The New Cakes

We know babies are born every day, all year long. But for some reason, it feels like there are more being born in the spring—and we know that because there are more birthday parties in the spring. Just ask the cupcake companies.

Here are some of our fave picks if you’re looking for a new take on the ‘new cake’ (and by that we mean cupcakes because cakes are so 2008). 

For the Artist
Icing on the Cupcake is a new company that’s all about the cupcake as a lootbag. All you do is call or email your party theme, and you’ll receive individually packaged cupcakes, undressed, with a side of toppings for the birthday guests to create for themselves. We like that with Icing on the Cupcake, there is no mess and less waste. Order at least three days in advance. Free delivery is available for certain locations.

Custom Made
Remember how much you loved a sundae bar at a sleepover? Capture the rapture all over again with the bespoke cupcakes at the deceptively named Designer Cookie. First, pick the flavour of cupcake you want (chocolate, lemon or vanilla), then the frosting (vanilla, chocolate or cream cheese) and finally top your treat with one or more of their 20 toppings. Can’t decide? The Designer Cookie also has a selection of prepared cupcakes (perfect to pre-order for a party). We love the cakes almost as much as we love the names their clever staff have concocted for their cute creations (Dolce and Banana, anyone?).

You’ll take the cake at your next party with one of these sweet treats.

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