I n any spring affair, there are two non-negotiables: sandwiches and cake. When it comes to sandwiches, bright, ...

At spots like New June Bakery in Philadelphia and Nazli & Co. in New York City, playful, low-lift decorating techniques ...

Grease and line 2 x 20cm/8in sandwich tins. For the cake ... but not too stiff. To decorate the cake, place the bottom layer of the cake onto a serving plate. Transfer a quarter of the mascarpone ...

Covered in sticky icing and decorated with sweets ... Place the second cake on top to create a sponge sandwich. Bring a little water to the boil in a pan, reduce the heat to a simmer and suspend ...