Special Correspondent
In the heart of Dairy farm, Srivijayapuram, stands a name that has redefined cake-making in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Kanikas Homemade Cakes. What began as a passion has grown into a celebrated brand for bespoke, handcrafted creations that blend exquisite taste with visual brilliance. Smti. Stephenie Pious (Kanika affectionately known as) she served as a Graduate Trained Teacher (Maths/Science) in the Government Education Department of Andaman & Nicobar Islands for 26 years and is a distinguished educator and mentor, recognized for her dedication and excellence in teaching.
She is an ex-student of Carmel Senior Secondary School, Port Blair, and completed her BSc from the prestigious All Saints College, Thiruvananthapuram, a foundation that shaped her discipline, creativity, and academic excellence.
She is a three-time recipient of the Certificate of Honour for (Teaching), her outstanding contribution to education, particularly in guiding students in innovative mathematical projects that achieved national recognition.
Beyond academics, she has been equally passionate about nurturing creativity. She has multiple times guided students in promoting art and culture through Kala Utsav, proudly representing her school at the District, State, and National levels. Her commitment to both scholastic excellence and cultural enrichment reflects her holistic approach to education, inspiring countless students to excel not only in academics but also in the arts, during her tenure in the Education Department. After completing BSc, MEd, she did MSc in Ecology & Environment then IATA/UFTA and then PDSA also. Kanika made the bold decision to take voluntary retirement and follow her true calling transforming cakes into edible art. This leap of faith has not only brought her personal fulfillment but has also set new benchmarks for quality and creativity in the region’s baking industry. With a 5-star Google rating & raving reviews cakes, cookies, Jar cakes that look breathtaking & taste unforgettable.
Her remarkable journey and mastery in the craft were also featured on Doordarshan Srivijayapuram, where Kanika (Cake Artist), gave an insightful interview about her transition from education to baking and her rise as one of the island’s most admired cake creators.
Prestigious clientele & high-profile events
her cakes have been the centrepiece at some of the island’s most important occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Christmas, Eid, Raising Day, inauguration of a establishment etc. The recent 25th raising day of Andaman Nicobar Command to private events hosted by elite hotels and prominent business owners Kanikas creations have earned a reputation for unmatched elegance and precision. The defence community, including the Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard, counts her among their most trusted cake artists.
Exclusivity & Attention to detail, Kanika limits herself to just two to three cakes a day, ensuring that every design receives her full attention. Each cake is conceptualised, baked, and decorated by her own hands, with no mass production and no shortcuts. This dedication to perfection is further maintained by her pick-up only policy ensuring each cake is presented in flawless condition to the client.
A blend of art & training, her artistry is backed by rigorous professional training and exposure to international trends like Professional diploma modules in Sugar paste, Royal icing, Sugar flowers from Colombo affiliated with Knight Bridge PME Ltd England, UK in January 2020. Baking Course from Marina Charles Kerala, Sculpting Course workshop by Marta Hidalgo from Spain at Bengaluru, Master class of English Structure cake by Samie J Ramachandran at Bengaluru, Cake Show Participation at Bengaluru and Mumbai in 2025. These skills allow her to produce cakes/Jar cakes/cookies that are not only delicious but also visually stunning crafted with love, skill & elegance, true masterpieces that often double as the main decor element of a celebration.
Built on word of mouth, Kanikas success is a testament to the power of quality and trust. Instead, her reputation has grown organically through client referrals and glowing feedback on Instagram kanikas.cakes, Facebook & WhatsApp. Her social media is a gallery of edible art, each post showcasing unique designs tailored to the client’s theme and occasion.
Kanikas Homemade Cakes experience,
for those who value exclusivity, artistry, and flavour, Kanikas creations are more than just desserts, they are a centrepiece of joy, elegance, and celebration. Whether for intimate family gatherings or official high-profile functions, her cakes leave an impression that lingers long after the last bite. In the Andamans, Kanika isn’t just a home baker, she’s a storyteller whose medium is cake, where passion meets perfection.
