Our Team

Mel Sugar

Master Cake Artist

Mel is the creative force and master cake artist behind ‘Sugar and Spice Cakes’ — a place where imagination, flavour, and artistry come together to create edible magic.

“There’s only 2 things people remember from a celebration … and 1 of them is the CAKE!”

With over 25 years of experience, Mel has built her cake business from the ground up through passion, persistence, and an extraordinary natural talent. Completely self-taught, she has spent decades perfecting the craft of transforming simple ingredients — sugar, butter, flour, and chocolate — into breathtaking creations that are as spectacular to taste as they are to see.

Known for her designer cakes, wedding cakes, sculpted 3D cakes, and beautifully detailed cupcakes, Mel approaches every creation like a work of art. From elegant wedding centrepieces to whimsical celebration cakes, her designs capture personality, celebration, and joy in every detail.

But what truly sets Mel apart is her philosophy: a cake should never just look beautiful — it must taste sensational too. Each cake is baked with care, layered with flavour, and finished with exquisite decorations that make every celebration feel truly special.

For Mel, cake design is more than baking — it’s about creating memories, moments of wonder, and centrepieces that bring people together to celebrate life’s sweetest occasions. 

Mel brings her creations to life at her fantastic cake studio in South Auckland, New Zealand.