It’s been two years since we spoke to home baker Sharone De Lambert of Sharon’s Cakes, and a lot has changed. Known for her elegant, custom-made birthday and wedding cakes, Sharone has expanded on her creative journey, opening a cosy new cupcake shop in Negombo – Cupcakes by Sharon.

 Sharon’s journey into baking began in 2008 when her children started school and she found herself interested in exploring new avenues. With time on her hands, she began baking from home and soon, her chocolate cake became a signature item – recognised for its rich flavour and quality. As her business grew, Sharon envisioned a place where her desserts could be enjoyed by everyone without pre-orders or needing a special occassion.

Opening the café, Cupcakes by Sharon was the natural next step. “Everyone has their own unique taste when it comes to sweets,” she explains, “Rather than offering just one type of cake, I wanted to provide my customers with a variety of flavours that could satisfy everyone’s sweet cravings and is perfect for any occasion.” The shop itself is an intimate space with an European- inspired café interior with a blend of soft pink and brown hues creating a cosy, laid-back ambience that invites guests to relax and indulge.  With over 25 cupcake varieties there’s something for everyone at the café along with coffee, hot chocolate, and lattes. Classic cupcake flavours like Chocolate, Vanilla and Red-Velvet cupcakes are available for traditional cravings along with unique flavours like Baileys-infused cupcakes, Rose and Pistachio, Passionfruit and their signature range such as Ferrero Rocher, KitKat, Nutella, Kinder Bueno, Nutty Fudge and Chocolate Oreo. Since opening the café, she has also introduced a Berry Lover’s selection featuring blueberry, blackberry, gooseberry, strawberry and raspberry flavoured cupcakes. She also offers a special kiddies’ range with whimsical Under the Sea and Rainbow themes or the classic cupcake with a cherry on top.

Beyond cupcakes, the café offers a diverse selection of other decadent treats. There are chocolate strawberry slices, brownies, and smaller bite-sized options such as love cake pieces and rich cake pieces. For customers looking for a wholesome snack, they offer a date and nut slice that combines the rich, natural sweetness of dates with the crunch of nuts, offering a satisfying and guilt-free indulgence that’s become a crowd favourite.

 “We want our customers to feel the love and care that goes into every cupcake,” Sharon shares. “Each treat is baked fresh in the morning and goes straight from our ovens to the display. It’s not just about the sweets; it’s about creating a space for our customers to relax, enjoy a treat and share a moment.”