Monthly Archives: September 2012

World’s biggest Coffee Morning

This morning, I sent hubby off to work with a batch of cakes…Nothing unusual about that.  However, 28 September 2012 is the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, organised by Macmillan Cancer Support.  His team at the office are taking part.  It’s … Continue reading

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Cake or cupcake? The perfectionist

“It all depends on where I’m eating it.  If in public, I go for a slice of cake, as I can’t quite get the perfect bite of cupcake and icing, without looking ridiculous.” – Mandy Varley

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Fat girls and fairy cakes

Although the title sounds like it should be my autobiography, it’s actually a delicious tale of love, loss, friendship and cakes by Sue Watson. I could totally relate to the story of Stella Weston, who battles to balance her career … Continue reading

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Cake or Cupcake? The Drummer

“I’m quite partial to the occasional cupcake, but for me I’ll always prefer a good slice of cake. Carrot cake in particular will usually find its way into my stomach, if it stares at me for too long.” – Marc … Continue reading

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Cake UK

I wonder why I like this new advert for Age UK? Cake anyone?

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Breaking news: A sad day for the cake and bake world

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Cake or cupcake? The cartoonist

“I like cupcakes, but I have a problem with the decorations.  I like simplicity and a tiny cupcake with pink frosting and sprinkles simply isn’t my thing. A simple slice of cake (preferably chocolate) – now that’s another matter entirely.” … Continue reading

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A great reason to eat cake

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Cake or Cupcake? Candy Rose

All I did was ask the simple question.  You’ll be surprised at some of the answers…. “I prefer a slice of cake as I’m one of these rare people that doesn’t like cupcakes.  They look great, but I don’t really … Continue reading

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