CAKE & BAKE INTERNATIONAL AWARDS 2025
Headline Sponsor
The awards ceremony promises to be an unforgettable event, filled with inspiration, innovation and recognition of outstanding talent.
The nomination process will open via our website mid April where you can submit your entries for the various categories; we encourage everyone to vote for who they believe deserves to be crowned their winner! After the deadline closes, the Cake International team will shortlist the top four nominations with the highest votes. Then, our esteemed panel of CI judges will scrutinise the four finalists from each category and choose the winner based on facts and evidence, for example artists’ work, social media content, presence in the cake industry.
We look forward to celebrating with you and honouring the incredible achievements within our vibrant community. Stay tuned for the category announcements…
Please be aware: Our panel of judges will be disqualified from entering the awards nominations. If they happen to be nominated, their entries will be withdrawn.
The Awards
Cake Artist Of The Year
We’re delighted to announce Renshaw Baking as our sponsor for the ‘Cake Artist of The Year’ award, as well as the CI Awards Headline Sponsor.
The Cake Artist of the Year Award is a prestigious honour given to the most talented and innovative cake artist in the industry.
Sponsored By
Renshaw Baking are the leading British manufacturer of fondant icing, marzipan, frostings, caramel and mallows
Baker of the Year
We’re thrilled to announce Nielsen Massey as our sponsor for the ‘Baker of The Year’ award.
The Baker of the Year Award will be awarded to an individual who has shown exceptional skill, creativity, and dedication in the field of baking. This award recognises not only technical expertise but also the passion and innovation a baker brings to their craft.
This award is open to public nominations, we will select the 4 finalists with the highest number of votes to hand to our panel of esteemed Judges. The judges will be looking at examples of the artists’ work, their profiles on social media and how active they are within the cake industry.
Sponsored By
Founded in 1907, Nielsen-Massey Vanillas is a family owned & managed producer of premier pure vanilla.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT
The Lifetime Achievement Award is a prestigious honour awarded to an individual who has made significant and lasting contributions in the cake and bake industry over the course of their career. This award typically recognises outstanding dedication, hard work, and influence.
The recipient of this award will be someone who has not only achieved remarkable success but has also shaped the direction of their field, leaving a legacy for future generations. The nominee could be a cake artist, part of a cake business, a manufacturer or inventor of a piece of cake/baking equipment, or all of these! This award is open to public nominations, we will select the 4 finalists with the highest number of votes to hand to our panel of esteemed Judges.
Sponsored By
Rainbow Dust are manufacturers of specialist bake & cake decorating products. Their mission is to help create WOW! moments.
TUTOR OF THE YEAR
Prop Options are proudly sponsoring the ‘Tutor of the Year’ award.
The Tutor of the Year Award honours exceptional contributions in cake and baking education, recognising tutors, instructors, mentors, or educators who excel in teaching these arts.
The award appreciates an individual who enhances education and standards in cake decorating and baking. Public nominations are welcome, with four finalists selected based on votes, from which a winner will be chosen by a panel of judges.
Sponsored By
Prop Options are the leading designer & manufacture of award-winning cake stands, separators, baking tools and event props
RISING STAR OF THE YEAR
The ‘Rising Star of the Year’ category is proudly sponsored by Vanilla Valley.
The Rising Star of the Year Award recognises artists who have shown exceptional promise or achievements within the cake and baking industry.
This award highlights emerging talent within our industry and will be given to someone who is expected to make a significant impact in the near future. This award is open to public nominations, we will select the 4 finalists with the highest number of votes to hand to our panel of esteemed Judges. The judges will be looking at examples of the artists’ work, their profiles on social media and how active they are within the cake industry.
Sponsored By
Vanilla Valley is the UK’s No. 1 independent Cake Decorating, Baking and Sugarcraft retailer.
FLOWER ARTIST OF THE YEAR
The category sponsor for ‘Flower Artist of the Year’ is Sugarin UK
The Flower Artist of the Year Award recognises individuals with exceptional skill, creativity, perfection and detail in the art of flower design using edible mediums.
The award is open to public nominations. We will select 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
Sugarin UK specialise in top-class cake decorating products, in collaboration with world class artists.
MODELLER OF THE YEAR
We are thrilled to announce Saracino as the sponsor for the ‘Modeller of the Year’ category award.
The Modeller of the Year Award is an esteemed title awarded to the most exceptional artist in the world of cake design. The award recognises their creativity, skill, and ability to model works of art from edible mediums, it could be cartoon modelling or realistic modelling. The award is open to public nominations.
We will select 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
Saracino offer a range of top quality Italian products for all your cake, pastry & dessert needs.
BEST SOCIAL MEDIA CREATOR
Rainbow Dust are the proud sponsors of the ‘Best Social Media Creator’ award.
The Best Social Media Creator Award is an accolade given to cake artists who have excelled in creating content and building a significant and positive presence on social media platforms. The award recognises creators who engage their audiences in a meaningful way, produce high-quality content and have made an impact within the cake industry. This award is open to public nominations, we will choose the 4 artists with the highest number of votes from these nominations. Our esteemed panel of judges will scrutinise each of the 4 finalists’ profiles and select a winner.
Sponsored By
Rainbow Dust are manufacturers of specialist bake & cake decorating products. Their mission is to help create WOW! moments.
MOST SUPPORTIVE PARTNER
The ‘Most Supportive Partner’ award if proudly sponsored by The Cake Decorating Company
The Most Supportive Partner Award recognises all of the hardworking partners in the industry! We recognise that our industry has many family businesses and want to award those partners working tirelessly with their loved ones. This award is open to public nominations. We will select the 4 individuals who have achieved the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose the winner from these 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
The Cake Decorating Company are the UK’s largest retailer of cake decorating supplies, stocking all the basics for every cakey project, as well as the latest in innovative products
PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
We are delighted to announce the ‘Product of the Year’ award is sponsored by @VanillaValley.
The Product of the Year Award is a prestigious recognition given to a product that stands out in its category due to its innovation, quality and overall consumer impact. This award is open to public nominations, we will select the 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. The 4 finalists will be open to public voting via our website and the winner will be announced at the Awards evening.
Sponsored By
Vanilla Valley is the UK’s No. 1 independent Cake Decorating, Baking and Sugarcraft retailer
WEDDING CAKE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
The Cake Decorating Company are proud sponsors of the ‘Wedding Cake Artist of the Year’ award.
The Wedding Cake Artist of the Year Award is a revered title given to an admired artist within the wedding cake sector of the industry. We will be recognising their outstanding skills, design, creativity, customer satisfaction and contributions to the wedding cake sector. The award is open to public nominations. We will select 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
The Cake Decorating Company are the UK’s largest retailer of cake decorating supplies, stocking all the basics for every cakey project, as well as the latest in innovative products
COOKIE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
We are honoured to have The Nicholas Lodge Legacy Foundation sponsoring the ‘Cookie Artist of the Year’ category.
The Cookie Artist of the Year Award is given to artists who have demonstrated remarkable skill, ingenuity and artistry in the field of cookie decorating. We want to celebrate those who transform ordinary cookies into edible works of art. The award is open to public nominations. We will select 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
The Nicholas Lodge Legacy Foundation was established in honour of the late Chef Nicholas Lodge, a beloved and renowned figure in the world of Sugar Art. The Foundation is dedicated to supporting the continued education and advancement of sugar artists with a mission to nurture creativity, skill, and passion by providing scholarships
NEXT GENERATION ENTREPRENEUR
The Next Generation Entrepreneur Award recognises individuals who are under 35 years old making a significant contribution to the cake and bake industry. It could be an individual who has launched a unique product, or provides unique cake designs or a business that challenges our industry.
This award is open to public nominations. We will select 4 individuals who have the highest number of nominations. Our panel of esteemed judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
HAND PAINTER OF THE YEAR
The Hand Painter of the Year Award recognises individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill with hand painting using edible mediums. This award is open to public nominations. We will select the 4 individuals who have achieved the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose the winner from these 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
SCULPTOR OF THE YEAR
The Sculptor of the Year Award highlights the exceptional talent required to transform an internal structure, be it edible or non-edible, into a stunning life-like or fantastical sculpture using edible mediums. Winning this title not only acknowledges the sculptor’s mastery in cake design but also cements their place as a leading figure in the world of cake sculpture.
The award will serve as a benchmark for artists to gain global recognition and inspire the next generation of cake sculptors. The award is open to public nominations. We will select 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose a winner from the 4 finalists.
Best Retailer of the Year Award
The Best Retailer of the Year Award is a prestigious accolade presented to a retail company that has demonstrated outstanding performance and leadership in the retail sector of our industry. This award recognises a retailer’s ability to deliver superior customer service and foster a positive impact within our Cake and Bake industry. The award will serve as a benchmark for excellence in retail and honour a company that has successfully navigated industry challenges whilst continuously evolving and meeting the changing needs of customers.
Winning this title showcases a retailer’s commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth. This award is open to public nominations, we will select the 4 finalists with the highest number of nominations. The 4 finalists will be open to public voting via our website and the winner will be announced at the Awards evening.
Sponsored By
COLLABORATION/ FEATURE OF THE YEAR
The Collaboration/Feature of the Year Award recognises the importance of collaborative teamwork and feature displays as they push the boundaries of working with edible mediums. Showcasing exceptional creativity and artistic excellence, the collaborations in particular highlight the importance of working in a team with members from all over the world. This award is open to public nominations. We will select the 4 collaborations/features who have achieved the highest number of nominations. Our panel of judges will choose the winner from these 4 finalists.
Sponsored By
