Spring is coming to an end, summer is coming quickly, and as buds begin to sprout and bloom, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a fun, edible take on a beautiful flower! The best part about this tutorial is that it only requires colored fondant, 2 simple cookie cutters, and a cupcake. Make [...]
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Dessert Styling for Martha Stewart: SHINY PASTEL OMBRE DESSERT TABLE
If you follow us throughout social media, you probably saw some sneak peeks of a party we styled earlier this week for Martha Stewart. I have been beyond giddy to share with you exactly what we’ve been up to. Martha Stewart has launched a brand new line of party essentials called MarthaCelebrations, which will be [...]
Pin ItInterview with Olga Lee of Polka Dots Cupcake Factory
Ben and Olga Lee are an unquestionably dynamic duo. They are the husband-wife team behind Polka Dots Cupcake Factory in Austin, Texas, and their bakeshop has been serving up delicious, freshly-made cakes, cookies, and, of course, cupcakes since 2008. Both Ben and Olga started their careers in technical fields, but eventually found their way into [...]
Pin ItBFFF on ModCloth
We heart ModCloth. They are known for having some of the best fashion on the net, and I have been following them since I was a teenager. So I was so excited to style a dessert spread that is being featured on their blog TODAY. I collaborated on this spread with Tessa Lindow-Huff and Caroline [...]
Pin ItNational Peanut Butter Day
Today, January 24th is National Peanut Butter Day. What a fun food to celebrate! Peanut butter is one of the most versatile ingredients to work with in the kitchen. It can be paired with everything from jelly to chocolate and adds flavor and nutrition to every dish. We love peanut butter and chances are, it’s [...]
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The Cupcake Critic’s Favorite Washington D.C. Cupcake Shops
National monuments, museums, and beautiful parks aren’t the only sights to see in our nation’s capitol. Washington D.C. is also home to many cupcake shops. Stephanie, better known as The Cupcake Critic, shares with us her top five favorite D.C. cupcake shops! 1. Georgetown Cupcake “As someone who always roots for the home team, Georgetown [...]
Pin ItBall Drop Cupcakes Recipe
We can’t believe New Year’s Eve is already right around the corner. And even though we’d probably all filled up on our fair share of sweets by the time Christmas rolled around, we can’t possibly turn down dessert on the last night of the year! These Ball Drop Cupcakes are the perfect treat to indulge [...]
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Mini Cherry Almond Cupcakes Recipe
Hi everyone, it’s Natasha from the Cake Merchant. Today I’m here to share one of my favorite cupcake recipes. A few weeks ago, my friend asked me to bring cupcakes to her 5 year old daughter’s birthday party. When I asked her daughter what her favorite flavor was, she instantly exclaimed, “PINK!” Not only are [...]
Pin ItInterview with Connie of Connie Cupcake
Connie Cupcake produces confections that are absolute works of art, most of which look too pretty to eat, like this gorgeous Seaglass Apple. Connie is a self-taught artist and baker with an incredible vision for whimsical treats that will enchant all party-goers. If you’re lucky enough to live in the Toronto area, you can order [...]
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