Business Details
17 Years
experience
Luxury Wedding & Celebration Cakes in Cheltenham
Established in 2009, Vanilla Pod Bakery has become a trusted name in luxury cake creation across Cheltenham and the Cotswolds. Our founder, Pia Cato, launched the business after winning a university business competition, evolving from a cupcake concept to a bespoke cake specialist. We pride ourselves on using premium local ingredients like Billy's Eggs and Matthews Cotswold Flour to craft hand-decorated wedding cakes, celebration cakes, and cupcakes.Our team of skilled cake artisans delivers personalized service, including venue consultations and nationwide deliveries, while maintaining a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Featured in OK! and Hello magazines, we work with prestigious venues across the UK and offer immersive cake experiences for parties and corporate events. With over 15 years of experience, we combine traditional baking techniques with modern creativity to create edible masterpieces tailored to each client's vision.
Services
Wedding Cakes
Birthday Cakes
Cupcakes
Cake Experiences
Dessert Tables
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Over 15 years of specialist cake-making experience since 2009
- Personalised service with direct founder consultation available
- Uses premium local ingredients including Cotswold flour and free-range eggs
- Delivers nationwide to venues across the UK
- Featured in OK! and Hello! magazines for exceptional cake design
What people say
Exceptional cake quality
Beautiful designs
Excellent service
Perfect for special occasions
Great tasting experience
Services
Wedding Cakes
Our bespoke wedding cakes combine elegant designs with exquisite flavours, crafted to match each couple's unique vision. Available in naked, semi-naked, and buttercream finishes, these cakes cater to intimate gatherings and grand celebrations alike. We offer full-service support including venue consultations, cake tastings, and professional delivery and setup.
Cake Experiences
Interactive cake decorating workshops and parties for adults and groups, including hen dos and corporate events. Choose from cupcake battles, bespoke baking days, and team-building experiences at our Cheltenham studio or your venue. All dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Birthday Cakes
Custom-designed birthday cakes for all ages, featuring premium ingredients and creative designs. From classic tiered cakes to novelty creations, each cake is handmade to order with options for gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free requirements across Cheltenham and surrounding counties.
Postal Cake Tasting
Curated tasting boxes delivered nationwide featuring eight signature cake flavours. Available in multiple sizes with vegan options, these boxes allow customers to sample flavours before ordering bespoke cakes. Includes detailed tasting notes and serving suggestions for an at-home experience.
Dessert Tables
Full-service dessert table solutions for weddings and events, featuring cupcakes, macarons, and sweet treats. Includes styling, delivery, and setup with co-ordination available with florists and venue teams. Customisable to match event themes and guest numbers across the Cotswolds region.
People
Pia Cato
Founder & Owner
Pia established Vanilla Pod Bakery in 2009 after winning a university business competition. With over 15 years' experience in cake design, she personally oversees all bespoke creations and client consultations, combining creative vision with technical expertise to deliver exceptional results for clients across the UK.
Questions
How do I book a wedding cake consultation?
Book via our online calendar for a complimentary phone consultation with Pia Cato to discuss your wedding cake requirements and venue details.
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver and set up cakes across Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Cotswolds, and nationwide including London, Oxfordshire, and Wiltshire.
Can I customise cake flavours?
Yes, we offer eight signature flavours with options for gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free requirements across all cake types.
What is your booking process?
Secure your date with a £350 deposit, followed by the remaining balance one month before your event date.
Do you offer cake tasting options?
Yes, choose from four postal tasting box options delivered nationwide, including vegan and larger family-sized selections.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
All our cakes can be adapted for gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free diets with advance notice.
