Showing posts with label Bay Area. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bay Area. Show all posts

Friday, September 2, 2011

Shark cupcakes with mint Milano cookies for fins!

I'm loving these! They're by Oakland, California bakery James and the Giant Cupcake, whose cupcakes I've enjoyed and are at the top of my list to try next time I'm in the Bay Area.







From their blog: "'Jaws' is the name of this latest cupcake creation- Chocolate cupcake with vanilla bean buttercream, dipped in blue sprinkles and topped with a mint Milano cookie fin."



And a fun promotion - who wouldn't want a free cupcake on their birthday?



Saturday, August 27, 2011

Kara's Cupcakes Honors Steve Jobs


This weekend in San Francisco, Kara's Cupcakes is baking up special cupcakes decorated with an apple to commemorate Steve Jobs and support cancer research.

From their Facebook page:
"Sweeten your day for a great cause and help us commemorate Steve Jobs career! This weekend Kara's Cupcakes will have apple decorated cupcakes and will donate portions of the proceeds to the Stanford Cancer Institute!
Just look for the white apple to know you are sweeting for a great cause!"

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Bay Area cupcake truck Cupkates is hiring!

San Francisco Bay Area cupcake truck Cupkates is hiring! From Craigslist:

Baker / Retail Associate -- Cupkates Truck
Date: 2011-07-26, 10:45AM PDT
Reply to: job-6grmg-2514324227@craigslist.org
Cupkates--the Bay Area's first mobile cupcake shop--is looking for a full-time baker / retail associate to join our talented and creative pastry team in our East Bay bakery. This employee will assist with our daily production, prep for the morning baking staff, and work several retail shifts (which include driving the truck). We've won the Best of the East Bay and Best of SF awards for Best Overall Food Truck, and we're looking for a passionate employee who takes pride in maintaining that reputation. Our bakery is fast-paced, so expert multi-tasking, effective delegating, working independently, and making split-second decisions are essential to success with our company.

One year experience in a commercial kitchen (not including school) is a must, as is a clean driving record. Mornings and weekends are a requirement. Applicants with a car will be given preference, as deliveries can be a part of the position.

Cupkates is a fast-growing company with a loyal fan following. We're dedicated to doing the best job we can every day, including taking care of the employees who work beside us. We offer a fun and flexible work environment with exponential room for growth, very competitive pay, medical benefits, 401K options, and a fuel stipend.

If you fit the bill, send a brief explanation about why you're interested in working for Cupkates and a resume to kate (at) cupkatesbakery.com.

Follow @CupkatesTruck on Twitter and see cupkatesbakery.com for more information and to keep up with them.


Cupkates' salted caramel cupcake, via Flickr

Monday, July 25, 2011

Iron Cupcake SF July Challenge is TONIGHT!


Iron Cupcake SF July Challenge:
Monday, July 25, 2011 

Delicious cupcakes from your favorite libation. This ancient drink fermented and distilled for centuries. So many possibilities using beer, wine and cocktails. Infusions of fruit, spices and herbs. A malty brew, a tasty ale, a bubbly champagne or the bite of a faraway spirit. This month will certainly be incredible, delicious fun! 

Bakers may provide small drink samples to complement their cupcake.


Tasters MUST RSVP and purchase a ticket through this Meetup. A paid ticket is required for entry for all tasters. Bring your ticket or receipt with you, we are expecting a large turnout and just as a reminder there will be NO admittance without a receipt sorry if this causes an inconvenience.

There will be first, second, and third place prizes for Taste and Appearance, a separate prize for Most Creative cupcake, and a Bakers Choice Award.

**TASTE TESTING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 7PM**

CUPCAKE JUDGING/ATTENDEES:
Who: All friends, family and cupcake aficionados are welcome to attend, taste and judge each month's challenge.

Fee: $10 entry fee includes: cupcake tastings and a free house tea.

Time:
Bakers: Arrive for setup promptly at 6:00pm.
Tasters: Arrive at 7:00 PM **TASTE TESTING WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 7PM**

Location:
Leland Tea Company
1416 Bush St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 346-4832


Twitter: IronCupcakeSF