About Ashleigh

Baking has always been in my blood. My late grandmother, Judy, was a beloved baker in South Africa, known for her cookbooks, cooking school, and famous cheesecake. With more than 40 years in the food industry, she built a legacy that continues to inspire me every day.

Carrying that tradition forward, I began baking for friends, family, and Cake4Kids—a nonprofit that delivers free, custom celebration cakes to underserved youth. The joy I found in baking sparked the idea for AK Cakes DMV. Today, I’m honored to share that same joy with the DC, Maryland, and Virginia community, creating custom cakes and cupcakes for birthdays, parties, and every celebration in between.