Cakes to Fall in Love With by Makiko Searle (Author)

You can't help but fall head over heels with this irresistible collection of contemporary cakes for romantic occasions from wedding and anniversaries to celebrating an engagement or Valentine's day.

From adorable miniature cakes for an engagement party to the most luxurious of wedding cakes, cake makers of all abilities can follow Maki's step-by-step instructions to make your very own gorgeous cakes in your own kitchen. A wide choice of cake recipes, icings and fillings are given, along with basic techniques and plenty of tips if you're new to cake decorating. Each of the 12 cake projects is beautifully photographed and comes complete with easy-to-follow instructions, a full list of edibles and equipment, and step-by-step pictures.

Makiko Searle is one of the UK’s leading names in wedding cake design. Her professional skills as a cake maker combined with a unique creative style have earned Maki a reputation for creating truly stunning and original designs. She has worked as a pastry chef in several prestigious hotels in both Japan and the UK and has won many awards for her cake designs. Aside from running a hugely successful business, Maki’s Cakes, her work is regularly featured in the UK’s top wedding magazines and she contributed to The Art of Sugarcraft (Vol. 1) by the tutors at Squires Kitchen International School.