Pune Cake Artist Prachi Dhabal Deb Pays Tribute to Maharashtra with Grand Edible Art
Pune, 1st May 2025: Internationally acclaimed cake artist Prachi Dhabal Deb has crafted a masterpiece that pays homage to the culture, history, and heritage of the state she now calls home. Her latest creation, unveiled in Pune for Maharashtra Day, is more than just a cake—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the land that inspired her artistic journey.
“This cake is my heartfelt tribute to the glorious state of Maharashtra,” said Prachi, who resides in Rahatani, Pimpri Chinchwad. “Creating this piece was deeply personal for me. Maharashtra is where my journey as an artist began, and the love and appreciation I have received here continue to inspire me every day.”
The cake, rich in symbolism and cultural references, features a meticulously piped Paithani saree border, with vibrant peacocks crafted from thousands of royal icing dots, mirroring the intricate weave of the traditional handloom. Edible Maharashtrian jewelry—Thushi, Nath, Bugadi, and Kolhapuri Saaj—adds a regal elegance to the creation, set in hues of traditional green and red to evoke the spirit of the state’s festive roots.
The topper is hand piped after the New Kolhapur Palace, representing Maharashtra’s architectural grandeur and deep historical roots.
Hailing from Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, and having studied in Dehradun and Kolkata, Prachi’s path eventually led her to Pune, where her talent truly flourished. A celebrated name in the world of cake artistry, she has been a familiar face on Cakeology, India’s biggest cake decorating show, since its inception—Now serving as the Head judge and mentor to budding artists.
Her impressive portfolio includes three world records certified by the World Book of Records, London:
A 100 kg edible structure inspired by the Milan Cathedral,
The maximum number of vegan royal icing structures,
And a monumental 200 kg vegan royal icing palace inspired by Indian architecture. She’s also the first Indian cake artist awarded at the Oxford University.
On this Maharashtra Day, her creation stands as a unique expression of gratitude—an edible embodiment of the spirit of Sanskriti, Samruddhi, and Swabhimaan that defines Maharashtra.
