Unleash Your Creativity: Designing Cakes with Edible Flowers

Episode 14 Title Image

Picture commanding a research vessel, then swapping the helm for a spatula to whip up masterful cake creations. That’s the life of Abby, our guest on the show, whose metamorphosis from Merchant Marine to cake artist extraordinaire reveals that it’s never too late to chart a new course. We explore Abby’s fascinating journey, where she shares her evolution from childhood wall painter to a culinary artist, weaving tales of her inspiration from nature and art into every cake she designs. It’s a heartwarming reminder that following your passions can lead to the sweetest of destinations.

Our conversation takes a delicious turn as Abby slices into the rich world of wedding cakes, dishing out advice on everything from portioning for guests to crafting the perfect vegan buttercream. We chew over the trend of dessert diversity and how personal touches can create a dessert as unique as your event. Abby’s savvy tips on presentation ensure that your cake won’t just taste heavenly but will also stand up to whatever the celebration throws its way, be it a sun-drenched beach or a rustic barn setting.

Finally, we whisk you behind the bakery doors for an insider’s look at the logistics of cake transport and the art of cake personalization. Abby shares her secret weapon – the cake safe – and the nuances of flavor pairings and flower adornments that can make or break your confectionary centerpiece. This episode is frosted with Abby’s wisdom and sprinkled with her experiences, making it a must-listen for anyone enamored with the intersection of taste and artistry in the world of cake decorating. Join us for a slice of Abby’s story, where every crumb is an inspiration.

You Might Also Like...

Flowers After the Wedding: What do you do with them?

Flowers After the Wedding: What do you do with them?

In this week's podcast episode, we dive into a question that many brides and grooms face—what to do with all of those beautiful wedding flowers once the celebration ends. Weddings are often overflowing with florals, but once the day is over, many couples aren't sure...

Escaping the Classroom

Escaping the Classroom

After 14 years as a high school agriculture teacher, I reached a point where I knew it was time for a change. Teaching had always been rewarding, especially working with students to help them find their passions, but I found myself increasingly drawn to the idea of...

Let’s Get Published in a Magazine with Jenn Quinn

Let’s Get Published in a Magazine with Jenn Quinn

Ever found yourself staring at a photograph, wondering about the story behind the smile or the location? This week, our vibrant guest Jennifer Quinn of Jen Quinn Creative and APG Media of Chesapeake, wields her artistic prowess to unravel the narrative threads of...

Tractors, Tales, and Farmyard Follies

Tractors, Tales, and Farmyard Follies

Have you ever felt the thrill of mastering a machine that's key to taming the land? Come along as I, Amber, reminisce about my transition from a no-go on the lawnmower to becoming a collegiate tractor connoisseur. Joined by my friends Liza and Lizzie, we weave tales...

Liza, Lizzy and Amber of the Flower Files Podcast sitting on the front porch

About The Flower Files

Join our team of flower lovers while they take you along their journey as flower farmer florists pursuing business, family, strategy, mother nature, wedding installs, and everything inbetween including fieldwork, floral design, all the way to the day of event execution.

This is a weekly show that talks about all things flowers including the reality of flower farming, using locally grown flowers in wedding design, and other flower use with an environmentaly focused perspective. It includes a variety of guests who are fower lovers, users, sniffers, and ethusiasts that will talk on a range of topics… depending on where the seasont takes us!

You know Your Horoscope...

…but do you know your Flower Season? Take our fun interactive quiz to find out!

Shop Favorites