Tag: fondant

Take cover (for your boards, that is!) – Marbleizing and Economizing

Take cover (for your boards, that is!) – Marbleizing and Economizing

Why cover your board?  We eat with our eyes first Cliche, I know and in the food world, you have probably heard this a thousand times.  But, it’s true, right?  If something looks appetizing, you’re far more likely to be interested in eating it than…

It’s a Bird, It’s a Pie – nope, it’s a cake!

It’s a Bird, It’s a Pie – nope, it’s a cake!

Pie or Cake So Mother’s Day was about to arrive and I was in charge of dessert (natch).  As those of us who “cake” know, we are usually expected to bring dessert and usually expected to bring a cake.  I didn’t want to bring a…

For a successful competition cake, U – B – U

For a successful competition cake, U – B – U

Huh? Let me explain Ok…well, say it out loud:  U-B-U Yes, that’s right, you be you.  Or me be me.  You get the picture. I had an epiphany this past weekend about me, cakes and art.   I’m still working through what it means, but…