L.A. Cupcake Challenge (v. 2010)

Yesterday's event was such an amazing experience, yet again. After last year's success, it was hard to imagine a larger crowd, more bakeries, and SO many cupcakes! Following a long night of baking and many weeks of planning, it was certainly an accomplishment to see it all come together. A *big* personal thanks to my friend Shawna from Trio Events who planned this stunning space for us, and also to everyone who stopped by to complement our cupcakes - you make all of this hard work worth it!

The "Blue Cupcakeland" space

Sweet and Salty Vanilla, the entry in the traditional category

Pumpkin, the entry in the traditional category

Our little cakes created for the occasion

The wonderful challenge team! Gabriella, (me!) and Ernae

The room filled of cupcake enthusiasts

Two lovely Blue Cupcake fans who fell in love with the pumpkin cupcakes!

Eye candy...

(Edited February 24, 2010)

Winners have been announced!

Best Traditional
1st Place: Big Man Bakes “Red Velvet”
2nd Place: Blue Cupcake “Sweet and Salty Vanilla”
3rd Place: Southern Girl Desserts “Red Velvet”

Best Original
1st Place: My Delight Cupcakery “Breakfast Cake”
2nd Place: Jus Minis “Caramel Banana”
3rd Place: Two Parts Sugar “Chocolate Covered Strawberry”

Best Overall
1st Place: Jus Minis “Caramel Banana”
2nd Place: My Delight Cupcakery “Breakfast Cake”
3rd Place: Two Parts Sugar “Chocolate Covered Strawberry”