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| - Today I had an appointment for a "cake tasting" (for the wedding) with Julia Baker Confections. I had no expectations going in and didn't really think too much about a cake at all prior to today. I didn't do any research, I just went with the flow. Jared opted not to participate, so it was just me, my mom, and our wedding planner.
I was super impressed from the moment i set foot in Julia's office. Not only did Julia herself greet us at the door, but the cakes on display were like pieces of art! I learned about her business as I admired the cake creations and luxury chocolates that surrounded me. Not only was everything incredibly breathtaking to look at, but I didn't take one bite of anything that I didn't absolutely love!
(Yes - the wedding diet was on hiatus during my visit with Julia today!)
I sampled the passion fruit chocolate and it was amazing. My mom commented that the caramel truffle she chose was like an orgasm in her mouth! Then it was on to the cakes: we had the white traditional cake with raspberry gelee and swiss meringue buttercream filling and american buttercream frosting, the chocolate cake with chocolate ganache filling and chocolate ganache frosting, and the red velvet cake with sweet cream cheese filling and american buttercream frosting. OMG - divine! All of it! (And I don't even consider myself a 'cake person.')
I won't say which one my favorite was but I will say that Jared loved the same one I did when I brought him samples later in the day. Our guests are in for a real treat...
Since our meeting, I did some research only to learn that Julia's sweet creations have garnered her notoriety as the "Chocolatier to the Stars" and singer/songwriter Alicia Keys has called Julia "breathtakingly talented." Among the many celebrities Julia has made chocolates for are Bono & U2, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Aniston, and Britney Spears. None of this surprises me, other than not understanding how Julia keeps her girlish figure while she's surrounded by sugar and amazing fresh ingredients 24/7!
I am so excited for Julia to create our wedding cake! If you're looking for a custom creation made with passion, check out Julia Baker Confections.
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