Cake Picnic: Recipes for the Love of Cake & Friends

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Cake Picnic: Recipes for the Love of Cake & Friends

What began as a simple dream—a few friends gathering in a park to share cake on a sunny afternoon—quickly became something much bigger. When Elisa Sunga posted an invitation to her first cake picnic, she expected a handful of people to show up. Instead, nearly 200 cake lovers arrived, each carrying a homemade cake and a willingness to connect with strangers over something sweet.

That joyful moment sparked Cake Picnic, a growing community built around baking, sharing, and celebrating together. As the events expanded from city to city, drawing enthusiastic crowds and long waiting lists, Elisa realized she couldn’t personally bring a cake picnic to everyone. So she created this book to help others bring the experience to life wherever they are.

Part cookbook and part hosting guide, this delightful collection offers everything you need to plan your own unforgettable cake gathering. You’ll find practical tips for organizing a successful event, from choosing a theme and preparing guests to transporting cakes and creating a welcoming atmosphere where conversations flow as freely as the frosting.

At the heart of the book are 50 creative cake recipes designed to inspire bakers of all skill levels. Organized around imaginative picnic themes, the recipes range from comforting classics to inventive flavor combinations, including:

• Sour Cherry & Pistachio Buttermilk Cake
• Torched Rosemary Caramel Cake
• Chocolate & Earl Grey Whipped Cream Cake
• Guava Cream Cheese Bundt Cake
• Roasted Apple & Sesame Upside-Down Cake
• Pretzel S’mores Cake

…and many more irresistible creations.

Whether you’re planning an elegant afternoon tea, a beachside gathering, a seasonal celebration, or a cake-filled party of your own invention, this book encourages creativity, connection, and plenty of indulgence along the way.

Filled with beautiful photography, decorating inspiration, and practical advice, this is more than a baking book—it’s an invitation to bring people together through the simple joy of sharing cake. So gather your friends, bake something memorable, and don’t feel guilty about sampling a few extra slices. Some of life’s happiest moments are covered in frosting.

Perfect for home bakers, dessert enthusiasts, picnic lovers, and anyone who believes that cake tastes even better when it’s shared.

Cake Picnic: Recipes for the Love of Cake & Friends