In brief
Sydney recently hosted the Cake Picnic, an event that has taken the world by storm, allowing bakers and cake lovers to come together and share their creations. With over 500 participants, the picnic featured an array of cakes and a spirit of community and creativity, bringing joy to attendees amid challenging times. The event is the brainchild of Elisa Sunga, who has turned a simple cake gathering into a global phenomenon.
Welcome to Cake Picnic, Sydney edition! This viral event has already sold out in cities like San Francisco and New York, and now it's making waves in Australia with a recent event in Melbourne featuring 1,600 cakes at once. 'I had no idea people would be so excited about a cake tour!' laughs founder Elisa Sunga. After a successful initial gathering in San Francisco, where she expected just a dozen attendees but saw nearly 200 with over 180 cakes devoured, she realized her idea had taken off dramatically.The picnic in Sydney brought together over 500 bakers and cake lovers, showcasing colorful displays of diverse cakes, from intricate sponge creations to savory takes like tomato focaccia cakes. 'It feels unreal,' Sunga shares, thrilled to see a global appreciation for cake bringing people together.Participants baked overnight, some arriving with cakes that sparked awe and delight among attendees. As they lined up for their moment to share, many expressed the simple joy of gathering for cake during tough times.From home bakers to professionals, everyone came together, enjoying slices of cakes in large pizza boxes. Associate Professor Lindsay Kelley notes that cakes are inherently shared, making the event a beautiful experience of community. Sunga's vision not only allows for artistic expression through baking but also promotes social connections in a digital age heavily influenced by technology.'Cake Picnic is about so much more than dessert; it’s a space for joy and togetherness,' she explains, embodying her philosophy of wanting to have her cake and eat it too!
