Why this cake stand earns its place
Maham Studio Spice cake stands strike the balance between beauty and practicality. Designed by ceramicist Maham Anjum, each piece captures the warm, organic character of traditional hand-thrown pottery while built from vitrified stoneware—a material engineered for the demands of commercial foodservice. The unglazed terracotta exterior develops a tactile, natural finish; inside, a coloured reactive glaze completes the design. No two pieces are identical, making each stand feel individually crafted rather than mass-produced.
At 152.5mm diameter, these stands work at dessert scale—perfect for plated cakes, layered tarts, constructed pastries, or any sweet requiring a moment in the spotlight. The elevated profile creates visual drama and makes serving more intuitive. Pack them 12 to a case for consistent stock.
In busy service, vitrified stoneware takes the punishment. They're dishwasher safe, so they keep up with volume. The unglazed base grips—not prone to sliding across a pass or table. Colour variation between pieces is part of the design story, not a defect; it reinforces that handmade, bespoke character that guests notice and remember.
