Whether you have an upcoming birthday  or you are a year-round cake lover, finding a quality cake in New Haven can be tricky. While Common Grounds may have some options in their display… I am a little skeptical.  Lucky for you, my late night (and mid-day) cravings have led to regular visits to bakeries, and I am now confident in my understanding of the nearby cake scene.  In my analysis, I do consider cupcakes on par to a slice of cake, and will refrain from allowing prices t

The menu was immediately enticing. Whipped ricotta! Roasted eggplant! Burrata salad! Beef carpaccio! I mean… C’mon now!

For as long as I can remember I have loved birthdays. I’m not just referring to my own birthday–I love to attend and plan celebrations for friends and family, reveling in the joy of commemorating yet another year with someone special.