It saddens me that I have to write this review because I have received 3 wonderful cakes from…read moreDayanna. Also, she was so accommodating by making this cake on a Thursday when her availability is strictly weekends. However, if I knew that asking for an accommodation would mean my needs wouldn't have been met I would have looked elsewhere. I ordered a 7 inch buttercream cake but instead received fondant which went uneaten. I went back to review the invoice she sent and I realized there was a portion that said fondant but it also said buttercream so I just ignored it because I had no problems with the previous cakes I had received. This cake was for my friends son so I was so sad when they complained about the toughness of the fondant. I should have contacted her prior to make sure it would be buttercream but I believe she also could have let me know she would have been diverging from what I requested. Especially because $220 isnt cheap :(. The inside of the cake was great!

I was really looking forward to the custom cake I ordered, especially since I provided a reference…read morephoto for size comparison. Unfortunately, the cake I received was much smaller than expected. The sizing descriptions on the order form didn't reflect what was delivered, and it didn't match the scale shown in the reference image I shared, nor did she let me know that it wouldn't look the same. The cake itself lacked many details of the reference cake and it was also delivered late, making me believe that she spent extra time on final touches. To my surprise, the cake was very far off from what I had asked for. I tried reaching out to provide feedback but I didn't receive a response.

Update Review: First things first, I'd like to clarify that…read morethe cake and filling was indeed what I ordered. Secondly, I have to give credit where it's due- Sweets By Design totally came through when it came to taste and wow factor (minus the drip design)!! Cake was fantastic [MOIST & DELICIOUS] and I was surprised by my in-laws approval as well. No joke, they are harsh critics when it comes to desserts and to see them enjoy every bite was definitely a SLAM DUNK. I legit couldn't cut the cake fast enough!! On a side note, thank you Nicole for immediately reaching out to me regarding my disappointment. She handled the situation in a prompt and professional manner. I appreciated her genuineness and heartfelt concern about my issues. 3 stars overall but one additional star for Nicole's customer service. She truly cares about her clients. Business is booming for SBD for obvious reasons and my only warning would be the glitch in communication. Be aware that you may need to reach out and send a few reminder pokes. ---------------------------------------------------- I really wanted to like this small business, I really had high hopes. Unfortunately Sweets By Design is an absolute bust!! After a not so good first impression with SBD during my baby shower planning, I still wanted to give Nicole and her business a try. Since we were never really able to celebrate the birth of my daughter the way we wanted, my husband and I wanted to make her 6 month [[half]] bday a little bit sweeter. I decided to reach out and see if Nicole could help me with our cake. To start off, the issues with communication was just as bad as the 1st time around. I reached out to the business via Instagram on 9/26 and got a response back quickly. I informed the cake's pick up date and sent over 3 designs that I was potentially looking at. I ended up settling with the pastel, drip, macaron, & sprinkles design [see attached photo]. A quote was promised the following day [9/27] and NOTHING WAS RECEIVED. Nicole did reach out 2 days later with the pricing and I was ready to place my order and get the ball rolling. NO RESPONSE. I dm again asking for a cake flavor listing so I can finalize the order and process whatever cost that is needed. AGAIN, CRICKETS! I am forced to reach out yet again on 9/30 asking if she was going to be able to make the cake adding that important details and payment had not yet been able to be finalized. At that point I finally get a response. The entire process of working with this baker is just more stressful than it should. An email was sent to confirm cake info and the filling listed was incorrect. Then 2 days prior to pick up, I have to message Nicole again about an address as to where I need to pick up my order. She then sends another revised email. Cake- My husband was left with the job of picking up the cake since I have an infant to attend to. He comes home with a cake that is nice BUT NOT WHAT I ORDERED. The drip design was nowhere to be found. At this point, I question whether or not the cake & the filling is even correct. I am super let down by what was delivered, even after all the detailed discussion with Nicole. I have dm'd her through IG & sent her texts regarding my disappointment so we'll see how that goes. I'll update my review if/when I hear back from someone regarding this matter.

My friend ordered me a cake from here for my virtual baby shower and my husband picked it up as a…read moresurprise so I don't have much information in terms of communication and ordering or the process of picking up the cake but can attest to the design and flavor! My virtual baby shower was boba themed so my friend sent a picture of one of the graphics my sister made for me for the baby shower as inspiration for the boba cake. The cake (picture attached) looked just like the graphic and was perfect! I liked that she used an actual boba straw for the top and that it was very detailed and cute. Everyone who was able to see it online thought it was a perfect boba cake. For flavorings, my friend and husband chose the lemon with raspberry (I think) filling. It was one of the hottest days in the Silicon Valley (over 100 degrees) but the cake kept fine in the car and sitting out. The cake itself was moist, not too sweet and had the right amount of lemon flavoring. The raspberry part was also very good. Overall, no complaints about the texture or flavor of the cake. I'm not the hugest fan of fondant so I'm not the best judge but the overall icing was fine as well. Overall, very impressed with the style, design and execution of the cake. The flavor was also good!

My wife mentioned this place since she sees it on her IG account so we decided to try it this…read moreFriday!! It is located next to the grocery store Nobhill and there are quick 20min parking in front of the store. We were greeted right when we entered the door and looked at the delicious treats to eat. There is the main seating area and another area in the back to sit down along with sitting outside. It felt upscale and nice. The sign in front of the store had some drink specials and I got a strawberry/matcha drink I think it was called Rose. I asked what was good here and the cashier said the mini almond pastries and other treats in the front. The mini almond pastry was really good and also got a crème brûlée which was really good as well. I would come back again and try their hot teas next time. Delicious treats. Good upscale vice a nice place to catch up with friends!!!

I accidentally spotted this place after visiting a friend in Saratoga and decided to check it out…read more I'm glad I did! The elegant aesthetics and relaxing ambiance equals their vast array of luxuriously exquisite looking and divinely tasting desserts and pastries. Staff were patient and helpful. I bought a variety to take out and all of them tasted exceptional and worth their price.

This was the first time I've ordered a custom cake from anywhere. After scouring Yelp and…read moreInstagram, I was attracted to the beautiful cakes on Emma Cakery's profile. The communication was quick and very professional. She gave me several options to choose from (budget-wise) and took all of my inspiration pictures to heart. The cake was ready exactly on time and way cuter than I had hoped for! Not only was it super adorable, it was delicious. I am not a huge fan of red velvet usually (too sweet), but my husband really loves it so that's the flavor we picked. When we cut into the cake, everyone wanted a second piece. It wasn't overly sweet and paired perfectly with the cream cheese inside. I wish that I was able to get a 2nd piece, my husband didn't even get a piece since everyone ate theirs so quickly! We can't wait to order another cake or dessert from Emma Cakery! It was also the perfect addition to our Under the Sea theme. I couldn't imagine anything more perfect.

Holy sh** was this cake good! No hyperbole I have never had…read moreso many people comment at an event about a cake. The tiramisu cake was easily one of the best cakes I've ever had! definitely a repeat customer, it's a no brainer!

Maha is incredibly talented. We have worked with her several times now and each time she delivers!…read moreNot only are her confections absolutely beautiful, but they taste amazing.

Cutest cake ever!! I totally recommend it she was very nice…read moreand include the happy anniversary for me ,the cake was so so cute and it tasted so good, we love it it was the perfect gift for our anniversary

As Persians, we are practically born with a PhD in finding something to complain about: the tea…read moreisn't hot enough, the rice isn't crispy enough, or the fruit isn't sweet enough. So when I say Cest Si Bon is flawless, you know it's serious. This has become our mandatory stop for every celebration, especially Nowruz. My mom literally hides the sweets so no one else will eat them. It's started a war in the family. Actually don't come here if you want peace. But do come here if you want the best - their Persian sweets are easily the most beautiful and delicious I've ever seen, but their real talent is dealing with me. I am notoriously indecisive and change my mind constantly, yet they remain incredibly accommodating. If they were ever annoyed with my million questions, they deserve an award for not showing it. They handle every order with a level of meticulous care that is unheard of. From small sweets to large cakes, they make sure they truly understand your vision and work with you until the moment you pick up that cake and shove it in your mouth. Haven't talked to my mom since she hid the nokhodchi from me. Worth it.

The cake was beautiful and delicious! They did a great job putting my idea together. I would order…read moreagain, I fact I'm ordering my birthday cake for next month!

IMHO Went to redeem…read moremy free birthday cake slice today! Left with a huge chocolate cake slice and 2 Large chocolate chip cookies. The cake slice couldn't have been more moist and delicious! Customer service, as always was excellent and efficient! Thank you, Damian!!!

My first time here, but my sister absolutely loves this place and brought me for my birthday. I was…read moreso excited to finally try it for myself as a true dessert connoisseur... but oh my, I left so disappointed. The customer service completely took away from the experience, and unfortunately, it's enough for me not to come back. For the amount of money customers spend, people deserve to feel welcomed, valued, and treated with kindness. I wanted to love this place. Update: After opening my boxes, disappointed to say the employees were in such a hurry to get us out the store that they gave us the wrong cupcake.

If you are looking for a custom cake, look no further than Cake Expressions. Not only is the team…read moresuper accommodating and friendly, but they are also insanely talented and went above and beyond what I asked for. The cake was aesthetically pleasing and so delicious! I was so sad when the last bite was gone. I provided them with some inspo pics and described my vision. They followed it exactly while also considering things that I didn't even think to ask about! I would not hesitate to order from them in the future, and highly recommend them for all your cake needs.

We'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a special cake! Cero and his team brought…read moreour vision to life. We came in with only a vague idea of what we wanted. With Cero's help and many years of experience, we were able to come up with a design we loved. The cake tasted and looked great. They offer free cake tasting - they have so many flavors of sponge, fillings, and cream/frosting. So don't hesitate to stop by. They also offer delivery (within a certain distance) for $50. Someone came to assemble the cake at our venue at the scheduled time. It was so relieving to have this!

I've had Jen's Cakes bookmarked since my wedding in 2019. When it came time to plan my son's first…read morebirthday party, I knew I wanted to reach out to Jen's Cakes and nobody else. I ordered a two-tiered racing themed cake, smash cake, cupcakes, and cookies. About 2 weeks before the party, I went in and met with Shavon to brainstorm the design of the cakes/cookies. I also had very specific dietary restrictions for the cake/cupcakes (no sugar, no salt). Shavon was able to accommodate all my requests. I was honestly shocked when I saw the cakes. Her cakes are stunning. (And they also taste good!) The best part of my order were the cookies. I ordered a total of 4 dozen cookies (various shapes/designs). They were delicious (not the least bit dry!) AND all so beautifully decorated. I've attached a photo of the cookies and you can also see part of the cake in the background. If you want a beautiful custom cake and/or custom sugar cookies, don't bother searching anywhere else. Shavon and her team are truly talented and also the nicest people!

Now, Custom Cakes by Shavon, made an engagement ring pull apart cupcake/cake that was not only…read morebeautiful but delicious! This was my first experience but won't be my last!!! Can't wait to try her other flavors. We had chocolate and vanilla cupcakes with chocolate fudge and buttercream fillings -- THE BOMB!

Hacía mucho tiempo que no disfrutaba de un pastel tan delicioso. Además de ser un trabajo muy bien…read morelogrado, las impresiones y el color no dejan nada que desear; la decoración en sí es excepcional. El pan y su sabor son de otro nivel: demasiado suave y fresco, ideal para los amantes del pan de banana. Y del relleno ni hablamos; la crema de vainilla es tan suave y deliciosa, sin ser demasiado dulce. Uno puede comer una buena porción sin sentirse empalagado, y el hecho de que tenga trozos de fruta fresca solo eleva aún más el sabor. Sin duda, se ha convertido en mi nuevo postre favorito. Mis más sinceros agradecimientos y felicitaciones para las personas que trabajaron detrás de la orden; sin duda, la mejor pastelería. 1000/10.

I have used Sweet Passion's Bakery in the past for my wedding cake, and it was so delicious that I…read moreknew I had to use them again-this time for my baby shower this past weekend. Once again, they absolutely exceeded my expectations. From the moment I placed the order, the staff truly stepped it up and were nothing but professional, kind, and attentive. The cake itself was beyond anything I imagined-beautiful, moist, flavorful, and absolutely unforgettable. Every single detail lived up to how amazing this bakery is known to be. I ordered the red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting, and it was perfection. So rich, so tasteful, and not overly sweet-just perfectly balanced. Everyone at the baby shower could not stop complimenting the cake and asking where it was from. Sweet Passion's Bakery never disappoints. They consistently deliver excellence, and you can truly taste the love and care put into their cakes. I will absolutely continue using them for all my special occasions and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an incredible cake.