About the Baker
I’m Kyla, the baker behind My Sweet Journal. My love for baking began long before this little journal, and eventually led me to open Bostin Bakery in Johannesburg (Ebotse Golf & Country Estate), where I spent years creating cakes, cupcakes and all sorts of sweet treats for celebrations big and small.
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Since moving to Durban, I’ve found myself rediscovering the joy of baking simply for the love of it - trying new recipes, revisiting old favourites and enjoying the creativity that happens in the kitchen.
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My Sweet Journal is a place to share those recipes with you. A collection of things I love to bake, made to be enjoyed, shared and hopefully become favourites in your own kitchen too.
Committed to Quality
For me, good baking starts with good ingredients, a little patience and plenty of care and love. After years of baking professionally, I’ve learnt that it’s often the smallest details that make the biggest difference; from choosing the right ingredients and measuring carefully, to taking the time to understand how each recipe comes together.
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Every recipe I share on My Sweet Journal is something I’ve made, tested and enjoyed in my own kitchen. I want the recipes here to feel achievable and dependable, while still delivering that little bit of magic that makes baking so enjoyable. Whether it’s a beautifully simple cake or something that takes a little more time and patience, my goal is always the same: to create something worth making, sharing and coming back to.
Recipes for Everyone
I believe that baking should be something everyone can enjoy, whether you’re an experienced baker, a weekend enthusiast or someone who is making their very first cake. There is something wonderfully rewarding about creating something from scratch, and I want my recipes to encourage you to give it a try, without feeling like you need to be an expert before you begin.
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My Sweet Journal is a collection of recipes for all kinds of occasions and all kinds of bakers. You’ll find comforting classics, indulgent treats, simple bakes for everyday moments and a few recipes that are perfect when you feel like making something a little more special. Some will be quick and easy, while others may need a little more time and patience, but each one is created with the home baker in mind.
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My hope is that you’ll find recipes here that you genuinely enjoy making, whether you’re baking for your family, taking something along to a gathering, celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something sweet on a Sunday afternoon. Take what you love, make it your own and, most importantly, enjoy the process.
