Cupcakes by Sonja is a beloved Filipino bakery founded by Sonja Ocampo, who opened Manila's first dedicated cupcake store on September 8, 2006, at Serendra in BGC. Inspired by the charming bakeshops she frequented in New York City, Sonja envisioned a space that combined the warmth of a cozy corner café with the nostalgia of a grandmother’s kitchen. She focused on crafting cupcakes from scratch using the finest ingredients, free from preservatives, and offered an open kitchen where customers could witness the baking process firsthand. This approach sparked the Philippine cupcake craze and set a new standard for artisanal baking in the country. Today, Cupcakes by Sonja continues to delight customers with its signature cupcakes, cakes, and custom creations, spreading sweetness and joy with every bite.