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Great Escape: A Taste of Decadence

Everyone's going gaga over cupcakes.

Your teens are holding a car wash at the high school Saturday. The grandparents volunteered to take the younger children to a movie Sunday afternoon. Your tweens take tap on Wednesday evening.  It’s your time. Take it.

Each week, we’ll tell you about one great idea to give you a much deserved break, and make your life a little easier, maybe a whole lot easier.

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When I was in elementary school, birthdays were often celebrated with cupcakes served in class. Fast forward 20-something years, and cupcakes are the hottest dessert item around. The popularity of TLC's DC Cupcakes, depicting the lives of Georgetown Cupcake owners Sophie and Katherine as they run their cupcake shop, has certainly led to this craze. Sprinkles Cupcakes recently opened a location in D.C., and Crumbs Bake Shop just opened a location in Arlington a month ago.

No need to drive to D.C. to get great cupcakes. There is one fantastic cupcake shop right here in Mount Vernon. Located on Richmond Highway,

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I've tried a number of cupcakes over the last few months, but Occasionally Cake takes the cake! I recommend Pink Champagne and Toasted Coconut.

When you're out running errands or looking for dessert after a date with your sweetheart, be sure to stop by Occasionally Cake for a petite treat. 


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