Cake the podcast

Cake the podcast

State Library of Queensland

Cake is not just a food, it’s an emotion. From the history of cake to the iconic cakes of our childhood, State Library of Queensland’s Cake the podcast takes you on a sweet journey that connects you to memories, community and family. Learn about the people, the places and the recipes that have influenced our insatiable taste for cake. Join our award-winning host, Kaitlyn Sawrey of Who is Daniel Johns? podcast fame, and tuck into stories about lamingtons, pineapple cake, CWA scones, moon cake, Greek funeral cake, big cakes, celebration cake, and more … wherever you get your podcasts.

QLD on the World Stage

QLD on the World Stage

Queensland may be at the bottom of the world, but our cake skills span the globe.  At the International Cake Show we meet the car-sized cake maker Daniel Greensill - it took him 6 months working out of his garage.   Zumbo’s Just Desserts - internationally famous cake maker Adriano Zumbo speaks to us from his Noosaville kitchen, and talks about rebuilding after his company collapsed.   By Aletoso - Camilo Murcia — one of the world’s top ten travelling cake makers (based in Brisbane) teaches us so

Jan 18, 2024 • 34:14

Culture Through Cake

Culture Through Cake

Through memory, tradition and celebration - cake can help you find home, no matter where you are. In this episode we speak to:   Aunty Dale from My Dilly Bag shares how First Nations people have made cakes for thousands of years.  Dimitria Athanasas and her daughter Sia share the meaning behind Koliva - an ancient traditional Greek funeral cake - after Dimitra made it for the Greek Orthodox Church in West End for 12 years.   We learn how to make a Puerto Rican staple from Frank’s mum Jackie, and

Jan 11, 2024 • 31:07

Baking A Difference

Baking A Difference

Cake isn’t just fun and sprinkles; cake makes a difference. It's a light in dark times bringing people together when they need it most.    We speak to:  Liz Harfull - author of Tried, Tested and True, who researched over 1000 community cookbooks used for fundraising. Her book includes the very tasty Bert Hinkler recipe from the Bundaberg CWA cookbook - read more about Bert Hinkler on the State Library website.   Alison Alexander, co-author of A Generous Helping: Treasured Recipes from the People

Dec 7, 2023 • 29:30

Fried Scones at the Ration Shed

Fried Scones at the Ration Shed

Doing a lot with a little - how the people of Cherbourg fell in love with fried scones and damper, despite the harsh memories of living off rations. We find strength and pride in the community and family through shared food.   We meet some of the Aunties of the Many Threads sewing group (Shirley, Daisy, Janelle, Colleen) in the Domestic science building to learn about growing up in Cherbourg and how to make and eat fried scones and damper.  We follow Bronwyn on a tour of the boy's dormitory, lea

Nov 28, 2023 • 35:15

A Woman’s Place is in the Boardroom

A Woman’s Place is in the Boardroom

From Australia’s first female company director to the woman-led mill that produced a family dynasty and revolutionised baking with pre-mix recipes, to the mum of four becoming an international cake mogul - we look at how three women of Queensland have shaped and been shaped by cakes.   Kate Atkinson (nee Maclurcan) - great-granddaughter of Hannah Maclurcan, author of Mrs Maclurcan's Cookery Book: A Collection of Practical Recipes, Specifically Suitable for Australia (Townsville, 1898) and compan

Nov 21, 2023 • 29:26

As Queensland as Pineapple Pie

As Queensland as Pineapple Pie

Chances are if you're a Queenslander you're obsessed with pineapple, but how did the original foodie influencer get us to start putting pineapple in our cakes? Featuring: Aunty Dale Chapman of My Dilly Bag talks about growing up in Western Queensland, and her memories of upside-down pineapple cake. Ann and Anne of The Pineapple Princesses blog (inspired by Ruby Borrowdale, featuring over 1000 pineapple recipes) share their tips/tricks for cooking with pineapple. A living relative of Ruby Borrowd

Nov 13, 2023 • 26:49

The Lamington – A Tropical Success Story?

The Lamington – A Tropical Success Story?

How the realities of the tropics changed how we cook and may have led to an Australian icon: the Lamington. Jacinta Sutton from the Collections Team at State Library of Queensland dives into the archives to find the characters who changed the way we cook. Featuring: Jacinta Sutton from the Collections Team at State Library of Queensland dives into the archives to find the characters who changed the way we cook. Alison Alexander, author, foodie and radio commentator shares her Great Aunt’s bushma

Nov 13, 2023 • 27:27

Cake the podcast trailer

Cake the podcast trailer

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Nov 7, 2023 • 2:11

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