Hello! My name is Charlotte, I am a Journalism, Media and Culture student at Newcastle University and I am the journalist behind Bake My Day.
Growing up I spent hours watching my mother cook in the kitchen – from decorating her yearly Christmas cake to her classic Sunday roast dinner. Whilst I seemingly did not inherit her culinary skills, her love of baking was instilled in me from a young age.
I began simple with sugar cookies and pre-mixed Betty Crocker chocolate cakes, but soon enough I found myself taking on the ultimate task of perfecting the classic chocolate chip cookie recipe whilst homebound over the first COVID-19 lockdown.
Unfortunately, since coming to university, my baking has become few and far between, as a result of a tight budget and a lack of free time, something that I’m sure many of you can relate to, especially with the ongoing cost of living crisis. Bake My Day is here to tackle those very challenges.
Being a dedicated space for anyone in and around Newcastle who is interested in baking, Bake My Day will shine a light on overcoming the setbacks that many of us face when trying to maintain this hobby; whether this be finding ways to cater to a certain dietary requirement, baking on a budget, or simply finding some festive recipes for beginner bakers.
To bring the local baking scene closer to you, I’ll be interviewing local bakery owners and those who run baking workshops around Newcastle, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at their world. Through these interviews, we’ll explore the city’s rich baking culture – from Greggs’ first shop in Gosforth to the iconic Geordie stotties – and provide affordable, practical ways for you to get involved in the local baking community. Bake My Day will be your go-to hub for all things baking in Newcastle.
Absolutely love this especially as a student and love that you have found the time to get back into baking again 🫶🫶
Thank you so much! 🙂