Debbie Goard

Debbie is an Oakland resident by way of North Carolina who has crafted a motley array of edible art works over the last two decades, including serving a stint producing X-rated cakes.  Debbie enjoyed her work but didn’t initially believe that cake design was her calling, viewing it as a job versus a career. But after countless instances where her cakes were mistaken for real objects – most notably a life-sized chihuahua cake that compelled restaurant patrons to exclaim “Why is there a dog on a table?!” – she began to realize that maybe she had been denying her fate.

Buoyed by the creative possibilities, she branched out on her own with “Debbie Does Cakes”.  Focusing on sculpted cakes and highly customized cupcakes, “Debbie Does Cakes” seeks to be an alternative to more traditional bakeries. Offering highly realistic sculptures with a meticulous eye for detail, the shop consistently provides memorable, edible works of art. So, if you see a dog on the table, don’t worry: he’s probably just there for dessert!