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Our Story

From My Passion to Cakelin

What began as a childhood love of baking has grown into Cakelin, a boutique cake and coffee shop in Meanwood, Leeds, where everything is made with care, quality ingredients and close attention to detail.

A handcrafted Cakelin celebration cake

“I pour my heart into every creation, so that every cake brings joy at first sight, delight with every bite, and a memory worth sharing.”

Khamlin, Founder of Cakelin

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From My Passion to Cakelin

My love of baking began in childhood, when I would make simple cakes from everyday ingredients and enjoy them with tea alongside my family. As I grew, so did my passion. I began exploring new recipes, flavours and techniques, creating cakes for my children’s birthdays and special family occasions.

Encouraged by the wonderful reactions of family and friends, I decided to turn that passion into a small business from my home kitchen. With a degree in business and a desire to develop my craft further, I completed advanced training in cake-making and decorating. I learned how thoughtful details, from the flavour and texture of every layer to the final decoration, can transform a cake into something truly special.

What began as a home-based cake business has now grown into Cakelin: a boutique cake and coffee shop created to bring people together over beautiful flavours and memorable moments. Alongside our luxury cake slices, celebration cakes and wedding cakes, Cakelin now offers handcrafted cheesecakes, signature kunafa, tiramisu, premium ice cream, milkshakes, matcha, and carefully prepared coffee and tea.

Although Cakelin has grown, the heart behind it remains the same. Everything is created with care, quality ingredients and close attention to detail. Whether it is a bespoke cake for an important celebration or a slice of cake enjoyed with coffee, I want every visit to feel special.

My greatest joy is still seeing someone’s face light up when they first see their cake, and light up again after their first bite. Cakelin is the story of a lifelong passion becoming something I can share with others, one beautiful creation and one sweet moment at a time.

Khamlin

Founder of Cakelin

Customer reviews

Made for moments worth remembering.

The cake looked elegant, tasted fresh, and the message and colours were exactly what we asked for. It made the birthday table feel so special.

Birthday Cake Order

The wedding cake process felt calm and clear. We could talk through tiers, flavours, flowers and timing without feeling rushed.

Wedding Cake Enquiry

Ordering direct kept the flavour, date, collection notes and extra requests together. It felt personal, organised and easy to follow.

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