How Prasanna drew on her Indian roots to create a winning cake design

Prasanna DVL's Cake at the Sydney Royal Easter Show

Prasanna DVL's prize-winning cake on display at Sydney's Royal Easter Show.

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The Sydney Royal Easter Show, organised by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), celebrates Australia's rich heritage through displays of agricultural products, livestock exhibitions, and modern lifestyle elements.

Held at Sydney Olympic Park between 22 March and 2 April, the event offers a range of activities such as agricultural competitions, animal shows, rides, shopping, and entertainment.

It also features arts and crafts displays, photography exhibitions, cooking competitions, and brand ambassadors, creating an exciting atmosphere for people of all ages.

For many recently arrived Telugu migrants, the Show also serves as an introduction to Australian culture and history.

One participant, Prasanna DVL, who arrived in Australia two years ago, has become a skilled cake designer. She started the art form in 2008 during her graduation in Hyderabad, India, and has since trained nearly 30,000 students.

Prasanna DVL is a skilled cake designer. Credit: Supplied

Winning a cake decorating prize of $1000 at a recent Cake Bake & Sweet Show in the buttercream category, Prasanna said she was encouraged to enter the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

To her delight, she won first prize in the colourful cake decorating competition, showcasing her Indian heritage in her design.

Prasanna DVL's winning cake at this year's Sydney Royal Easter Show.

She said despite switching categories at the last minute, she still managed to impress the judges with her dedication and creativity.

Her winning cake was displayed on 8 March, and she was announced as the winner on 22 March, receiving a $175 prize.

My husband, Ravikiran, gave me the idea to use Indian tradition that I follow to create a chocolate Lord Ganesha as a custom for the Ganesha Festival that I have been doing for the past five years.
Prasanna DVL

Prasanna's success story inspires others to embrace their talents and cultural backgrounds.

The Sydney Royal Easter Show celebrates diversity and cultural pride, encouraging participants such as Prasanna to contribute positively to Australian culture.

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