--- title: "My Baking Journey: Custom Eggless Cakes in Andheri, Mumbai" description: "Discover my journey as a self-taught baker in Mumbai. I share the techniques, from fondant art to scratch-baking, behind my 100% eggless custom cakes." canonical: https://mytribe.in/bakersdelightbypooja/custom-theme-cakes/my-baking-journey-tips last_updated: 2025-09-28 --- # My Baking Journey: From Teacher to Cake Artist Tribe Verified · 100% eggless, homemade, and scratch-baked. By [Bakers Delight by Pooja](https://mytribe.in/bakersdelightbypooja) · Delivers across Mumbai; Pick up from bakery in Andheri East · ₹1,200 per Cake (estimate) Part of [Custom Theme Cakes](https://mytribe.in/bakersdelightbypooja/custom-theme-cakes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/bakersdelightbypooja/custom-theme-cakes/gallery) I am Pooja. Here is a peek into my creative process and the stories behind the cakes that leave my Andheri kitchen. ## Photos and videos - ![With so many new faces here, I thought it was time to reintroduce myself. I'm Pooja, the baker behind every cake you see here. Baking was my second calling after a 15-year teaching career, and it has become my greatest passion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9ee7507-87e3-4751-9ddf-c19c790cfa16) - ![A look back at my journey. This before-and-after shows the growth from one of my earlier, simple chocolate cakes to a more complex, overloaded drip cake. Failure is not a setback; it's a lesson.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64a9de97-aef2-4bea-9d13-9304e0154565) - [Video: I believe in quality you can taste. This video shows the texture of my chocolate cake sponges. They are always moist, fluffy, and made from scratch with the best ingredients, never from a premix.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1e4cd82-4a03-46ad-a934-de0104f6696b) - [Video: Here's a quick tutorial on how to get a clean, sharp stencil design on whipped cream. The secret is to chill the cake well and spray a little water on the stencil before applying it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/edab4dc3-ca43-4639-a673-007aec3280b4) - [Video: An easy tutorial for making a perfect fondant bow. This simple trick will help you create beautiful, professional-looking bows for your cakes every time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a376b699-8adf-4010-b3f0-0cacf2164f29) - [Video: The secret to a good chocolate drip is all about the right ratio and temperature. This video shares my recipe and tips for achieving that perfect, luscious ganache drip on your cakes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a49fb1e-11c6-48b6-9f40-7fbf73a12d0e) - [Video: Ever run out of sugar pearls? Here’s a simple DIY hack for making your own edible pearls from fondant. It's economical, easy, and you can create any size or color you need.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e67f95a6-320e-4189-aa5b-978d172fd62f) - ![A photo of me in my element. Every cake is a piece of my heart, and I'm so grateful to be able to share my passion with all of you. I truly consider myself a "Learner for Life."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4cf8a270-6fae-4592-8314-dd8fc211704a) - ![The 3 P's to success: Patience, Persistence, and Practice. This before-and-after of my fondant figurines shows how much my skills have evolved over time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/089eb890-b249-4eb7-ba86-35df4e249816) - ![Every expert was once a beginner. This comparison shows the evolution of my Rasmalai fusion cake, from an early attempt to a much more refined and elegant design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/116c295e-23d5-44af-aac7-90d1d78f6632) - ![Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. This shows the transformation of a simple butterfly cake into a more polished and modern design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1413caf5-0995-4401-8a46-aa3306f9e334) - ![Mastery is not something you achieve overnight. This shows the journey of my multi-tiered cakes, from a simple design to a complex and gravity-defying circus theme.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51b1fb31-c9dd-4d2e-9882-3dd8e5d14746) - ![The moment you think about giving up, remember why you started. A reminder of my progress with floral cake designs.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57115227-43b4-43c7-8182-d66b90c6983f) - ![Passion fuels the journey, but hard work brings you to the destination. My superhero-themed cakes have come a long way!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/837fc5ce-6f38-4d27-bd2c-3275a09a0e92) - ![Don't chase everything; find your niche and master it. This shows my growth in creating elegant, high-end designs like this black and gold 50th birthday cake.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8c119715-9210-4898-a1df-d1d785a248c5) - [Video: A quick tutorial on how to make a whimsical fondant gold foil heart balloon topper to add a touch of love to your cakes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d987885-01e3-470a-8d95-ff774457b63e) - [Video: Want to create perfect ombré cupcake toppers? This simple tutorial shows you how to blend colors and use a stencil to make elegant, custom toppers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0453e78-6824-43ef-a9fa-c5a0661104d0) - [Video: Part 1 of my fondant bow tutorial, showing a quick and easy method using circle cutters to create cute, uniform bows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d257c5e8-86db-4294-afe2-8c209c72b04f) - [Video: Real-time piping is one of my favorite parts of cake decorating. There's something so satisfying about watching the design come together, one swirl at a time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72bf8db7-11d0-4428-9d37-92e2ce2c2935) - [Video: A video showcasing the art and the artist. A glimpse into my passion for creating beautiful, memorable cakes for every occasion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb991a68-1794-4453-b34b-df13b5cc6ba0) ## About My Baking Journey & Tips People often ask why my cake sponges are so consistently moist. The secret is simple: I bake everything from scratch without using any premixes. I personally hand-whisk every batter, knowing that skipping the store-bought shortcuts is exactly what makes my cakes taste like homemade comfort rather than mass-produced desserts. My journey to baking was not a straight line. After 15 years as a teacher, I had to step away for health reasons, and baking started as a way to bond with my daughter. There were plenty of failed experiments, burnt edges, and collapsed sponges in those early days. But I treated every mistake as a classroom lesson. That spirit remains the core of my business today; I am a 'Learner for Life,' constantly refining my techniques—whether it is mastering the perfect ganache drip or the structural engineering behind a gravity-defying tiered cake. Everything I offer, from my classic whipped cream cakes to my 3D sculpted fondant designs, is 100% eggless. I believe that a cake should look beautiful, but it must be delicious first. That is why I focus on quality over convenience. My Andheri-based kitchen doesn't use chemical stabilizers or factory premixes. Instead, I rely on proper technique: understanding the ratio of chocolate to cream, the temperature of my workspace, and the stability of my sponges. When you order from me, you are not just getting a dessert. You are getting a piece of that journey. I sketch designs, I test flavors, and I obsess over the details because I know this cake is meant to mark a milestone in your life. Whether it is a 60th birthday celebration or a child's first milestone, I aim to create an experience that feels personal. If you have a crazy idea, a sketch, or even a vision you saw on the internet, let us talk about how to make it real, delicious, and entirely yours. ## About Bakers Delight by Pooja I am Pooja, the hands and heart behind my kitchen. I traded my classroom chalkboard for a mixing bowl years ago, and I have never looked back. I bake every cake from scratch, pouring the same patience into my recipes that I once used to teach my students. 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