L & S Cakes For All Occasions was a beloved mother-daughter cake baking business based in East Hanney, near Wantage, renowned for its diverse array of custom treats.
Liane Mercer launched the venture in 2018 alongside her mother. Liane was responsible for decorating the goods, which were expertly baked by her mother.
Unfortunately, Ms. Mercer recently decided to close the business after her mother experienced a stroke a year and a half ago, making it challenging for Liane to manage the operation on her own.
Ms. Mercer shared in a statement: “Since Mum’s stroke, I’ve really struggled to keep the business going on my own due to severe health conditions myself, so I’ve decided it’s time to call it a day.
“I wanted to thank all of our wonderful customers, more than 600, over the years for trusting us on their special occasions to make beautiful cakes, from baby showers to weddings.
“We can’t thank you all enough for making us as hugely successful as we were.”
Ms. Mercer plans to organize a sale of her equipment for fellow bakers in the region, with a date to be announced soon.
Despite the closure, Ms. Mercer will continue using her catering skills in a new joint endeavor with her husband. Their project, Active Future South Oxfordshire, focuses on providing clubs and nutritious hot meals for children. They conduct after-school programs and holiday camps as an approved Holiday Activities and Food Provider, ensuring children of all abilities in the region receive wholesome meals and engaging activities.
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