While Devin was in town, we accomplished an amazing amount of fun excursions.
So many, I have decided to split them up into separate posts so I can share all of the many details specific to each event!
First up...Caramelpalooza!
Devin, Chris & I attended this fun event, getting knee-deep in a very sticky situation.
Devin, Chris & I attended this fun event, getting knee-deep in a very sticky situation.
The Phoenix New Times's foodie blog, Chow Bella put on the event with the help of Smeeks candy shop in downtown Phoenix.
Twelve different well-known caramel makers and confectioners were put to the test as caramel lovers from all over AZ showed up to sample a variety of sticky caramel delights.
Want to see the whole list of entrants? Visit here.
{Caramel Aficionados}
Chow Bella searched far and wide for local experts to be guest judges at the event.
My good friend Omar was chosen!
His limited 50-word submission got picked above a stiff competition, chosen based on his vast knowledge of Law & Order SVU (so clearly he is very judge-y) and a caramel themed haiku.
{Omar & his judgy-ness}
After eating enough caramel to make someone sick, we decided on our favorites.
Drumroll...
The Caramel Macaron from Essence Bakery Cafe
&
The Caramel Apple Tadpole from Tammie Coe Cakes
I also have to give a shout out to Tracy Dempsey for her caramel with soy sauce aged in bourbon. Holy holy this thing was amazing! I was the only one who liked it, which meant I got three. Fine by me.
More honorable mentions go to:
Virginia Senior of Urban Beans' dark chocolate-covered crunchy toffee with pecans, which Devin loved,
&
Brendan McCaskey's peanut butter and jelly caramel, which was a real crowd pleaser.
Me & my allergies unfortunately could not help to decide!
So fun. Still so full.
I heard about this but I wasn't able to attend. I heard Essence Bakery swept the awards! I'll definitely have to go there and try their macaroons soon. I have no excuse... I live so close!
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