Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Sweet Deliciousness

Somehow I dawned on me that I have to think where I want the candles of my birthday to sit on this coming weekend. I had a hard time deciding, especially because I´m sort of in the mood for something decadent and something that will mark the beginning of the end of not eating too healthy.

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I love red velvet cake, despite the food coloring and that it's just a chocolate cake... I love it! I think it's the visuals of the dark velvety red color and the creamy frosting. Maybe, it's because it brings me such good memories of eating cupcakes in NY while walking around the village, or reminds it me of sitting at a park in LA with my friends under that always blue sky.


Carrot cake has always been a favorite of mine, I guess because my mom always had a thing for it and she passed it on to me. I know it's not a traditional birthday flavor, but I guess that is the one day that people will go along with eccentricity I come up with.

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Tiramisu is one of my all time favorites. I've had all of it's versions in many places everywhere I go, but like a good cliche the best I've had in my life was in Italy. I still remember the name of the restaurant in Florence and the face of my friends as the three of us tasted that coffee and chocolates soaked deliciousness.

Have a great day and I'll have a tough decision to make!
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25 comments:

  1. tinajoSeptember 18, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    Everything looks delicious - congrats in advance! :-)

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  2. SelenaSeptember 18, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    This weekend it's my birthday too! I don't know which cake I make but with your post I want to eat a big slice of tiramisù. In Italy there are lots of different flavors of tiramisù: with coffe, with choccolate, with fruits, with cream... and they are all delicious!

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  3. kSeptember 18, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    omg. i want it all.

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  4. A Life Un-StyledSeptember 18, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    I agree with Krystal - have it all! I wouldn't be able to decide either. I hope there are people around you who will bring you one of each! xoxox

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  5. Albertina M. CisnerosSeptember 18, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    those all look yummy!! I know I would be all over chocolate!!

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  6. roothSeptember 18, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Oh man... that's a tough choice. Is there no way you can have ALL of them? That's my vote

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  7. A Very Sweet BlogSeptember 18, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    well these are some excellent choices! i love them all! hahaha you're going to have a great birthday.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  8. JamieSeptember 18, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    I have a similar decision to make this week, red velvet may be my choice.

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  9. anitaSeptember 18, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    hello!
    on my last birthday i was treated to a vanilla chi cake, something about the white (fresh start) and the chi (exotic) really did it for me! whatever the choice, happiest of wishes :)

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  10. Clara TurbaySeptember 18, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    love it! smart and simple.

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  11. Camila FariaSeptember 18, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Oh, I loooove Tiramisu! It's perfect for ANY occasion!

    http://naomemandeflores.com/en

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  12. awhiteSeptember 18, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Red velvet is a favorite of mine- was definitely the cake of choice at my wedding this year! :)

    -Ashley
    http://lerougestylo.blog.com

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  13. JillianSeptember 18, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    I like tiramisu just fine, but I almost never order it. Maybe if I made my way to Italy, I might feel differently! Now, carrot cake...that's my thing. Looooove carrot cake.

    Good luck on making the decision :)

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  14. Tiffany KadaniSeptember 18, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Oh, hard decision for sure! You know what I think you might like? Go to Miette's website. They have fabulous birthday cakes for classy ladies like you!

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  15. A Crimson KissSeptember 18, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    Mmm, how delicious! And I love Ms Branflake's suggestion–Miette is the best!

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Wow - those all look so delicious. Especially the red velvet cake - my favorite!!
    Much love,
    B

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  17. bridechicSeptember 18, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    Sounds like you eat with your eyes as well as taste buds. Yes, red velvet cake is fabulous!

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  18. Lisa GordonSeptember 18, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    All such wonderful choices.
    My Mom used to love carrot cake too, and so do I, but give me the choice of anything chocolate, and nothing else can compare! :-)
    Although early, I wish you a very, very Happy Birthday!
    xo.

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  19. LeslieSeptember 18, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    I'll take one of each! There's just something about the red velvet cake... I'd have that first ;). Happy birthday in advance!!

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  20. BrookeSeptember 18, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Oh the carrot cake...that would be my choice!!! Actually now you've got me thinking of making one this weekend. they are just so dang good! Gotta get a recipe first though...
    So NO ONE around me sells post cards!! I've been wanting to send you one for your bday and I can't freaking find one!! :( Still on the hunt though...Have a fab bday and enjoy your cake- whichever you choose! (maybe just do one of each...go big or go home, right??)

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  21. hope in high heelsSeptember 18, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    oh, the deliciousness! you have just made me very hungry... I may have to wander down to Molly's cupcakes for a mid-afternoon sugar fix! i don't think I could go past the red velvet... but all three are perfect for celebrating your birthday :)

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  22. JohannaSeptember 18, 2012 at 9:45 PM

    Ooooh a birthday on the horizon! Nice. I say you should have all your cakes...and eat them, too!

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  23. ClaireSeptember 19, 2012 at 1:48 AM

    you make me wanna bake a cake and eat the entire thing! mmm. red velvet is awesome cuz it kinda has a tang with that vinegar. and with cream cheese frosting, yum! happy birthday. i think you should ha ve a slice of every one of these cakes!!!

    http://www.spinning-threads.blogspot.com

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  24. StephanieSeptember 19, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Can you really go wrong with any of these? A very Happy Birthday my friend!

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  25. honey my heartSeptember 20, 2012 at 12:24 AM

    mmm sweets. pass me some tiramisu ;)

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