Here at Queen, we’ll be the first to admit that we only tend to feature our recipes at their very best. But we’ll let you in on a little secret: our test kitchen bakes are often far from the perfect … Continued
We’ll be honest, baking can be a little intimidating, even more so when it doesn’t turn out exactly as you expected. Even at Queen, we’ve had our fair share of “bake fails” and “not quite rights!” Take a breath and … Continued
If you’ve got a bottle of Queen Glycerine stashed in the back of your pantry, this blog is for you! Regularly used as a humectant in skincare, glycerine attracts and reduces the loss of moisture. But did you know it works … Continued
Creating those hard to mix shades of buttercream is one thing, but putting them all together into a themed cake is quite another. Our handy video explores how to match shades together to create, ocean, sunset, jewel and woodland themed … Continued
No matter what reason you choose to avoid gluten, don’t feel like you have to sacrifice those hallowed hours spent in your kitchen! Gluten free baked goods are widely available at supermarkets, but here at Queen, nobody understands the pleasure … Continued
Of all the things Canada has gifted the world; easy off oven cleaner, peanut butter, Justin Trudeau… Maple Syrup might just be the best thing out of the land of the maple leaf. Here at Queen, we’re grateful for our … Continued
Here at Queen HQ, it’s not always a fight to the death between vanilla and chocolate! We still appreciate a good slice of chocolate cake, and vanilla is a fantastic ‘supporting ingredient’ to help elevate the rich, earthiness of chocolate … Continued
Calling all budding food photographers and recipe developers… We have a very exciting competition for you! To celebrate the launch of our NEW Queen Limited Edition Mermaid Magic Flavour for Icing, we’re looking for delicious recipes featuring this magical ingredient!
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Pure Maple Syrup and Maple Flavoured Syrup? Unlike Maple Flavoured Syrup which is a blend of sugar, water and flavour, Pure Maple Syrup is the pure sap of maple trees. While … Continued
Here at Queen, we strongly believe that every important celebration should be marked by an incredible cake. While Pinterest is often the place to start for inspiration, a quick search for baby shower cakes reveals all the same old pastel … Continued
From classic vanilla and chocolate to more adventurous matcha and even mermaid flavour (yes, you read that right) Magic Cakes are an internet favourite. But what on earth is the secret behind those three delicious layers, created from one simple … Continued
You can’t miss Nick’s fluorescent macarons, cakes and cupcakes – his signature style has gained a cult following on Instagram! We caught up with the Melbourne-based social media superstar to find out what makes him tick.
Baking can be enough of a challenge, but take away those standard essentials like eggs, butter and milk and suddenly vegan baking seems an impossible task… Read on for our hot tips!
To celebrate Australia Day, we ran a competition asking our Queen Baking community to submit a photo of their ultimate Vanilla Slice, plus a secret tip for making the recipe turn out just perfectly. This competition revealed so much skill … Continued
After a restful break here at Queen HQ, we’re entering 2018 with our pantry decluttered, our oven sparkling and our kitchen oh-so-tidy. Which means just one thing… We’re armed and ready for a brand new year of baking delicious recipes … Continued
Here at Queen HQ, we see baking trends move as fast as fashion and interior trends. Join us as we look into our cake crystal ball and unveil our predictions for the top baking and cake decorating trends of 2018. … Continued
We love the opportunity to introduce our Queen Baking community to extraordinary bakers, and Charlotte Ree certainly fits the bill. As well as holding down a full time job as a publicist, Charlotte has followed her passion for scratch baking … Continued
There is no flavour in the world quite like vanilla. Rich, creamy, warm and thoroughly intoxicating, everything about it is indulgent, but at the same time comforting and reminiscent of home. Here at Queen, vanilla is our world and reason … Continued
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