Amirah Kassem: Celebrity Baker
Celebrity cake artist and food art innovator Amirah Kassem creates whimsical, fondant-free cakes and immersive dessert experiences that spark joy through color, creativity, and celebration.
Quick Facts:
- Creator of the viral Cara the Unicorn Explosion Cake
- Celebrity client roster across entertainment and fashion industries
- Featured in top-tier media including Vogue and The New York Times
- Headlined major culinary events including New York City food festivals
- Formats:
Culinary Artist and Food Art Personality
- Audiences:
Brands, event producers, families, and audiences seeking joyful, visually engaging culinary experiences and creative storytelling.
- Outcomes:
- Inspire creativity and confidence in baking and food design
- Transform celebrations into memorable, artistic experiences
- Deliver engaging visual content that resonates across audiences
- Travels from: Santa Monica, CA
- **Fee range: On Request
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Talent Short Bio
Amirah Kassem is a celebrated cake artist, creative entrepreneur, and television personality known for transforming desserts into vibrant works of art. Born in Chihuahua, Mexico, and trained at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, she blends her fashion background with culinary creativity to produce visually striking, fondant-free cakes.
Kassem first gained attention in New York City selling cake ball truffles in SoHo, quickly attracting a high-profile clientele that includes Kim Kardashian, Sarah Jessica Parker, Katy Perry, and Rachael Ray. Her imaginative creations have also been commissioned by brands such as Vans and Harry Winston.
Her signature aesthetic, rooted in rainbow colors, sprinkles, and playful design, has earned features in leading publications including Vogue, The New York Times, and Forbes. She is also widely recognized for her Cara the Unicorn Explosion Cake, one of the most memorable food trends on Instagram.
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