Decorating a cake is a comparatively newer culinary art that emerged in the mid-17th century and gained popularity and wide acceptance in the mid-19th century. In this early stage, it was an elaborated dessert to be showcased during the high class feasts and celebrations and were mainly for display only.
Then the time came, when due to some improved techniques in baking as use of temperature controlled oven and baking soda and baking powder made the baking very convenient task. At the same time, the tradition of elaborating this baked dessert grabbed the attention, though the cake decoration was mainly the piping work.
Then in 1929, Wilton Enterprises changed the world of cakes and cake decoration. They launched a full range of baking and cake decorating products along with the their own baking unit. At this time, beautifully ornamented cakes were not just for the wealthy aristocracy, people of middle income group also could afford such cakes for their special events.
After the Second World War, the time came when many new trends emerged in the society and culinary as well. The baking and cake decoration industry also experienced a boom. A huge assortment of supporting products such as icing tubes, sprinkle, edible glitters, a variety of food grade colours and new flavours changed the entire picture of baking business. People got aware of these new products and gradually became obsessed towards the cakes. These magically adorned edible masterpieces became an inseparable part of any occassion.
At the same time, cupcakes also entered into the scene; these miniature baked delights provided a new canvas for the food artists to present their creativity and imagination. The fine use of icings, fondants and sprinkle decoration gives not only an attractive visibility, but also appeals to the senses of cake lovers of all ages. Here we cannot underestimate the role of dedicated food/ lifestyle/ travel channels and their very popular baking and culinary shows. They have definitely spiced up the industry.
Then the time came, when due to some improved techniques in baking as use of temperature controlled oven and baking soda and baking powder made the baking very convenient task. At the same time, the tradition of elaborating this baked dessert grabbed the attention, though the cake decoration was mainly the piping work.
Then in 1929, Wilton Enterprises changed the world of cakes and cake decoration. They launched a full range of baking and cake decorating products along with the their own baking unit. At this time, beautifully ornamented cakes were not just for the wealthy aristocracy, people of middle income group also could afford such cakes for their special events.
After the Second World War, the time came when many new trends emerged in the society and culinary as well. The baking and cake decoration industry also experienced a boom. A huge assortment of supporting products such as icing tubes, sprinkle, edible glitters, a variety of food grade colours and new flavours changed the entire picture of baking business. People got aware of these new products and gradually became obsessed towards the cakes. These magically adorned edible masterpieces became an inseparable part of any occassion.
At the same time, cupcakes also entered into the scene; these miniature baked delights provided a new canvas for the food artists to present their creativity and imagination. The fine use of icings, fondants and sprinkle decoration gives not only an attractive visibility, but also appeals to the senses of cake lovers of all ages. Here we cannot underestimate the role of dedicated food/ lifestyle/ travel channels and their very popular baking and culinary shows. They have definitely spiced up the industry.
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