Chocolate Dombra Crafted in Belgium
Artisan Gulshat Koigeldianova Transforms Home Baking into International Success
Astana, Kazakhstan - Gulshat Koigeldianova, a confectioner from the heart of Kazakhstan, has transformed her home hobby of baking into a successful professional career. With a passion for her craft, a dedication to mastery, and a strategic approach to exposure, Gulshat has become a renowned figure in the international confectionery world.
Initially, Gulshat spent her time baking as a personal interest, experimenting with recipes and techniques. As she honed her skills, she began sharing her creations with friends and local communities, gathering feedback and building confidence.
Recognizing the potential in her talent, Gulshat took her passion to the next level by participating in culinary competitions both locally and internationally. These events provided a platform to showcase her unique style and high-quality confections to a broader audience, catching the attention of industry professionals and customers alike.
Leveraging social media and digital platforms, Gulshat was able to reach global markets and win international recognition. One of her most striking creations is a cake in the shape of a frog dreaming of going to Japan, which she created for the Cake Artist World championship in Moscow in 2025 and was awarded a bronze medal.
Another testament to her skill is the cake Gulshat made in the shape of a Kazakh dombra, about 1.5 meters high, for representatives of an American international school. This masterpiece tasted like Belgian chocolate, a testament to her emphasis on taste in her cakes, using only high-quality, natural products.
Gulshat's creative process is not limited to taste alone. She creates entire worlds with her cakes, incorporating fantasy, engineering, and love for the craft. Her anti-gravity cakes, which resemble art objects, require careful planning, drawings, calculations, and complex logistics, much like architecture.
Gulshat's husband assists in preparing the structures for these intricate creations. Together, they dream of representing Kazakhstan at a large international exhibition with a cake in the shape of a dombra and her daughter in a national costume. The cake would also feature the sound of a dombra and tell a story through sweet art.
Gulshat's cakes are not only admired by Kazakhstanis but also by foreign guests. Her work is a testament to her dedication, talent, and love for her craft. As she continues to push the boundaries of confectionery, Gulshat remains inspired by the creative process itself, always striving to create something new and beautiful.
This article was authored by Katerina Tyshchenko.
- Gulshat Koigeldianova's creations are not just limited to desserts; they are entire worlds of taste, fantasy, and engineering.
- Her unique approach to confectionery has earned her recognition in the health-and-wellness and lifestyle spaces, where the focus is on natural, high-quality products.
- As a working mother, Gulshat balances her passion for baking with parenting, showcasing that it is possible to excel in multiple aspects of life.
- Gulshat's culinary skills extend beyond confectionery; her expertise in food-and-drink makes her a great asset in the science of cooking, where precision and creativity are key.
