Business Details
5 Years
experience
Award-Winning Artisan Bakery & Custom Cakes in Deal
Established in 2021, Eat & Mess is an award-winning artisan bakery and workshop based in Deal, Kent. Founded by Kate Ampomah, a Cambridge graduate with formal pastry training from America and professional experience in London and San Francisco, we specialise in seasonally inspired baked goods crafted from locally sourced and foraged ingredients. Our team of five dedicated professionals produces small-batch cakes, tarts, and brownies to order, maintaining rigorous quality standards while serving markets, private clients, and trade partners across East Kent.We offer hands-on baking classes in a relaxed seaside kitchen environment, complemented by bespoke catering services for special occasions. Our commitment to heritage grains and dietary inclusivity ensures every celebrationwhether a birthday, anniversary, or weddingis elevated through exceptional flavour and design. With nationwide recognition for our craft, we deliver and set up orders across Kent and London, collaborating seamlessly with florists and coordinators to ensure flawless execution.
Services
Wedding Cakes
Celebration Cakes
Baking Workshops
Dietary Requirement Cakes
Delivery Setup
Custom Design Cakes
Bespoke Catering
Online Orders
Seasonal Treats
Cake Portion Guide
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We have over 12 years of experience creating bespoke wedding cakes.
- Our recipes use organic flours and locally sourced ingredients.
- We cater to all dietary requirements including vegan and gluten-free options.
- Our small-batch production ensures consistent quality and freshness.
- We provide full delivery and setup coordination for events.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Beautiful bespoke cakes
Delicious gluten free options
Professional team
Relax knowing details handled
Services
Wedding Cakes
We create bespoke wedding cakes using organic flours and locally sourced ingredients. Our freehand frosted, naked, and piped swag cakes are available in single or multi-tier designs. Dietary adaptations include vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Delivery and setup at venues across Kent and London ensure seamless execution.
Baking Workshops
Hands-on baking sessions teach practical skills in a relaxed seaside kitchen. Classes include cake decorating, pastry making, and seasonal specialties. Private and group bookings accommodate varying skill levels. Participants enjoy fresh brownies and tea during sessions held at our Deal bakery.
Celebration Cakes
Seasonal celebration cakes are tailored to colour schemes and dietary needs. Options include ruffle, abstract, and theme-based designs. Available for delivery across Kent and London, with nationwide shipping on request. All cakes use 100% natural ingredients and award-winning recipes.
Dietary Requirement Cakes
We produce vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free cakes without compromising taste or quality. Recipes adapt traditional favourites using alternative ingredients. All dietary options maintain the same decorative standards as conventional cakes, ensuring inclusivity for every celebration.
Online Orders
Browse and customise celebration cakes, brownies, and pastries through our online store. Delivery covers Kent and London, with postal samples available nationwide. Orders accommodate specific dietary needs and colour preferences, supported by direct customer service for bespoke requests.
People
Kate Ampomah
Owner and Baker
Founder of Eat & Mess, Kate trained at Cambridge University and completed a pastry diploma in America. With experience in London and San Francisco, she established the bakery to combine custom cake design with educational workshops, focusing on seasonal ingredients and heritage grains.
Questions
Do you offer gluten-free and vegan cake options?
Yes, all our cakes can be adapted to gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free requirements using organic ingredients.
How far in advance should I order a wedding cake?
Contact us as early as possible to secure your date, ideally 6-12 months before your wedding.
Can I customise cake designs to match my theme?
Yes, we collaborate on custom designs, incorporating colour schemes, floral arrangements, and venue aesthetics.
Do you deliver outside Kent?
We deliver across Kent and London, with nationwide delivery available at an additional cost.
Are baking classes available for individuals?
Yes, we offer public and private baking workshops for all skill levels at our seaside bakery.
