🍰A Little Slice of Cornwall:Meet The Littlest Baker in St Ives
A handcrafted celebration cake — baked fresh in St Ives by The Littlest Baker.
If you’ve ever wandered the cobbled streets of St Ives or visited the bustling farmers’ markets of Cornwall, you’ll know there’s something truly special about this corner of the world. From the salty sea air to the scent of freshly baked scones, it’s a place that’s steeped in tradition — and for me, it’s home. Welcome to The Littlest Baker.
I’m Emma, and I run The Littlest Baker from my cosy kitchen in Carbis Bay, just a stone’s throw from the harbour in St Ives. I’ve always believed that life’s sweetest moments deserve to be celebrated with something baked by hand and made with love. Whether it’s a buttercream-dripped birthday cake, a tray of homemade brownies for a family gathering, or a rustic wedding cake adorned with edible flowers, every bake I create has a little story behind it.
🍪 A Cornish Kitchen with a Story to Tell
Baking has always been part of my world. Growing up in a family of farmers, bakers and cooks in Cornwall meant our kitchen was constantly alive with the scent of something in the oven. My childhood memories are filled with afternoons spent fishing off the rocks with my Granda, followed by baking sessions with my Grans and Mum.
We made everything from traditional Hevva Cake to Ginger Fairings, Congress Tarts (which my Granny fondly called ‘Concrete Tarts’ after one particularly firm batch), and of course, the Victoria sponge — a recipe that still has pride of place in my kitchen. Those early years gave me a love for proper Cornish bakes, and that connection to family, community and fresh, local ingredients is something I carry through in everything I make today.
The wonderful lady who helped me fuel my passion for baking.
🎂 Cakes for Every Celebration
At The Littlest Baker, no two cakes are the same. I don’t offer a set menu because I believe your celebration deserves something created just for you. Whether you’re planning a wedding by the sea, a birthday bash, a romantic anniversary, or a family holiday in St Ives, I’ll work with you to design a handcrafted cake that tastes every bit as good as it looks.
You’ll find everything from rich chocolate drip cakes and classic vanilla sponges with jam and Cornish clotted cream, to tangy lemon bakes, rustic naked cakes, and seasonal specials using the finest local ingredients. I’m proud to support fellow Cornish producers like Cornhill Farm Eggs, Trink Milk, Rodda’s Creamery, and Mounts Bay Dairy — because great baking starts with brilliant ingredients.
And while the flavours are important, it’s the finishing touches that people seem to love most. Wherever possible, I decorate my cakes with edible flowers, fresh fruits, and simple, natural decorations that let the bake speak for itself.
Rustic, handcrafted Cornish wedding cakes — this three-tier beauty was finished with seasonal fresh flowers.
🧁 Where to Find Me
As well as made-to-order cakes and bakes from my kitchen in St Ives, you’ll often find me at some of Cornwall’s most popular local markets. It’s one of my favourite parts of the job — meeting customers, swapping stories, and sharing a bit of homemade sweetness with locals and visitors alike.
You’ll regularly spot The Littlest Baker at:
St Ives Farmers’ Market – every Monday at The Island Centre, 9.30am to 2.00pm
Artisan Craft Market St Ives – every Wednesday at The Island Centre, 10.00am to 4.00pm
And for those visiting over summer or the festive season:
Stithians Agricultural Show – Monday 14th July 2025
Artisan Craft Market at Truro Cathedral – Saturday 2nd August 2025
Christmas Artisan Craft Market at Truro Cathedral – Friday 14th & Saturday 15th November 2025
It’s a great chance to pick up brownies, traybakes, cupcakes and other sweet treats freshly made in St Ives, as well as chat about custom cake orders.
🌸 Why Choose The Littlest Baker?
When you order a cake from me, you’re getting more than just a dessert. You’re supporting a small, independent business that’s passionate about keeping Cornish baking traditions alive. Every cake is made to order, every ingredient is carefully chosen, and every bake is delivered with love (no postal orders here — all cakes are for collection or local delivery in St Ives).
Customers often tell me it’s the personal touch that makes their cakes so special. I’ll chat with you about your favourite flavours, design ideas, and the little details that make your event unique. I’ve created everything from lemon and elderflower cakes for beach weddings to chocolate orange drip cakes for milestone birthdays — and I’m always up for a challenge.
Pretty as a picture — handmade cupcakes finished with edible flowers and dried fruits, perfect for any celebration.
🍩 Let’s Bake Something Special
So, whether you’re a St Ives local looking for a beautiful birthday cake, a couple planning a Cornish wedding, or a holidaymaker wanting a tray of brownies for a seaside picnic, I’d love to bake for you.
Pop over to the Contact page on the website to get in touch. You can also follow along on social media to see what’s baking in my kitchen each week — from rustic celebration cakes to classic Cornish bakes, made fresh in St Ives.
Because life’s sweetest moments deserve a little icing on top.