--- title: "Handcrafted Custom Cakes in Mumbai | Behind the Scenes at Brownsalt" description: "See how we handcraft custom cakes in Mumbai using preservative-free ingredients. Discover our behind-the-scenes process for gourmet birthday and wedding cakes." canonical: https://mytribe.in/brownsaltbakery/custom-celebration-cakes/behind-the-scenes-my-baking-process last_updated: 2026-01-25 --- # Behind the Scenes: How We Handcraft Your Cakes Tribe Verified · Handmade, small-batch baking in Mumbai. By [Brownsalt Bakery](https://mytribe.in/brownsaltbakery) · Delivered across Mumbai; Pick up available at Wadala bakery · ₹2,200 per kg (estimate) Part of [Custom Celebration Cakes](https://mytribe.in/brownsaltbakery/custom-celebration-cakes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/brownsaltbakery/custom-celebration-cakes/gallery) Ever wonder what goes into your dessert? Here is a peek inside our Wadala kitchen, where every layer is crafted by hand, free of preservatives, and made to order. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A close-up, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the custom Matcha Raspberry cake. Watch as I spread the matcha frosting, place fresh strawberries, and tie the delicate pink ribbons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29f4b3f8-4cc0-410f-8936-3353183fd905) - [Video: This video addresses the common "matcha tastes like grass" comment. It shows my process of developing a balanced, creamy matcha flavor that even matcha-haters might love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1fc25e6b-17db-4d97-b130-9b07d314dd08) - [Video: A quick recap of a year in my bakery, showing a montage of different cakes being made, from a festive Christmas tree cake to a birthday celebration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e805da46-c1a5-437a-978b-26ef800cc982) - [Video: A recap of a busy month, showing my team and me preparing large orders, decorating custom cakes, and packaging gift hampers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82397c8d-447b-4a33-aaf1-b274999ccef6) - [Video: A calming video of me decorating a small bundt cake. I pipe fresh cream and then carefully arrange candied pecans, orange segments, and edible flowers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82d8d815-5dd8-421c-850b-3c9ab2979795) ## About Behind the Scenes: My Baking Process When you watch us pipe matcha frosting or layer fresh fruit, you are seeing the actual pace of our work. We do not rush. Because we bake in small batches without synthetic preservatives, the texture of your sponge and the brightness of our fruit toppings depend on this careful, manual process. This is not about production speed; it is about keeping the cake fresh until it hits your table. Our approach to baking is centered on the idea that dessert should feel personal, not manufactured. In our Wadala kitchen, you will not find high-speed industrial mixers churning out identical products. Instead, you will see us tempering chocolate, hand-whisking matcha to balance its earthy profile, and selecting fresh, seasonal fruits for our compotes. When clients ask about our gourmet desserts, they often want to know why the flavors feel so distinct. The answer lies in the process. We use premium ingredients like Belgian couverture chocolate and real Alphonso mangoes, which require specific handling techniques that take time. We do not use non-dairy whipping cream, so our Swiss Meringue Buttercream and ganache need temperature control and a steady hand to set perfectly. We believe that transparency matters. Whether it is a multi-tier wedding cake requiring internal structural dowels for stability during Mumbai traffic or a simple bento box for a quick gift, the care remains the same. If you have a specific vision from Pinterest, we do not just copy the photo. We deconstruct the design to ensure it is structurally sound and tastes as good as it looks. From the moment we start the sponge until the final ribbon is tied, our team focuses on quality over quantity. That is why we recommend reaching out a few days in advance for custom orders. It gives us the necessary lead time to source the freshest ingredients and ensure your cake is exactly as you imagined, delivered safely to your doorstep anywhere in Mumbai. ## About Brownsalt Bakery I am Divya, and Brownsalt is my way of bringing heart back into baking. Every cake I make is a reflection of the moments you celebrate, from birthday milestones to quiet weekend treats, and I pour my own energy into making sure every slice tastes like home. 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