When this time of year rolls around - families gather, celebrations are going on - and sometimes, the present she's waited for him to give her magically shows up in a tiny box under the tree. Engagements that take place during the holidays season are more common than you might think. It's often the first time that many men meet their girlfriend's parents, families are gathered, the mood is festive, and after all - there's great opportunities for affording the ring she really wants (with

There's nothing like the holidays to bring out the creativity in people.  You see it everywhere you go this time of year - from retail stores to house decorations. It's not unusual to even catch a glimpse of a red nose, antlers and twinkling lights on vehicles these days. Our pastry artists are no exception to the rule. In fact, creating tasty confections that add to the decor at the same time, well, that's what we do all year long.  It's just that during the holidays

It's the time of year when far-flung relatives makes exciting plans to gather together to enjoy the meaning and closeness that comes with the holidays.  And in our experience, it's not at all uncommon for brides-to-be to take advantage of that opportunity (and thoughtfully save on their loved ones' travel expenses) to plan ahead for a Winter Wedding.Through the years, Pastry Palace has been honored to help these betrothed (and wise) couples make their holiday season wedding a fitting and festive event.  One of our

Here at Pastry Palace, we're fond of taking the simple pleasures of life and turning them into something worth celebrating.  Because sometimes, it's just the right touch for a timely event. See what we mean?Popping open this 'cold one' may not fill a glass with that foamy hops-concoction we all know so well, but it will be a delicious treat nonetheless.  Taking on the appearance of a classic can of Busch, this is a centerpiece for a coming-of-age party that everyone will admire and enjoy.For

The first rule of being a good dinner guest - always show up with a good bottle of wine.  But who says it has to be 'liquid'?  Especially if your host and hostess skip the cocktails and vino altogether.Our suggestion:  Plan ahead and bring a bottle everyone can really dig into - with forks, that is.  Like this fabulous representation of an Estancia Merlot.  It doesn't need to taste like "bright cherry fruit with hints of cedar and pepper."  You can create a flavor combination all your