Tucked into the heart of Toronto’s waterfront, Cuckoo Cakery is more than just a cake shop – it’s the story of a childhood dream turned reality. Maidie, Founder and Head Pastry Chef, started the bakery with Peter, Co-Owner, and since opening its doors at Bayside Village in September 2023, it has quickly become a local favourite.  

From Childhood Passion to Culinary Craft 

For Maidie, baking has always been second nature. At just seven years old, she knew she wanted to open a cake shop. Despite having a career in forensic accounting, her passion for baking never faded. “I told my mum I wanted to open a cake shop,” Maidie recalls. “She asked why, what’s wrong with forensic accounting? Then I let her try my chiffon cake and that changed everything.” With her mum’s full support, Maidie set out to turn her passion into a business, creating a space that reflects both her culinary artistry and her values. 

A Menu That Marries Tradition and Innovation  

The menu at Cuckoo Cakery is a balance of classic favourites and globally inspired flavours. Guests can find light and fluffy chiffon cakes, rich cheesecakes, and small-batch pastries paired with drinks like matcha lattes and refreshing summer coolers.  

True to their philosophy, Maidie and Peter focus on using only natural ingredients. “We avoid artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives,” says Peter. “Local ingredients that we can have access to is the most important part of the recipe.” 

Cuckoo Cakery’s menu takes inspiration from Maidie and Peter’s travels to Japan, Hong Kong, and Europe, bringing unexpected flavours and combinations like Longan Banana Bread and goji berry carrot cake. Each bite offers something familiar yet delightfully new. 

A Bakery That Feels Like Home 

Beyond their cakes, Cuckoo Cakery has become a gathering place for the community. “It’s not just a transaction,” Peter explains. “The customers come here [Cuckoo Cakery] for the social aspect as well.”  

The shop offers a warm, welcoming space where people gather, chat, and savour the moment, making it a true community-focused bakery and local pastry shop. 

Why Bayside Village? 

Maidie and Peter chose Bayside Village for its unique mix of potential and community. Nestled along the Toronto waterfront, the neighbourhood is rapidly growing with new condos and apartments, thriving local businesses, and popular Toronto tourist attractions just steps away. With its relaxed vibe and welcoming atmosphere, Bayside Village has become the perfect home for Cuckoo Cakery. 

As the neighbourhood continues to flourish, Maidie and Peter are excited to grow alongside it. “We will be a greater part of this community,” they affirm, looking ahead with the same optimism and creativity that fuel their cakes. 

Whether you’re exploring Toronto’s food scene or simply looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a slice of cake, Cuckoo Cakery is a must-visit destination at Bayside Village. 

Learn more about Cuckoo Cakery on their website and Instagram!