Now whether the story of the cake is just to satisfy a sweet tooth, or to say Happy Birthday, Congratulations, We're starting a new family, We're having a baby...whatever. The cake does have a story. I'm going to share some of the stories of cakes I've made. I've often heard people say, "Why are cakes so expensive? It's just flour, sugar and eggs!" If only cake were just flour, sugar and eggs, bakeries would go out of business. A cake is a labor of love, a creative outlet. The cake is the centerpiece of a the celebration. It says something about the person that it was made for. When I look back at the pictures of my cakes...they all have a story. Some are happy, other's make me smile or chuckle, and other's make me just a little sad.
My First Class Cake
OK, if this cake doesn't make you laugh, there is something wrong with you. But let me tell you I was so proud of the cake. I couldn't wait to put the 9-1-1 Mascot (Red E. Fox) on my cake using a piping gel transfer. Now to all my students pay extra special attention to the crazy uneven zigzag border and the not too smooth icing job. The story of this cake is all about learning a new set of skills yet still clinging to that which was comfortable (9-1-1). My co-workers at the 9-1-1 center were the beneficiaries of this fine piece of culinary art. :)
Have you made a cake with a story? If so, I hope you'll share.
Cake Susan
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