Welcome to
SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts
Calgary's Premier Wedding Cake and Special Occasion Bakery Since 2011, Serving Calgary and area as well as the Mountain Parks. Cake Delivery available.
We are an
Award Winning Calgary Cake Shop
We are a licensed by appointment only custom bakery, proudly serving Calgary and surrounding areas into the mountain parks.
We are fueled by a desire to make cakes that defy physics and push beyond conventional boundaries into the extraordinary realm of exceptional desserts. Everything is made fresh in our commercial kitchen for each order.
Real cracked eggs, real butter, real fresh fruit-it makes the difference!
Completely Customizable Cakes & Desserts
All of our products offered here at SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts are entirely customizable to you and your needs. Just looking for something easy and ready to order? Check out our Ready-to-Order page and place an order in just a few clicks!
Meet your
Top Choice for Calgary Wedding Cakes
SWIRL has long been a top choice for Calgary brides. From the simplest of cakes to the most extravagant, we can make your vision come to pass.
Be sure to book a private cake tasting with you and your partner! Not only will you have a blast and enjoy some AMAZING flavours you can be confident of the dessert you present to your guests on that special day.
What's the occasion?
Wedding
Your wedding should be just how you imagine it. It should be a reflection of you both and leave a lasting impression on your guests. SWIRL offers many options for today’s discerning couples and as always, SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts prides ourselves in being able to translate your style, personality, and ideas into the perfect dessert for your wedding.
Celebrations
Your celebrations should be marked with a unique, set apart dessert that will have your guest talking for years to come. Add the flare of a SWIRL cake, macaroon tower, or dessert table to your next celebration. From birthdays to seasonal celebrations such as Easter, Christmas or even Halloween; SWIRL will make it memorable and most of all tasty!
Corporate
You and your staff work hard to make your company a success. Don’t let that go unnoticed. Celebrate a merger, product launch, new location, office party, or other company events with a creation featuring your company logo or product. SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts understands the importance of branding and strives to ensure that all logos will be color-matched and proportions unchanged.
Our Why
The Heart Behind SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts
Led by our Founder Lynnette Bourelle, we are a team of pastry and administrative professionals united by our passion, creativity, and a deep desire to bring joy to people’s lives through our art. Here’s why we do what we do:
We believe that life’s milestones—birthdays, weddings, baby showers, and other celebrations—deserve to be commemorated in a way that’s truly memorable. A beautifully designed cake or a table of stunning desserts has the power to bring people together, create lasting memories, and add a touch of magic to any occasion. Knowing that our creations play a role in making someone’s day extra special fuels our passion for what we do.
Baking and cake design are our outlets for creativity. We see every cake as a blank canvas, an opportunity to tell a story, express emotion, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of pastry arts. Whether it’s crafting a gravity-defying cake, a whimsical birthday design, or an elegant wedding centerpiece, we find immense satisfaction in turning ideas into edible works of art.
We are inspired by the timeless recipes and techniques passed down through generations, including those from our founder Lynnette MacDonald’s family. At the same time, we are driven by the excitement of innovation—experimenting with new flavors, designs, and concepts that keep our offerings fresh and exciting. This balance between tradition and innovation is at the core of everything we create.
We are deeply connected to the Calgary community and beyond. By providing exceptional desserts, supporting local charities, and offering opportunities for young pastry chefs, we aim to make a positive impact on those around us. Our work is not just about baking; it’s about building relationships, supporting dreams, and being a part of the moments that matter in our clients’ lives.
We are perfectionists at heart. Our commitment to quality drives us to use only the best ingredients, refine our techniques, and never settle for anything less than the best. This pursuit of excellence isn’t just about creating a beautiful product; it’s about earning the trust and satisfaction of every client we serve.
Baking isn’t just a job for us—it’s a calling. We are passionate about the craft, the process, and the joy it brings to others. Sharing this passion through our creations, teaching others, and continuing to learn and grow in our field is what keeps us motivated every day.
Explore our
Wedding Favours
Did you know we can do Wedding Favours? Choose from a wide selection of custom treats for your guests. From mini-donuts to custom cookies with your thank you message; your guests will be blown away with your thoughtfulness.
Why Choose Us?
Everything is made to order which provides the optimum freshness, customizable, custom designs. Recipes can be adapted for example if an older person needs no seeds in the raspberry filling we can accommodate that. Everything is completely customizable, we do not have any predetermined options.
At SWIRL Custom Cakes & Desserts, we do what we do because we believe in the power of celebration, the importance of creativity, and the joy of bringing people together through delicious, beautiful desserts. That’s our why.
Some of our
Items on the SWIRL Menu
Here is the list of SWIRL Products. Please select one to see the items for each category.
3D Customized Cakes
These are the show stoppers of any event. Hand carved and gravity defying these cakes take your event and your imagination to new levels.
Cupcakes
Offered in three sizes: Jumbo, Regular and Mini, cupcakes are still a hit! Available with a simple swirl of buttercream all the way to elaborate fondant toppers.
Editable Images
Made from paper thin fondant and food colouring these images can be used on cookies, cupcakes and cakes to recreate a picture, character or logo.
Cookies
Sugar cookies are so versatile in shape and decorations so they are perfect for any occasion. Add your company logo for tasty gifts!
Desserts & Dessert Buffets
All hand-made and customized, our desserts are second to none! Explore some of our desserts and dessert tables below.
French Macaroons
These delicate and delicious treats are an elegant alternative to a wedding cake or an exquisite addition to any dessert table or as a wedding favor for you guests.
