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No matter how old you are, you have to admit that the smell of a cake or just thinking about it increases your dopamine and brightens up a gloomy day in no time. Even if you are on a strict diet, that craving for a piece of cake or a cookie while sipping your coffee, anyway, sneaks in. Be it a piece of cookie, a bite of that sumptuous piece of cheesecake, apart from the big brands, so many homegrown bakeries are now in the market that are putting utmost effort into crafting each order. 
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Money matters, but to a small business, quality and creativity come first. On this World Baking Day, falling on May 17, 2026, Slurrp reached out to some of the home bakers who have set their feet in the baking industry with ace. Their skills, emotions, and dedication behind every single item they bake, the roadblocks they have faced while setting up their business, and the home bakers took their time out to speak their hearts out.
World Baking Day 2026: Rising Home Bakers And Their Artisanal Bakeries Everyone Is Talking About
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Getting into the art of baking is a soulful journey. Not only does it teach you patience, but it also brings you skills and expertise. Through their ‘not-so-cakewalk’ journey with Slurrp, home bakers share stories, roadblocks, and tips for future bakers on mastering baking techniques.
Cupshup and More By Ritu Saundattikar
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Ritu Saundattikar, an IT consultant turned passionate home baker behind Cupshup and More in Chennai, has been delighting customers for nearly a decade now. She recalls how pulling something out of the oven made her “gleefully happy,” even after hectic workdays, and how she dreamt “that someday I will choose to stand in front of an oven over coding, filling spreadsheets, or making presentations on my laptop!” 
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Inspired by movies like Julie & Julia and chefs like Nigella Lawson, Ritu believes that “food carries a lot of emotion,” and pours her heart into every creation. Her bakes are rustic, preservative-free, and uniquely handmade, with subtle imperfections that make each piece special.
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Customer favourites include her Coffee Bundt, classic chocolate cake, chocolate tarts, and focaccia with gunpowder or thecha. She advises aspiring bakers: “Do not expect all romantic, flowery, aesthetic days! Dream big, analyse bigger, work hard, be realistic, never stop learning, and most importantly, learn to pick yourself up after stumbling.”
Cake-e-Shwari By Moumita Gupta Sharma
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Known for its bestsellers like Rasamalai Cake, Rabdi Cake, Fresh Mango Cake, Nolen gur Cake, and Calcutta Christmas Cake, Cake-e-Shwari has been creating magic since 2020. Moumita Gupta Sharma, the owner, shares her journey from being a former IT employee to a passionate home baker.
As she mentioned, "After 4 years in the IT industry, I left my job in 2017 to start my own boutique and work independently. The journey began beautifully, and things were going quite well. But 2020 brought the biggest setback with the COVID-19 outbreak. Our boutique was shut down. One morning, amidst all that heaviness, I thought that chocolates have a way of bringing happiness, even in difficult times. That’s when I decided to start making chocolates and cupcakes from home.
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After some days, a known person called me and requested a home-baked cake. That request became the biggest challenge for me because I barely had the proper tools for baking or frosting a cake. But I still took the chance. This was the moment when I turned my passion for baking into a profession."
Though the beginning was quite smooth, it took a lot of effort to keep their name intact in the market. Moumita shared, "When I started Cake-e-Shwari, one thought constantly stayed in my mind -”Why would customers choose mine?” I knew I needed a unique identity to truly stand out. That thought led me towards creating fusion cakes and desserts - a beautiful blend of Indian flavours with international desserts. That’s how creations like NolenGur Tres Leches, Mango Tiramisu, Jamun-e-Rabdi Trifle, Motichoor Mousse, Mishti Doi Cheesecake, and many more came to life."
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From the very beginning, Moumita decided that quality would always matter more than quantity. Before creating any new item, she always thinks from a customer’s perspective and with that mindset, every single dessert is prepared with utmost care, honesty, and attention to detail. "I believe thoughtful flavours, fusion concepts, and uncompromised quality have become the true USP and identity of Cake-e-Shwari," she added.
About the roadblocks she has been facing while being in professional baking, Moumita mentioned that delivery is the hardest thing for a bakery. "The cakes and desserts I make are very fragile, and the roads and weather in Kolkata are not great for delivering cakes. I realised in the process that making a good cake is only half the job; getting it to the right place safely is also very important. I didn't want to let my customers down, so I decided to put together my own delivery team. As soon as a cake leaves my bakery, it should be fresh, beautiful, and whole when it gets to the customer."
Angie’s Bakes and Chocolates By Angelica Thapa
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Angie’s Bakes and Chocolates, run by Angelica Thapa from Kolkata, has become a home-based bakery beloved for its nostalgic and fresh creations. Angelica shared, “My baking journey began with homemade Christmas cakes for family gatherings.” Balancing a full-time MNC job with baking orders was challenging: “As a full-time working professional in an MNC, time constraints were my biggest challenge—baking provided peace but was limited to holidays.”
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Her top sellers—breads, quiches, brownies, and cakes—connect deeply with customers. “I specialise in nostalgic 80s/90s bakes rarely found in stores today, evoking cherished childhood memories,” she said. For World Baking Day 2026, Angelica plans, “I'm baking a special selection to share with my immediate and extended family.” Her advice for aspiring bakers: “Master your craft first—excellence is non-negotiable… focus on progress, not perfection, and keep moving forward.”
GG’s Baking Studio & Craft Cakery By Gungun Chanda
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Gungun Chanda, owner of GG’s Baking Studio & Craft Cakery, shared, “Everybody loved my baking, but my daughter is the one who constantly encouraged me and pushed me to take the plunge into this business professionally.”
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Her signature approach is, “Every product at GG’s is handcrafted in small batches with strong emphasis on flavour, aesthetics and uniqueness. My visual styling and rustic, soft aesthetics are the personality of my brand.”
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Balancing creativity with realistic pricing has been challenging, but her top sellers—sourdough breads, celebration cakes, unique European desserts, and savoury items—resonate because they are artisanal and distinctive. “My sourdough, for example, is naturally fermented which gives both flavour and character,” she explained. For World Baking Day, Gungun plans, “I want to celebrate by curating a platter of goodies around the world… unity in diversity.”
Artlicious Shop By Mitali Sengupta
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Artlicious Shop by Mitali Sengupta, a home bakery based in Kolkata, is the culmination of passion, creativity, and resilience. “To be honest, I never thought I would be baking, let alone have a bakery business of my own!” Mitali recalls, tracing her journey back to a serendipitous moment five years ago when she visited a home baker’s stall while helping her daughter at an exhibition. Encouraged by the kind stall owner, she began experimenting with chocolates and gradually expanded to cakes, cookies, and more, now offering over 80 handcrafted items single-handedly.
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She notes, “We keep our quality the best, and not a single one of our customers have left us over the years.” Drawing from her Bengali roots, Mitali crafts fusion desserts like Rose Malai Cake, Gondhoraj Cake, Chocolate Samosa, and Rosogolla Tiramisu. Mitali faced challenges, particularly financial constraints and managing the demanding work at age 60+. However, she never gave up. She candidly advises aspiring bakers: “Initially you will make mistakes…The first few months might not see any profit. Stay strong and keep giving your best. Do not compromise on quality (or your self-respect) ever.”
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In conclusion, these home bakers exemplify how passion, creativity, and perseverance transform simple ingredients into extraordinary experiences. Their journeys highlight the joy of crafting, the resilience required to overcome challenges, and the connection between baker and customer, proving that home baking is both an art and a labour of love.
