Business Details
20 Years
experience
Bespoke Wedding & Celebration Cakes in Edinburgh
Established in 2006, Sweet Unique is a specialist bakery based in Edinburgh, renowned for crafting bespoke celebration cakes that combine artistic design with exceptional taste. Founded by Jane, a skilled cake artist with a background in sculpture and design, the business specialises in illusion cakes, wedding cakes, and intricately decorated cookies. Every creation is made with meticulous attention to detail, using high-quality ingredients and techniques honed over nearly two decades of professional experience. The team prioritises personalised service, working closely with clients to transform unique ideas into edible art. With a physical shop since 2017, Sweet Unique offers cake-making classes and children's parties, fostering creativity and sharing expertise with the community.The business maintains rigorous quality standards, ensuring both visual impact and outstanding flavour in every product. Customer testimonials consistently highlight the emotional resonance of their creations, with clients praising the ability to deliver 'perfect' cakes that exceed expectations. Operating from a central Edinburgh location, the bakery combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques to serve both individual and corporate clients across special occasions.
Services
Wedding Cakes
Illusion Cakes
Birthday Cakes
Decorated Cookies
Cupcake Decorating
Cake Classes
Cake Parties
Sugar Flowers
QR Code Cookies
Bespoke Designs
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have 18 years of specialist cake design experience since 2006
- Our creations combine artistic sculpture techniques with culinary expertise
- Personalised service ensuring complete client vision realisation
- Extensive portfolio of successful wedding and celebration cakes
- Comprehensive allergy information and ingredient transparency
What people say
Amazing wedding cake
Perfect execution
Moist and beautiful
Creative expertise
Delightful experience
Services
Wedding Cakes
Custom-designed wedding cakes combining artistic flair with structural integrity. Each creation receives meticulous attention to detail, ensuring both visual impact and exceptional taste. Our expertise in sugar flower arrangements and intricate designs guarantees a centrepiece that reflects the couple's unique style while maintaining structural stability for flawless presentation.
Illusion Cakes
Specialist cakes designed to resemble other objects, particularly food items. Using advanced sculpting techniques and realistic detailing, these cakes create visual surprise while maintaining superior taste. Our portfolio includes cakes mimicking books, electronics, and various foodstuffs, each requiring complex structural engineering and artistic precision.
Cake Classes
Hands-on cake decorating instruction for all skill levels. Courses cover fundamental techniques including buttercream piping, fondant application, and sugar modelling. Participants gain practical experience creating decorated cookies, cupcakes, or sculpted cakes under expert guidance, with all materials provided for immediate skill application.
Decorated Cookies
Custom-designed sugar cookies featuring intricate decorations and innovative concepts. Available in various shapes and themes, including QR code cookies and business logos. Each batch combines precise piping work with creative design elements, offering both visual appeal and consistent taste through high-quality ingredients.
Cake Parties
Creative celebration experiences for children aged 6-10. Options include cookie/cupcake decorating or model making activities. Parties provide all necessary materials and expert supervision, with packages including take-home creations and optional birthday cake provision. Sessions last 1.5 hours with flexible booking arrangements.
People
Jane
Cake Artist
Professional cake designer since 2006 with art and sculpture background. Specialises in illusion cakes and edible art. Combines creative flair with technical expertise to deliver bespoke cake solutions. Established Sweet Unique to provide personalised, high-quality cake services.
Questions
What types of cakes do you specialise in?
We specialise in wedding cakes, illusion cakes resembling objects, birthday cakes, and decorated cookies. Our expertise includes intricate sugar flower arrangements and custom designs.
Can you accommodate specific dietary requirements?
We provide detailed allergy information and can adapt recipes to accommodate common dietary needs. Please discuss specific requirements during initial consultation.
Do you offer cake-making classes for adults?
Yes, we offer classes for all skill levels covering cake decorating, cookie design, and sculpted cakes. Materials are provided with expert guidance throughout the session.
How far in advance should I book a cake?
We recommend booking wedding cakes at least 3-6 months in advance. For other cakes, 4-8 weeks notice ensures availability, though we'll accommodate shorter timelines when possible.
What payment methods do you accept?
Full payment is required at booking for classes and parties. For cake orders, payment terms will be specified in your quotation document.
Can I visit your bakery in person?
Our Edinburgh shop is open Tuesday-Saturday with specific hours. Please check our website for current opening times before visiting.
Reviews (1)
Donna Macdonald
Jan 04, 2025
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As one of many surprises for my 40th birthday, my husband ordered me a cake from Sweet Unique. I can honestly say it was the best cake I have ever had It looked beautiful & the taste was absolutely amazing! Chocolate orange, my fav
After I'd received the cake my husband told me how friendly and accommodating Jane was and we even visited the shop after my birthday so I could give a personal thank you to her. I would 100% recommend this lovely business for all of your cake needs
After I'd received the cake my husband told me how friendly and accommodating Jane was and we even visited the shop after my birthday so I could give a personal thank you to her. I would 100% recommend this lovely business for all of your cake needs
