"We’ve been visiting Maria's Sweeties since we moved to Connecticut nearly a decade ago, and the cakes are nothing short of phenomenal. I used to be all about the frosting and filling, thinking of cake merely as the structure holding everything together. However, the cakes at Sweet Maria’s are so moist and flavorful that they stand out on their own and are absolutely worth savoring!
As much as we enjoy the taste of the cakes, we're big on celebrations, and we always choose themed birthday cakes (or cakes for any occasion) whenever we can. Diane is a true creative genius! One of my favorite cakes was a pirate-themed creation for my husband’s birthday a few years back. It featured a distant ship, a treasure chest overflowing with gold coins on the beach, two pirates dressed up (who looked suspiciously like PopPop and our granddaughter), and ocean waves adorning the sides. It was nothing short of exquisite!
Another standout was a Hairspray-themed cake, which had the birthday girl’s name spelled out in the musical's iconic logo blocks, with huge 60s-style flip hair and cans of hairspray along the sides. The flavors of these cakes are incredible—not overly sweet, making them appealing to adult tastes.
The cookies, especially the fabulous biscotti, make perfect hostess gifts or treats for yourself. Recently, they've also added other delightful confections, including chocolate-dipped treats, French macarons (shout out to Kellie!), and beautifully crafted cupcakes and cake in a cup.
One of my favorite ways to spend a morning is to relax in the charming little side room of the bakery with a cup of coffee and some delicious treats. If I have the time, I love to catch up with Maria, Kellie, Diane, and the rest of the Sweet Things crew. It's no surprise that when there's a party coming up, my family—spread out across the tri-state area—always asks, "Will you bring the cake?""
