Did Someone Say Spiced Apple Cake!? It Must Be October At Sip and Ship

Diana Naramore • October 7, 2019

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Assorted desserts on a tray with green apples, including caramel-topped cakes and a chocolate tart in a white cup
Small caramel-topped dessert cup labeled “Cinnamon Dolce Apple Cake” on a white platter stand.
Hands holding a chocolate-frosted cupcake over a white plate, with a red-and-black plaid shirt in the background

Now that we’re into fall, our in-house Bakery-Creative, Kat Schulthies, has brought back my grandmother’s green apple spice cake. This time with a slight twist. Kat's made them into mini-versions calling them “Grandma Dot’s." She's turned them upside down, providing the proper surface for her scratch-made buttery caramel sauce to cascade down their sides. Is your mouth watering yet!?

This week, when you stop by Sip and Ship on your way to or from work be sure to bring your errand list. Dash in to drop off your online returns, pick up your mail and packages and grab a last-minute birthday gift. Either way, you're invited to savour this small taste of my childhood. Growing up, I will never forget watching my grandmother before farm-to-table was a thing. She grew and harvested her own fruit and vegetables. And, from her modest kitchen, she whipped up family meals only to finish them off with special treats like this one.

Looking forward to being of service to you this week. See you soon!
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Diana and Your Friendly Sip and Ship Team

Hands holding a gift box with a ribbon and a black bottle labeled “POUR ME” in a suit pocket view
Four pairs of patterned winter boots with fur cuffs lined up on a furry surface
Stacked candles and decorative boxes on a black table, with a white pedestal dish holding tins.

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