One Sweet Slice

Normally I can come up with something cute and fun for the title, but this business' name surely describes itself!

As I usually do, I was just wandering around and drove past One Sweet Slice in South Jordan. I had to do a U-turn because I didn't want to miss this opportunity to visit a new business! Each cupcake location I have written about has a certain environment when you walk in the door. As soon as I stepped foot in the door, I didn't want to leave. You are greeted by tables and chairs and some dummy cakes. To the right is the adoreable cupcake display case.

It is hard to find a business that is as simple as cupcakes that is  warm and welcoming. Usually there are a couple tables and the counter and that is about it. Not One Sweet Slice.
 It is spacious! Lovely! Fun! The creator of this business has made something more of just cakes and cupcakes. She has made it a community event. Offering amazing parties, super fun cakes, and delicious cupcakes and cake bites.

I had to try a cupcake I have never seen in a store before, it was Mexican Hot chocolate. I think one of my most favorite parts of it was the packaging. An adoreable box that slides open. Genious! The cupcake was not dry, the flavors weren't overwhelming, and I definitely wished I had bought more than just one. However, I did try the cake bites. I am very particular about those little tasty morsels. These were not overly dense. I liked that they didn't stick to my teeth as previous ones have. You could actually taste the flavor in each one, and they didn't break the bank but were just enough to satiate. 

 

This is Ti. He is super awesome and if he is working in the store he will help you pick out an amazing cupcake and one of his handmade cake pops!!

If you're looking for just a tasty treat or need a moment to sit down and relax after lunch at Downtown Philly just around the corner, I highly recommend One Sweet Slice.

http://www.onesweetslice.com/

Hankering with a Sweet Tooth

Cute, Girly, and Sweet.

When I walked into the location of the Sweet Tooth Fairy in Provo (East Bay), those were the thoughts that crossed my mind. I had passed the Draper location several times, but I never had an opportunity to stop in. I enjoyed the simplicity of the shop set up, and from what the girl was saying they were in the middle of a remodel as well. I love shops like this because they aren't overwhelming. The layout is simple. The cases are in front of you and everything is lined neatly with a menu that isn't confusing to read. I want to also send a shout out to the amazing girl that helped  me. I soon learned she had a love for food just like I did. I would definitely go back to this location just to have another conversation with her, however I feel bad I didn't catch her name.

I've written before that I think cupcakes are a fad. I still believe that. However, they are a simple fad that I have recently learned in my own kitchen, is COMPLETELY as creative as you want to make them! Not to mention cupcakes are easy to eat and you don't have to leave any evidence!!


At Sweet Tooth Fairy you have your option of cupcakes, cake bites, cookies, and brownies/bars. I needed to get a good opinion going, so I bought a cupcake, three cake bites, and a bar. I am very particular about cupcakes. Dry is bad. Yes, unforutnately it happens, but thank heavens this was not one of those experiences. I chose a raspberry lemonade cupcake. These flavors were amazing! I was more impressed there were fresh raspberries in the actual cupcake. Divine, especially since I love raspberry seeds. The frosting wasn't overly sweet, and the lemon flavor was just right. There were a lot of cupcakes to chose from. This place has a special vanilla cupcake that I will look forward to trying and I usually go for red velvet anywhere I go, but that will have to be for my next trip! Right now, my mouth is watering for another raspberry lemonade ...

The bar I bought caught my interest because it was a combination of butterscotch and marshmallow. Who doesn't love that? (please don't raise your hands) I loved the idea of this, but I guess I expected it to be a little more moist with a little more of each of the flavors. Although, I know sometimes getting marshmallows to keep their flavor and consistency in baking can be difficult. I would probably try it again.


Then there were the cake bites... Again, another trend/fad. Cake bites and cake pops are easy to eat and don't make you feel like you've just consumed a whole slice of cake. They are pretty easy to make as well. These were about the size of a half dollar. And they cost a dollar a piece. *gasp* Oh, the price you pay for fun food!! I decided to try a variety. I got a red velvet one, a fairyfetti, and a double fudge. I am not a chocolate person and I think the double fudge was the best one of all. The white chocolate they are dipped in over powers the cake flavor I think, and the cake is very dense and really moist. They are super cute, and one of the best selling items at Sweet Tooth Fairy. Definitely worth trying, but I think I will stick to the cupcakes.

 Every business has a story and Sweet Tooth Fairy is no different. It is one of "bringing smiles to people with a cookie." Megan Faulkner Brown is the creator of this cute shop. Not only was she able to create a fun product but she knew how to market it. To me, that is one of my most favorite parts of local businesses and I love learning about people like Megan. Her product has been on Rachel Ray, Martha Stewart, and QVC. Too much fun being able to sell yourself and what you love!!!

Check it out if you need a snack on the way to the theatre, or outdoor/indoor movie, or just need something to calm that sweet tooth!!!

 

UPDATE TO SWEET TOOTH FAIRY: THEY ARE CHAMPIONS ON FOOD NETWORKS "CUPCAKE WARS" CONGRATS GIRLS!

http://thesweettoothfairy.com/Default.aspx

Doughnut-cha want some of these???

One can only drive by a tasty looking place with curiosity for so long. This one, I would say about 2 years. What took me so long you ask? Children cover your eyes... I don't really like doughnuts. It's not personal. A few years ago I cut out fried food, and that was one of the things that went. Every once in a while I have a craving, so I go for it. This was definitely worth that craving!



Located on 12300 South just west of I-15 is a wonderfully cute little shop called Beyond Glaze. They recently opened in Salt Lake as well, but since I was on my way to work I decided to stop at the one in Draper. I believe it was the first shop in that plaza, but is now surrounded by a sub shop, a Chinese restaurant, and a salon of sorts. Perfect right? Lunch, spa, dinner, and dessert!! or better yet, breakfast, lunch, spa, and dinner all in one spot!

Walking inside all I could think was "oh this is so cute!" There is a lovely little awning that covers the kitchen door behind the display case. Then your eyes are completely overwhelmed with the beautiful doughnuts and pastries. I really wanted to buy one of each just to have a taste. At 1.85$ a piece I decided it was best if I just picked the ones I really wanted to try first, then I could come back another craving. How does a food writer even begin to explain the vibrant frosting colors used to design the tops of these doughnuts? Or the delicate touches used to create the flavors that are listed on the name tags? These are not your mothers doughnuts!! No surprise I had to try a s'mores! These are all basic glazed doughnuts by the way. This one was topped with chocolate drizzles, carefully placed graham crackers, and of course marshmallow fluff! This tasted more simple than it looked, which was perfect because my teeth should have already been hurting just looking at them right? Then I gravitated towards the red velvet. Honestly, I was a little underwhelmed by this one, it really just tasted like a basic cake doughnut. However, the frosting on top was very cute. And for the grand doughnut of all grand doughnuts... wait for it... topped with chocolate drizzle and sugared bacon!!! Yes folks, I said it, bacon. I could definitely eat another one of these. Maybe even two. I have no idea how they made the bacon the way they did, but it was cooked perfect and the sweet with the salty is one of my all time favorites. There was at best 20 flavors to chose from. From savory to fruity.

Cake decorators were the ones that came up with this idea. Who wouldn't want to have beautiful doughnuts for their business meeting, wedding luncheon, or even at their wedding?? How fun!! Now remember, stop for breakfast(the first doughnut), then the salon, then lunch, and maybe even back for another doughnut!

 http://www.beyondglaze.com/

Feeling like Something on the Healthier side??

First of all, back to the whole concept of my blog.. You must be original to Utah... There are only 5 of these and fortunately for all of us they are here in Utah.



I had never heard of it until I transfered to my current location in Draper. I was enthralled when I went inside. Tons of options and mostly healthy (unless you eat the Wisconsin Cauliflower too often). I prefer the combo because you get tons of food and its worth every penny. You can choose soup and sandwich or soup and salad. You can make your own salad and add toppings to your soups. My personal faves are the Chicken Enchilada Chili and the Thai Chicken Salad... Then theres the Wild Mushroom Bisque, and the turkey cranberry sandwich, and ooooooh lest I forget the awesome Hawaiian BBQ chicken Sandwich!!! Yum!! I am hungry just thinkin about it. For some the best part may be the tasty slice of bread you get with your meal and the chocolate dipped strawberry. For me I LOVE they have diet coke lime on tap! (yea its the simple things really) If you are in the mood for dessert they also offer cheesecake, brownies, and fondue!




I have only been to the new American Fork location which is stunning. It makes you feel like you are in your own kitchen, and then of course the Draper location. You can also find them in South Jordan off 106th south, Provo, and Cottonwood.



http://www.zupas.com/index.php

a little twist of heaven...

UPDATE: FROGURT IS NOW USWIRL. STILL GREAT YOGURT!!

If you are looking for something a little bit healthier than the Cold Stone Creamery down the street from you, well look no further. I have found a little gem of a place in Draper. Frogurt is located on 123rd south just behind the new Apollo Burgers. This concept may not be new to those of you who have seen something similar in California, but I am telling you this one beats any you will have in good ol Cali!!

When you walk in there are two cups: small and large. The small looks like it should be large though. There are too many "best parts" about this place to pinpoint one, so lets start from the beginning. First of all its all frozen yogurt. Yum #1. There are about 12 flavors (could be more) and they change them around. Yum#2. After picking and tasting all the flavors you want in your cup then comes the toppings!!! We are talking everything from ... are you ready.... fruity pebbles, cap'n crunch, teeny pieces of the best cookie dough, cheesecake pieces, chocolate sprinkles, sour patch kids, nerds, cookies, candy bar pieces, fresh fruit, and for those of you that know what it is, and to my surprise they have mochi! Yum#3 Then the cherry on top of it all is that you are paying by the ounce!!! It's .35 cents.

The owner is super nice and that for me makes a restaurants atmosphere so important!! If you are in the neighborhood, make it there, don't walk... run!!! (and I promise you will look back again and again!)