Joseph Lambeth
Joseph Lambeth was a British-American cake decorator.
Lambeth is known for having popularized a piping technique for the decoration of elaborate cakes, particularly wedding cakes.[1] This method was described in his 1934 book The Lambeth Method of Cake Decoration & Practical Pastries.[2][3] It peaked in popularity in the 1950s before being replaced by fondant decoration, but has experienced a resurgence in popularity in the 2020s.[4] Kate Middleton requested the technique be used in the creation of the cake for her wedding to Prince William in 2011.[5] Lambeth regularly competed in and won awards at the International Food and Confectionery Exposition in London, and also opened a cake decorating school in England.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Ann Christenson (January 19, 2024). "This Old-Timey, Intricate Cake Style Is Making a Comeback". Milwaukee.
- ^ Gillian King (February 6, 2023). "The Ornate Victorian Cake Decoration Style Called Lambeth Piping". Mashed.
- ^ Madeleine Davies (March 2, 2021). "Desperate Times Call for Elaborate Buttercream". Eater.
- ^ Rebecca Rachel Wong (September 10, 2024). "Kitschy, retro, and over-the-top cakes are making a comeback". Her World.
- ^ "A Slice of Royal History - The Duke & Duchess of Cambridge's Wedding Cake". Chiswick Auctions. Retrieved November 29, 2024.
- ^ Nicola Hall (November 4, 2024). "Overpiped Wedding Cakes". Hall of Cakes.