Navya Shivhare

I am a passionate, self-taught baker and cook with over 10 years of hands-on experience in the kitchen. My love for sweets and creativity led me to start my own home bakery, Cake My Day, in 2021 — where I designed and sold customized desserts. Though I paused the business in 2023 to pursue my law degree, my passion for pastry and cuisine has only grown stronger. Inspired by trailblazing chefs like Garima Arora, I dream of training at Le Cordon Bleu and opening a globally recognized bakery that celebrates both precision and soul.

• English, Fluent
• Hindi, Native

• Founder & Head Baker, Cake My Day, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, 01/01/21 to 12/31/23, Launched and managed a home-based bakery specializing in custom cakes, cookies, and desserts., Handled all aspects of production, marketing, customer service, and design., Created a wide variety of baked goods with innovative flavor combinations and artistic presentation., Built a loyal customer base through word-of-mouth and social media presence.
• Home Cook & Baker, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, 01/01/13, Present, Began cooking at age 14 and developed a deep love for baking through self-exploration., Frequently created cakes, pastries, and traditional dishes for family events and festivals., Continuously practiced and refined skills through experimentation, tutorials, and culinary content.
• Culinary Workshops, Various Platforms, 01/01/20, Present, Participated in hands-on and virtual workshops in pastry decoration, bread making, chocolate art, and advanced baking., Learned industry techniques and skills from experienced chefs and instructors.