This week on The Venue RX Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Elizabeth Solaru, a former microbiologist who transformed her passion into a thriving career as a luxury cake designer. Elizabeth shares her inspiring journey from science to entrepreneurship, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the luxury wedding and events industry. She dives into the key strategies that helped her build a world-renowned brand, from leveraging media exposure to fostering emotional connections with clients. With a focus on resilience, networking, and meticulous attention to detail, Elizabeth provides invaluable insights for aspiring luxury brand owners looking to stand out in a competitive market.

About Our Guest: 

Elizabeth Solaru is an internationally renowned luxury cake designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Elizabeth’s Cake Emporium, a globally recognized brand known for creating exquisite, bespoke wedding and celebration cakes. With a background in microbiology and a successful career as a headhunter before venturing into the world of cake artistry, Elizabeth has become one of the most sought-after cake designers in the luxury events industry.

Her signature style combines intricate sugarcraft, elegant designs, and flawless craftsmanship, making her cakes a favorite among royalty, celebrities, and high-profile clients worldwide. She has won multiple awards for her work, including recognition as one of the world’s top wedding cake designers by prestigious publications.

Beyond cake artistry, Elizabeth is a respected speaker, educator, and author. She regularly shares her expertise at international industry events, training aspiring cake designers and event professionals. Her book, Opulencia: Artisan Baking & Sugarcraft, showcases her signature luxury cake designs and techniques.

Elizabeth’s work has been featured in top-tier publications like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Tatler, and Brides, and she has appeared on television shows such as BBC’s The Apprentice and Food Network’s Extreme Cake Makers. She continues to innovate and inspire in the world of luxury cake design, setting new standards for excellence and creativity.

Find Her Here: 

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://luxurybusinessemporium.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethscakeemporium/