It was the penultimate day of 2012. I was not sure if the Annual cake show that is held every year in Bangalore was still on. I did not want to miss it not that they are exquisite or extra ordinary but I love the imagination of the innovators/creators. The zeal and enthusiasm for baking has been part of my life now. Bake a cake has become my mantra lately.
So the journey began. Late in the afternoon after a quick cup of coffee, I jumped into my favorite pair of salwar kameez , favorite because it helps me bend, stretch and capture pictures the way I need them to be. It was the last day of the show and I had expected a huge crowd , long queues. On reaching the venue I noticed that the crowd was not bad though.
It was a warm evening and a day before new years eve. Guess that may be a reason many opted to stay back home.Happily planning for the Big event - Welcoming 2013.
As I walked past the entry I saw a huge structure - something like a 5 sided brick wall each wall depicting a place of worship from each religion - Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and Sikhism. It was depiction of communal harmony.
On the other side of the aisle stood a 4.5 feet tall Sweet Bride.
A Huge Masala Dosa made of sugar fonding was interesting . An eye-catching piece was a large, really a large Pizza which marked the top on showstopper's list of this sugary event.
Characters like Spiderman, Lion were definitely the plus points. A couple of wedding cakes made their presence welcoming too.
Shri. C Ramachandran, Former Director of Nilgiris holds this cake show and this one was a record breaking 38th annual Cake show.
This one below was a display below was of a crown over a set of sweet cushions. The one on the right is a beautiful wedding cake.
A drum set to Rock and roll. Let loose and get set for the party. It was an indication for the new year eve. I had no plans yet. New year was just a day away.
In reality we are not to photograph the cakes but you know this is India and we are the leaders where we go.:) Check that note there which clearly states Recording , taping and Photography strictly prohibited. Maybe since I usually make it to the event on the last day people do not care about this fact.
The mood was set for the setting sun and I had a happy hour at one of the low lit musical Dhaba in the central heart of Bangalore. A pleasant way to end a beautiful evening.
So the journey began. Late in the afternoon after a quick cup of coffee, I jumped into my favorite pair of salwar kameez , favorite because it helps me bend, stretch and capture pictures the way I need them to be. It was the last day of the show and I had expected a huge crowd , long queues. On reaching the venue I noticed that the crowd was not bad though.
It was a warm evening and a day before new years eve. Guess that may be a reason many opted to stay back home.Happily planning for the Big event - Welcoming 2013.
As I walked past the entry I saw a huge structure - something like a 5 sided brick wall each wall depicting a place of worship from each religion - Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and Sikhism. It was depiction of communal harmony.
A Huge Masala Dosa made of sugar fonding was interesting . An eye-catching piece was a large, really a large Pizza which marked the top on showstopper's list of this sugary event.
Characters like Spiderman, Lion were definitely the plus points. A couple of wedding cakes made their presence welcoming too.
Shri. C Ramachandran, Former Director of Nilgiris holds this cake show and this one was a record breaking 38th annual Cake show.
This one below was a display below was of a crown over a set of sweet cushions. The one on the right is a beautiful wedding cake.
A drum set to Rock and roll. Let loose and get set for the party. It was an indication for the new year eve. I had no plans yet. New year was just a day away.
In reality we are not to photograph the cakes but you know this is India and we are the leaders where we go.:) Check that note there which clearly states Recording , taping and Photography strictly prohibited. Maybe since I usually make it to the event on the last day people do not care about this fact.
The mood was set for the setting sun and I had a happy hour at one of the low lit musical Dhaba in the central heart of Bangalore. A pleasant way to end a beautiful evening.
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Bikram's
OMG! What efforts must have gone in for making these! Thanks for such good photographs.
Take care
@KParthsarathi : I wonder those how those creative brains actually work?
The outcome is always fantastic.
@Bikram: Me need to gear up a little bit .. :( Am lagging behind so many posts you see. However thanks for dropping by and appreciating my efforts :)
@Jack: Yes there are many who work for about a week to put up this fabulous and spectacular show for us.
@Insignia: Next year don't miss it. I know how can you cut them?
The sugar fonding is melted down and given away to the needy ones. Thats what I heard from the head of Nilgiris once.
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Wow, look at all those cakes, not only are they yummy, but they're delicious as well.
I loved the one which is in the shape of the bride, she looks so realistic :) :) :)
Thanks for sharing such lovely photographs :)
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