Firstly, I met MackBox cakes at the 3rd Thursdays in Treat in August & it was hard to ignore. He…read morewas calm, collected & kind. His setup was quaint and clean. Very patient with me because I wanted to know all about the ingredients due to my nut allergy. His service is excellent as he told me everything I needed to know. I chose the Ube cake with white chocolate. When I brought it home to my Filipina mom, she was amazed!!! It's honestly the best I've cake we've ever had! Not dry nor did Mack cut corners! I'm shocked he's not at more venues! All the farmers & nite markets have to get him! Mack, please get yourself on Goldbelly.com right now! Many people need to try your tropical & essential flavors! Your talents red to be on Goldbelly because Filipino baked goods goes beyond just Red Ribbon! You're is the GOLD STANDARD!!! As a semi Pinay, please do us all a favor and feed us your wonderful baked goods!

first time tasting Mack box cookies…read more We saw that there was a pop-up at one of our favorite ice cream places in San Francisco. The service was good as the guy was just setting up the pop-up here in Garden creamery. I tasted the hojicha cookie and it was more like a dark chocolate chip cookie without much flavoring of the roasted tea

I've been getting all my cakes from her for the past couple of months, and she never disappoints!…read moreEvery cake is beautiful, delicious, and exactly what I ask for. Her customer service is amazing too. Highly recommend!

My friend ordered a custom cake for her 30th birthday and it ended up being the talk of the night…read more The cake was red velvet and decorated in the cutest way. Every detail was so thoughtfully done, and even better, everything on the cake was edible. People kept coming up to the table to look at it because it was just that adorable. Beyond how great it looked, it tasted amazing too. The red velvet was moist, rich, and not overly sweet, which made it really easy to keep going back for another bite. You can tell a lot of care went into both the design and the baking itself. If you're looking for a place in Oakland to order a custom cake for a special occasion, I would absolutely recommend them. It felt really special for a milestone birthday and honestly made the celebration even more memorable.

Had such an amazing and easy experience with baker and creator. The easiest order for cake samples…read moreand discussion about design. I didn't even send him the exact style, this came from inspo pics of what worked and what we wanted. This was exactly what we wanted in our cake. 3 tiers and served everyone at the party. Delivery and communication was topnotch, no notes. Delivered exactly as planned and displayed perfectly when we walked in. When you stop by the shop to pick up your sample tray, grab a cookie and coffee in the cute little shop. Remember to order the sampler plate in advance.

I placed an order online for a carrot cake. Upon pickup, I was greeted by friendly staff who double…read morechecked to ensure my order was correct. I loved the added touch of a tiny jar of candles and a match that came with the cake. I took the cake out one hour prior to serving per their instructions. The cake was absolutely perfect. It was moist and had such an excellent crumb with just the right amount of icing! One of the best carrot cakes, if not the best, I've ever had. I will definitely purchase cakes from here in the future!

Bummed that they are no longer operating in the Bay Area, but glad I was able to try Basuku earlier…read morethis year before they moved away. And yes, the cheesecake is great - probably the best rendition of basque cheesecake I've had. I love that it's not too cream-cheese-y in flavor, and the texture is smooth and creamy. Of the flavors we tried, the cookies and cream was my favorite. The coffee had a very strong coffee flavor.

Basuku has the most decadent basque cheesecakes in the Bay Area. I've been a fan for years, and…read morethey recently posted that they'll be leaving the bay to pursue other locations (Japan/Taiwan). If you haven't tried them yet, go before it's too late! I've been lucky enough to try four of their flavors, and each one showcases their signature silky texture and deep flavor. All are not too sweet! My personal favorite is the Kyoto Matcha - the matcha is high-quality, with a vivid green color and rich flavor that balances beautifully with the creamy cheesecake base. The Original is a classic for a reason with deeply caramelized top and creamy interior. I also tried the Iribancha, a roasted green tea flavor. It's intense, smoky, and unique..maybe not one I could finish in one sitting, but definitely memorable and recommend for those who want that earthy/smoky taste. The truffle was also a standout, adding just enough umami to round out the sweetness. Preorders drop via Instagram (@basukucheesecakes) and sell out lightning-fast. Otherwise, plan to line up for slices! Wishing Basuku all the best on their next chapter. Fingers crossed for a return to the Bay someday! Until then, don't miss your chance to try what might be the best cheesecake you've ever had.

As Pastel wound down, my friend happened to order something from here. Knowing the number of…read moreopportunities was limited, I joined her in finding something, coincidentally the same item that she ordered. I paused for only a day after picking it up in trying the guava cheese scones (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=6zUCytWzCDDCG3fREWgEMw&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q), I ate my first one as is (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=l0wRu-R-cRi7FeekzUBv0g&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q) and was surprised by the flavors, a mix of savory and sweet in the aftertaste. Not sure whether the savory part came from the cheese but it was certainly tasty. A few days later, I ate one and it just wasn't quite the same as the flavors were muted. I suggest reheating them in the oven if you don't have it right away. Do refrigerate them if you do not eat it right away. I was tempted to try the Afternoon Tea box but my primary doctor wouldn't appreciate me getting this for my family and me. I will keep my eyes open on other menu items and alternative ways to try her foods.

So I didn't buy these pies from Sweet Condesa, but got them as a treat from my bro, so I can't…read morereview the ordering process nor can I comment on the price, but I can review the mini pies that we received. ~ Calamansi Pie ~ The flavor of calamansi is definitely there. Think lemon/key lime like custard a tart lovely flavor, but it was just overtly sweet. I'm not a huge fan of super sweet things as it gives me immediate headaches. The crust was not really a crust. It fell apart as we put a fork in it. ~ Barako Coffee Pie ~ Like the calamansi pie, it was just so sweet. I would say I prefered the "crust" on this. It was very much more like a cookie/brownie like chew. Then there's a layer of a coffee custard. So think a custard filled cookie/brownie. I don't know if you could really call this a pie, but hey, it's in a pie tin...so I guess you could call it a pie. O V E R A L L I won't shun cakes or pies away. I just couldn't eat more than a bit without having a sugar headache. But if you do have a sweet tooth, then by all means, try them out! I'm not going to be finding my way to get more pies from here, just can't handle the sweetness...

Delish and a fave to go to…read more Simple and delicious options. The yellow pie dessert is a fave! I believe they have Ube desserts here as well but it's been a while so I can't remember the details I just remember a lot of deliciousness. I'll definitely be back soon

Grabbed a Too Good To Go order here and got: - mango green…read moretea (nice, only a little sweeter than I'd like) - sesame salt bread (delicious and so so soft) - mini cinnamon rolls (dry on the outside, but fluffy interior; gently sweetened in a way I liked and my sister didn't) - pineapple bun (so nice! I loved the thin sugary layer on top, though my sister didn't like how dry it was) Service was nice and prompt

A fun concept with a few highlights, but the execution didn't fully come together this time…read more Stopped in to try the tiramisu jar. The dessert is layered with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, cocoa, and chocolate toppings, all presented in a convenient jar. The flavor leaned heavily on the coffee side -- almost to the point of being slightly bitter. The ladyfingers had more of a crunchy texture rather than the soft, soaked consistency you'd typically expect in a tiramisu, which took away from the overall experience. On a positive note, the whipped topping and chocolate sprinkles on the outside of the jar added a nice touch and were the most enjoyable parts. Parking in this area can be a bit of a hassle, as it's mostly metered, so plan ahead. Overall, a creative dessert concept with nice presentation, but the balance and texture didn't quite meet expectations during this visit.

This is such a yummy little dessert stop in Emeryville! The jars are cute, indulgent, and there…read moreare lots of flavors to choose from, so it's a great place to grab a sweet treat while hanging around Bay Street. One little tip: remember to bring exact cash or use mobile payment it's usually the easiest option! That can save you a little hassle when ordering. Overall, a cute spot for satisfying a sweet tooth, especially when you want something different from the usual ice cream or cupcake.

My sister bought several Goddess Noir cakes to have with Mother's Day brunch at her place. I'd…read morenever heard of them, but not only were they beautiful, they tasted sooo very good. The cakes are miniature little things that we cut up into four slices of each. We had chocolate, marble, and gluten-free sweet potato. I'm not usually a fan of cake or cupcakes, but these were exquisite. They weren't overly sweet, which was so refreshing. I had a piece of the chocolate cake and it was heavenly. Everyone agreed they were absolutely delicious. I don't know much about this company except they are based in Oakland and woman-owned. I hope they do well.

The dessert table at our wedding held deeply personal significance, and we're grateful to Brittany…read moreat Goddess Noir for helping us bring that to life. Our dessert table wasn't just about having yummy treats at our wedding--it held deep personal significance. We had lost both of the bride's parents and another important mother figure before our big day, and we wanted to honor their memory alongside the groom's parents who were there to celebrate with us. We chose specific desserts that represented each parent, as a way of keeping their presence felt through the idea of food, the most timeless way parents show their love. In addition to having some delicious desserts on her standard menu that suited some parents, Brittany worked with us to make a strawberry shortcake (not something she normally serves) in honor of the bride's father. We ended up bringing in two of the desserts from other vendors, and she plated those beautifully as well. Admittedly, there were a couple communication challenges during the course of working together which caused a bit of a scramble in the week leading up to our wedding to ensure that Brittany could properly plate the outside desserts. However, in the end she really brought our vision to life, and we heard from many of our guests both how beautiful our dessert table was and how delicious the desserts were.