Sophia Fox (Sofia Raposo)
Editor / Director
Sofia Raposo, better known as Sophia Fox, is more than a cake designer, she is an artist, a creator who aims to transform pastry into a true form of art. Born in Seixal, Sofia brings to her career a unique fusion between architecture and creative pastry, both disciplines that demand precision, aesthetics and a keen eye for detail. Graduated in Architecture in 2006, Sofia has always been fascinated by arts and shapes, but it was only in 2012 that she discovered the magical and innovative world of cake decorating — a universe that quickly captured her heart and shaped her career in a way that she I could never imagine.
With more than a decade of experience in the field, Sofia Raposo has gained an international reputation, standing out in several prestigious competitions and events. His work is a balanced combination of technique and creativity, where each cake is a work that aims to tell a unique visual story. In 2019, she won the Cake Masters top prize in the Painted Cakes category at Cake International in Birmingham, one of the largest and most prestigious competitions in the sector, as well as a gold medal.
Sofia's passion for teaching and sharing her knowledge led her to create Sophia Fox Cake Art Studio ten years ago — an innovative and exclusive space dedicated to training in artistic cake decorating and creative pastry. The studio has become a center for professional recognition, where the most advanced techniques are transmitted through courses, masterclasses and workshops that cover everything from the foundations of cake design to the most complex architectural and artistic creations. This studio has not only been a meeting place for professionals and amateurs, but also an inspiring environment where the art of pastry is taken to new limits.
Recently, in 2024, Sofia Raposo was awarded in two important moments: she received two awards at the DMAS Awards, in Leeds, in the categories of Best Author and Best Innovative Artist. These awards represent not only recognition of your work, but also your ability to constantly innovate and influence the industry with new ideas and trends.
Sofia's career is a testament to dedication, talent and innovation. She not only creates cakes, but turns the simple act of decorating into a true art. His works, with their elegance and complexity, continue to inspire professionals around the world and redefine the limits of what is possible in creative pastry. Sofia Raposo, with her unique vision and tireless pursuit of perfection, is proof that art and cuisine can come together to create unforgettable experiences.
Education:
She has the Master Course of PME and Master Course of Wilton, both composed by several modules.
Also, she has taken Master Classes with national and international cake designers, among others, the super talented cake designer Karen Marie Portaleo, Carla Puig, Marta Hidalgo.
She attended and completed the Training Course for Trainers, CCP (former CAP).
She also was the mentor and organizer of one of the first Public Cake Decorating Courses here in Portugal in 2017 - 2018.
Awards:
- 1º place in the category of "Modeling" and best in show, in the Competition Cake Alive on Exponor, 2013 - Portugal
- Gold Award in the category of "Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham, 2013 - UK
- Silver Award in the category of "Small Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham, 2013 - UK
- Gold Award and 2nd place in the category of "Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham, 2015 - UK
- Gold Award in the category of " INTERNATIONAL CLASS"on Cake International Birmingham, 2015
- Silver Award in the category of " Small Decorative Exhibition " on Cake International Birmingham,
2015 - UK
- Gold Award in the category of "Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham, 2016 - UK
- Silver Award in the category of "Small Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham, 2016 - UK
- Silver Award in the category of "Masterclass" on Cake International Birmingham, 2017 - UK
- Gold Award in the category of "Winter Wonderland" on Cake International Birmingham, 2018 - UK
- Gold Award in the category of "Painting" on Cake&Bake, Dusseldorf, 2019 - Germany
- Gold Award and 3rd Place in the category "Decorative Exhibition" on Cake International Birmingham,
2019 - UK
- 2019 Winner Cake Master Award, for the Category of Painted Cakes – UK
- Winner of DMA´S AWARDS 2023 , for the Category of SUGAR AUTEUR – UK
- Winner of DMA´S AWARDS 2023 , for the Category of MODERN ARTIST/ INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR - UK
Judge at:
- 2014 – Cake Factory Firenze - ITALY
- 2018 – Brasil Cake Show - BRASIL
- 2019 – Sweet Sugar Festival - Head judge - PORTUGAL
- 2021 – Dante Competition – Online – ITALY
- 2021 – Cake Art Bulgaria – Online – Bulgaria
- 2021 – Cake Fiesta Manila – Online – Manila
- 2022 – I am the Cake Star – Online
- 2022 – Cake Artist Competition – Online
- 2023 – Cake Artist Competition – Online
- 2023 – I am the Cake Star – Online
- 2023 – Cake Art Bulgaria – Online - Bulgaria
- 2023 – Sweet Cake Competition – Online
- 2023 – Art of Cake Competitions – Online
- 2023 – Cake Artist World – Online - Russia
- 2023 – Puglia Cake Festival – ITALY
- 2024 – Cake & Bake – Germany
- 2024 – Incredible India Competition – Online – India
- 2024 – Cake Artist World – Online - Russia
- 2025 – Incredible India & International Competition - India
- 2025 – Cake Art Bulgaria – Online – Bulgaria
Cake philosophy:
Respect your own style.
Always try to create unique and original designs.
Signature style:
Painted , architectural and textured cakes, one of her biggest passions.