Venezuela bakes 'largest cake' to comfort earthquake-hit children

In a heartwarming display of solidarity, volunteers in Venezuela have baked and distributed "the largest cake in Venezuela" to children affected by the recent double earthquake. The massive cake, measuring 7.7 meters long and weighing 330 kilograms, was prepared by a group of 25 individuals and decorated with the colors of the Venezuelan flag.

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It was made with love for the children of La Guaira.

Claris Antaurgo, 50, described the cake as being "made with love for the children of La Guaira." The initiative, promoted by several civil associations from Caracas, aims to bring a moment of joy to minors who are victims of the June 24 earthquakes. Wilman Villegas, one of the promoters, stated that while it's a Venezuelan record, the cake's purpose is not a trophy but to reach those in need.

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It is a record for Venezuela (...) but it is not a trophy to put in a display case, it is about bringing this cake to the people who need it.

Approximately 3,000 portions of the cake are being distributed among children in La Guaira, coinciding with Venezuela's Children's Day on July 19. "We are going to take pieces of cake to the centers where the children are refugees," Villegas said, adding that they are bringing "a piece of joy, happiness, solidarity, and hope in such a difficult time."

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We are going to take pieces of cake to the centers where the children are refugees.

The cake's upper layer is adorned with the Venezuelan tricolor and stars, symbolizing the nation's resilience and strength amidst adversity. "Despite what is happening, we hope to move forward," commented Antaurgo, a volunteer. The earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, have claimed over 5,000 lives and left thousands injured and displaced, with many living in makeshift shelters.

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We are bringing with them a piece of joy, happiness, solidarity, and hope in such a difficult time.