Melanie Bastien

I’m Mel, the owner and CEO of Mel Bakes Well, a business I started in June 2020 during lockdown and whilst recovering from Breast Cancer treatment.

I was diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer in October 2018 and over the course of 18 months, had gone through chemotherapy, radiotherapy, mastectomy and hormone therapy.  It was a gruelling journey that left me feeling lost and uncertain of what my future would be like.  I started baking to pass the time, and before I knew it baking was helping me to cope with the anxiety, mental challenges and side effects that I was left with after treatment had ended.

I’ve always liked to bake, a talent I picked up from my Mum and Aunty, and with each bake I could feel myself getting better. And before I knew it, it felt like I had my life back!

Now I want to share my journey and help other women going through cancer, to show them how baking can really help them with their recover and help them to start to regain their life back after such a traumatic time.

I believe that celebrations are all about spending time together with the people you love, creating special memories and just enjoying life, which is why I put so much love into every bake!

Whether it’s cakes for a special occasion or just treats for the weekend, rest assured you won’t be disappointed.

I’m fully registered, insured and have a Level 2 Food and Hygiene certificate, so you can have the upmost confidence when ordering. So don’t delay, either place an order or complete the enquiry form if you don’t see what you’re looking for.

Please be sure to tag me into any of you’re posts, I’d love to see how your special day went.