BEN CULLEN is a man on a mission – to bring “illusion cakes” to the world.
Described by Bake Off judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood, an illusion cake is “a cake that looks anything but a cake” – and often you only realise when it’s cut into slices.
Ben Cullen is a man on a mission – to bring ‘illusion cakes’ to the world[/caption]
Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood described an illusion cake is ‘a cake that looks anything but a cake’[/caption]
Ben’s new book, Cake Or Fake, is a step-by-step guide showing you how to make your own hyper-real illusion cakes at home.
Guessing what’s real and what’s cake has become a popular pasttime after the Netflix TV show Is it Cake?
Ben said: “For me, it has never been about showcasing skills but about inspiring others while also trying to entertain them.
“Illusion cakes have a special magic; they transcend traditional cake-making while combining it with good-natured trickery. It’s like a game that everyone can play.”
But can you tell which of these are Ben’s creations or normal objects?
Answers at the bottom.
- Cake Or Fake by Ben Cullen is available now (Welbeck, £25).
A.
Will these lemons taste sweet or sour?[/caption]
B.
These trainers look pretty real but are they edible?[/caption]
C.
Are these oranges real in their red mesh bag or one of Ben’s creations?[/caption]
D.
Would you be able to play a tune on this recorder?[/caption]
E.
This bowl of cereal looks inviting regardless of whether it’s a cake[/caption]
F.
What’s this can of pop really made of?[/caption]
G.
This hot dog looks perfect in its bun, complete with ketchup and mustard[/caption]
H.
Would you be able to squeeze into these skinny jeans?[/caption]
I.
Are you being played like a fiddle or will you bow out?[/caption]
J.
This American Football looks real enough, or have the goalposts moved?[/caption]
K.
How do you like them apples?[/caption]
ANSWERS
A cake; B cake; C cake; D real; E, cake; F real; G cake; H, cake; I cake; J real; K cake
