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Fluffy Thoughts Cakes

Categories: Cakes January 19, 2012 / Danielle Freedman

Choosing a wedding cake and other fun treats is definitely one of the sweetest tasks a couple gets to check off their list while planning their wedding. Lara Stuckey of the fantastic McLean bakery, Fluffy Thoughts, is here today to share a little more about the sweet treats that any D.C. bride would die to have at her celebration! 

How did you get your start?

I was a psychologist and artist before getting into this field. I worked at CakeLove while doing my Masters at Marymount and fell in love with baking. I went to L’Academie de Cuisine and did their pastry program. As I worked during the day, I made cakes at night for friends and family.

A friend asked one day if I could make her wedding cake and I agreed, it was not the best cake, structure wise, but everyone loved the flavors and design. I worked out of my home for 6 years and then opened my shop in McLean about 2 years ago!

Photo Credits: Anna Muhhina Photography; Astrid Photography

 

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Bride Blogger Update: Cake!

Categories: Bride Bloggers, Cakes January 17, 2012 / Danielle Freedman

Until you start planning a wedding, you may not know how many cake designs and flavors there are out there — so many fabulous options that it can be hard to decide!  It sounds like Marybeth and James have made a fabulous decision on their wedding cake…

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Things are really moving along with our wedding planning and I cannot wait to head back to D.C. in March for more big meetings and decisions.  Over the holidays I headed to Fluffy Thoughts with my mom and wedding planner to tackle the cake.

There are so many decisions to be made for the cake including flavors, filling, buttercream, fondant and the design.  Luckily with the help of the team at Fluffy Thoughts I was able to determine the flavor and the look in under an hour – hooray!

James and I both wanted to keep the cake on the simple side and while searching on Pinterest and Lover.ly I found great inspiration.  Below are two of the photos I found, where the cake has actual ribbon wrapped around it to create a simple, elegant design.   The team at Fluffy Thoughts suggested a monogramed cake topper similar to the one below and I was sold.  The letter with the ribbon created just the look I wanted.

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Wedding Cake

Categories: Cakes December 3, 2010 / Danielle Freedman

I am super excited for this weekend!  December is keeping me busy – a welcome time of year to catch up with friends, family and colleagues!

Love this cake by Kendall’s Cakes for a wedding by A. Dominick Events! It is just so elegant!

I hope this carries you to a happy weekend! ox.

Photography Credit: Ralph Alswang Photography

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A Big Taste of the Bayou with Chef David Guas

Categories: Cakes, Favors August 12, 2010 / Emily Machernis

While Mardi Gras may not be for another seven months, southern cooking with Chef David Guas has never tasted so good. Putting his own style into original recipes, David’s cookbook DamGoodSweet, makes amazing southern recipes accessible to anyone! Not only is he a Beard-nominated cookbook author and expert chef consultant, but David also has a wealth of knowledge and advice for all brides regarding budget, DIY projects, and send-off gifts…

As your cookbook, DamGoodSweet, is inspired by all things from New Orleans, what are a handful of the most staple ingredients or flavors that really represent the region and culture?

There are just so many ingredients; it’s hard to list them all.  In no particular order, I would say rice, cane, bananas, coffee, Ponchatoula strawberries, citrus, and of course, alcohol.  From Bourbon to rum to different flavored liqueurs such as Pernod and Herbsaint, I love to use these rich flavors in a lot of my desserts and dishes.

How have you incorporated your personal culinary style into your recipes?

My a la carte background has allowed me to revisit classic desserts that I grew up around, and manipulate them to bring out more intensity, more flavor, and mainly, more balance.  I add a pinch more salt to this, and extract a bit more sugar from that, and I try to learn the science behind these dishes that have been made for centuries.

I love to take existing desserts and adjust them without losing what it is that makes them so special.  Also, one of the most common things I hear from folks when they try my desserts is they love how there’s a saltiness that really makes the dessert more enjoyable. I love how people always say, “It’s not overly sweet.”

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The Grand Opening of Fluffy Thoughts Cakes in McLean!!

Categories: Cakes, Planning & Ideas April 22, 2010 / Emily Machernis

Got a craving for something sweet?  Look no further! We hope you have already had the joy of savoring the delicious sweets and cakes by Fluffy Thoughts Cakes, and now owner Lara Stuckey has opened her first retail store in McLean! With to-die-for macaroons, truffles, brownies, blondies, and cupcakes, you cannot help but stop by the store every chance you get!

Not only does the new Fluffy Thoughts Cakes store offer an array of delectable delights, but it is also equipped with private tasting rooms for brides and grooms, as well as tastings for parties over 75 guests. Or, if you are looking for a great excuse to enjoy some Fluffy Thoughts creations, these rooms can be rented for birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers…or any reason to celebrate!

Photography Credit: Susan Hornyak Photography

In case you are not very familiar with Fluffy Thoughts Cakes, it is a top-notch novelty bakery. With a background in art and a long-time resident of McLean, owner Lara Stuckey has the ability and creativity to create customized wedding cakes that are both gorgeous and delicious. Made with both fresh and natural ingredients, cakes by Fluffy Thoughts have been featured by both Martha Stewart and the Washingtonian Bride & Groom magazine.

With cupcakes flavor including Sweet Cherry Cake (inspired by DC’s cherry blossoms), Chocolate Chili, and Mai Tai, there is sure to be something that will surprise and delight your taste buds. Read more on Fluffy Thoughts Cakes’ website, and make sure you stop by the new store at 1320 Old Chain Bridge Road in McLean… I know I cannot resist!

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