I was recommended to go to Mandy's Cakes when I had to organise an impromptu birthday party. I…read moreliterally had a few hours to get a surprise party underway! So you can imagine how stressed I was. Yet when I went to Mandy's, I was reassured that a freshly baked cake to my specified design could be made within a few hours. I didn't want to go for a simple cake with a name on it. I asked if some characters could be designed on it from the birthday girl's favourite cartoon. And they were able to accommodate this with such short notice! The cake itself was divine! It was a fresh cream sponge cake with an amazing cream and fruit filling. Luckily I ordered a large size because all the guests were eager for seconds! The prices were very reasonable too so all round I was very impressed!

The fresh cream cakes with fruit on taste out of this world. At a mere starting price of £15.00…read more The occupier Harmesh reminds you that your cake is awaiting for collection. Great place to get your occasional ceremonial cakes.

Kally's Cakes situated on the High Street in West Bromwich are specialists in Egg and Eggless Cakes…read morefor birthdays, weddings and anniversaries and all other occasions. I have been to Kally's Cakes once and the cakes that were on display were brilliant. They certainly do set high standards when it comes to the final product. They will cater for your needs and the staff will answer your questions. Those working at Kally's Cakes are very friendly and they do take pride in the industry they are working in. They are passionate about what they do and I'm sure they are here for the long run. Staff provide first class service and they will not let you down. Whatever you want, they will do their best to do what it is you want. Seeing the cakes displayed at Kally's did tempt me to want to have a bite. This will sound crazy but I am not a massive fan of cakes with massive amounts of icing.

Kally's Cakes. Absolute perfection. Not a ngative to mention. Very well executed cakes and other…read moreconfectionary. Would highly reccommend it. Very helpful and dedicated staff. Very happy.

I first came across Kiss me cupcakes after being introduced to them by a friend. Since then I have…read moreorganised a hen do cupcake masterclass with them and ordered some golf themed cupcakes. They always deliver above my expectations. Their masterclasses are fun and well organised, and you have the opportunity to add your coloured frosting of choice and then decorate till your hearts content using a variety of toppings. Their cupcakes are delicious, moist and never disappoint. They are a real treat :-)

The original and the best? When I first landed in…read moreBirmingham, I had been living in New York and been missing Marks & Spencer and Match of the Day. When I came back to the UK, I was missing good coffee houses and cupcakes. It was a chance conversation of this that resulted in my being introduced to Kiss Me Cupcakes. At that time, they were stocked at the now defunct Art Lounge in Mailbox so off I went to buy a couple to taste (always Vanilla and lemon if I'm having two). I emailed Dali & Mary, the ladies behind KMCC & a beautiful friendship is formed. 3 year later and the business has gone from strength to strength, moving away from having a few cakes being stocked at coffee shops to catering for weddings, birthdays and all manner of celebrations not to mention seemingly being the go-to baker for product launches in Birmingham. I myself have ordered plenty of times including some surprise birthday cakes for my boyfriend with the Action Man logo & more recently, Kiss Me Cupcakes contributed to the launch of Coffee Birmingham; an event that serves to highlight the quality of the indie coffee houses and indeed all of Birmingham's indie businesses. There have been many pretenders to the cupcake throne since the four years that these lovely ladies turned their passion into a business (and I've tasted some great cakes from those too) but nobody else has the ingredient that Dali & Maz have; these cakes are made with LOVE.

OMG!!! The most amazing cupcakes i have ever seen! My cousin had a baby boy and lives in Solihull-…read moreand i live in London. I wanted cupcakes delivered there as soon as poss and Juci luci's cupcake factory were THE PERFECT CHOICE! When i rang up- Juci Luci was so friendly and easy to get my order details through. Price was excellent and value for money, and FREE DELIVERY as the address was within the locality. The cupcakes were delivered today, perfect and everyone loves them! EVERYONE! I will definetely order again! Thank you so much Juci Luci xxxx

One of Swadlincote's most established stores, Delicious Dishes is solely about one thing, the…read morecreation of beautiful cakes. The smell as you walk into the shop, is almost enough to make you order a cake straight away. The windows display show some of their possible creations, which have to be seen to be believed, but unfortunately no pictures are allowed. The shop itself sells cake tins, ready made icing, cook books, edible glitter, strong food colouring and a small range of cakes to buy like muffins. They also sell ready made cake decorations too, like sprigs of flowers made of sugar paste. However, the main focus of this business is the making of cakes to order, the variety is almost limitless, but the prices are on the very high side, still you are paying for individuality.

This shops is a specialist cake shop they sell cakes that are pre ordered and normally sell cakes…read morethat are made and have greetings on such as sorry your leaving, happy birthday, love you etc. They are on the high street and they sell little cup cakes and have childrens character cakes and gingerbread mans. The staff are really friendly with the children and talk and play with them. You can pre order birthday cakes and have what ever ingredient put in and toppings, they also have a folder of wedding cakes and birthday cakes they have sold. They are used for people who dont know what they want on their cakes but also shows the sheer quality. They are expensive but it is worth it as they look and taste really nice. Would recommend to use this shop for any cake as they specialise but you have to order two weeks or more in advance.

Located in Barton Marina on the waters edge and so a beautiful location on a warm and sunny…read moreSaturday. We had planned to eat outdoors but it was a little breezy and an empty table at the Apple Tree offered some shelter and so we grabbed the table. This is where things went wrong. The staff was not at all friendly when Mrs G went in to order (I was sitting outside with our beautiful Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix Ricky Martin) and the staff was not trained. After the order was placed they can out to ask which baked potato we had ordered (really - I told you!). When it came out it was ok - but £8 for a baked potato - huh!? And then the brought out the wrong panini (she specified NO cheese because she has to avoid salt). So Mrs G essentially left hers uneaten and I ate mine but was still starving. That delight with 2 sodas - over £24! Will we be back? To the marina yes, to the Apple Tree - no thank you!

Been to Barton Marina a few times. It's just as you get off the A38 and head toward Barton Marina…read more There are a number of shops, a pub, Thai restaurant and a cinema. As it was raining this afternoon we decided to grab a drink & came at The Appletree. A cafe in a beautiful setting next to the Marina with a high ceiling, fancy lights, mirrors and a baby grand piano. I had a glance at the cake counter there was a good selection of cakes but I decided to go for a cream tea. My partner wanted the same but with coffee. I had to pay extra for coffee but not much. We waited a little while for the drinks etc to come. The only thing that spoiler the tranquil setting was a child screaming which was amplified by the vaulted ceiling. My cream tea arrived, a large pot of tea with a fruit scone accompanied by jam & clotted cream. It was all lovely. Our visit was only marred by the noise of the child but that happens everywhere we go and the toilet being out of order and the nearest public toilet being at the top of the Marina. Glad the large pot of tea didn't take effect.

Birds is one of Swadlincote's most established businesses. It primarily sells bread and rolls baked…read moreon the premises, as well as the most fantastic cream cakes. These include éclairs, elephants feet and blackcurrant cheesecakes, to name but a few. They also make a great variety of filled sandwiches and rolls. Birds is, and has always been one of the most popular shops in Swadlincote with queues often forming at peak times, but they dissipate quickly. If you're looking for some fresh, tasty and home-made food, you can't really go wrong with Birds.

My favourite shop in Swadlincote. I always buy their Farmhouse loaf. The cakes are the best in…read moretown, can't resist them. The staff are lovely and friendly. Keep it up Birds, i am sure you will.