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25/08/2024
Sept 7 and 21 weekends are unavailable and have been since mid August, which is really unusual. I’m still getting emails but I do apologise, especially to long-time clients but I can’t fit in anymore for those dates. Ps : Snapshot of some cakes of past months…some are a quick one in the box in poor lighting. I know, I’m getting lazier with the shots! 😄
30/06/2024
For the first time, I have two offspring in The Hornsby Gang Show. The village - cast, production team, backstage crew, props, catering, ushering, security, personnel - have worked long and hard all year to bring you this wonderful show. It’s a great place for youth to build confidence, camaraderie and leadership skills.
Please support this labour of love by buying tickets. And if you’re going, guess which ones are the two offspring! 😉Tickets at gangshow.com
08/06/2024
In the early days of caking, I would get super excited about making cakes for the kids. It meant creative freedom and the chance to try out new techniques. Now after making thousands of cakes for work, I’m not in the same mind frame anymore. So it takes a really interesting idea to get me going.
This is a Grey Wolf scout badge brought to life as a fondant sculpture hand carved and painted. The eyes were the most difficult part to get right and I had to get the wolf looking wise and benevolent not aggressive. I was pretty happy with it but I do regret the piping. You know when you done a marathon and then drop the ball at the last 100m because you just can’t be bothered anymore? That was the piping 😂.
24/05/2024
I still get requests for cake pops and this article tells the story of why I hardly do them anymore. Sugar has tripled in price since 2020 and white chocolate, which we use a lot of for cake pops has doubled. It’s hard to offer them at a price which makes sense and word is, chocolate prices will only be going up from here.
I made the hard decision to close the shop a year ago based on many factors, some of them personal. But the climate was certainly a part of it. I knew things would get really tough as small businesses are squeezed between higher costs and lower disposable incomes. On the back of higher inflation, people need higher wages to make ends meet, but this also adds to the squeeze for small businesses.
I was watching another report on how small businesses are struggling and it touched on a pet peeve of mine - bureaucracy and regulation. Small businesses don’t have the resources to let you know what percentage of the product came from which country or other sterling regulations like that. They’re too busy keeping head above water.
30/01/2024
These 6 colour cake pop set is on the menu again for a limited time. Link on the website. ☺️
01/01/2024
There was a joke among the Malaysian Chinese community that this year should be 2023A😄. The number four is considered taboo, much the way the number 13 is. The word sounds similar to the word death in Chinese. But then a friend pointed out that it really shouldn’t be, that the number four is considered auspicious in many traditional contexts. It also sounds like “yes” and “correct“ in Hokkien.
So yes to 2024, and yes to all the good things and the lessons it brings. Here’s to a happy 2024, peeps!
Pix : some of my favs from the last few months
28/09/2023
Some of my recent favs. The tiny flowers is a repeat of last years because the birthday girl wanted the same flavour cake with the same design, but i gave it a little update!
13/09/2023
These sunflowers are made from a mould, but because of the way they are made, no two are exactly alike. I got to thinking, that’s kinda like us. Perfectly made while imperfect, and no other like us. I hope like these flowers, we keep turning to the light and know how beautiful we are.
24/08/2023
Trying to decide between a lemon drizzle or a hazelnut torte for the school fair cake sale. Any votes?
The OLOR Waitara family fair is on Sunday, and sounds like I’ll be between the ring toss, cake stall and treasury 😄. I hope to see you there! See story for the stalls, food and rides.
12/08/2023
Yesssss!!!! I’ve had cake pops at every match, and will have some for the next one. Just in case, you know 😉😎😆.
19/07/2023
Leaving the shop felt like a break-up to me. It was the right decision but adjusting to a new normal takes a bit of work. 😌
Those who need edible prints can still pickup from our friendly neighbourhood supermarket (with the best coffee!). Now that the handover is done, I’ll work on updating the website.
Missing you all!
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Hornsby Heights, NSW
2077
To get to Galston Road via public transport, you can take the train or bus to Hornsby Station and then transfer to Bus 574 towards Dural. Get off at Galston Rd before Roundabout stop and walk towards your destination.
If you prefer to drive, take M1 from Sydney CBD or North Sydney and continue on this route until the exit for Pennant Hills Road. Keep following this road until you reach the Galston Road intersection. Look for parking options in the area before heading towards your destination.
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Popolate on Galston Road in Sydney is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. This custom bakery offers an array of bite-sized treats, including cake pops and cookies, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for party favors, wedding treats, or corporate event goodies, Popolate has got you covered.
What sets Popolate apart is their commitment to not only making delicious treats but also creating beautiful ones. Their story began with a love of experimentation and a desire to create treats that looked as good as they tasted. And they've certainly succeeded - customers often remark on how lovely the shop smells as the cakes bake.
In addition to their baked goods, Popolate also offers classes and children's birthday party activities. So whether you're looking to learn some new baking skills or just want to indulge in some tasty treats, Popolate is the place to be. Stop by their location on Galston Road and treat yourself today!
