Apply a ‘crumb coat’ of cream all over the cake, ensuring any gaps are filled to give a smooth surface. Make sure there are no overhanging edges as this will affect the mirror glaze later.

What glaze you use on your cake is largely a matter of preference, but many prefer to use some form of mirror glaze. Not only does the bright sheen make for a stunning presentation, but the ...

Like any other calligraphy artist, Jay Ng works with a brush and ink, but she is unique: her ink is food colouring, and instead of paper, she writes on delicious mirror glaze cakes. Ng’s Chinese ...

with a glaze that’s as smooth as glass. Pleased with these developments, she took to social media to show off her mesmerising mirror cakes. “I used Instagram to post my photos [to share them ...

There are also different ways to glaze cakes, whether you want a drizzle effect, or a full-on, shiny mirror glaze. When it ...