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A Celebration of the Birthday Cake

Jaega Wise explores the history of the birthday cake, including tips from Dame Mary Berry

Jaega Wise delves into the history, traditions and culture surrounding the birthday cake, meeting bespoke baker Adam Cox, and attending a traditional Mexican "cake smash" along the way. She'll also find out what happens when a cake historian takes on the task of baking a traditional roman-style cake, and pick up some tips for the best birthday bakes from none other than Dame Mary Berry. And there's a very special delivery for one 13 year old girl from a community network of bakers trying to ensure that absolutely all children get a birthday cake.

Produced by Tory Pope for BBC Audio in Bristol

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42 minutes

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  • Fri 12 Apr 202411:00
  • Sat 13 Apr 202422:15

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