From Our Kitchen

Ukrainian Baking in London: A Guide to Eastern European Cakes
Behind every cake on our counter is a Ukrainian recipe — and the chef who brought it to Richmond. Read more...
The Best Cakes for a Dinner Party in London
Pudding is the easiest course to outsource. Here's how to choose a cake that still feels considered. Read more...
Medovik vs Napoleon Cake: What’s the Difference Between Ukraine’s Two Greatest Layer Cakes?
Two Eastern European classics, two very different cakes. Here's how to decide which one belongs on your table. Read more...
Where to Find the Best Whole Cakes in Richmond
Ordering a whole cake in Richmond takes a little planning. Here's what to order, when to order it, and where to collect. Read more...
What is Honey Cake? Ukraine's Most Beloved Layer Cake
What is Honey Cake? Ukraine's Most Beloved Layer Cake
Medovik needs a day to soften before it's ready to slice. Here's why the waiting is the whole point. Read more...
Specialty Coffee in Richmond — What to Look For and Where to Find It
Specialty Coffee in Richmond — What to Look For and Where to Find It
The cakes started in the café. Here's what's in the cup at 16 Hill Rise, and what to eat alongside it. Read more...
What is Napoleon Cake? A Guide to the World's Most Impressive Layer Cake
What is Napoleon Cake? A Guide to the World's Most Impressive Layer Cake
Somewhere between mille-feuille and a cake. Napoleon is built from a dozen pastry layers that soften overnight into something else entirely. Read more...
The Best Cakes for Birthdays in Richmond — and How to Order Them
The Best Cakes for Birthdays in Richmond — and How to Order Them
Four cakes, four very different birthdays. How to pick the right one — and how many people each actually feeds. Read more...
What is Basque Cheesecake — and Why is Everyone Obsessed With It?
What is Basque Cheesecake — and Why is Everyone Obsessed With It?
A burnt top, a soft centre, and no crust at all. Here's what makes Basque cheesecake different from every other cheesecake you've eaten. Read more...