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title: "Joonie Tan Custom Celebration Cakes and Malaysian Cafe Experience - mytribe"
description: "Discover Joonie Tan’s custom celebration cakes, authentic Malaysian cafe flavors, and expert pastry education. Join baking classes or enjoy bespoke cake design—taste the memories today!"
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last_updated: 2024-06-02
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# Joonie Tan

I share my Malaysian Chinese heritage and childhood memories through custom cakes, baking classes, and comforting cafe classics.

## Services

### [Authentic Malaysian Cuisine](https://mytribe.in/joonietan/authentic-malaysian-cuisine)

Visit Kopitiam in Indiranagar

Typically ₹250-800 per person (estimate)

- ![This is what comfort looks like for me. A rich, spicy bowl of Curry Laksa, full of noodles, tofu puffs, and flavour, paired with a strong iced Kopi. It’s a classic Malaysian meal that I am so happy to share with you here in Bengaluru.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/64bc1212-f1f3-49bb-a3ac-91d6cb7cac14)
- [Video: My Kopi Breakfast Set is pure nostalgia. It comes with our famous Kaya Toast, silky Malaysian half boiled eggs, and a strong Kopi C, just like my mum used to make for me before school. It’s the perfect way to start your day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b90e1db2-a98a-4b01-8bef-a8072ed15c99)
- ![I always wanted Kopitiam Lah to have the lively, bustling energy of a real Malaysian coffee shop. Here you can see my amazing team at work in our open kitchen, preparing authentic dishes for our guests. The sounds and smells are all part of the experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70af756f-b0e2-410d-8459-c020da8a7473)
- ![This is Nasi Lemak, what many call the national dish of Malaysia. It’s fragrant rice cooked in coconut milk, served with a spicy sambal, crispy anchovies, peanuts, cucumber, a hard boiled egg, and a delicious chicken curry. It’s a complete meal and a true taste of home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/832db163-190a-4e4a-be2b-75937208a3d2)
- [Video: Every antique and old item in my restaurant has a story that connects me to my childhood in Malaysia. From the old tiffin boxes my aunt used for sending kueh, to the kerosene stove my mum remembers from when she was little, these items hold so many precious memories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a76bf01-f391-4803-bed2-068ab7def060)
- [Video: This is not your regular chai, it’s Teh Tarik, or 'pulled tea'. We make it with black tea, condensed milk, and evaporated milk, and the pulling technique gives it a special frothy, creamy texture. It’s a staple drink you can enjoy any time of the day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb427ce7-9536-445c-9595-bc05ac19e7f3)
- ![I am so grateful and humbled that Kopitiam Lah was awarded 3 Ultimate Stars by Culinary Culture. This honour is a testament to the hard work and passion my entire team pours into bringing authentic Malaysian flavours to you every single day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14694332-2d27-4594-bb2c-2f95d8c63866)
- ![This is me and my husband, Vinesh. Kopitiam Lah is our shared dream, born from my Malaysian Chinese heritage and his passion for building something special here in Bengaluru. We are so happy to welcome you into our space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dbee046b-87b8-4a57-9e1f-bac11d76b1af)

### [Baking & Pastry Education](https://mytribe.in/joonietan/baking-pastry-education)

Classes at Academy in Domlur & Studio in Indiranagar

Typically ₹1,500-7,000 per workshop/session (estimate)

- [Video: Welcome to my cake decoration workshop! Here, I guide students in our professional certificate course through advanced techniques like creating fondant ruffles, using stencils for elegant patterns, and sculpting detailed figurines. It’s so rewarding to see them stack their own two-tier cakes at the end.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c871673-5e04-4790-afa6-6e8bde62f945)
- ![Look at these happy faces! This is what my Kids Baking Camp is all about. I’m so grateful to see our junior chefs proudly showing off the colourful cakesicles they decorated all by themselves. It’s pure joy and sugar!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/439a2134-ea74-405b-b019-f7e2e415d2e1)
- [Video: Here’s a little peek into my Basic Cake Decoration class. We start with the fundamentals, like kneading fondant until it's perfectly smooth. Then, I show you how to paint delicate details on your own handmade toppers before placing them on your beautifully finished cake.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2d8939d2-f0fb-4fab-aafb-399506a4db27)
- ![I just love the classic beauty of English piping. This three-tiered wedding cake was a recent creation, featuring delicate buttercream swags and hand-piped floral details. It’s a timeless technique that I teach in my advanced workshops.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02af73c3-89a6-4ba4-895d-7cd33b2bdb51)
- [Video: Baking is all about making memories. I had so much fun with my son, Zev, decorating this little bento cake. Showing him how to pipe the tree and add sprinkles was such a cherished moment. This is the kind of simple joy I hope to share in all my classes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1f66a8f-56a1-4416-a19e-57fd266b2df7)
- [Video: This was a challenge I will never forget: creating the biggest cake in our studio's history, standing almost 12 feet tall! It took two weeks and thousands of handmade gumpaste flowers, but seeing it all come together was absolutely shiok. This is the level of artistry we can achieve together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d3ad30d-a7ec-43cc-a422-2e2c46dda5f4)
- [Video: Getting those perfectly smooth sides and sharp edges on a cake is so satisfying. This is a core skill I teach, using a bench scraper and a steady hand to achieve a flawless buttercream finish. It’s the ideal canvas for any decoration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1e1b598-d4ac-4e45-9d50-4067256605f9)
- ![Baking isn't just about cakes. I find so much peace in detailed work like decorating these cookies with intricate, colourful mandala patterns using royal icing. Each one is a small piece of edible art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8127452f-9291-446d-afa4-2f7a31f44ad8)

### [Bespoke Cake & Pastry Design](https://mytribe.in/joonietan/bespoke-cake-pastry-design)

Delivery across Bengaluru; Pickup available at Indiranagar, Domlur & Bellandur

Typically ₹2,500-8,000 per kg (estimate)

- [Video: This was one for the books, the biggest cake I’ve ever made, standing almost 12 feet tall! It took two weeks and thousands of handmade gumpaste flowers, with every single petal cut and shaped by hand. Seeing it all come together for the client's engagement was a moment I'll never forget.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d3ad30d-a7ec-43cc-a422-2e2c46dda5f4)
- [Video: The brief for this birthday was simple: "lots of moving parts and a big wow factor." So, we created this dramatic, multi-level Super Mario cake with moving elements. It was a huge project that brought our whole team together to create something truly magical.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc425c47-08d8-46d1-908a-4f87daeed3fc)
- [Video: I call this one "Eclipsed Romance." It's a concept cake I designed that combines bold, dramatic colours with delicate details. I love the contrast of the black fondant, the hand-painted gold florals, and the cascade of red sugar hearts. It’s a piece of edible art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5da9241e-dfd6-4f35-9bfe-838bbedcee5c)
- [Video: There's nothing better than seeing a child's face light up. For my son Zev's 4th birthday, we recreated his favourite toy motorbike as a cake. Watching his excitement was the best reward for all the detailed work that went into this structural cake.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4214d27-eecf-42ea-9311-f180b4d5576b)
- ![This wedding cake was for a very special couple, and it had to be a showstopper. We created this grand, multi-tiered design in a rich burgundy, with intricate hand-painted silver details and cascades of illuminated sugar flowers that lit up the reception.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25a62d4f-4803-449b-a9e3-e8fc88be7a7e)
- ![My mini bento cakes are where I get to have so much fun with cute, hand-drawn designs. Each one is a tiny piece of art, perfect for gifting or just treating yourself. I love seeing all the different characters and patterns come to life in a single collection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/783caed2-96a0-47db-8a58-0ab7b6d854a2)
- ![This was our biggest dessert table project, a whole city of superheroes! For this party, we created an entire edible cityscape where guests could pick up and eat the buildings, cookies, and cake pops. It was so much fun to design and build.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc90b365-b603-4566-930d-410c38d6ddcf)
- ![This cake is very special to me because it shows the artistic side of my craft. Our talented artist hand-painted this entire Santa Claus portrait directly onto the cake. It’s a perfect example of how a cake can be a canvas for beautiful art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9f0839d-e710-48d6-a892-d09aa5f6d455)

## Meet your expert

### My story

People call us pastry artists now, but really, it all started with a leap from real estate back to my childhood love for cakes. Malaysia roots, Indian home - lots of chaos, food, and family. My husband’s wild ideas, my obsession with getting things done, and our kid Zev zipping around. We celebrate with pizza and kombucha, not fancy stuff. My Malaysian Chinese culture is everywhere here. It’s not always easy, but every messy moment is worth it. Gong Xi Fa Cai!

### My work

- **Pastry Art, Baking Classes & Malaysian Cafe**: We make custom cakes for all occasions, teach baking, and serve Malaysian coffee house classics.
- **Lavonne Cake Studio**: From Lambeth piping wedding cakes to quirky birthday cakes, we bring cake dreams to life. Kids cake decorating camp is back too!
- **Kopitiam Lah Cafe**: Our Malaysian kopi breakfast set and kaya toast bring a taste of home to Bangalore. It’s a vibe, not just food.
- **Teaching & Pastry Demos**: I teach at Lavonne Academy and run pastry demo workshops for bakers and cake artists.