COURTESY OF THE BUNNED BAKER
Floral cupcakes from The Bunned Baker , whose founder , Keri Trbovich , teaches online classes on how to decorate cakes , cupcakes and cookies . ( thebunnedbaker . com )
BOUQAKES The apothecary aesthetic come to the kitchen with a trend that has people of all ages trading bouquets for “ bouqakes ” ( cakes and breads decorated to look like flowers ). And taking online classes to learn how to decorate breads , cakes , cupcakes and cookies “ It ’ s a great way to showcase flowers in a different way ,” says Emanuel . “ These decorated cakes are the best gift , unifying the aesthetics and the flavor .”
MATCHA MAKEOVER Matcha , a Japanese superfood green tea , has become the morning energizer of 2024 , helping to reduce stress while giving your immune system a boost . “ I started drinking matcha a long time ago , because the benefits of the green tea are my favorite ,” says Emanuel . “ It helps me get ready for the morning and has all the antioxidants I need – which is an incredible bonus .” Replacing your morning Jo with Matcha will still give you that caffeine buzz , but its amino acids , L-Theanine , also provides a sense of focus - why else would monks , for many centuries , drink matcha before meditation ?
FLOWER POWER Besides reducing your carbon footprint , preserved botanicals require no watering , no pruning and can exist in most areas of your home . From loose dried branches to moss and wood arrangements to flowers preserved in glass , stoneware or paper mache , these no-fuss florals provide a sustainable alternative and unconventional design opportunity for homes and offices . “ Preserved botanicals make an elegant décor statement ,” says Emanuel , “ whether you choose them for an office centerpiece or a statement for your dining table .” weworldmagazine . com 18 Spring / Summer 2024