September 8, 2009

Something Sweet Washington, D.C.

Milkshakes, heaping slices of layer cakes, tarts, and custom orders make this bakery Something Sweet indeed.

  Cleveland Park, Food & Drink

December 24, 2008

Red Velvet Cupcakery Washington, D.C.

Stick with the namesake’s light-as-air cream-cheese frosting or warm up with the Summertime, a tangy lemon/coconut treat. Cups of thick chocolat chaud inch toward ridiculous decadence.

  Penn Quarter, Food & Drink, Birthday Parties

October 23, 2008

ACKC Cocoa Bar Washington, D.C.

If Willy Wonka created a coffee shop. Sip chocolate of hot or cold varieties and eat pastries, cupcakes, or other sugary confections.

  Fairmount, Food & Drink, Good for Kids, Wi-Fi

September 5, 2008

Lavender Moon Cupcakery Washington, D.C.

Set in a converted row house, the colorful bakery uses organic products, herbs from the garden, and minimal sugar for flavors like minty chocolate and vanilla with lemon curd.

  Old Town, Food & Drink, Good for Kids

August 25, 2008

Hello Cupcake Washington, D.C.

Whimsical rotating (and often seasonal) flavors of fresh cupcakes with daily gluten-free and vegan options.

  Downtown, Food & Drink