Gourmet cakes in Gurgaon; Cake shop in DLF, Phase 3 Gurgaon

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Do you want to know the story of cakes? Come let's explore. The ancient Egyptians have the skill of making cakes. In the medieval age, they made fruit cakes and the Gingerbread which could last for months. They are generally round ones with icings. Later round molds in the shape and size of cakes were introduced that are made of wood paper or any other metal. The icings were made of a boiled combo of sugar, egg whites, and some natural colors. In the 20th century the buttercream frostings, a combo of buttercream, sugar, and flavorings replaced the traditionally boiled icings. During the Second World War, the tempting cream cakes came onto the scene. They are made of layers of cream and with a lavish sprinkle of fruit toppings that was introduced by French in the 19th Century. The chemical raising agent bicarbonate of soda was the introduced that replaced yeast. It was one of the main inventions which made Bakers happy. Another breakthrough that happened in the same century was the invention of the more accurate temperature controlled oven.

Cakes remained as the most ubiquitous item in the western world. It became a prized the skill among the housewives in the mid-20th century of countries with home baking as tradition- North America and Europe. Cakes made their presence in all occasions like birthdays and wedding anniversaries. It became the symbol of celebration and joy. During weddings, cakes that are made of rich fruits, nuts, and honey were offered as an appeasement to God. After the wedding, to celebrate the joy the cake would be crumbled over the bride’s head. It was a belief by Romans that the God would bless the couple with an abundance of happiness.

Decorated cakes were first made in England during the period of Queen Elizabeth I. The decorations were made with exotic and extravagant molded almond paste. These were made to delight the prestigious guests. Along with the almond paste the French pastry Chefs recommended to go with a crust of sugar that is iced and then adorned with trinkets. In the 19th century, modelings of some flowers are small toys were made out of bones which were used only to decorate. At this point, the cakes were started to be served as a dessert at the wedding feasts.

Today's cakes can be made of any design what we visualize. It can be of 8 feet tall with Sachin Tendulkar holding a trophy, so with mountains of champagne, pictures of bride and groom and so on. In the last three decades, there has been a more change in the fashion for cakes. It was only the royalty and luxurious people who can afford for cakes in ancient days but now the cakes have become more customizable and affordable. Fresh cakes are in demand nowadays.

This is how history has carried the cakes for so long. Now my mouth is eager to taste a delicious cake. So where do I get the gourmet cakes in Gurgaon? Wishbells is a cake shop in DLF, Phase 3, Gurgaon. To get a list of cakes available I visited their website wishbells.com. Tempting cake varieties are available, so I rushed to the cake shop in DLF, phase 3, Gurgaon and ordered the Black Forest. I thought of sending one to my friend and placed an order to send one because Happiness needs to be shared! The black forest was really yummy! I have tasted the best gourmet cakes in Gurgaon how about you?