Cake N Bake – Hermosa Beach

Cake ’n’ Bake in Hermosa Beach combines handcrafted cakes, individual desserts, and custom celebration designs with a story that began at home. Owned by baker Nora Abajyan, the business grew from a creative interest into a profession, shaped by family milestones, independent learning, and continued study.

Originally from Yerevan, Armenia, Abajyan studied languages at a state university and spent about seven years working in government. Although her career followed a different path, she wanted an outlet for creative work. Maternity leave with her second child gave her the opportunity to begin exploring baking more seriously.

Her first decorated cake celebrated her son turning one month old. From there, she practiced regularly, learned through books and online resources, and gradually began accepting customer orders from home. About a year later, she and her family moved to the United States. She continued developing her skills through online masterclasses and studies abroad with established bakers, eventually creating her own recipes and cake designs.

Cakes, Desserts, and Everyday Treats

That background helps explain the variety on Cake ’n’ Bake’s menu. Familiar choices sit alongside desserts that give customers something different to explore. The selection includes berry cake, honey cake, caramel honey cake, carrot cake, and chocolate cake with cherries. For those curious about an unexpected ingredient, the spinach cake pairs green cake layers with a mascarpone and cream cheese filling and fresh raspberries.

Several cakes are offered whole or by the slice, making the bakery useful for different occasions. Someone planning a gathering can browse larger desserts, while someone stopping in for a smaller treat can choose an individual portion. The menu also includes cheesecakes, tiramisu, panna cotta, fruit desserts, and freshly baked puff pastries. Coffee provides another option for customers who want something to accompany their dessert.

Custom Cakes for Celebrations

Custom cakes are another part of the business. Cake ’n’ Bake works with customers on designs for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations, including cakes based on a particular theme or visual idea. This gives customers an opportunity to discuss both the occasion and the appearance they have in mind before placing an order.

For planning purposes, the bakery recommends ordering custom cakes seven to ten days in advance. Standard cakes may be ordered with as little as three hours’ notice, according to its website, and some are available without a preorder. Checking current availability online or contacting the bakery is helpful when a specific flavor or design matters.

Ordering and Gift Options

Customers can select pickup or delivery when ordering online, with delivery charges calculated at checkout. The bakery also offers gift cards and dessert gift boxes. Customers with dietary preferences or allergies are encouraged to discuss their needs directly with the bakery before ordering.

Together, its personal beginnings, varied dessert selection, and custom cake service give Cake ’n’ Bake a distinct identity within the Hermosa Beach community it calls home. It is a place to consider for a planned celebration, a dessert to share, or simply a slice of something that catches your attention.