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Cakes: Choose your type

April 11th, 2016

Cakes make the ideal gift for any occasion. The best part about cakes is that when it comes to variety, there are no limits. Starting from the elegant sponge cake to the spirited fruit cake, there is a long list of cakes that one can bake, make or get from cake delivery services.

Every occasion has a special kind of cake assigned to it. A fruit cake does not go well at a wedding, whereas a sponge cake is not something that will make a good desert after a hearty Christmas dinner. It is always best to select your cake type depending upon the occasion and the menu that you are planning. Here’s a list of cakes and a little insight into their specificities, so that you can select which one goes best with the occasion you are planning to celebrate-

 

The Classic Ones

There are a few cakes which are an all time favourite. These classic cakes have an air of sophistication when it comes to its baking and presentation. Classic cakes always add an elegant touch to the table and are generally best had with a nice cup of tea. The chocolate cream roll, sponge fingers, Victoria sponge cake, simple sponge cakes- all fall under the category of classic cakes. Mostly classic cakes work well with a lot of cream and sometimes glazed fruits like strawberries. The Recess Sponge cake, which comes with a rich cream filling and glazed strawberries mark the perfect end to a delicious dinner. The Coffee and Walnut cake is also one of the most celebrated classic cakes. And of course if you want to keep it simple and classic, then your safest bet is the Swiss Roll.

The Ones for the Seasons

May it be Christmas, or Easter or Valentine’s Day, there is a different cake for every occasion. The fruit cake is best suited as a Christmas cake. The White Christmas cake too is a popular one. No Christmas dinner can ever be complete without a Yule Log. Coated with layers of chocolate, the Yule log is a particular favourite of the children. The Valentine cake which comes with fondant roses and white heart frosting is an ideal choice for a loved one. Or if you know that your partner loves chocolates, then go for the chocolate chip cake and get it delivered through the online cake delivery system. The Easter egg cake, as the name suggests goes well with the occasion. And whatever season it might be, if you really want to keep it simple go for the Madeira cakes!

The Ones for Indulgence

A little ostracized in the cake family, but nevertheless a great hit among all age groups are pastries and gateaux. These are creamy delights which have carved a special place for themselves in the hearts of many young and old. The chocolate rum cake is something that one should definitely try out. If you want to add a nice creamy touch at the end of dinner, then a black forest gateaux is the best bet.

So now armed with information about various types of cake, you can decide which one to go for in which occasion!

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Gifting ideas for not-so-perfect occasions!

April 11th, 2016

If you are of the opinion that gifts should only be made for particular events in someone’s life, then you couldn’t be more wrong. When it comes to friends and colleagues, it would perhaps be wiser to gift them on suitable occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries or at a success bash, but when it comes to your really close ones, such as a friend you’ve known all your life, you parents, your partner or your grandparents, then there is no right or wrong moment. Any gift you make because of the fondness you have for them in your heart will a sparkle to their eyes and smile.

 

But if you are wondering what such occasions may be, then here are some of them that could give you an idea of what’s being talked about here. Take note of them so that you don’t miss the next small but special occasion that may come your way!

  1. If you’ve got a friend who re-located from a country, state or city where the style of living was completely different, where they had different habits, cuisines and climate, then treat him or her to a small lunch at a restaurant where you know he can get his local food, just the way he used to have them.
  2. If you have a friend who keeps complaining about a huge amount of work and no time to have fun or exercise, and you know that she in fact loves outdoor activities like riding a bike or swimming, then hand her your bike keys for a couple of days and ask her to take the longer, scenic route to work. You’ll see how rejuvenated she would feel after that.
  3. Your boyfriend has been a little concerned about his belly fat and has been sweating it out a lot at the gym of late. He is happy with the progress he has made but he is not sure if it really looks good or not. Make it a point to gift him a t-shirt or pant that’s a size smaller than what he used to wear earlier and add a little note to remind him that you are going ga-ga about the way he looks now but you’d love him no matter how he looked!
  4. Some people love their families to bits. So, if you have one such friend’s birthday coming up, then chocolate hampers in UK along with a fancy family tree plaque or wall hanging would really mean a lot to him.
  5. Your grandfather has been complaining about how hard he found reading his new, costly but digital watch was, because of which he missed his bus and had to hail a cab. Rather than sitting and explaining to him how a fancy watch works, you could gift him an antique pocket watch with a large face and clearly visible dials.
  6. Got a friend, who loves everything, vintage and old fashioned whodunits? Then why don’t you buy her a vintage brass locket on a thin metal chain, the locket being a fine map of a mysterious place that she had read about recently?

Build firmer relations with your loved ones with small but meaningful gifts, if they are within your budget. You don’t always have to wait for a “right moment” to make someone happy.

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Astonishing World’s Most Expensive Desserts

April 2nd, 2016

Desserts are the most favorite course in any meal especially for those who have a sweet tooth. The expert confectioners around the world have come up with some of the most amazing flavors and types of desserts to bring out a unique flavor and give something exquisite which has never been tried before. Although cakes are one of the top desserts and most commonly used items especially when there is a celebration or any special gathering but people sometimes want to experience a new flavor to rejoice.

Whether the celebrations are grand or small, people usually share desserts, make cakes delivery or send any expensive gift to fascinate their loved ones. But when it comes to making exceptions in celebrations, our elitists do not leave any stone unturned to make their celebrations unique and remarkable. Hence, if you have the guts to spend thousands of bucks on some amusing desserts just to entice your loved one, then here are a few desserts we have listed for you.

STRAWBERRIES ARNAUD

These are not just strawberries but come with 4.7 carat pink diamond ring. The fancy contrast of luscious strawberries with this heavy diamond ring is a thrashing combination of fruits and jewels. It costs $1.4 million and available in New Orleans.

FORTRESS STILT FISHERMAN’S INDULGENCE

This dessert is an artfully carved dessert with gold Italian cassata leaf, flavorsome pomegranate and mango compote, and a seasoning of Dom Perignon Champagne. The addition of chocolate fisherman sculpture is a tempting sight and makes it more irresistible. It costs $14,500 and is available in Fortress Resort and Spa, Sri Lanka.

KRISPY KREME’S LUXE DOUGHNUT

This luxurious looking treat is a scrumptious combination of plebeian fried orbs Dom Perignon 2002 Champagne jelly, chocolate flower dusted with gold edible diamonds and 24 carat gold leaf served with a side cocktail. The price is $1682 and is found in United Kingdom.

PLATINUM WEDDING CAKE

If you are looking forward to a grand, lavish and royal wedding then you must consider having this sensational expensive wedding cake. Made in 2007, it was dedicated to famous Japanese women like models and actresses. It is ornamented with platinum necklaces, pendants, pins and is wrapped with edible platinum flakes. It costs $130,000 and can be found in Japan. Would you really travel to Japan for this luxury wedding cake?

GOLDEN OPULENCE SUNDAE

It is a Genuis World Record dessert called Serendipity. It is made up of Tahitian Vanilla ice cream covered with 23 carat gold leaf, dazzling  Amedei Porcelana chocolate with a topping of Venezuelan Chuao chocolate and gold-coated almonds. The exotic touch of candied fruit from Paris, sweet Grand Passion Caviar infused with passion fruit, orange and Armagnac makes it a totally alluring dessert to enjoy on your special occasion. It costs $1000 and found in Serendipity 3 New York.

The Absurdity Sundae

This bountiful ice cream sundae is not an ordinary one. The sundae itself does not contain any expensive and exclusive jewels to raise its price but it is the way it is served and the place where you can enjoy this delicious treat. It is served personally at the top of the Africa’s tallest peak by Three Twins Ice Cream’s founder. The price includes first class ticket to Tanzania, a five star hotel accommodation, climb with tour guide and a T-shirt as souvenir.

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Foods you should eat in your diet every day!

April 2nd, 2016

There are some foods we eat on a regular basis but not all of them are healthy. You might be avoiding some beneficial foods because you are so used to the type of food you eat every day. If you want to stay fit and healthy internally plus externally, you need to have all these foods in your entire day. Read our list to find out…

  1. Fruits – You don’t need to eat every fruit but include apples, strawberries and kiwis in your morning breakfast. Add fresh orange juice to the mix and you will have the healthiest breakfast ever! You might not realise this but these four fruits can do a lot of wonders for your body.
  2. Dry fruits – Have walnuts and almonds without fail on a regular basis. This diet works for children and adults too. You cannot miss out on having these two important dry fruits. You can even order chocolate by post and coat the dry fruits if your kids don’t like eating them just like. The chocolate can help them to get used to this taste and chocolate has its own benefits too.
  3. Yogurt/curd – Whether you have flavoured yogurt or plain curd at home, it is extremely important to include it in your diet. Curd is known to have bacteria that helps the internal system and removes all the harmful ones. If you are lactose intolerant, you can have buttermilk with more water and less curd.
  4. Spinach and carrots – Leave aside every other green vegetable and focus on including spinach in your diet. Don’t forget carrots too! These two vegetables are extremely beneficial and known to fix several health problems. You can have a salad with these or cook it with rice or just have it like that only. Don’t forget to include them.
  5. Dark Chocolates – Yes, you are reading right. Dark chocolates are helpful for the heart and they keep you away from several heart problems. A piece of dark chocolate a day can keep make your heart healthy. If you send chocolate gifts by post, don’t forget to send dark chocolates instead of milk chocolates. This is great for kids too. You can even shed some weight if you include dark chocolates in your diet. If you dislike having a certain healthy juice, you can always add some chocolate sauce to enhance the taste and increase the health value of the drink.
  6. Whole grains – Whole grains are great for your health, hair and skin. They help in flushing out all the toxins from the body, which purifies the blood. Do we need to say more?
  7. Green tea – If you love drinking tea in the morning or evening, switch to green tea. Avoid sugar and go for honey instead. You will see the changes in your health, skin, hair and body after few weeks. If you are on a weight loss regime, this will help you.

These 7 foods work wonders for your health and you shouldn’t skip them at all!

 

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