Cake of the Day: Freedom Is Not Free

Photo Credit: ButRCream

Today's Cake of the Day comes from Cakes by Becky. I absolutely loved this cake for its simple yet compelling message: Freedom is Not Free. I am so thankful for the many men and women who have died for our freedom. We are so lucky fortunate to live in a country where we have the freedom to be individuals. But, as the cake proclaims, this freedom that we enjoy comes with a cost that others have paid for us. Today, I remember those who have died for our country and thank them immensely!

Happy Memorial Day!

Cake of the Day: Election Day!

These rather patriotic cake pops come from Bakerella and are the Cake of the Day! Tomorrow is Election Day and if you are a registered voter in the United States, YOUR VOTE COUNTS. Do not sit around and let other people determine your future; you have the ability to influence the future with your one vote. Figure out what is going to be on your state's ballot by doing some research on your state's official website. Election Day is less about your political party you are registered as and more about doing what is right for yourself, your neighbors, and this country!

ROCK THE VOTE.....I did!

Cake of the Day: Wicked!

I have not been to a play in years, and today I get to see the play "Wicked" for the first time hence today's Cake of the Day by Debbie Does Cakes. I am beyond excited and am even thinking of dressing up in a Wicked Witch Costume (Google Affiliate Ad) for the show. I'm thinking green paint and a witch hat!

Cake of the Day: Muppets Cupcakes

Can you tell me how to get these cupcakes? Today's Cake of the Day comes from a cupcake bakery in southern California. I just love all the unique ways the baker created cupcake toppers using fondant icing. Fondant icing can be so much fun to use when translating it into a character like the muppets. The cupcakes are so cute that I don't know how you could eat them? Who are we kidding, I would eat the whole box ;-)

Cake of the Day: SusieCakes!

So, I have been here in Portland, OR for work now for the past two days and throughout my various meetings, all I keep thinking about is sinking my teeth into the most scrumptious, flavorful, moist, melt-in-your-mouth cupcakes...none other than SusieCakes!

After my friend encouraged me to try these delicious cupcakes when I was visiting San Francisco, I was a believer. But, it is not just cupcakes that she bakes; she makes actual cakes as well! Below are a list of my favorite cupcake flavors, #1 being my absolute fave:

1. Vanilla with Pastel Vanilla Frosting

1. Chocolate Chocolate

1. Fluffy Coconut

1. Luscious Lemon

1. Strawberry

1. Mocha

1. Peanut Butter

1. Red Velvet

1.Chocolate Mint.

OK, you got me! THEY'RE ALL MY FAVORITE!!

 SusieCakes is not only in San Francisco so click here to locate a SusieCakes near you in the California area.

Cake of the Day: Libra Love

In lieu of my sister's 26th birthday and the fact that she is obsessed with horoscopes, I decided to feature a rather zodiactistical (is that even a word??)

birthday cake that I found on Simply Sweet and More's site.

Today's Horoscope: Your hopes are driving you forward today — and while that may not seem like enough to some people, for you, it’s all you need. Keep striving for excellence and make the most of this terrific day!

Happy birthday, Nonye!

Cake of the Day: My "Kare Bear" Birthday Cake

Today's Cake of the Day ties into showcasing all the amazing details that went into my Kare Bear's 24th Birthday Slumber Party. Nohelly Mendoza  of Partyland Special Events was the brains & beauty behind this amazing masterpiece of a cake and it fit in so well with all of my Care Bear themed birthday party decor. The cake was a rainbow batter mixed with butter cream frosting and the outside was all created using fondant. It was delicious!

I will definitely be using Partyland Special Events for my next party in the Arizona area!!

Cake of the Day...3.15.04

Ballet Cake

6 inch white chocolate mud cake with raspberry swiss meringue buttercream. Covered in fondant, and decorated with handmade ballet slippers. Recipe and photo taken by Sweet-A-Licious.

8 years ago today and it still hurts the same. Today my life was changed forever when I lost a very special person. Cherish your life, cherish your friendships that matter the most. Dance In Peace Ashley Lauren Mitchell....never forgotten..3.15.04. Be safe this Spring Break!

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It isn't summer yet, but it sure did feel like it today here in Seattle! Inspired by today's warm weather, the Cake of the Day is a SUNNY one!

                                           Cake by: AnnaSaphiree

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I'll take an order of a caramel frappuCUPCAKE with extra whip ICING. Today's 'Cake of the Day' features some amazing Starbucks inspired cupcakes....I die!

Pictures taken from: Dress My Cupcake

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I walked out of church yesterday and I was welcomed by a big WHITE scene: SNOW!!

Since I didn't grow up in snow, you can imagine how excited I was to see this sight! The snow inspired me sooo much, that today's 'Cake of the Day' is called the "Glittery Snowflake" made from Jenna Rae Cakes.

This cake is so elegant and was tastefully presented much like many of Jenna Rae Cakes designer cakes. The very unique thing about Jenna Rae Cakes is that she doesn't just want to give you a cake; she wants to give you a cake package!

Not only can she make you an amazing cake, but it can include extra desserts from cupcakes to cake pops to mini size custom cakes! Of course, she is also willing to work with your ideas to customize your dessert table to YOUR liking.

If I can "have my snow and eat it too", I'm good to go ;-)


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Ringing in the new year with this PRETTY Cake of the Day! I guess your cake can get all done up too ;-)

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Fruit by the foot...and by the cake! Today's Cake of the Day comes from a random blog I came across. A little girl name Izabelle made this lovely piñata cake for a “Fiesta Fun” themed end of year school Carnival Cake Contest.

The cake was made with strips of Fruit By The Foot (fruit roll ups) cut up to look like paper mache!!

I am sure this cake was a hit!

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So excited for my first Fall in Seattle. Time for lots of indoor activities and outdoor too...I am going to dance in the rain! A change in season is just another reason to host parties!!

What exciting parties will you plan this Fall season?

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The Towers fell, but we rise up. 10 years and it still hurts...remembering all those who passed-the heroes of our country. Say hello to your neighbor; show your family and friends how much you love them; bake a cake for a loved one. God bless America!!

xoxo,

Cake of the Day: CrystalCakes!

My friend, Mika, wanted me to help her plan her 25th Birthday Party so after choosing a venue (Lucky Strike Lanes bowling alley) and the main colors she wanted for the party, it was time to decide on food for the event. Well, what is a birthday without birthday cake..?! We decided it would make the most sense to have cupcakes since you don't need to worry about cutting them or wasting them; they are just the right size.

Knowing me, I don't just settle for anything ordinary; I wanted cupcakes that matched the bowling theme. It was then that I reached out to CrystalCakes located in Seattle, WA to bring my vision alive.

At CrystalCakes you choose the cupcake flavor and icing flavor. The cupcakes turn out so moist and flavorful; not too sweet and just enough sugar to make you go for a second and third bite. Before you know it, your grabbing for a second one! My favorite dessert featured at CrystalCakes are their Cupcakes in a Jar...YUM!

The cupcakes that CrystalCakes made for my party turned out great; they were a hit at the party.

CrystalCakes is ready to start baking for you so check them out the next time you're in the Seattle area!

If you like CrystalCakes , be sure to 'Like' their page on Facebook!!

XOXO,

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Today I was reading Woman's Day and I got really inspired by a story about a woman by the name of Kate Carrara. Kate Carrara was a successful attorney and though she was a successful attorney, it was not her true passion; she yearned for a different career path.

After months of self reflecting, she decided that her calling was in the cupcake industry and that is how today's Cake of the Day, Buttercream, was founded back in 2009.

Buttercream is located in Philadelphia and one of the unique things about Kara's cupcakes is that you can catch them on their route they take in the Cupcake Truck!

This truck, which was once a mail truck, makes 5 stops a week. To see when and where the next stop is click here!

Follow the adventures of Cupcake Truck on Twitter!
www.twitter.com/Buttercreamphl

It just goes to show that when you put your mind toward something, anything is possible!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALYSSA!!

Picture from: Cake Central

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I like my cakes raw with a side of soy sauce ;-)

HAPPY FRIDAY!!

Cake of the Day!

Of all the 'Cake of the Day' entries I have posted this one undoubtedly TAKES THE CAKE! Today's Cake of the Day...well, um, let me actually introduce you to HER.

Today's Cake of the Day is Bride Chidi Ogbuta from good ol Texas. Standing 5ft tall made up of butterscotch and polymer clay, this six layer spectacular cake served over 500 guests. The bakers, Absolutely Edible Cakes, spent five weeks making this what we hope to be delicious cake.

I guess two wives are better than one!

To read more about the story behind this masterpiece of a cake click here!