January 2011

CRUMBS Bake Shop: The Original Gourmet Cupcake

by Jenny
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Who hasn’t heard of CRUMBS Bake Shop in the big apple?  They were pretty much the leader in the cupcake revolution, the “butter cream trend setters”, if you will.  So we were thrilled to score an interview with the founder Jason and his sweet wifey Mia Bauer.  I think you’ll be completely surprised by their [...]

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The “Comfort Food” of Dessert

by Tracy
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Sweet Sally’s prides themselves on mustering that nostalgic feel, and it was evident from the minute the overflowing sampler arrived in the mail.  The first impression, was a fantastic one…a hand written note from Sally!  All of their products are packaged neatly in crisp white packages, and each comes printed with the nostalgic story of [...]

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You Are What You Eat at Candyality

by Jenny
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Candyality, is my new reality.  I love having the candies of long ago, from simpler times – (you know Sixlets, Gummy Bears, Cherry Sours, Lemon Drops etc) of my youth sitting around the house.  It reminds me of growing up and how I would always have a red mouth because I’d secretly have a stash [...]

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Super Bowl Sweets: May the Best Team…Eat Dessert!

by Tracy
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Arguably, one of the most important aspects of Super Bowl Sunday is the FOOD!  We have the perfect sweets that you can order for the big game…no matter which team you are cheering for.  Be sure to get your order in soon, especially if you’re not local and your order requires shipping! Cookies are always [...]

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Loco Kids: Edible Snowmen

by Tracy
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We all know the rule about eating yellow snow (just in case you’re from some warm place like Florida and clueless, it’s a no-no), but these snowmen are totally edible, and fun to make too! Marshmallow Snowmen by Magenta Cakes Milk Men by Bakerella Oh no-My Snowmen Are Melting by Cute Food for Kids Marshmallow [...]

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Helliemae’s Salt Caramels: Small Batches, Big Flavor

by Tracy
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Helliemae’s makes caramels by hand using traditional ingredients, with a twist.  I tried their signature Salt Caramels and they were the perfect consistency, I was able to take a bite yet they weren’t sticky.  If you are a caramel lover like me, that last sentence will make perfect sense.  The unexpected comes from the flakes of [...]

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Elway’s at The Ritz-Carlton Denver Offers a Limited Valentine’s Dessert {Video}

by Jenny
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Be careful, this video may cause you to salivate…a lot. Elway’s restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton is known for it’s USDA Prime hand cut steaks, but what is really music to my ears?  The amazing shareable dessert Pastry Chef, Leslie Ann Viets, is baking up in honor of your sweetie pie on Valentine’s Day.  You saw [...]

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Allie’s Edibles Chocolates

by Jenny
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I almost want to rename this company Allie’s DEVOURibles (I know that’s not a word, but it should be).  Holy smokes, I let out a little profanity (in a good way) when I dove right into the Chocolate Covered Ganache – it came out like “holy s#$! this is amazing!”  Yes, you read that right, [...]

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Impress Your Valentine with Extraordinary Desserts

by Tracy
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Extraordinary Desserts is the place to impress your date for an indulgent Valentine’s Day dessert.  I recently had the chance to eat at their Little Italy location in San Diego, and was in awe when I walked through the doors.  Their vast selection of decadent desserts and pastries is there to greet you, and the [...]

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Loco Kids: Candy Sushi

by Tracy
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No one can resist trying Candy Sushi, chopsticks optional! Kids can help with: measuring cups of cereal for the cereal bars choosing and placing their “fish” rolling the sushi Supplies: Rice Krispie Treats, get the recipe here 1 box of fruit roll-ups (the green ones are difficult to find) 1 package Swedish Fish 1 package [...]

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