Takes The Cake – Pasadena, CA: Hours, Menu & Directions

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1194 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106

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Address1194 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106

Phone(626) 792-1109

StyleCake shop

CountyLos Angeles County

Time zonePacific Time

From city center0.4 mi east

About Takes The Cake

You will find Takes The Cake at 1194 E Colorado Blvd in Pasadena, 0.4 mi east of the Pasadena city center.

Our Pasadena directory counts 72 bakeries in total, which works out to one bakery per 1,905 residents. Nearest alternative: The Gourmet Cobbler Factory at 33 N Catalina Ave, 0.2 mi away.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for Takes The Cake yet, so calling ahead at (626) 792-1109 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

What to order

Typical items at a cake shop like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

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Cake flavors

Red velvetButtermilk cake with a light cocoa note and vivid red color, traditionally layered with tangy cream cheese frosting.
Lemon chiffonAiry oil-based sponge brightened with fresh zest and juice; springy and tangy, a frequent pick for showers and summer weddings.
Almond wedding cakeWhite cake perfumed with almond extract and finely ground almonds, delicate and fragrant, long a classic choice for wedding tiers.
MarbleVanilla and chocolate batters swirled together in the pan, so each slice reveals its own ribbon pattern and two flavors.

Fillings

Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.
Dark chocolate ganacheMelted dark chocolate whisked with warm cream, setting into a dense, fudgy layer between chocolate or vanilla sponges.
Bavarian creamVanilla custard lightened with whipped cream, cool and pudding-like; pairs especially well with layers of sliced fruit.
Fresh strawberries & creamSliced ripe strawberries set into whipped cream between layers, juicy and light; best for cakes served within a day of pickup.

Frostings & finishes

Ganache dripGlossy chocolate poured over a chilled cake so it runs down the sides in controlled drips, a popular modern finish.
Semi-naked finishThin scrape of buttercream that lets the cake layers peek through, giving a rustic look often dressed with fresh flowers or fruit.
American buttercreamWhipped butter and powdered sugar frosting, sweet and fluffy, easy to tint and pipe into borders, rosettes and lettering.
Swiss meringue buttercreamSatiny frosting made by whipping cooked egg whites and sugar with butter; less sugary and smooth enough for razor-sharp edges.