cocoa & fig: October 2011

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Proposal Planning Giveaway

Proposal Planning is a newer trend that assists men in creating a unique, personalized setting for that perfect propsal moment that the couple will remember forever. We're excited to share a giveaway of an extraordinary proposal planning opportunity - Elizabeth Anne Weddings along with several top-quality Twin Cities wedding vendors are partnering to give a winter Proposal Planning package to a lucky guy!

This package includes:

Planning Assistance by Elizabeth Anne Weddings

Photography by Jeff Loves Jessica Photography

Videography by Capture Studios

Flowers by Ashley Fox

Graphic Design by redshoes 26 design

and Sweets by Cocoa & Fig

If you (or someone you know) have been wanting to propose, but just needed a little help creating that perfect setting for the proposal moment -- then this is the opportunity for you! To enter, email info@elizabethanneweddings and include a little about yourself, your girlfriend, your love story, and the ideal proposal.

Entries must be received by November 13, 2011. Winner will be contacted the week of November 14, 2011. Proposal will take place between December 1, 2011 and January 23, 2012.

Monday, October 24, 2011

Cocoa & Fig at Maiden MN 2011

For the third year in a row, Cocoa & Fig will be taking part in the stylishly fun and charitable shopping event, Maiden Minnesota. Taking place at the Graves 601 Hotel on November 3rd, Maiden Minnesota features a wide range of products and services from women-owned businesses in Minnesota.

We'll be offering cupcakes, cake lollipops, and French macarons, and you'll also have a chance to bid on something decadent from us at the silent auction. Learn more and purchase tickets at the Maiden Minnesota website. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Gourmet S'mores Bar by Cocoa & Fig

We had the chance to debut our Gourmet S'mores Bar at the Independent Wedding Association's Groom's Night event - and what a success! Check out their blog for a recap along with highlights and photos of all the participants.

Attendees enjoyed the interactive s'mores dessert option with house-made graham crackers, three different types of Ghiradelli chocolate to choose from, and locally produced marshmallows in raspberry, chocolate, and vanilla bean. If the only marshmallows you've ever had were the ones that come in a bag, wait until you indulge in a made-from-scratch variety! And we guarantee that when you try our graham crackers, you'll never go back to the blue box again.

We also made ribbon-tied S'mores guest favors so guests could re-create the fun at home. What a perfect sweet treat to leave your guests with at the end of a fun-filled celebration. They'll thank you for weeks to come!

These wonderful photos were taken by Sarah McGee Photography.

Made-from-scratch Raspberry Marshmallows for S'mores

Credits:
Photography: Sarah McGee Photography
S'mores Bar: Cocoa & Fig

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Turning Pink for a Good Cause

Cocoa & Fig Turning Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Our desserts are turning pink for three days this month to help find a cure for breast cancer!

Stop by our Gaviidae shop on October 17th, 18th, and 19th to pick up a sweet treat and help fight the disease that affects more than 1.4 million women each year.

Cocoa & Fig will donate 25% of retail sales from these three days directly to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. You can also make a donation directly to the cause at our shop. Help us reach our goal of donating $2,000!

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Wedding Inspiration Shoot: Library Love

There is something elegantly chic about antique furniture, vintage jewelry, colorfully covered books, old typewriters, and horn-rimmed glasses. These things were the inspiration behind our most recent photo shoot - Library Love. Some magnificent Twin Cities wedding vendors came together to create this uber-cute wedding setting including photographer Jeff Loves Jessica, stationer Paperista, Spruce flower boutique, and Lime Canary vintage rentals. We couldn't have asked for a nicer team to work with on this one.

Cocoa & Fig designed two cakes - one with a more masculine style of clean lines and chevron stripes and the other in a frilly, feminine style reflecting the ruffles in the bridal gown. We also made custom tinted French macarons in green, banana pudding layered desserts shooters, lemon meringue tartlets, cake lollipops in cute pale green cups, and toasted coconut cupcakes tied with a little blue ribbon.

Enjoy!