My daughter, the dogs and I spent some time in the garden one evening this week and among pulling weeds, I also picked a quart of sweet, delicious blackberries. You all know that I love baking, but honestly, how many blackberry cobblers can we eat in a week without putting on some weight. In my [...]
While I'm known for baking, the truth is, I simply love to cook. I love finding joy in cooking, especially when the season strikes me. The other day I came upon a beautiful peach tree in a neighbor's yard that was full of ripe fruit, dropping from the tree. The fruit needed to [...]
Because Gigi's Cupcakes makes life much sweeter in nearly any circumstance, I usually try to bring treats with me to those I interact with each day. To the wait staff at a restaurant, to the airport, valet, kids in the park, etc. If I'm running an errand or have an appointment, there's a [...]
This past week my garden was bountiful! It has always been a mystery to me how you can put a seed in the ground, tend to it, water it and about 6 weeks later pick something to eat! It is one of God's true miracles! I love to garden and produce my own veggies. This [...]
My daughter, Kendel Skye, and I recently went to Texas to see my parents and celebrate a very special occasion, their 50th wedding anniversary. My father is third generation of 50th wedding celebrations. My great grandparents celebrated over 50 years, my grandparents celebrated over 50 years and now my mom and dad have passed that [...]
We have officially started working on our fall menu. What? I know, it's only June! We work at least three months ahead for our new cakes and ideas to roll out to all of our stores. It isn't just a couple of stores anymore. We've got Gigi's Cupcakes popping up all over [...]
When I opened my mailbox a few days ago and fumbled through the mail I saw the “Clipper” magazine. There it was, our announcement saying “The World’s Best Cakes”. “Gigi’s Cupcakes is now your favorite Gigi’s Cake” with the amazing picture of the cookie dough cupcake and cake on the front page! I know [...]
What inspires me? I’ve been asking that question for a while now. When you’re feeling tired, overworked and worn out, it’s hard to get inspired. You’re just drained of energy. I’ve been feeling that way lately and needed a break. So when my girlfriends suggested we go on a girls trip to Ft. Lauderdale, FL, [...]
Today was a huge milestone in my life. It was the day that my 2 ½ year old daughter (almost 3) went potty on the potty!!! It has been a difficult training process for both of us. I’m not a stay at home mom and she is not a stay at home kid. She is [...]
I have our corporate Advisory Council meeting today where we sit in a meeting/board room around a big conference table to discuss company dynamics, challenges, new products and ideas. We have owners from Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Arizona today sharing insight and working with our corporate staff. Corporate meetings are outside my normal setting so getting dressed in high heels, [...]