A celebrated cake artisan from Antigua and Barbuda has etched her name into regional culinary history, taking home the prestigious title of Best Sculpted Cake Artist at the 2026 Caribbean Baking Awards. Danielle George-John secured the landmark regional accolade during the awards ceremony held in Sint Maarten, where she competed as an official representative of her home nation. George-John’s win adds to Antigua and Barbuda’s impressive haul at this year’s event, joining two other local culinary standouts who also claimed top honors. Gabrielle Thomas was named Pastry Chef of the Year, while Carlonat Gerald took home the award for Best Vegan or Plant-Based Baker. All three winners emerged from a group of nine talented Antiguan and Barbudan bakers and pastry professionals who earned nominations to represent the country at the 2026 awards. Now in its latest iteration, the Caribbean Baking Awards stands as a defining platform for elevating and celebrating the most skilled and innovative culinary talent across the Caribbean region. The annual ceremony shines a spotlight on leading bakers, pastry chefs, cake artists, and culinary entrepreneurs, highlighting their contributions to the region’s vibrant food culture and supporting the growth of small culinary businesses across the Caribbean.
Danielle George-John Wins Caribbean Award for Sculpted Cake Artistry
