An American food reviewer had his first taste of fresh Welsh cakes and shared his verdict. Kalani Smith, known for his TikTok food reviews under the handle Kalani Ghost Hunter (KGH), visited Cardiff Market to try Welsh cakes from Cardiff Bakestones. With three million followers on TikTok, Kalani compared different flavours – traditional, chocolate chip, and cream and jam versions. His mission to experience British food led him to Cardiff, where he also reviewed marmite and caramac bars.
Having previously tried a packaged Welsh cake from a supermarket and found it lacking, Kalani was pleasantly surprised by the ones at Cardiff Market. Describing them as “heavenly,” he enjoyed the warm and fluffy texture, likening them to pancakes. Rating the traditional and chocolate chip varieties highly, Kalani gave the latter a perfect score of 10. He also sampled the jam and cream Welsh cake, likening it to a scone with extra indulgence.
Kalani’s video from Cardiff Market has garnered over 230,000 views on TikTok. His enthusiastic review highlighted the deliciousness of Welsh cakes, especially from Cardiff Bakestones. His preference for the chocolate chip version followed by the jam and cream variety showcases the appeal of these Welsh treats to international visitors. Fans can catch more of Kalani’s culinary adventures on TikTok as he explores the diverse flavours of British cuisine.