It's just something about cupcakes.

...That excites little ones into squeals.

turns grown women into children...

and solves any man's 'gift-ing' dilemma...

Serve them on a pretty platter to pass them off as a fancy dessert...
just fingers and a serviette for a sweet treat on the go.
Tuck them into boxes and there you have a thoughtful gift.
stack them into tiers and.. voilà~ A masterful wedding cake!;

... cakes in cups; I'm yet to be convinced of their charm.
They hadn't proven themselves a sweet 'classic' in my eyes.
I do make Delectable ones though; and they ARE super yummy (according to many who haunt our quaint little outlet here at The Gardens) *wink* teehee
I'd rather be making cakes; it's a larger canvas. *grin* more fun for creative little Su!

Can't run from em; practical or precious? or both?
Well.. ..
Alright; maybe I do secretly love them a teeny bit.. ... just a little..
I can't deny myself that smile discovering fun filled center surprises and picking off the cherry on top!
But THEY are EVERYWHERE! cakes in cups all over place! Who's ready for a new fad? You guys are just waiting for Delectable to start one huh? hehehe :D

You can never stop learning...

... I know I'll never!
From every experience I've had with cake in my hands; I've gained bits of knowledge which makes me better the next time. I understand from speaking to the professionals that perfect execution often comes with decades of experience; and yes.. making a completely unique cake each time makes it even more difficult for me. I challenge myself with each design I sketch; I push boundaries and asses feedback as a point of judgment. There are too many possibilities and risks in the completion of cakes and such... it really is about taking precaution for everything you can foresee and being intelligent and quick enough to fix those which decide to hit you anyhow you may attempt to dodge! Haha most cake decorators can probably relate to what I speak about.It's definitely also about me growing up as a person;
mom and dad often give me the 'That's life / Welcome to the real world" line...
but it really isn't as simple as implementing what I deem necessary in an instant! They are habits I have to teach myself to be accustomed to; it's the way I analyze, react to and judge every instance of my job; which unfortunately has naturally now became everything my life is about! *grr..
I've gotten very frustrated at myself the past weekend; at my incompetence and my inability to handle ungodly amounts of stress. I've finally come to terms with my anger and have turned over a new leaf this week. I didn't kill nee one; I PROmise! *grin* Instead of focusing on the things I should be doing 'right' next; I was unfortunately dwelling on all the stumbles I've made since. Pretty silly and unproductive; I know... I've had my moment of whinging; Su's better now, she's gotten pretty jealous at the improvements of other cake decorators she checks out worldwide from surfing the net lots lately!
Fear not Malaysia! I'm getting better too! Just watch me world!

Being a part of the Magic.

...Generally;
Su's job is to wheel in this perfectly delicious and beautiful cake hours before the wedding...

Set up the table;
...prettify it's surroundings,
and then wish the couple all the best things before making my way out discreetly.

This time, it was a little different.





It was cousin Ivy's special day...... and Su was to be the bridesmaid, the MC and the cake decorator. To be honest it didn't begin to feel overwhelming at all till the actual day! I hadn't known what to expect; thinking that it'd be simple thing of organizing or throwing a big party. Oh boy was I wrong! >.<
Ol foot it the mouth Su managed to pull it off with just merely a couple of major stumbles; she organized the night and herself at best she could, but still needed her beloved cousin; the bride herself to help her with her make up! Yes! I love Ivy so much for always being there for me with the silly things I'm clueless about. Fashion, photography and portraits are her forte... she finds herself helping me out with the silliest of requests like picking out outfits and shopping for events. Fun things I suppose!
I love her fun yet classic style and her ability to be downright honest with me in fishing out the hideous pieces! I love crazy colours and patterns; I can't help it! hahaAt the end of the night; cousins and I were exhausted! It was incredibly nice to think how we all came together as a family to help Ivy and Desmond with their special day. From flowers to cake, seating arrangements and ushering.. there was so much to do! She's lucky she has more than a handful of us cousins in the family! *giggle*
It was really nice. I had a chance to be there for Ivy instead.The night was a success... great food; beautiful venue, a beaming couple and dancing relatives! It will be a night i'll always remember.

Welcome to the family Desmond! :)

Why eat?

A note to remind myself:

Because it keeps me alive and smiling.

Battle against bad carbs begin in the AM!
Change that pout to a grin Su. It's time to get that healthy eating regime started all over again.
When buttons fly in the middle of a game of badminton; it's pretty obvious those extra pounds have GOT to go!
There's no way i'm opting for elastics in pants instead! LOL
... Su's all about food and eating; but most importantly, she's into eating the RIGHT things and staying healthy of course!
Let's hope she remembers that. *fingers crossed* hehehe

Hat's off to all those who inspire us.

Could I really be the true Jack of all trades; citizen of neither-land... constantly yearning for the grass over neighbouring fences?
An eyepatch over me and parrot over my shoulder; I'd probably pass off easily as an adventurer armed with my personal ship crew!
Yes yes... I'm lucky; very much blessed with all the incredible opportunities and guidance I've received from far and wide. But more than often, the general public chooses to conveniently forget opportunity without action or dedication does remain irrelevant. They waltz into the store thinking I've hired a couple of little gremlins to bang out cakes by the millions and have just been sitting on my royal butt accepting all that glamorous attention. Friends and family who have followed me through my mere 6 months of development have seen my sequence of mental and physical deterioration! *laughs* It isn't as though no one has offered help or have given me all I've needed to start off Delectable. The number of kind gestures of goodwill I've received are countless!
It's great!! I should be satisfied no?
I should just say hey! The shop is awesome~
.... but no... Su Yin doesn't stop; she keeps reaching for more and more... not out of greed; but purely for the satisfaction of knowing she can.
Occasionally I find funny little ways to inspire myself to keep pushing forward; most of the time it is the people around me and the stories I hear about others just like me.
Here's just another little something; her melody and lyrics transported me to an 'untouchable' pedestal! well...just in my mind I suppose. *giggle*



Makes me want to run up a meadow singing at the top of my lungs ala - Sound of Music!

I wasn't a fan of Hannah Montana; but I guess I am now?..