Business Details
7 Years
experience
Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes in North Devon
At Cantel Cakes, we combine 15 years of sugar craft expertise with six years of dedicated business experience to create bespoke cakes tailored to life's special moments. Our meticulous approach ensures every cake, whether for a wedding, birthday, or anniversary, meets exacting standards of quality and design. We offer a fully personal service, collaborating closely with clients, florists, and venues to ensure seamless delivery and setup across North Devon.Our commitment to using fresh, top-quality ingredients and time-honoured techniques guarantees cakes that are as delicious as they are visually stunning. With a portfolio spanning classical to contemporary styles, we pride ourselves on crafting individual creations that reflect each client's unique vision. Our service extends to dietary requirements, ensuring inclusivity without compromising on taste or presentation.
Services
Wedding cakes
Birthday cakes
Christening cakes
Anniversary cakes
Sponge cakes
Fruit cakes
Carrot cakes
Chocolate cakes
Individual cupcakes
Dietary requirement cakes
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 15 years of sugar craft expertise and six years of dedicated cake business experience.
- Our personal service includes direct liaison with florists and venue coordinators.
- We deliver to all North Devon areas including Barnstaple, Saunton, and Woolacombe.
- Our portfolio spans classical to contemporary designs with customisation options.
- We accommodate dietary requirements while maintaining exceptional taste and presentation.
What people say
Looked fabulous
Tasted out of this world
Lovely cake
Beautiful and original
Fantastic cake
Services
Wedding cakes
Custom-designed wedding cakes using traditional fruit recipes matured for 3-4 months or light sponge options. Available in classical, contemporary, or novelty styles with full colour scheme and decoration personalisation. Includes venue setup and florist coordination.
Birthday cakes
Handcrafted birthday cakes in vanilla, lemon, chocolate, or coffee sponge varieties. Features include bespoke sugar paste decorations, buttercream piping, and themed designs tailored to age and interests.
Dietary cakes
Custom cakes meeting gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan requirements without compromising taste or presentation. Uses specialist ingredients while maintaining the same high decorative standards as standard cakes.
Christening cakes
Elegant christening cakes in traditional white iced designs or pastel colour schemes. Options include tiered arrangements, sugar flower decorations, and personalised name/date inscriptions to commemorate the occasion.
Anniversary cakes
Anniversary celebration cakes featuring metallic finishes, commemorative motifs, and layered designs. Available in fruit cake or sponge bases with ganache or buttercream fillings to mark special years.
People
Cora Cantel
Owner & Lead Cake Designer
With 15 years of sugar craft experience and six running Cantel Cakes, Cora specialises in creating bespoke cakes for weddings and celebrations. Her attention to detail and commitment to quality ensures each cake meets exacting standards.
Questions
What types of cakes do you specialise in?
We specialise in wedding, birthday, christening, and anniversary cakes using fruit, sponge, carrot, or chocolate bases. All are decorated to order with sugar paste, buttercream, or ganache finishes.
Do you deliver cakes to venues?
Yes, we deliver to all North Devon locations including Barnstaple, Saunton, Woolacombe, and Braunton. We also set up the cake at your venue to ensure perfect presentation.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, we create gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan cakes using specialist ingredients while maintaining the same high standards of taste and decoration as our regular cakes.
How far in advance should I order a cake?
Wedding cakes require 3-4 months for fruit cake maturation, while sponge cakes need at least two weeks. We recommend contacting us as early as possible to ensure availability.
Do you offer consultation services?
Yes, we provide free design consultations to discuss cake styles, flavours, colour schemes, and personalisation options. Additional meetings can be arranged until you're completely satisfied.
