It may -- or may not -- have been Julia Child who said, "A party without cake is just a meeting." The Guru does not care, because The Guru agrees.Frederick's cupcake scene is nothing short of "batter-licious," with three bakeries...
Candy stores: The architects of smiles. At these nostalgia havens, nearly every confection is a ticket to childhood.This year's winner, Gateway Candyland, is a "corner store that still sells those little pieces of heaven," according to its website. Pop by,...
We mean, come on, these are bakeries. Bakeries, folks.If we need to inform you that they are heaven on earth, offering the perfect sensory combination to waft you into eternal bliss, then you need to get out more.And The Guru...
The average American puts away four gallons of ice cream a year -- that's 20 pounds worth -- according to census.gov. What's more, ice cream companies contribute $13 billion directly to the national economy.So, when you're looking to support the...
In Frederick's confectionary arena, custom cake decorators wield their spatulas and piping bags with the precision of a master painter's brush. These culinary artisans transform flour and sugar into edible sculptures, each tier and swirl a testament to their craft....
The quest for the perfect final course is a sweet expedition where the cherry on top is just the beginning. This year's top pick from Frederick locals, The Little Red Barn Ice Cream Cafe, (above), serves up scoops of joy...