th April 2010 between 7.30pm - 2.00am. Please join us for an evening of great entertainment with performances from X Factor’s Olly Murs and soul singer Donovan Blackwood.

Tickets are 150 Euros and include reception drinks, a three course meal and free entry to a ticket raffle draw. Both a main and silent auction will be held during the evening. For more information please got to http://www.emilyashtrust.co.uk/events.htm for a PDF of your invitation!

For Tickets please contact: James 617180858 or Natalie on 678375416

Email info@emilyashtrust.com

OUR TOPPERS ARE NOW AT THE PASSION CAFE!

2010-04-09T10:16:00.001-07:00

Yes, it is true – our cake toppers can now be seen at the Passion Cafe in San Pedro! The wonderful Caitriona Coates has opened a home-baked section selling beautiful, fresh and delicious cakes, muffins and even freshly baked bread. This is an excellent addition to a restaurant that is already famed for having wonderful food, great service and divine desserts all set in the trendy cafe in San Pedro de Alcantara. Even with the road works this place is still relatively easy to get to ( in the Centro La Colonia opposite McDonalds) and if you haven’t been already then I suggest you go – breakfast menu is fantastic if you are an early bird! I have spent many an long lunch in there with my girlfriends and has been known to spill over into dinner as well! The menu boasts wonderful wraps, divine sandwiches and fresh and delicious salads to name just a few. And they also have a kids menu (very important for us parents!)

Caitriona has opened her new tantalising home-bake section only a few weeks ago and it is already the talk of the town. My daughter can’t get enough of the beautifully decorated cupcakes. If you need a special cake in the Marbella area then this is the place to go although I guarantee that you will leave with other delights too. And of course you can have one of our toppers on your cake or cupcakes!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, 9AM TO 11PM, AND NOW SERVING TRADITIONAL SUNDAY LUNCH, 1-6PM

Passion Café, Centro Comercial La Colonia, San Pedro, Costa del Sol, Spain. Reservations: 0034 952 781 583

Haiti Fundraiser – Talk Radio

2010-01-27T11:10:00.001-08:00

Haiti: We Must Help and We Must Help Now

Talk Radio Europe in association with Estepona Golf will be having a tournament for Haiti on Friday 5th of February.

A gala evening will be held at the magnificent La Quinta Golf. The cost for the dinner and show is only 50 Euros per person, starring Stan Boardman and Kenny Lynch. Among many of the entertainers will be tenor Stephen Lloyds-Morgan, Mel Williams, the Marbella Big Band and the WOW Factor 2009 winner Christian Fa and runner-up Rebecca Tate.

Estepona Golf have given the use of the golf course free so that 100% of money raised will go to the Ark Christian Fellowship who have direct access to the orphanages in Haiti through Child Care Ministries.

Click the link below to see their poster for further details.

http://www.talkradioeurope.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=902:haiti-we-must-help-and-we-must-help-now

There are other fund raisers happening on the coast so if you know of any let me know. We can all do our bit to help.

Christmas Fayre at Ludoteca San Roque International School

2009-11-24T13:24:00.001-08:00

So what are you doing on Saturday? Come along to the Christmas Fayre in San Roque and meet us! Exit 127 Urbanizacion San Roque. Don’t know where it is? Don’t worry I have added a map too - see below!

There are over 50 stalls from The Icing on The Cake Spain, to Alexander's Toys to Indybel! Lots of yummy food and fabulous gifts and the kids can even meet Father Christmas in his Grotto!

Come and have a wonderful day out and it’s free entry too!

Get the Wow Factor with Richard Lewis Interiors!

2009-11-24T07:04:00.001-08:00

Ok so you have the wonderful cupcakes with fabulous toppers but where do you put them? On a beautiful cake stand of course. One of my clients last week had looked everywhere for one but had no joy finding something that looked fabulous so she gave me a call.

Luckily I was able to put her in touch with the wonderful Jonty (aka Richard Lewis from Richard Lewis Interiors) and he supplied the most beautiful silver cupcake stand! The cupcakes looked even better displayed on it. He has various different styles so are spoilt for choice.

He has the most amazing pieces in his boutique in Guadalmina Alta. Believe me you may go in for a cake stand but you will leave with much more. He has the most wonderful wall paper – to die for, I think I have gone a bit wall paper crazy after seeing his range! And he has also just received his Christmas decorations which are just beautiful.

If you are looking for something special for your house or for a gift for Christmas then this is the place to go.

Telephone: (+34) 952 89 69 01 - Email: info@richardlewisinteriors.com

http://www.richardlewisinteriors.com/index.html

A Batty Idea.

2009-11-07T05:12:00.001-08:00

Sam is a huge Batman fan so his mum knew exactly what type of cake he would love! She called me up and I set about creating something to make him smile! He told everyone in school including the teachers that he was getting a Batman cake for his party so I knew I had to do a good job!

Thankfully he was thrilled with the result!

To order your own special cake and with personalised topper just email us at:

orders@theicingonthecakespain.com

or call 618831230.

I’m Radio Ga Ga!

2009-10-31T05:12:00.001-07:00

The Icing on The Cake Spain is interviewed for Estepona Radio again! lol but this time I brought my mum along too.

Yes, once again again the lovely presenter, Rona Burke, for Estepona Radio has interviewed me about my thoughts, likes and dislikes about Estepona! I was interviewed earlier in the year too so me must have liked me to invite me back again! We chatted about Estepona and various aspects of living in Spain. She is a lovely chatting person who puts you immediately at ease. She asked me to bring my Mum along too so she could hear her experiences of moving over to Spain.

Rona also loves my cake toppers and mentions them on a regular basis on her show! I have had many a client telling me that is how they heard about us!

Ronas show goes out on a Saturday afternoon at 2pm and is well worth a listen!

For more information about their programmes

Contact http://www.rtvestepona.es/

Mother, Baby & Toddler Show & National Baking Week

2009-10-25T14:45:00.001-07:00

As it is National Baking Week this week why not grab your little people and a few ingredients and get them into the kitchen to make some buns! They will love it.

Here is a wonderfully simple recipe from Nigella Lawson – all in one bowl – super easy! Make sure you have some lovely toppings ready for the the little ones to use to decorate the cakes! You can use smarties, sprinkles, chopped chocolate, lots of cake decorations that come in all shapes and sizes, silver balls, and even small sugar coated gummy sweets! Though be careful as big sweets can cause choking!

Your little people will have a great time decorating their own cakes! (If baking your own is just to much to bear you could use shop bought buns & biscuits too)! This photo is from the Mother & Baby show in Estepona this month where my 2 absolutely loved the Krafty Kids stand where they could decorate their own biscuits and buns – although I think they ate most of the toppings before they made it to the cakes! The girls there were great and didn’t mind at all. They even wrapped the end results so the kids could take them home! They arrange parties too, however unique, messy or creative, they can provide all the necessary equipment to make your childs day as special as it should be. Contact them on krafty_kids@hotmail.com or call Karen on 690 727 602.

The Mother, Baby & Toddler was a super morning out – if you missed it this year don’t worry it will be back next year.

Some of the exhibitors included Indybel .com – who are a wonderful online store for Mums and Mums to Be! They have so many wonderful products you won’t know which to choose. And if you need to organise a baby shower here in Spain there are the people for you. And as the weather is so changeable at the moment their Buggy Brolly is an absolute must! I love it! You can find it here - http://www.indybel.com/search.php?mode=search&page=1 and even better if you spend over 75 Euros on their site you will get a free portable high chair!

Another exhibitor was the wonderful girls at Fiesta Fiesta Parties.com.

They can organise the most beautiful parties for your little ones! http://www.fiestafiestaparties.com/

And they are hosting a Halloween Dinner Party with Evita de Buenos Aires in Nueva Andalucía!
65€ includes house wines, beer, creepy cocktail on arrival, bottle of Moet et Chandon for the best male and best female costumes, amazing array of delicious Argentinean dishes, a sexy tango show and lots more surprises! Tickets are limited and selling fast so to be part of a Halloween night to remember call Nicola now on... 636 673 936

Kidz Kingdom had a great play area at the show and were offering 50% off their membership fee (which I jumped at of course as my little people cannot get enough of the place). Other exhibitors included Red Photography who offered great discount on a studio session – I have first hand experience of these guys – they did my kids portraits and even managed to get my little one to sit still – unheard of! The photographs were great and now on display in various family member houses as well as my own. Contact them on 664 553 968 or visit their website http://www.redphotographyspain.com/ . Also worth a visit is Elle Morgan – they had 2 great stands at the show and were offering to measure your kids feet (for free) – a rarity in Spain – now I know my kids correct sizes. They offer the Start-rite shoes with half sizes and up to 6 width fitting you can get the perfect fit for little ones tootsies. They are setting up an online store at present or your can visit them in Laguna Village, Estepona or in the Crocs Concept store, downstairs in Marina Banus. http://www.ellemorgan.com/F8/ or call Catherine on 697 378 978 for more info their healthy feet campaign.

~The girls from Swim Bebe Swim were there too! I can honestly tell you they have great learn to swim classes, my kids loved them and they also offer Aqua Gym classes and Aqua Natal classes (gentle exercise in water) I loved these – especially towards the end of my pregnancy as they refreshed and invigorated me. They offer classes up and down the coast. Contact them on http://www.swimbebeswim.com/ or call Nathalie on +34 609 474 038.

The girls from Kids in Marbella.com were there. Their site is a font of great information from what's on to where to buy school uniform, where to go on a day out, useful online sites and great kid related shops and products. All tried and tested by the girls or their contributors. Check them out on http://kidsinmarbella.com/ .

Among all the exhibitors one of my kids favourites was the bouncy castle (of course!) Trumps Bouncy Castles hire these out for private parties at really reasonable rates, for more info call 667 242 193 or visit www.trumpsfunhire.com

Oh and before I forget here is the Recipe

Nigella and I do it all in the food processor. But you can make them by hand by creaming the butter and the sugar , then adding the beaten eggs and flour in alternate tablespoons. Use milk to bind, and if using this method you won't need the extra baking powder.

125g self –raising flour, unsalted butter (v v very soft but not melting), castor sugar

2 eggs

1-2 tsps vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

few tbsps milk

For the icing follow instructions on back of packet! (although making it a little runnier than usual is easier for the kids)

Preheat oven to 220*C / Gas 6

Line bun tray with paper cases. Add everything to the processor except for the milk, add a pinch of salt and blitz until mixed. Add the 2 tbsps milk and process again until you have a smooth, flowing cake batter. Cook for 15-20mins and cool on a wire rack.

When cool give to the kids to decorate, stand back and let them have some fun!

Yippee, Chocolate toppers have arrived!

2009-10-24T03:31:00.001-07:00

Yes it really is true, The Icing on The Cake Spain now has chocolate toppers.

These lovely things can be used to decorate cupcakes, biscuits, cakes, lollipops, or you can use them in ice cream sundaes, as place settings even as invitations!

The possibilities are endless. We can print any image onto chocolate or even a personal message whatever you want.

Use these to make your party, event or wedding really special!

Just as with our icing cake toppers – email us a picture or an idea and we will do the rest!

orders@theicingonthecakespain.com

http://www.theicingonthecakespain.com/

Fiesta Fiesta & The Icing on The Cake Spain

2009-10-23T04:52:00.001-07:00

Once again The Icing on The Cake Spain has teamed up with one of the top party & event planning companies on the Coast - Fiesta Fiesta, to offer personalized cupcake and cake toppers to their clientele.

Fiesta Fiesta was set up by 2 beautiful mums who saw that Marbella and surrounding areas needed their help! They love parties and have a real flair for making your event, whether for adults or for kids, a truly beautiful and stylish occasion.

Fiesta Fiesta - creative party & event planners, fun. stylish. unique. affordable.

To contact the girls just email them on info@fiestafiestaparties.com or have a look at their website:

http://www.fiestafiestaparties.com/home.php

To order a cake topper from us just go to our online store or let the girls know and they can arrange it for you!

Indybel.com & The Icing on The Cake Spain

2009-10-23T04:42:00.001-07:00

The Icing on The Cake Spain is thrilled to announce that we have teamed up with the fabulous people at Indybel.com to offer Baby Shower Cake Toppers.

Are you planning a baby shower in Spain - take away the stress by speaking to the mums at Indybel - they know their stuff and make the whole experience a joy for both mum to be and friends. They have everything you need - book a baby shower with them and they will come to your home or office with a selection of unique products and gifts for both mum to be and baby.

After the baby shower they will arrange for all of the gifts to be beautifully wrapped and delivered as a gift hamper to the home of mum to be or to a chosen hospital. How lovely is that! They also have a

gift registry service, so if friends or family live abroad or are simply unable to attend the baby shower they can log on to mum to mum to be?s wish list and select gifts they know she will really want. Perfect!

And to arrange a special cake or cupcakes for the event just let us know - email us a pic of the gorgeous mum to be and we can create a really memorable centrepiece for your shower!

info@theicingonthecakespain.com

To contact Indybel -

http://www.indybel.com/pages.php?pageid=15

Celebration Cakes Mallorca & The Icing on The Cake Spain

2009-10-23T04:40:00.001-07:00

Yes, we have teamed up!

If you need a cake on the Island of Mallorca and you want something original, fun and personalized – no problem! Just drop us an email and we will sort out a fabulous cake for you! Send us a photograph, favourite movie star, cartoon character – whatever you like! Add a message too if you want!

We make the toppers and Celebration Cakes Mallorca will make you a delicious cake to go with it!

If you have a corporate event we can promote it for you! Just email us your logo and together we will make your event the talk of the islands!

Want to celebrate a new baby? Or having a baby shower? We can make cakes and cupcakes that will be perfect for the occasion.

From birthdays to anniversaries, wedding to engagement we will arrange the perfect cake for you!

Just email us:

orders@theicingonthecakespain.com

Joys Chocolate Buttercream Icing (Frosting)

2009-06-22T04:28:00.000-07:00

The Best Chocolate Buttercream Icing
adapted from Delilah Bakery

1 1/2 cup (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup cocoa powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
2/3 cup Ovaltine

Cream together butter, cocoa powder and salt. Butter mixture will be very thick.
Turn off the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl and add powdered sugar.

Turn mixer on low and mix in powdered sugar while adding milk and vanilla extract.

As the sugar incorporates, raise the speed of the mixer to beat the frosting. Beat until smooth.
In a 2 cup measuring glass, stir together heavy cream and Ovaltine.

Turn mixer speed to medium and pour cream mixture into frosting in a slow, steady stream, until you’ve reached your desired consistency.

You may not need the full amount of Ovaltine and cream.

Top your cakes and cupcakes with this and sit back and listen to the appreciation! Yummy!

Chocolate Glaze Icing! Yummy!

2009-06-22T04:13:00.001-07:00

Here is a really easy but totally delicious chocolate icing!
Have your cake cooked and cooled and ready to ice!

Ingredients

550 g plain chocolate pieces or buttons
6 tbsp vegetable shortening

Melt the plain chocolate and vegetable shortening in a bain marie (ina bowl over boiling water) just make sure the base of the bowl and the water are not touching!

Do not stir until melted, take pan off heat but leave bowl over water until needed.

Pour the glaze over the cake. At this point you can decorate with white chocolate buttons if u wish!

Or add raspberries and a blob of cream on top!

Yummy!

Bill Grangers Flourless Chocolate & Hazelnut cake

2009-05-23T23:29:00.000-07:00

This cake looks heavy but really isn't. However it is very rich so you won't need a big slice! (Even I can't manage to much of this at once). You can serve it a dinner party with some lovely thick cream and raspberries - or just have a slice with a cup of coffee! A little slice of heaven.

Serves 8 (if I let it)

200g good quality dark choc (60-75 cocoa solids)

125g unsalted butter

225g brown sugar

100g ground hazelnuts

5 eggs, seperated

1 tbsp sifted cocoa powder

Peheat oven to 180*c.(350*f or gas 4) and grease and line the base & sides of a 20cm (8 inch) springform tin.

Put chocolate and butter in a bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (don't let bowl base touch the water). Stir occasionally until they have melted. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Add the sugar & ground hazelnuts to chocolate and butter and stir until there are no lumps. Add the egg yolks 1 at a time, stirring well after each addition. In a seperate clean bowl whisk the egg whites until they form firm peaks. Gently fold these into chocolate mixture.

Spoon mixture into the tin and bake for 45- 50 mins (depending on your oven) until firm.

Leave to cool completely in the tin before removing. Dust with cocoa powder or icing sugar.

Now sit back and enjoy!

Nigellas Easy Victoria Sponge Recipe

2009-05-20T06:49:00.000-07:00

I use this recipe for lots of different cakes! Yes you can do a Victoria sponge but you can also add different icing and add colours and cocoa if you want to change – just play around with it and you will see it so versatile and really delicious – and the best thing is that it is very easy to make!

Ingredients
275g each of self raising flour, castor sugar, butter (very, very soft)
5 eggs
2 tsps baking powder
2 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 tbsp milk
Preheat oven to 200*C

Add butter and sugar to mixer, cream. Alternate a couple of spoonfuls of flour and 1 egg until all added. add baking powder.

Add vanilla extract and milk until consistency of a thick batter. It is very difficult to go wrong with this recipe – but just be aware it doesn’t rise that much, so don’t panic.

Pour into cake tin (silicone is best) and bake in oven @ 200*c for 15-20 mins. Then turn down oven to 180*c and bake for a further 35-45 mins. you will probably need to cover with foil near the end to stop the cake burning. the 1st time you make this in your be careful as we know how ovens differ! Keep an eye on it and reduce heat a little if you think it is too hot!

Leave to cool in cake tin for a while then turn out onto a wire rack. Leave until completely cool, to ice however you choose.

You can do the traditional Victoria sponge (the way the WI would do it) with only jam in the middle and icing sugar sprinkled on top (as above).
Or add jam and buttercream to the middle.

For chocolate cake you can add 2 tbsp cocoa powder mixed to a paste with 2 tbsp boiling water!

Add food colouring if you want to make a a girlie pink cake, cover with pink icing and top with dolly mixtures!

One for the boys…

Add blue icing and decorate with monster or dinosaur shaped sweets! Or if you are feeling adventurous make 2 cakes and cut out the shape of their favourite character …

And if this is all to difficult cover with buttercream icing and add a cake topper! Easy! You can choose any character or even a photograph!

http://www.theicingonthecakespain.com/

Original recipe from nigella lawson, How to be a domestic goddess! – this book is full of great recipes!

Have your cake & eat the topper too!

2009-05-20T06:14:00.000-07:00

The Icing on the Cake, Spain

Fancy something different for a special event?
Want to do something special for your loved one or friend this year?

Fancy something cakey? Then try one of our cake toppers!

So easy, just choose your image and message and we print it! All on a fully edible icing sheet with edible ink too!

All you have to do is pop it on your cake and hey presto a fab gift!

You can say Happy Birthday, I Love You, Marry Me, Happy Anniversary, Enjoy Your Retirement, Fancy a Bungee Jump or whatever you want! You can add any message to your topper and any picture! All it takes is a little imagination so have a bit of fun....

Now that REALLY is the icing one the cake!

email us at : info@theicingonthecakespain.com