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Fall Wedding Cake Designs: A Study in Opportunity By : Jeanette Shinn Your wedding cake is the single largest element in the design of your wedding reception decor and a fall wedding presents unique opportunities in wedding cake design. The Use of Coloring in Icing By : Jimmy Cox Although several coloring agents are available, paste colors have been found to be the most generally satisfactory. The range of colors available to the decorator, in addition to the primaries - red, blue and yellow - include violet, green, brown and pink. The color wheel, of course, shows us that we can get along very well with only the 3 primaries. Finding Wedding Cake Design Ideas By : Jeanette Shinn Your wedding cake is the centerpiece of your reception. As a result you want it to reflect both your taste and personality as well as the theme of the wedding. To achieve such lofty goals you need ideas. Fortunately ideas are easy to come by if you know where to look and how to use them. Unique Wedding Cake Designs By : Margaret Keenan Planning a Wedding Can be a Nightmare for All Concerned. Let me Take the Stress Out of Designing Your Wedding Cake with This Step by Step Article... A Few Winning Birthday Cake Designs By : Adrian Adams Birthdays are fun times to be creative with themes and that, of course, also means themed birthday cakes. The possibilities are virtually endless but there are some themes that come to the forefront for the age groups. Decorating A Cake With Scenery By : Jimmy Cox Create stunning cakes for any special event with these delightful tips and tricks. Landscape your cakes like a pro! Fun Valentines Day Sweet Treats By : Angela Billings Children love to decorate for all holidays and they love to help out in the kitchen and make crafts. The following cover all three of these areas for some special family fun! Valentines Day Popcorn Cake 1 cup butter 32 marshmallows 16 cups popped popcorn 1 cup conversation heart candy 1 cup chocolate covered peanuts 1 cup red hot candies Melt butter and marshmallows in a large heavy pan over low heat. Stir often. Put popcorn into large pan. Pour marshmallow mixt... Customizing Wedding Cake Toppers By : Jeanette Shinn You've searched all over and found a wedding cake topper that's nearly perfect except... Do you have to settle for something that doesn't quite fit or is there something you can do to turn a cake topper that's close to what you want into the perfect crown for your wedding cake? Wedding Cakes: Choosing The Right “Taste” By : Michelle Davis One of the most important decisions for your wedding will include picking out the perfect cake. In the past, all wedding cakes may have been “created equal” but now there are astounding varieties to choose from. While most guests forget many specifics about weddings, the wedding cake often stands out in their minds. Here are a few tips to help you find the cake that will impress your guests and make your wedding day perfect. Taste Testing: Finding the Right Flavor No l... Wedding Cakes: Choosing a Bakery By : Jeanette Shinn Getting a great wedding cake is as simple as walking down to your local bakery isn't it? Not necessarily. Understanding what questions to ask and what to expect will help you get the wedding cake of your dreams. The Secrets Of The Dome By : Dennis Weaver It’s really easy to make nice, high-domed muffins. High-domed muffins are a badge of success in the baking world. Follow these guidelines and your muffins will be the envy of the neighborhood. 1. Fill your muffin tins. Time and again, we see recipes that direct you to fill your muffin tins 2/3’s full. That’s not enough batter for high-domed muffins. Fill your muffin tins nearly full. Your favorite recipe that calls for 12 muffins may only make nine or ten high-domed muffin... How to Choose a Wedding Cake Topper That Will Thrill You and Your Guests By : Jeanette Shinn Wedding cake toppers are coming back into vogue - and doing it with a vengence largely because today's toppers are high quality keepsakes you'll love having around for years. But choosing a topper is not as easy as picking one off the shelf. Buying the Right Camera Security System By : Dave Poon Home security camera systems are now becoming popular because everybody would like to protect their family from harm and protect business from any malicious attempts. Widen Those Smiles With These Fabulous Birthday Cake Decorating Ideas By : Sarah H Everyone wants to get the perfect birthday cake. You want a birthday cake that show how much the birthday boy or girl means to you without being too mushy. You want the cake to be a creative piece of work to ward off the boring birthday cakes that are seen year after year and you definitely want the cake to make a statement or reflect something about the person whose birthday is being celebrated. Basically you want big smiles! But before you delve into the world of birthd... Bring On The Chocolate Cake! By : Michelle Bery When it comes to celebrating, food plays a critical and cross-cultural role. While it may consist of different cuisine depending on where you go, the meal around which families and friends gather unites the world on common ground. Different food comes to mean different things – a holiday meal, a weekly favorite, or a family recipe. But when it comes to celebrating sweetly – especially in the United States – nothing beats a chocolate cake. For chocolate cake connoisseurs th... Avoiding Wedding Cake Disasters By : Jeanette Shinn We all love watching videos of wedding cake disasters. They're hilarious - as long as the wedding cake that crashes was someone else's. Discover how to limit the risk to your wedding cake. The Secret Of Chocolate Cake By : Gary Stephens Learn everything you need to know about making chocolate cake for your friends and family. The Joys Of A Good Banana Cake By : Gary Stephens Everything you need to know about making delicious banana cake Cake Decorating Supplies - A Complete Review. By : Tracie M. Loewe I remember my first experience to really good (handy) cake decorating supplies was when I was a kid and at that time used to enjoy watching my grandmother baking and decorating. My grandmother would bake as well as cool a set of cakes, ice the layers and the cake in completion, subsequently – it was time for the greatest delight for me – when she would reach out to a special cabinet and take out cake decorating supplies in a package that looked like a gift box: the cake decor... Do-It-Yourself Cakes By : Dana Bradley Who would think that cakes made in bakeries contain nasty, artery-clogging, cell-altering trans fatty acids? Most people don’t even think about it or read the ingredients, and sadly, some people don’t even care. As long as they’re able to quickly get cakes for special occasions, they could care less. Bakeries often use trans fatty acids in place of butter, in ‘butter’ cream frosting. This is totally ridiculous! Their rationale for using this (shortening, such a Crisco is tran... Baking Without Gluten--Cake Recipes For Celiac Sufferers By : Catherine Ford Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease, often genetically inherited, in which the sufferers are intolerant of gluten. Celiac disease is caused by an abnormal reaction to gliadin, which is a gluten protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. The only cure is abstinence from gluten, which means that a whole new method of eating has to be learned. It can be said that if celiac sufferers avoid flour, they will be fine. Although this is simplistic, it is not far wrong. But celiac... A Couple of Cool Baby Shower Cake Ideas By : Tim Bock Baby showers are special events indeed, and the host or hostess of the baby shower is always on the lookout for a great way to make the event even more memorable. Choosing Baby Shower Cakes By : Karen O'Donnell How to choose cakes for baby showers Wedding Cakes - How To Choose The Right One By : Vicki Churchill Ok, so you've set the date, booked the venue and found 'THE' dress, now you've decided it's time to start looking for wedding cakes, but not just any wedding cakes, the perfect wedding cake Attributes Of The Perfect Cupcake By : Mika Hamilton As you bite into the cupcake it does not crumble, but stay together firmly. It is not as tough as a fudge bar, but not as light as a piece of angel food cake. Making Cupcakes A Fun Activity To Share With Your Kids By : Mika Hamilton Cupcakes are a great cooking activity to share with children because the endeavor consists of many choices. Choices help give children the opportunity to really feel confident about their likes, dislikes and areas that they can feel free to express their creative juices. A Muffin Is Not, Nor Will Ever Be A Cupcake By : Mika Hamilton A muffin is not a cupcake, but how does one ultimately distinguish between the two delectable treats? They are both after all approximately the same size and shape and come in a variety of flavors. This article will illuminate some of the distinguishing factors. Trying To Decide On A Wedding Cake? By : Mika Hamilton When choosing certain items for one's wedding, many people like to stick to the traditional methods. But for those of you out there who would really like to have somthing special, read on. Cupcakes Are The Perfect Dessert For All Occasions By : Mika Hamilton Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for all occasions; from weddings to birthdays, from simple get-togethers to celebratory events. They seem to always be able to fit the bill, perfectly! Dazzling Birthday Cakes Look As Good As They Taste By : Dan Vianetto What makes a birthday cake special? It’s got to taste great, no doubt, but visual appeal makes a cake truly dazzle. In Portland, Oregon, Papa Haydn’s is famous for incomparable birthday cakes that look as fabulous as they taste, so we asked co-owner Evelyn Franz to share a few of her secrets for cake decorating success. Evelyn helped her sister and brother-in-law Heidi and Jeff Van Dyke, who founded Papa Haydn’s in the late 1970s, create their legendary dessert menu. Since... Impress Your Friends With Your Own Cupcake Creations By : Mika Hamilton Parties are often accompanied by snacks and other food dishes. People need sustenance while they wile away their evenings! History Of The Humble Cupcake By : Mika Hamilton Cupcakes are special dessert treats that have been around since the early 19th century. They have been spreading delight and enjoyment for over a full century and they are still going strong, maybe stronger than ever now. Cupcake Success Is All About The Ingredience By : Mika Hamilton Cupcakes are made many different ways. Among us we find that many people have an ancestor, great grandmother, friend or other such person who knows someone who knows someone who knows how to create the best cake you will ever have in your life. The Comeback Of The Mighty Cupcake By : Mika Hamilton As children grew up and interests changed, jump ropes made way for nail polish and eye shadow, while "cooties" made way for asking girls out on movie dates. Things changed and such childish treats as cupcakes were abandoned for other such treats, such as a full sheet birthday or celebratory cakes. But not any more... Incredibly Beautiful Icing Roses; Easier Than You May Think By : Samantha Mitchell Do you enjoy piping roses? Most decorators, even many of the pros, approach this task with a sinking feeling in the gut. Many of the pros even resort to buying their icing roses. But if you're reading this article, then you haven't given up yet Choosing a Wedding Cake - Add Some Taste To Your Special Day By : Tuppy Glossop Choosing a wedding cake can be one of the most fun things that you do as you plan your wedding. There are a variety of decisions you have to make: What flavor of cake would you like? How should the cake be decorated? How extravagant do you want to be? A Quick And Easy Cupcake Recipe By : Mika Hamilton Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They can make an event feel extra special, they can provide for a wonderful baking experience if one takes some additional time to really find some unique refined ingredients. Halloween Cake Conjures Up A Witch's Brew! By : Samantha Mitchell Whether or not Halloween is a holiday you just can't wait for, or one you hope will soon pass, if you're like me, then you know how much fun Halloween cakes can be to decorate! Creepy and Cute Halloween Cake Design Ideas By : Samantha Mitchell Halloween can bring out the kid in all of us - and there's nothing as much fun as designing and decorating a Halloween cake for the kids! Jack o' Lantern Halloween Cake; a Bundt Cake Treat! By : Samantha Mitchell The Jack o' Lantern has been a hallmark of Halloween longer than any of our modern day traditions. And this glowing pumpkin head has come a long way from the carved turnip lantern once used to frighten away unfriendly ghosts. How To Find Quality Cake Recipes on the Internet By : Samantha Mitchell How many times have you been disappointed by a fantastic looking cake that isn't so fantastic on the inside? Creative Birthday Cakes are Easy to Make By : Samantha Mitchell If you long to make a birthday cake that will light up a child's eyes (or grown up's), but you've always thought that this was something beyond your skill. Read on... The Wedding Cake, Featured Attraction! By : Samantha Mitchell The wedding cake is almost as important as the brides dress these days. It plays a huge role in the wedding reception, so why not make it a memorable one. 3 Common Cake Decorating Mistakes - And Their Easy Solutions By : Samantha Mitchell Whether making a childs birthday cake or a seven tier wedding cake, cake decorators are frustrated by the same problems the world over. Luckily these issues are very easy to fix! Most Popular Cake Ideas By : Samantha Mitchell Discover how eay it is to choose a cake idea to suit any occassion. Birthday Cake Decoration Suggestions and Tips By : Dave Poon Think of having a beautifully decorated cake at least once every year for your kid's birthday. Baby Shower Cakes Lay the Tasty Frosting on Your Baby-to-Be's Special Day By : Trevor Mulholland You have every right to place priority on your baby shower cake being unique and the talk of the town... but bear in mind that you have to be distinctive, too. The New Years Honey Cake By : Daniel Wiesz This time of year always marks the beginning of a very busy month for the Jewish community, there are a few major holidays that take part in a relatively short time with only a few days separating one holiday from the other. The real excitement is usually over the Jewish new year, which is usually celebrated on September, and which is the first major holiday after Passover which takes place in April, so this is one holiday that gets all the attention. The preparation for “... Diversity of Wedding Cakes By : Nicky Pilkington Wedding cakes, today, are as diverse as there are people getting married. The traditional white wedding cake with white icing with the bride and groom adornment is not as popular as it once was. Today, you can find many unique and delectable wedding cakes with as much personality as the wedding itself. Creating Bridal Shower Cakes By : Jen Carter Bridal shower cakes are an elegant and sophisticated way to make your bridal shower party a hit. Unique Wedding Cake Decorating By : Jaid Chambers Using your imagination can go a long way to creating a unique wedding cake for your special day. Making Cake Or Cobbler In Your Microwave By : Donna Rivera-Loudon Just because it is summer doesn’t mean you don’t want to be able to make nice desserts for your family. The problem is: who wants to turn on their oven to bake a cake or make a cherry cobbler? Here are some recipes I have made often in my microwave. I tested them on my family and they were very satisfied. Blueberry or Cherry Cobbler Ingredients 2 (21 oz) can blueberry or cherry pie filling 1 tsp. grated orange peel 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 cup milk 3 Tbls marg. ... Las Vegas Wedding Cakes -- It's More Than Culinary Art By : Helen Goldstein Those monstrous Las Vegas wedding cakes have been replaced by much smaller and simpler ones. Simplicity is the order of the day. No more columns -- just straight layers. Flowers -- lots of them, both fresh and sugar-made (edible) -- are now the most popular decorating items on the cakes.

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