Rubina Umarji

About the author: Rubina Umarji is the owner and executive cake artist of Rubina’s Cake Shoppe. After the birth of her first son in 2009, she left her career in engineering to focus on her two passions: her family and her edible art. Since then, she’s had the opportunity to showcase cakes and gourmet confections to thousands of dessert loving clients as well as over 100 of Hollywood’s hottest stars and has had her cakes featured on television. Now her days are focused on creating recipes and teaching cake decorating classes to all ages. Her favorite students are her three children, ages 7 months, 5 and 7. She frequently writes cake decorating tutorials and recipes on the Rubina’s Cake Shoppe Blog (www.rubinascakeshoppe.com/blog).

Enjoy your Sunday brunch without the guilt! These Belgian Waffles are soft and moist on the inside, but crisp on the outside. Brighten them up with a drizzle of fresh strawberry syrup and a swirl of fresh whipped cream and they are to die for. You would never guess that they are gluten free, sugar …

These Strawberry and Mascarpone Mousse Cups are irresistible. The strawberry mousse is made with fresh strawberries reduced down into a puree and then folded into whipped cream to give it a pure and intense strawberry flavor. The mascarpone cream is rich and decadent. The two mousses combined in one bite is just heavenly. Layer the mousses …

I love coffee. You love coffee. The world loves coffee. You’re probably drinking a cup (or two) of coffee as you are reading this. In honor of National Coffee Day, and because you can never get enough, I’ve rounded up 5 unique ways to get your coffee fix. Iced Coffee Popsicle – A chic way …

Did you know you can make a gorgeous flower cupcake without any special cake decorating supplies? All you need is a Ziploc bag and you can come up with something fun, creative, and delicious! I have included instructions on how to make a Whimsical Flower Cupcake, but you can use this technique to make any …

Here is an easy make ahead recipe for a Heavenly White Chocolate Mousse. This luscious and light-as-air mousse is an ethereal end to any meal. I like to serve the mousse in individual sized parfait bowls to make my guests feel extra special. Garnish this Heavenly White Chocolate Mousse with dark chocolate shavings or fresh berries for a contrast. It …

These Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Rolls can serve as an attractive appetizer for your guests, or even as a fun and healthy snack for your child. The saltiness and smokiness from the salmon, creaminess from the cheeses and tanginess from the capers combined together create the perfect savory bite. They sound fancy but can be …

Sometimes it’s nice to have a dessert option that isn’t so heavy and overly sweet but that can still satisfy your sweet tooth. This Triple Berry Mascarpone Trifle is a light and refreshing end to your meal. The mascarpone cheese folded into the fresh whipped cream adds richness and an extra depth of flavor. A …

My husband and children took me out for lunch on Mother’s Day at the Border Grill in Santa Monica, Los Angeles owned by chef Susan Fenigar and Mary Sue Milliken who you may have seen on many shows on TV including Top Chef Master. Chef Susan Feniger was there greeting guests from table to table. She was …

Happy National Milk Chocolate Dessert Day! I come from a long line of choco-holics so milk chocolate has a special place in my heart. I have the cutest and sweetest grandparents who, since I can remember, have kept a whole dresser drawer full of any chocolate candy that you could ever imagine. My sisters and I …

Giving the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, today I’m sharing the recipe for these incredible mini lime tarts. Decadently refreshing, they consist of a buttery crust with a silky smooth citrus filling made with fresh lime juice, lime zest, egg yolks, and condensed milk, with swirls of fresh whipped cream on top. These mini …

Naan is a staple in South Asian cuisine; this Indian flatbread typically accompanies stews and saucy dishes and is often used in place of a utensil to scoop up curry sauce. If you have a wheat allergy and love Indian and Pakistani food like my husband, that may be one of the food experiences you …

When I was a child, fruit roll ups were a staple in my house. My sisters and I loved to devour those bright and fruity treats as kids! So I wanted my children to experience the fun and exciting presentation of fruit roll ups, but with a healthier version. I discovered I could make my …