I don't know about you, but I adore a good doughnut for breakfast. It's not something I make a habit of, but once in awhile...
I just had to share one of my latest acquisitions with you; a 1920s silverplated trophy for cake decoration from the St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco! This is what it reads:
What about a donut cake? Doesn't it look yummy? I know, I know... it's for a little girl's birthday party, BUT I love donuts, love the whole idea, and just had to share!
I hope that all of you in the states had a very Happy Thanksgiving!
Maison Bouche (literally translated as "house of the mouth") is named after the sumptuous kitchens at Versailles, and based here in the Bay Area. Maison Bouche's packaging is as divine as the scrumptious taste of their confections.
Diane, the owner of Maison Bouche has pulled out the stops with 4 new lines; Holiday 2010, New Year's, Bonne Année and Liqueurs. The wrappers are divine, taken from old French ephemera. The flavors are amazing; 
Liqueurs; Champagne, Rum, Cassis, Chartreuse, Absinthe, Cognac, Whiskey Kirsch and Génépy. Each are Noir (dark) and come in a medium bar or gift box collection.
Holiday 2010; Flavors in the Noir set; Fleur de Sel, Cherry Clafoutis, Mint, Eggnog, Gingerbread, Chestnut, Sage and Candied Orange, Curry with Candied Ginger, Café and Pear with Black Pepper.
Flavors in the Lait set; Fleur de Sel, Cherry Clafoutis, Mint, Eggnog, Gingerbread, Tarte Tatin, Balsamic Fig and Cranberries, Café and Pistachio with Candied Orange.
New Year's & Bonne Année; Fleur de Sel & Champagne
These are truly amazing as I just received my large assortment... all ready for you, my loyal customers, as a little token of my thanks!
So, if you're looking for a unique item, visit Maison Bouche website here to purchase their divine chocolat, OR, make a purchase at Paris Hotel Boutique and receive a complimentary chocolat (s)!
Happy Shopping!
Thanksgiving cupcakes...
Are we tired of cupcakes yet? I'm certainly not as I love my sweets (If you haven't noticed by now.) Here are some edible "little works of art" I've stumbled upon...
hydrangea cupcakes : Glorious Treats
shell-decorated cupcakes at the shore: Project Weddings, photo: Karey Michelle
Wedgewood cupcakes: Anita Jamal
popcorn cupcakes: Cake Central
rose-shaped cupcakes: J-Lynne - flickr
more rose cupcakes: style me pretty
rose garden cupcakes: Kylie Lambert
If I could escape the fog of San Francisco,
Perhaps I'd hide out in a vintage caravan and have a fancy English breakfast...
or a pink Gypsy Caravan...
I'd invite all of you to a party delivered by Enjoy Cupcakes, and
Then we could pay a visit to Fresher Than Fresh Sno Cones in Kansas City for some yummy flavored snow cones such as watermelon basil, lime mint and ginger rose. All served out of their renovated 1957 Shasta trailer.
How about climbing up in a tree house?
Bedtime in the forest...so warm and comfy...
The Caketress, a boutique cake company based in Canada, created an exclusive dessert bar shoot for New York-based event planner, Amy Atlas. I nearly flipped when I saw Amy's blog post this morning. {I've definitely been in "sweet tooth" land lately!}
This all grey and white chic dessert bar also included pearls and lace; lace wrapped pumpkin cupcakes, macarons, malted chocolate pearls, and licorice white cotton candy! Oh my!
Am I dreaming?
Are you kidding? Bubble gum, pixie stix and cotton candy cupcakes? I'm in!
Wait, is this a disco? No, it's a restaurant/dessert lounge. White patent leather banquettes and colored “gumball” lights create a Willy Wonka-meets-modern soda fountain effect.
This place is not just for kids. They serve candy cocktails and have an extensive beer and wine menu. How about a single cupcake and wine pairing?
These cotton candy cupcakes send me over the top! These pretty blue babies have little cotton candy "pops" on them!
Remember Pixie Stix when you were growing up? How about cupcakes dusted with Pixie Stix?
They even cater to our four-legged friends...
Although I haven't tasted a cupcake yet, you know I will be back there soon. I did bring my husband home some cotton candy. This is my new favorite place, if only just to look!
Forgive Vito's bad behavior...
$27 (yes, $27) for an organic dog birthday cake from a dog bakery. Hope they enjoyed it!
little treats for the guests
"Oh, please take these silly hats off of us!"
"Are you kidding me?" -Buster
Speaking of dog parties...I had to share this cute "dessert party" that Kristy of Posh Pixels Design Studio created for her new adopted puppy, Ozzy.
The theme was “Meet the Puppy,” to introduce Ozzy to her family & friends. There was "doggy" food and "people" food.
So beautifully done...
Biscuits & rawhides for the puppies, candy & treats for the humans...
How creative is this?
For the humans...
For the dogs...
Love that party! So talented!
