The Rise of the Dough

12/03/2025

Come see us this weekend! We’ll have delicious sweets and treats, as well as lots of handmade art and crafts!

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05/07/2025

Last call for Mother's Day orders. Choose between a scrumptious pound cake or a soft, pillowy Bird's Milk cake. Please message me for orders.

11/23/2024

Join us today!

Join Imaginook for a Magical Day of Creativity and Holiday Cheer!

🌟 Winter Craft Fair & Holiday Boutique 🌟

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 23, and come visit Imaginook from 11 AM to 5 PM for a day that’s all about festive fun and community spirit at our Winter Craft Fair & Holiday Boutique!

🎄 What Awaits You:

Handcrafted Gifts & Unique Finds: Discover beautiful, one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for holiday gifts.

Craft Stations with Local Artists: Get hands-on and create your own special holiday crafts.

Seasonal Treats: Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies while you browse.

Holiday Boutique: Shop custom jewelry, original art, holiday cards, and more at studio prices—perfect for early Christmas shopping!

💜 Family-Friendly & Free Entry: Bring your whole family for a day of holiday excitement—no entry fee required!

Don't miss this chance to embrace the holiday spirit and support local artisans!

Visit Imaginook’s website to learn more. We can’t wait to see you there!

08/25/2024

Bird's Milk Cake, also known as Ptichye Moloko, is a popular Eastern European dessert that originated in the Soviet Union. The name "Ptichye Moloko" translates to "bird's milk" in Russian. The cake is characterized by its light and airy texture, reminiscent of a mousse or a soufflé, and it typically consists of several layers. The cake is known for its elegant appearance and luxurious taste, making it a favorite for special occasions and celebrations.
The main components of Bird's Milk Cake include:
* Sponge Cake Layer: The cake usually features a thin layer of sponge cake that is soft and delicate. This layer serves as a base for the creamy filling.
* Creamy Marshmallowy Filling: The distinctive feature of Bird's Milk Cake is its creamy and fluffy filling, which is often made with a combination of egg whites, sugar, butter, condensed milk, and agar. The agar gives the filling a mousse-like consistency, contributing to the cake's light and airy texture.
* Chocolate Glaze: The cake is topped with a smooth and glossy chocolate glaze, adding a rich and decadent touch to the dessert. The chocolate glaze provides a delightful contrast to the lightness of the cake and the creamy filling.

Order yours today!!!

12/25/2023

Bird's Milk Cake, also known as Ptichye Moloko, is a popular Eastern European dessert that originated in the Soviet Union. The name "Ptichye Moloko" translates to "bird's milk" in Russian. The cake is characterized by its light and airy texture, reminiscent of a mousse or a soufflé, and it typically consists of several layers. The cake is known for its elegant appearance and luxurious taste, making it a favorite for special occasions and celebrations.

The main components of Bird's Milk Cake include:
* Sponge Cake Layer: The cake usually features a thin layer of sponge cake that is soft and delicate. This layer serves as a base for the creamy filling.
* Creamy Marshmallowy Filling: The distinctive feature of Bird's Milk Cake is its creamy and fluffy filling, which is often made with a combination of egg whites, sugar, butter, condensed milk, and agar. The agar gives the filling a mousse-like consistency, contributing to the cake's light and airy texture.
* Chocolate Glaze: The cake is topped with a smooth and glossy chocolate glaze, adding a rich and decadent touch to the dessert. The chocolate glaze provides a delightful contrast to the lightness of the cake and the creamy filling.

Order yours today!

12/20/2023

2 boxes of zefir and 1 pound cake are available for immediate pick up!

12/16/2023

I am accepting holiday orders for pound cakes and zefir. 3 days lead time is required before pick up in north Fremont. Local delivery is $1/mile from 94536.
Pound cakes - choose from plain, raisin or cranberry, ~1.5 lbs $40/each.
Zefir - choose from a cranberry or apple flavor, a box of 9 is $15.

Zefir is a confection with a soft and airy texture, typically made from a mixture of whipped egg white, sugar, fruit puree, and agar agar, which is a vegetarian equivalent of gelatin. The result is a light and fluffy treat with a delicate consistency. Zefir has a distinct sweetness and a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth quality, making it a delightful and indulgent sweet delicacy.

Pound cakes are known for their dense and moist crumb. The use of a significant amount of butter and eggs gives the cake a tender and velvety texture.

11/09/2023

Hello! Now accepting orders for pick up next Friday 11/17/23:
*Rye sourdough (German style) 300g $8
*Plain crepes 10 pieces for $15
*Cranberry-apple zephyr (similar to marshmallows, but better) ~250g $15
*Pound cakes (plain, raisin, cherry) ~2lbs $40
*Challah (brioche-like enriched bread) $12, or buns $3/each, min. order 4 buns
Pick up from north Fremont, 94536. Local delivery is available at $1/mile. Please message me for your orders or any questions. Thank you!

02/27/2023

Orders are open for this week's pick ups. Pick up on Thursday 3/2 in Fremont (any time), Palo Alto 3pm or Cupertino 12-1pm.
- Rye sourdough loaf $8
- Seeded whole wheat sourdough loaf $12
- Pound cakes (plain/raisin/cranberry) $40
- Zefir (classic or cranberry) 230g box - $15

02/10/2023

Orders are open for next week's pick ups. Pick up on Thursday 2/16 in Fremont (any time), Palo Alto 3pm or Cupertino 12-1pm.

- Rye sourdough loaf $8
- Seeded whole wheat sourdough loaf $12
- Pound cakes (plain/raisin/cranberry) $40

02/04/2023

Orders are open for
- Rye sourdough loaf
- Seeded whole wheat sourdough loaf
- Pound cakes
Pick up in Fremont or Palo Alto on Tuesday. Local delivery is available at extra charge.