Happy New Year!

Photo courtesy of member Natalie Johnson, owner A World of Cakes.

The Leadership Team at NYC Cake Decorators Meetup would like to extend to our readers and fans our warmest wishes for a safe and Happy New Year!

Let it Snow!

Photo courtesy of member Chef Janet Ben Ami, owner Hey! Cookie.

The blizzard this past Sunday and Monday dumped almost two feet of snow in the New York City Area. Now that most of us New Yorkers have dug out and are about, I thought it would be sweet to showcase one of Chef Janet's amazing tiered cakes.

Chef Janet has Wowed members with her cake wizardry and her remarkable ability to teach others how to create their own great cakes.  Janet is scheduled to teach another series of classes in 2011.  For information contact Dina at nyccakedecorators@yahoo.com.  Hope to see you there!

2011 Garden State Cake Show & Competition!

2011 is going to start off with a bang with the 2011 Garden State Cake Show- New Jersey, February 4th and 5th!

Guest Presenters scheduled are Edna De La Cruz,  Toba Garret, Michelle Bommarito, Wayne Steinkopf, Charmaine Jones, Edna de La Cruz, Beth Lee Spinner, Kathy Farner. Learn or improve your gumpaste and fondant work and more! 

The Cake Show Theme is, "What I want to be when I Grow Up".  For additional information and to register, visit the 2011 Garden State Cake Show website. See you there!

Merry Christmas!

Photo courtesy of member Caridad.

The Leadership team at NYC Cake Decorators would like to extend to our readers, friends, and members our sincerest and warmest wishes for a very happy holiday!

2010 Best of the Best in NYC Cake Decorators Meetup!

This jaw-dropping cake was created by member Brian Smith. Yep, it's awesome! Brian is an active member of this Meetup and CakeCentral.

Thirsty anyone? This amazing cake was created by member Ines, owner Primo Cakes. Follow Ines on Facebook.

This yummy confection was made by Zakia, Assistant Organizer. Still can't believe it's not a doughnut! Follow Zakia on Twitter: @Avenuezdessert

Originally a computer programmer, graphic designer, Rosa eventually realized cake as her perfect medium. She loves WOWing people with her cakes, and this confection certainly "takes the cake!" Follow Rosa on Facebook.

Member Chef Janet Ben-Ami's cake is truly fabulous. Visit her website, Hello,Cookie! to check out more of her creative designs.

Kids' Cakes

Member Aldana is a passionate cake decorator with great attention to detail. She attributes a lot of her techniques to mastering Chef Toba Garrett's classes at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE).
Member Jade-eye's fanciful 3D Cakes. Follow Jade-eye on Facebook!

Baby Cakes

Member Caridad's first birthday cake is so sweet and special. It makes you want to smile.

Member Jade-eye works magic with 2D and 3D figures. Follow her on Facebook!

Member Empressive Cakes LLC of Brooklyn creates another spectacular first birthday cake.

This cute tiered cake was made by member Iva, owner Iva's Sweet Creations.

Elegant Cupcakes Ideas

Member Annette Villaverde, LadybugLuggage, works magic with cupcakes and her designs are showcased in 1,000 Ideas for Decorating cupcakes, cookies and cakes.
This book is a great reference for anyone who appreciates fresh ideas and techniques in cupcake, cookie, and cake decoration, and would make a great stocking stuffer!

December 2010 Cake of the Month

This photo courtesy of member Sabrina.

This breathtaking cake was designed by member
Sabrina.

Sabrina joined NYC Cake Decorators in 2009 and has wowed members since then with her stunning tiered cakes. This cake would be perfect at any holiday celebration.