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WHERE
DID IT ALL START?
Hello, I’m James – part-time baker, full-time feeder, and founder of JAMES BAKES. If you’re wondering when the obsession with baking began, let’s rewind to a small kitchen, a big bowl of fruit, and my Mum’s generous hand with a bottle of port (seriously, the cake was basically tipsy). Every September, she’d begin the sacred ritual of soaking fruit for her legendary Christmas cake – a moist, rich masterpiece that took three months of love, patience, and periodic “just checking” spoonfuls.
That's Me, James.
"Hi, nice to see you here!"
That's my Mum/Friend/ Baking Inspiration!
The one who soaks fruit like Nigella!
That’s where it started. But what kept the flame (or fan oven) burning was her philosophy: take pride in everything you do. Whether it’s a towering layer cake or a humble brownie, every mouthful should matter. Every bite should be baked to be remembered.
Fast forward to now, and after years of lovingly feeding friends, family, and anyone who conveniently “popped by,” I’ve been told – more than once – “James, you need to let other people try this!”
So here we are.
If you’re looking for:
Some inspiration to spark some kitchen magic,
Something scrumptious for your next shindig,
Or simply to join me in a ramble about food, flavour, and the joy of feeding people…
…pull up a chair, grab a cuppa, and welcome to JAMES BAKES.
Oh, and one thing I always hear:
“What will you bake next?”
Honestly? I don’t know, folks.
Let’s find out together.
MISSION
At JAMES BAKES, the mission is simple: to create unforgettable bakes that warm bellies, spark memories, and bring people together—one indulgent bite at a time. Whether it’s a sweet showstopper or a savoury delight, I craft treats for gatherings, events, and family functions that are as delicious as they are memorable. Every bake is lovingly made to live up to the slogan:
Baked to be Remembered.
