The Hub October 2013 | Page 13

There’is a growing trend of people trying to find a way to enjoy their treats while staying healthy. where you eat two pieces and then the rest is left,” says Blak-Gill. “Right now we sell a lot more cupcakes than we ever did.” While cupcakes are becoming more popular every day, there’s also a growing trend of people trying to find a way to enjoy their treats while staying healthy. Healthy eating has become an important part of people’s lives and when it comes to cupcakes, it’s not an easy thing to focus on. Finding a healthy alternative that allows you to enjoy the taste without adding fat and sugar is difficult. Cupcakes allow for portion control because of their size. Unlike a full size cake where you might worry about leftovers and feel a need to eat more, a cupcake only has what is baked into the cup. Stores are also trying recipes that omit gluten from the products to make their food healthier, even if only by a small amount. Alee Brecka, manager of Healthy Creations in Windsor, says gluten-free cupcakes can help people digest the snack, but she does caution people to remember it’s still a treat. “It’s not necessarily something that you’re going to say is the healthiest thing, but if you were going to compare in the long run it’s better for you,” says Brecka. Brecka says gluten-free can also help people who don’t have issues with gluten because they use products that are good for you. “We use different alternatives and those grains are easier on your body,” says Brecka. “There’s no preservatives, there’s no additives, so you’re getting all the natural baked products instead of stuff that can sit on the shelves for weeks.” With places like these and many others catering to cupcake customers in Windsor-Essex, it’s unlikely this craze will end soon. So buy a cupcake, peel off its plastic wrapper and enjoy the best part about a cupcake: no fork required. Video Bonus! Bouquets a Centrepieces Birthdays a Anniversaries Special Events Fresh cupcakes for all occasions Made to order for any budget A sweet spot to stop for a tasty treat in Olde Walkerville! 1580 Wyandotte St. E. The video at left features our own Sea ?)A???????????????????????????????????)????????????((???????????)Y????????????????((0