There was a birthday in the office today, which means cupcake heaven (or hell, if like me, they taunt you to eat them a quarter at a time - like you’re not going to go back for the rest - until they’re gone). We get ours from Big Fat Cupcake, conveniently located across the street from our office. The little demon cakes are delicious, but when they make their near monthly appearance on my desk (it has been birthday central around here), I. Can't. Stop. Eating. Them.
Cupcakes are a hot commodity in Denver these days, with shops and stands and even trucks (I’ll give you my thoughts on the food truck revolution sweeping the streets soon) popping up everywhere. Here’s a list of some of the latest and greatest in The Mile High:
129 Adams Street
This yummy spot opened in late 2008, and serves up more than 20 varieties. My favorites include “Monkey Love,” “Tiffany” (complete with Tiffany Blue frosting and edible sugar pearls - decent alternative to the real thing), and “Hostess,” pictured below. Around $4 each.
This yummy spot opened in late 2008, and serves up more than 20 varieties. My favorites include “Monkey Love,” “Tiffany” (complete with Tiffany Blue frosting and edible sugar pearls - decent alternative to the real thing), and “Hostess,” pictured below. Around $4 each.
Bonus: Big Fat Cupcake and Denver Magazine are hosting a "Girls of Big Fat Cupcake" calendar launch party October 21 at Second Home at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35, and proceeds go to help the Big Fat Cupcake Foundation support cancer patients at risk of losing their homes during treatment.
550 Grant Street, Unit 3
One of the newest spots around town, Gigi’s is located next to another guilty pleasure of mine, Yogurtland. This nationally-franchised shop uses loads of all-natural ingredients, supports local farmers and companies, and has a daily changing menu that includes creative options like “Candied Sweet Potato,” “Champagne” (Liquor and sweets? Yes, please.), and a seasonally-appropriate “Pumpkin Cream.” $3 each.
3103 East Colfax Avenue
In addition to acting as a cereal bar, this shop serves up nearly 40 varieties of cupcakes, including gluten-free and vegan varieties. Selections include “Girl Scout Samoa” and “Nutella.” Prices range from $1.50-$4.
3434 West 32nd Avenue
Recent winner of “Best Cupcake” from Denver 7’s A-List, this Highlands hot spot serves everyday favorites, as well as daily-changing sections, along with a vegan option Wednesday and Friday, and a gluten-free option Monday, Thursday and Saturday. On Tuesdays, you’ll just have to eat unhealthily like the rest of us. Sections include “Coffee N’ Donuts” and “Pear Gorgonzola.” (Cheese and sweets? Double yes, please.) Prices range from $1.65-$5.
450 East 17th Avenue #106
This brightly-colored shop in Uptown (plus a kiosk in Park Meadows mall) features rotating flavors including “Root Beer Float,” “Mimosa Cream,” and my personal flavor-ite, “Joanie Loves Chai Chai.” $3 each.
Anywhere and Everywhere
Oh yes, I speak the truth. There is a truck that will actually bring cupcakes to you. The boyfriend recently got a visit at his office in the Denver Tech Center, and compared the subsequent office excitement to “the second coming of Jesus, minus the seven days of food and games.” Park Hill's Cake Crumbs Bakery is behind the truck, which has its own blog and a Facebook page you can follow to stalk its next location. Cleverly-named cakes including “Mile-Hi Mocha” and “Denver Snowball” will cost you $2.75.
BONUS: Because I can't resist, and because I just made you all privy to the boyfriend's hatred of all things panda yesterday, feast your eyes on the little critters a friend got from Tony's Market for his birthday celebration last week:
Priceless and delicious.
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