MEET ELYSSA
CAKE ARTIST & BAKER

TORTOISE CAKES GREAT BASIN & SALT LAKE

I’m passionate about creating fine art cakes that blend beauty, flavor, and intention. Using luxury ingredients that add depth and distinction, each design is crafted to elevate the spirit of any celebration.

Every creation is a reflection of my artistry—a balance of innovation and emotion that tells your story through cake. I’m honored to help make your occasion truly unforgettable.

FROM CANVAS TO CAKE

Having had the privilege of traveling and living abroad, I was immersed in cultures rich with exquisite desserts, art, and hospitality—experiences that continue to inspire my work today. Those encounters awakened a desire to share a glimpse of that broader culinary world through each creation.

Before turning to pastry, I built a career as a professional fine artist, working across both classical and modern mediums, including graphic design. When I later stepped into a bakery, the culinary arts instantly captured my attention. Buttercream and chocolate ganache became my new canvas—its texture reminiscent of thick oil paint—and I quickly fell in love with the process.

There’s nothing more fulfilling than transforming a vision into an edible work of art, and bringing a sense of wonder to every celebration.