The Black Perspective

Growing up I rarely saw myself represented in daily life. From Barbies to cartoon characters to the types of foods available at the grocery store, nothing felt like it resembled me. Now that I’m older, I realized that that had a huge impact on how I viewed and carried myself for years.

Through The Dessert Artist I create characters that “look like me”. I provide items like Black Santa during Christmas time or sugar cookies of a girl with an afro or custom cake toppers of a Black person with their appropriate hair type. As well as items from my heritage like Petite (Jamaican) Patties and rum cake.

About The Company

This Made Right Here segment that was aired on CTV Kitchener does a great job at explaining what The Dessert Artist is all about.

Cookie sandwich tutorial on the Baking For Change Show

The Dessert Artist is a baked goods and confectionery producer that provides bespoke edible creations that delight the senses for a variety of occasions (e.g., weddings, holidays, corporate events, etc.) that is influenced by the founder’s Black heritage. The company regularly includes designs and flavours that will resonate with the Black community and those looking to explore and experience Black culture.

The company’s founder, Rochelle Williams, is the 2025 Young Professional of the Year (awarded by the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce), a Rise Up 2023 pitch competition winner (1,733 applicants, 24 semi-finalists, 8 winners), a LiftOff 5K pitch competition winner, and was a guest on the Behind the Business Podcast. She has also been featured on CityNews Kitchener, CBC Kitchener, CBC London, Bold Journey Magazine, and Canvas Rebel Magazine.

The Person Behind The Brand