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In exactly 54 days BabyCakes Covers the Classics, my second cookbook, is on the shelves which means in 54 days you will be making donuts for breakfast, cheese straws at lunch, and forking in ice cream sandwiches after dinner! The book is available for pre-order now so order now if you can get it as fast as humanly possible. This book is surely going into reprint so grab the fist edition while you can!!

Picture this. It's 9:52pm and you're just getting all tucked in and cozy on your La-Z- Boy for the latest episode of Celebrity Rehab, Project Runway, or Top Chef...maybe it's Monday Night Football or what not. Your pajamas are on, hair's in a ponytail (or maybe a messy bun?) and clicker is ready to go. All of a sudden it hits you like the flu: the totally unexpected, uncrushable craving for a BabyCakes cookie sandwich, cupcake top, or cinnamon sugar donut. You're heart falls when you realize two things: 1) There is no way you are putting your snow boots on and catching the train to the Lower East Side 2) BabyCakes closes at 10 and you wouldn't make it anyway. There's nothing you can do and you are sad.

Until now.

Thanks to Clementine Courier you can get those cookie sandwiches at midnight if you so hanker it or even the odd donut order at 1am if it's in stock. No job is too big or little, and they'll always show up with a good attitude because they love what they do. New York Magazine even commended Clementine on their skills when the boys delivered an awkward and high maintenance order faster and cheaper than the other couriers put to the test.

Here's how it works. Call the bakery (212.677.5047) between the hours of 5pm-1am, find out what's in stock and we'll take it from there. The boys at Clementine deliver all over Manhattan and will cross the Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg bridges for an extra fee which is well worth it. Only one depressing thing: Clementine Couriers don't wear the cool pirate hats like the guy in the picture up there. Not yet, that is...

Not only is a Happy New Year in order but a Happy Birthday to our Downtown LA location as well! One year ago today we opened our doors on 6th and Main and I couldn't be more proud. It has been a very big year for us at the bakery so I want to take this opportunity to recognize the crew in LA that has grabbed the torch from our NY flagship and executed the BabyCakes experience so expertly, it is not an easy task! Also, a special thank you to all our devoted customers that have white-knuckled it through LA traffic to get your stash for the week, you are appreciated! So thank you, LA, for a glorious year! We are so thankful for all the support!

This morning I got a really exciting email from Ashley Koff, the nationally renowned registered dietician, to let me know that BabyCakes NYC made her list of approved products on her AKA list (Ashly Koff Approved). Ashley's philosophy on food, health and nutrition is realistic, attainable and effective. She, too, stresses that making healthful choices on a daily basis is the only way to maintain overall energy and health. Here's how she explains her list:

Whether it's a product, menu, recipe, or gadget, the AKA stamp confirms that it has been evaluated and approved by me, as a better quality and healthy choice. More specifically, it means that the product does not contain any nutrition "no, no's," (artificial stuff, too much of something, not enough of another...), its marketing message is truthful and it fits into a nutrition plan for optimal health. What it does not mean is that anyone paid me to evaluate or influence my decision, and it also does not mean that a product stays either approved or not approved forever - I am always re-evaluating products to follow updated marketing messages, ingredients, learning about sourcing methods, and focusing on truths in nutrition, not trends and fads.

So with the new year already breathing down our necks, I know how tempting it can be to fall into the New Year's resolution trap. It's that shame seed that most magazines plant in our brains that tell us to put down the brownies and start doing spin class and stuff like that. Please ignore it. Exercise because it lifts your spirit. Eat a carrot because it gives you energy. Without getting too far into this, I think we can agree that doing our best to eat real, natural food and stay away from genetically modified, preservative stuffed stuff is a good strategy for lifelong health, right? It's a "diet" that is true and effortless to stick with. Plus, we get to eat brownies on this plan which is essential.

For her whole list, click here. Happy eating!

Thanks to someone who posted this photo on the internet-- you can now see what our Downtown Disney location looks like. It's a bit of a detour from our knick knack filled NY and LA stores but we like the clean look! Most importantly, everything tastes perfect and is just as delicious as our other shops. We run specials every day so be sure to follow our Disney store on Twitter: DTDBabyCakesNYC so you can get the latest scoop and special deals! Our phone number is 407.938.9044 and we are taking orders. If you want to swing by, remember to find the building marked "Fresh A-Peel" and go on inside to find us. We don't have a sign just yet. Ok, then! See you soon...

Just a quick note to let you Floridians know that I'll be at our Downtown Disney location of BabyCakes signing copies of my cookbook, BabyCakes, this Friday from 1-2pm. We're giving away a little sweets pack for those of you who stop by. Now the hard part, how to find us. Our physical address is 1674 East Buena Vista Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 which is in Downtown Disney Marketplace. The closest walk to our store is from Parking Lot 2--you can find us in the building market Fresh A-Peel since we don't have any signage outside just yet. Still can't find us? Give us a call at 407.938.9044

See you there!

Some of you have been waiting for the new Holiday Menu so here it is. We've kept it simple by simply offering our best sellers from each category since all everyone wants for the holiday is a little comfort and joy, right? We're taking orders starting NOW so call for your pick up or delivery in Manhattan, Los Angeles or shipment within the US now! You're aware of how fast we book up by right (look how busy Cole and Lexy look!)? We also ship gift certificates which are a great last minute gift! Ok, back to work.


Apple Pie *contains spelt ... $45 [serves 8]

(dairy free, egg free, soy free, agave sweetened)

Plain Biscuits *contains spelt ..$2.75 
or with sweet vegan "cream" and preserves ...$4.25
(dairy free, egg free, soy free, agave sweetened)

Cake Balls: cinnamon sugar or chocolate glazed or mint chocolate $1.75 each/$18 doz (gluten free, egg free, dairy free, soy free)

Apple or Blueberry Cobbler ... $38 with vanilla glaze [serves 8]
(gluten free, dairy free, egg free, soy free)

Chocolate Crumb Cake ... $35 [serves 10]

(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Vanilla Cupcakes ... $3.50/$4.25

(spelt or gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Red Velvet Cupcakes...$3.95/$4.50 each
(spelt or gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave sweetened)

Chocolate Cupcakes ... $4.25
 each
(gluten-free; dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Pumpkin Cupcakes with cinnamon or vanilla frosting ... $4.50
 each
(gluten-free; dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Brownie Cupcakes with vanilla or mint frosting ... $4.50
 each
(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free)

Cornbread Loaf or Mini Corn Muffins $15 per dozen or $30 per loaf [serves 10]

(gluten-free; dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Pumpkin Bread ... $30 [serves 10]
Available with frosting on the side for additional $15.
(gluten-free; dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Regular Brownies ... $1.25/$11 doz

(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free)

Agave Sweetened Brownies ... $1.50/$16 doz

(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Ginger Cookies ... $1.50/$18 doz
(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free)

Chocolate Chip Cookies ... $1.50/$18 doz
(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free)

Banana Bread or Mini Muffins $15 per dozen or $30 per loaf [serves 10]

(gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, agave-sweetened)

Hey check it out! It's our new winter t-shirt made by the outrageously famous cartoon guy Gabby Shulz>! We considered doing an obnoxious Jingle Bear design but in the end, we want you to actually wear the thing so here it is. We're printing this week but you can pre-order for holidays by emailing info@babycakesnyc.com or just by calling our NY bakery (212.677.5047) or LA (213.623.5555). They are $25 each and we'll ship for free in the US. Get them before they sell out!