By Theresa on June 19, 2010
Custom Petit Four Wedding Favors
How many times have you received jordan almonds at a wedding and feared the loss of a tooth upon consumption? There are only so many knick knacks a couple can offer their guests before every little thing becomes “same ol’”. Perhaps consider going the “Castanza” route, and give donations to the “Human Fund” (aka nadda)? However, I think that may seriously increase the chance of a rock being exchanged for bird seed as you exit that evening. Instead of “things” consider something incredible (custom, artistic, unique) and edible (petit fours, mini cupcakes, cookies)!
Today, Treet was honored to provide a lovely couple their wedding favors- two monogrammed petit fours, in their wedding colors, placed in an environmentally friendly kraft box, and adorned with a matching raffia bow. Simple, elegant, custom and a sweet bite after a great night of dancing!
For more favor pics checkout our Facebook Fan Page.
Posted in events, gifts, petit fours, Uncategorized, weddings | Tagged customized gifts, events, green wedding favors, petit fours, wedding favors, weddings
By Theresa on May 4, 2010
Strawberry Shortcake Approved!
Welcome to Stawberryland where the berries & their pals are soaking up Mr. Sun and smelling super sweet!
If you’re new to the area, I’d skip the visit to Angel Cake she is a bit airy, and Lemon Meringue has been tart ever since Huckleberry Pie wouldn’t let her pet Pupcake. Blueberry Muffin isn’t quite ripe for conversation, and Apple Dumplin is napping for the next couple of months.
My recommendation is to head straight to the namesake berry of the land, because today she is holding a press conference to announce her endorsement of her new favorite cupcake (in just her size) at Treet!
Strawberry Shortcake: “Today is a big day in Strawberryland because today is the day that strawberries were treated equally! That’s right in Treet’s new Strawberry Shortcake (named after your’s truly) there is a perfect blend of fresh picked strawberries from our neighbors at Westmoreland Farm. These fresh berries did not have to choose between being blended into the cake or mixed into the frosting. These fresh berries were gentely folded into both to make an equal berry opportunity mini cupcake for all! Stawberrilicious! We will now take a question from our sworn enemies.”
Purple Pie Man: “If I’m the berry best baker than why did you let Treet use the freshest strawberries?”
Strawberry Shortcake: “Because we can’t stand the ‘Ratta Ta Ta Tat Tah’! Who has their own theme song anyways? Plus we knew that Treet would combine the fresh picked berries with the best local grass-fed cream and sweet Tahitian vanilla to make the yummiest cupcake we’ve seen in Strawberry land since Lime Chiffon visited Key West and things got a little crazy with a Key Lime Pie ”
We hope you’ve enjoyed your visit to Strawberry land! Don’t forget to purchase our Strawberry Shortcake endorsed mini cupcake for only $1 at treetshop.com!
Posted in Cupcakes, Farmers Market, mini cupcakes, quotes, Suppliers, Uncategorized | Tagged Farmers Market, local farms, mini cupcakes, seasonal mini cupcakes, strawberry, strawberry shortcake
By Theresa on April 12, 2010
Fashion for Paws- Petit Four Paws
Treet totally went to the dogs this past weekend…in a good way!
Brownie bones for F4P
We donated “dog-gone-good” brownie bones and paw petit fours for the VIP guests at this year’s Fashion for Paws event, benefiting the Washington Humane Society. This fabulous “who’s who” fundraiser raised over $300,000 to help support the over 30,000 abused and abandoned pets in the DC metro area. Treet was so proud to be a part of such a sweet cause!
Petit Four Paws by Treet
Paws for applause for the donors, supporters, and sponsors of this great event!
Posted in Brownies, events, petit fours | Tagged brownie bones, Fashion 4 Paws, fundraiser, paw petit fours, washington d.c.
By Theresa on April 7, 2010
Marvelous Mocha Cupcake- available at The Cereal Bowl
I’m a fan of breakfast food all day- any day. Cereal is my version of potato chips- I can’t eat just one bowl!
So, I can’t tell you how excited I am about our recent partnership with The Cereal Bowl in Cleveland Park. Now you can get the best of both world’s: nostalgic breakfast delectables + sweet mini cupcakes! Visit the store Friday through Sunday to get your mini cupcakes from Treet. The best part? The ice cold milk to wash the cupcake goodness down with is conveniently at your finger tips!
Posted in Cupcakes, mini cupcakes, Retail Partners | Tagged cereal bowl, Cupcakes, DC, entrepreneurs, mini cupcakes, Retail Partners, small business
By Theresa on March 31, 2010
“But the best goodies were from Treet Bakery – Oh Em Gee – Eco-friendly treats made with love by a woman who put the “G” in green. She is so committed to the eco-friendly cause that all her “treets” are packaged in 100 recycled paper and delivered in an eco-friendly car. That’s what I call true commitment.”
DC Bridal Event: A Chic Affair post by The Bridal Wishlist:
http://thebridalwishlist.blogspot.com/2010/03/dc-bridal-event-chic-affair_30.html
Posted in events, gifts, mini cupcakes, petit fours, Treet 'N the Trades, weddings
By Theresa on March 27, 2010
A Chic Affair Petit Fours
“Green & So Delish: Treet Bakery” by Janice Wallace, Editor of The Bridal Wishlist
I recently had the pleasure of attending “A Chic Affair” last Sunday at the Longview Gallery in D.C. It truly was a chic affair. One of the most memorable vendors was Treet Bakery. I sampled the most delish mini cupcakes, as well as, one of their delightful Pretty Petty Petit Fours.
What was more amazing was Theresa’s (Treet’s Chief Sweetness Officer) commitment to incorporating green practices in her baking by using fresh ingredients from local farms. In addition, Treet packages their goodies in 100% recycled and/or compostable packaging, deliver their “treets” in a hybrid vehicle, and will soon work in an office that will run on clean wind power. For me, Treet Bakery puts its money where its mouth is. That’s my kind of bakery.
To find our more about Treet or just to order goodies for your stash, visit their web site.
Thanks to Katie for allowing me to sit in while she is working hard to make this world a better place. You can see what I am blogging about weekdays on my blog, The Bridal Wishlist. Have a great weekend!
Posted in events, mini cupcake towers, mini cupcakes, petit fours, Treet 'N the Trades, website, weddings | Tagged a chica affair, eco-friendly wedding favors, event, green wedding favors, mini cupcakes, petit fours, press, weddings
By Theresa on March 24, 2010
Support Epilepsy with Purple Mini Cupcakes!
Help us, help drive awareness for those with epilepsy! All this week, Treet is offering special purple cupcakes with 5% of proceeds going to the Anita Kaufmann Foundation for the awareness of epilepsy! So, take a bite into the beautiful spring weather with a pretty little purple cupcake for a great cause! Available online and at the Bethesda Central Farmer’s Market this week only (3/22-3/28)!
Posted in Charity, Cupcakes, Farmers Market, mini cupcakes | Tagged causes, epilepsy awareness, mini cupcakes, purple cupcake project
By Theresa on March 8, 2010
So if you have been surfing the pages of TreetShop.com recently you may have noticed something snazzy and new on our homepage. We’ve started a new YouTube series entitled K.I.S.S. (Keep it Simple & Sweet) from Treet, starring the Chief Sweetness Officer (yours truly). The plan is each month I’ll provide easy tips on baking challenges tha will give the home-baker an edge in the kitchen.
The inspiration for this idea came from my reason for attending pastry school- I wanted to learn how to fix things. That’s exactly what the Pastry and Baking Arts program at I.C.E taught me! It also taught me that I will be paying off student loans for the rest of my life…the philanthropic side of me said, “hey, why not share some of the super helpful tips you learned in school with others so they can save their pennies for more fun KitchenAid attachments”. Thus, my K.I.S.S from Treet idea started.
So, the first K.I.S.S. tip is a “Solution for Cold Buttercream”. I hope all of you Swiss Buttercream lovers out there find it useful! I’d love feedback and ideas for the next segment!
Posted in Baking Tips, cake, Learnings, mini cupcakes | Tagged Baking Tips, Buttercream
By Theresa on February 18, 2010
Photo taken by Jenna Huntsberger of The ModernDomestic
I love a good guest in the Treet kitchen!
For the past few weeks we have been practically hosting our own baking club. I’ve truly enjoyed all the positive baking enthusiasm amidst the ovens!
First, our beloved intern from Field School spent 2 weeks learning the tricks of Treet! If you have never asked a 16 year old their insight on your business, you are missing out! Yes, what they have to say may have you wishing you could revert back to high school and stuff yourself in a locker. However in the end their youth, social “in-ness”, and honest point of view is completely refreshing. My intern was particularly brilliant, and I believe you will all soon be catching a glimpse of some of her thoughtfulness on our website.
Next, we were visited by a very talented blogger from The ModernDomestic. Not only could she whip up some sweet brownie bites; she was a pleasure to chat “shop” with. She was also kind enough to post about our visit, “Theresa Luongo Pineilli Serves Up Some Tasty Treats at Treet“!
Ya’ll come back soon now ya hear!
Posted in events, Learnings, Treet 'N the Trades, Uncategorized | Tagged baking, brownie bites, Treet
By Theresa on January 27, 2010
Treet is thrilled to be a part of the 1st Annual “Operation Valentine: Open House at Old Town Takoma Park” event at Park Florist!
From the perfect Valentine Card verbaige to the color and length of the roses, Valentine’s Day can really pull at the heart strings and stress levels. This year Park Florist and it’s partners like Treet, are making it fun to shop for your sweetheart!
Starting February 8th from 5-7pm Park Florist, it’s time for all you hopeless Valentine’s to “smell the roses” (literally) and get your Valentine the perfect gift. Between romantic flower arrangements, divine chocolates, and irresistible Treets, everyone is sure to make-out (literally and figuratively) great! Not to mention there will be beer & sweets sampling while you shop!
For more details on the February 8th through February 10th event click here.
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