Make My Cake: 121 Saint Nicholas Avenue New York, NY
Flavors: Strawberry, Strawberry Coconut and Red Velvet Walnut
Cost $2.50-$4.00
Score: 5
The Bounty: Large Strawberry Coconut & Red Velvet with walnuts |
I remember the first time I visited Make My Cake...it was heavenly. The perfectly pink shop located on 116th and Adam Clay Powell Blvd is about a 2-3 block walk from the 2 or 3 trains (although taking the 4 would be better). Walking into the shop you immediately feel at home. Their vast selection drew me in with their signature red velvet and strawberry cupcakes that are drool-worthy.
My favorites: strawberry cupcakes |
They serve pies, cobbler, cookies, donuts, danish, muffins, etc. |
I love their packaging...a happy baker |
The awning of Make My Cake in Harlem |
Before I could devour my goodies, I was knee-deep in cupcakes from my New York trip so I had to put these babies in the refrigerator for another day :-(. I was pleased to find that my strawberry coconut was as rich, smooth, and creamy as it was the day that I bought it. Fresh strawberries were bursting from the batter and the frosting wasn't too sweet but just right.
Make My Cake's German Chocolate cake went up against Bobby Flay on 'Throwdown' |
Make My Cake is also a 30 seat bakery and cafe internet lounge |
Make My Cake in Harlem was by far my favorite experience while in New York (out of 5 shops visited with Dylan's Candy Bar running a close second). I see why New York's elite (Jay-Z, Beyonce, and others) flock to the Harlem-based hideaway.
2 comments:
Thank you so much for stopping by and showing us such love! We're so glad you enjoyed our cupcakes and can't wait to see you again! xoxo Stay SWEET!
www.MakeMyCake.com
Aliyyah,
I love your shop! So happy about the success of the stores and anticipate bigger and better. Your business model is one to be copied. Good job! Send strawberry cupcakes...LOL! :-)
My Best,
Steph, The Cupcake Critic
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