Mich Turner owner of the Little Venice Cake Company & award-winning cake designer presents her ultimate masterclass in cake baking & decorating. Covering every aspect of baking & decorating with easy-to-follow instructions this book is ideal for both the beginner-baker & the cake-decorating veteran. Baking basics are introduced in the ' Cake Recipes' chapter with sweet treats to suit every occasion; from classic sponge to decadent chocolate & traditional fruit & ginger cakes. These recipes form the blank canvas on which Mich Turner works her magic as she explains step-by-step how to make delicious frostings & fillings as well as how to cover & stack your cakes in preparation for decorating. In the ' Masterclass' chapter Mich shares her decorating secrets with succinct tutorials to teach advanced techniques from moulding realistic sugar paste roses to h&-painted designs & delicate ribbon loops. The stunning ' Cake Gallery' section showcases the techniques developed in the Masterclass with a delectable range of desserts for every occasion: from tiered creations with piped lace to chocolate glitter roses through h&-painted flowers to moulded Christmas candy canes. This book demystifies cake decorating making it accessible & fun. If you have never dared to bake & decorate a cake or if you are simply looking for inspiration Mich Turner has created the perfect book for you.