July 2025 Dessert & Food Guides – Your Quick Peek at the Month’s Top Posts

If you’re hunting for the best new sweet ideas, cake advice, or straight‑up food trivia from July, you’ve landed in the right spot. This archive rolls up everything we posted last month, from party‑ready cakes to vegan myths and budget‑friendly wedding cake hacks. Grab a coffee, skim the sections, and pick the pieces that fit your next baking session.

Cake & Celebration Ideas

We started the month with a deep‑dive into the most eaten cake on the planet, breaking down why that classic keeps showing up at birthdays and holidays. Want to know how to size a cake for 50 guests? The guide walks you through serving charts, tier options, and real‑world examples so you never over‑ or under‑serve. If birthday cakes feel overdone, our list of creative alternatives shows how cupcakes, dessert bars, and even themed pies can steal the spotlight.

Costco fans got a two‑part treat. First, we uncovered the secrets behind the chain’s famously moist cakes—think simple ingredients and big‑batch baking. Then we answered the hot question: can you order a photo cake at Costco? The answer is yes, and we share insider tips on timing and design to make your custom cake look sharp.

Wedding cake budget worries? Our 2025 price guide breaks down average costs, hidden fees, and how to stretch your dollars without skimping on style. Pair that with a fun post on what a wedding cake is actually called and the quirky history behind the term, and you’ll feel confident planning that centerpiece.

Vegan, Gluten‑Free & Food Trivia

Vegan readers got a lot of love. We explained why "Level 5" vegan life matters, and why some tahini brands might slip non‑vegan ingredients into the jar. Jelly sweets, hummus, and even popular junk‑food‑style "dirty vegan" snacks were put under the microscope, so you can enjoy them without surprise.

Gluten‑free bakers finally have an answer to the dense‑cake dilemma. The post reveals the science behind heavy textures and hands you three practical hacks for lighter loaves. A companion grain list shows which seeds and flours stay safe, while a quick guide to high‑gluten foods helps you avoid accidental slips.

We also tackled candy and confection myths. Want to know if you can freeze tiramisu without ruining it? Yes—follow our step‑by‑step storage plan. Curious about the real story of cannoli or the difference between king and queen cakes? Those deep‑dive articles blend history with easy recipes, making them perfect for a weekend kitchen adventure.

Celebrity diet fans got a peek at Johnny Depp’s plant‑based eating habits, and we sorted fact from rumor on whether Costco photos really end up on your cake. Meanwhile, snack‑curious readers learned which foods pack the most gluten and why certain eggs can surprise people with hidden gluten risks.

All these posts share one goal: give you clear, practical advice you can act on today. Whether you’re planning a party, tweaking a recipe for dietary needs, or just love a good food fact, July’s archive has something to spark your next kitchen move. Dive in, try a tip, and let us know how it turned out!