There’s something truly special about a homemade chocolate cake—its rich aroma, velvety texture, and deep chocolate flavor ...

A great birthday cake for sports fans ... Put the cherries in a sieve and rinse under running water then drain well. Dry the pineapple and cherries very thoroughly using kitchen paper.

It's a big day, so trust Mary Berry to make the perfect chocolate birthday cake for that ... To make the cake, place the cocoa and boiling water into a large bowl and mix well to make a paste.