foodie_starry After years of dashing to NYC for delicate desserts, I've found a local treasure right here in Jersey City that's totally Insta-worthy! Z² Bakery, 16 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ 07094. Their 4-inch Matcha Cake was a showstopper at first sight--more beautiful than the pictures! Layers upon layers of soft cake, matcha powder, strawberry jam, crushed Oreos, and matcha cream. Don't let the size fool you; it's tall enough for four to enjoy comfortably. Perfectly sweet, fresh, and just fabulous for a Christmas gathering with its festive colors! And for the pork floss lovers? Their Scallion, Ham, and Seaweed Pork Floss Squares was another delightful discovery. Unlike any other, it features a thicker, super fluffy cake base topped with balanced bits of seaweed, sauce, and ham--utterly moreish and not a bit greasy compared to typical pork floss buns. Z² Bakery is now my go-to for birthdays and get-togethers in NJ--no more trips to NYC necessary! They have a variety of gorgeous cakes that taste as good as they look. Remember to preorder your favorites; they do deliveries and are also available on Hungry Panda delivery service. read more