Welcome to the Blog by Faye Palmqvist
For home bakers who care about flavour, technique, and quality.
This space is for curious, passionate bakers who want more than just instructions — they want to understand the why behind every great bake.
Here you’ll find clean-ingredient baking tips, flavour-focused recipes, expert techniques, and ingredient insights — all crafted to help you bake with confidence and intention.
Winter is a baker’s paradise, and citrus is the jewel of the season! With the arrival of peak citrus season, it’s the perfect time to bring fresh, zesty flavours into your baking. From tangy lemons to...
Mini loaf cakes are more than just trending treats; they're the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and creativity. If you’ve been searching for a baking project that offers versatility, portion cont...
If you've ever taken a bite of a mini loaf cake and been surprised by a metallic or bitter taste, you're not alone.
👉 This is a common home baker problem — and one that’s easily fixed once you know w...
Table of Contents
- Why Bigger Isn’t Better (and Never Was)
- 5 Lessons from Japanese Food Culture Every Baker Should Steal
- The Hidden Cost of Ultra-Processed Baking Trends
- The Quality-First Pastry ...
Ever doubled a cake recipe only to take out a dry rim and a gooey middle?
(Metric & U.S. Measurements for Every Tin Size)
Scaling batters is one of baking’s biggest headaches. This step-by-step guid...
As a pastry chef, I know that the quality of your ingredients makes all the difference between a good bake and a great one. But how can you trust that your fruit, veg and pantry staples aren’t hiding ...
Freezing baking ingredients can be a game changer for home bakers and cake businesses alike. Whether you're trying to save money, reduce waste, or prep in advance for a dinner party or big order, unde...
Mini loaf cakes aren’t just adorable — they’re one of the smartest products for home bakers and cottage businesses looking to grow a loyal customer base.
Whether you sell at markets, take custom orde...
Mini loaf cakes aren’t just cute — they’re one of the most versatile bakes you can make. From gifting to cottage baking businesses, mini loaf cakes are small, neat, and endlessly customisable.
But he...
Pistachios have become the darling of the dessert world. From Paris to Dubai to Pinterest, they’re everywhere — tucked into croissants, blended into gelato, and piped into glossy cakes. But here’s the...
If you’ve noticed cocoa powder costing far more — or disappearing from supermarket shelves — you’re not alone. The global cocoa powder shortage is hitting home bakers, artisan chocolatiers, and small ...
Growing up in the Mediterranean, rhubarb wasn’t something I encountered as a child. It was only after moving to the UK that I discovered this strikingly tart and vibrant ingredient. During the first l...
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