My cake experience 1. Reasonably priced…read more 2. I appreciate the cake being slightly sweet and fluffy 3. Customer service was exceptional. Someone called and gave me updates about my order. 4. The cake was wrapped in a very very nice box and it includes candle, mini fork, mini plates, and candles.

We stopped by Simply Cake and ordered two slices to try: the Chocolate Cake and the Mango…read moreStrawberry Cake. The chocolate cake was decent and enjoyable, but it didn't really stand out for us. It was okay, but nothing particularly memorable or special compared to other chocolate cakes we've tried. Unfortunately, the Mango Strawberry Cake was quite disappointing. I was really looking forward to the fruity flavor, but the mango pieces were unexpectedly hard and had a sour taste that didn't blend well with the cake. Instead of adding a fresh and sweet mango flavor, the texture and sourness took away from the overall experience. I appreciate the effort and presentation, but the flavors didn't meet my expectations, especially for the mango cake. Hopefully, it was just an off day because I would love to try their other offerings in the future.

Stumbled across this place after work one day and decided to get a couple of slices for my…read moreboyfriend and I. Small hole in the wall store, ordered on a screen so I didn't have much communication with the employee working but it was quick, and clean. The cakes were good, super light and airy. Enjoyed it so much I had my boyfriend grab me different flavor slices for my birthday instead of a traditional cake. Really good, just kinda expensive

Stopped by and ordered a salted oreo cake for myself and a durian cake for my parents. The flavor…read moreof the cream was alright but I wasn't a fan of the cake texture as it felt very frozen/hard and brittle. There is a price discrepancy but I'd still stick with Lady M for crepe cakes. Service was also really slow despite the place being pretty much empty -- it seemed like there was only one person working there on a Saturday which could be pretty rough.

My last visit to Copenhagen bakery in Burlingame & SF Bay Area to visit friends…read more This visit, was to pick up dessert to take to a friend's house for dinner this evening. The minute one walks in the main front door, one is drawn into the beautiful display of the baked goods available for purchase: cookies cakes cupcakes, croissants, cheesecakes and an ability to special order cakes for celebrations.

Copenhagen has a huge assortment of cakes and pastries. Their danishes are delicious. I've also…read moretried their Mozart cake (with marzipan and apricot) and that was fantastic too. The service here is disappointing though - brusque and not very friendly. The setting is a bit dark and dated.

Only recently came across Claire from IG because of one of the food bloggers I follow and it's safe…read moreto say that she's a winner in our book! She was definitely a drive from San Jose to San Mateo but well worth it. When you pull up to her house, it may be difficult to find parking as other customers are picking up-- I ended up waiting for 1 person to pull out of her driveway so that I could park. The street is pretty packed with cars. Can I first say what a pleasure she is in person? Claire is super sweet and she's the reason I love supporting small business. We ordered the Mocha Crunch cake. Current prices are $50 for an 8". It's cash only so be prepared. The cake itself is on the light side (not as light as Asian cakes but I wouldn't call it dense either). Unlike some other reviewers that found it dry-- I highly disagree as it was not the most moist cake I've ever tried-- But it wasn't dry either. It was right in between and good enough for us. The Mocha flavor was lightly infused in the frosting and filling. It wasn't super overpowering but it was definitely there. The crunch topping was perfect and so unique. The only other place I've tried a crunch topping is in a latte from Kamurocho in Pleasanton. They have a "Honeycomb Latte" that is amazing. We served half the cake at one gathering and we ended up bringing the leftovers to another gathering. The cake was devoured. If you haven't tried Claire's Crunch Cake's yet, do yourself a favor and support a small business and meet the sweetest woman.

3.5 stars. Ordered a take out cake, 6" mocha flavor…read more The cake looks bigger than a 6" as it's pretty tall, so don't worry that it will not be enough. We had a party with 10 people and we couldn't finish the cake! The crunch was really good and special, the cake itself doesn't really present the mocha flavor, as a result, after a few bites, the cake became too sweet. We were all hoping the bitterness from the mocha coffee flavor can balance out the crunch but we were disappointed. Interestingly, we then moved onto eating a chocolate cake from Marvel Cake and the chocolate was able to balance out the sweetness and cleansed our pallet a bit. We all felt that a cup of coffee would be perfect with this cake. The cake inside could also be a bit more moist. So all in all, the crunch got the thumbs up but the overall cake not so much.

LOVE this place! We go every time we are in Burlingame!…read more My favorite cookies in order: 1) Celebration 2) Snickerdoodle 3) S'mores 4) Cookies and cream It's a tiny place with a whole lotta sweetness! (staff & desserts) no seating.. just take out. Street parking can be difficult.. so be prepared to have to search for a spot. Would I go back? YES!!!

My husband goes crazy for their banana bread LOL personally I like it but I don't love it as much…read moreas him. I tried one of the specialty flavors today - I think it was a cinnamon roll cookie. I liked it a lot. It reminded me of a maple pop tart.

My cousin and I stopped by TinyB Chocolate for a quick chocolate fix, and we're so glad we did!…read moreThey have an incredible selection of handcrafted chocolates, and of course we had to try the Dubai chocolate bar. Out of all the Dubai chocolate bars I've had around the Peninsula, this one might be my favorite. The chocolate-to-pistachio kanafeh ratio was perfectly balanced, making every bite rich without being overwhelming. It's a little pricey just like any good Dubai chocolate, the quality is absolutely worth it. We also picked up a few truffles, and they were SO delicious. The shop itself is beautiful, with a thoughtfully designed interior and a decorated wall that's perfect for a quick photo. I can't remember the name of the woman who helped us, but she was incredibly kind and welcoming. Between the outstanding service and the quality of the chocolate, my cousin and I are already looking forward to coming back to try even more.

I am a chocoholic. Take that as you may but Tinyb is yummy and crave worthy chocolate worth…read morespoiling yourself with. Love the dark chocolate hazelnut heart bubble bars and cannot resist the sensuously textured soft truffles rolled in a variety of delicious coatings. The shop is instagram worthy too! Love this place.

First time trying this out, my friends told me these cookies are delicious... well they were right,…read morethe cookies were so good! This shop is small, the service was great and I liked how they also write down on their menu if they are low on cookies and how many are left. They also have a small oven where you can WARM UP YOUR COOKIE(S)! Such a great idea, highly recommend checking this place out for their cookies.

We stop by Antoine's almost every time we're in San Mateo to pick up a cookie. My boyfriend and I…read morehave slowly been working our way through the menu and trying a different cookie each time. The cookies are consistently good--crispy around the edges, soft in the center, and slightly chewy. They're sweet, of course, but not overly sugary or overwhelming. I also appreciate that there's a microwave inside so you can warm up your cookie. So far, we haven't tried a cookie we didn't like. It's become one of our favorite spots to grab a treat, and we'll keep coming back until we've made our way through the entire menu.

Amazing. Truly spectacular communication, flexibility, and attention to detail. From day one,…read moreBrian and the team were easy going and very accommodating. On the day of our Vow Renewal, my wife and I were running late, and were pleasantly surprised to find that the catering staff had taken it upon themselves to carefully put out our centerpieces, which we thought we would have to do. They even packed them away at the end of the night. We got multiple compliments from guests admiring the service. The team was extremely friendly, packed away leftovers for us and other guests, and was on top of their game the whole night! Ali was flexible with our last-minute changes, and Brian even drove to multiple locations just to find the same wine we drank on our honeymoon (which was a hit) so guests could partake. We are so so pleased. They were easily the best vendor of the entire event.

Dear Brian: I cannot…read moreeven begin to tell you how delightful the evening catering was strategically put out. The food was extraordinary and the servers were super great at getting folks to "splurge" and just have one more. Oh my gosh, most folks beamed with pleasure after tasting the Beef wellingstons, the lettuce wraps, the crab cakes, those pear tarlets! Some even carried on discussion on how healthy the appetizers were. Cheat A Little selections were really a hit! The greenery/decor made a nice festive touch that seemed to invite folks over to have a coke or a little wine and cheer. We had a live acoustic musician playing in the background, and the whole time was bathed in warmth and good tidings. It was beyond enjoyable, delicious, and great. I'm fairly new at the San Mateo County History Museum, so I don't have the years of experience that others might have to know how well adapted you and your company Cheat-A-Little are to these events. I am so pleased with myself for trusting you. High-five, a TEN, perfect score for you and your excellent catering business my friend! Under the Rotunda the set up, quality foods, and tall tables made it the finest, friendliest, most festive time. We are so so pleased. Thanks a million! Thanks from the San Mateo County History Museum staff!

It was an excellent course with a great atmosphere, and Rosaura was very good at explaining the…read moreinstructions. You should invite Richard to teach courses--we'd love to see him there again.

I took a jellyroll cake baking class here and it was pretty fun, especially when we could taste our…read moreinstructor's demo cake and then take our own creations home. Everything was pre-measured for us and all we had to do was mix things together and follow some simple instructions, and voila, we have a cake. I understand with varying participant baking skills in a two-hour class, there is not much techniques you can teach. However, I did learn new tips on whipping eggs whites to get the right peaks for folding into a batter and adding cream stabilizers to prevent fruit "bleeding" into the whipped cream. The recipes are for commercial bakers as they give ingredients by weight. I understand that is a more precise way to bake, but it's not practical for the average home baker (1 star off), as no one will be weighing their cracked egg yolks for a recipe. I found the class enjoyable as a group activity, even though I would not be repeating the recipe at home. After class, you can browse the store for some cute cooking gear or unique baking ingredients.

First time at Maison Alyzée was on the evening of Thursday, October 26, 2023. Ray, Pete and I…read morewalked in shortly before 9 PM for some caffeine after our dinner event at Rise Pizzeria, just down the street. Maison Alyzée is a French fine pastry bakery café located on downtown Burlingame's main strip. Dedicated to providing customers with a Parisian escape through handcrafted elegant pastries and artisanal breads, the bake shoppe doubles as pâtisserie and boulangerie, priding itself on meticulous attention to detail. Upon entry, we were welcomed by a brightly lit and very clean venue. Ray and I were immediately drawn to the beautiful marble-topped white counter that encased a gorgeous variety of exquisite treats. The commitment to the elegance of French culture and modern creativity were evident in every luxurious pastry and cake on display. Maison Alyzée is an order-at-the-counter establishment, so we made our purchase with a friendly staff member at the register. Unfortunately, we were told that espresso drinks were no longer available that night since the staff had already begun cleaning the machines. Ok....I never understand businesses that start shutting down things before closing time. This just shows customers that team convenience of closing shop quickly takes precedence over customer experience, essentially omitting availability of items from the menu while they are still open. For this reason, I am docking a star. Luckily, they still had some cold brew available, so I ordered a Lavender Cold Brew with oat milk. Heads-up: Plant-based milks like almond and oat milk incur a $0.75 surcharge. I wish that the lavender was more like a simple syrup, so that the flavour was sweeter and less sharp. Maison Alyzée also offers a selection of breakfast, lunch, and brunch options. I definitely need to return to try one or two or a few of their ostentatious delights.

Living on the Peninsula, we have plenty of options for exceptional coffee and pastries, which is…read morewhy the overall experience matters. I visited Maison Alyzee in Burlingame on a Saturday morning, and while the pastries were good, the service felt cold and dismissive. There was no rush, yet the staff was not warm or welcoming. I asked for my raisin au pain to be warmed up, and after waiting outside for about 10 minutes with no update, I went back in to ask. The response was "It's in the oven" was delivered rudely, as though my simple question was an inconvenience. Even when a café is busy, basic courtesy and communication should not be optional. Good food deserves to be matched by good hospitality.