Nick Mancall-Bitel is the editor of the Travel section, oversees regional correspondents across the Eater network, and manages travel-focused sister site, Thrillist. Whether you’re trying to treat ...

Decorating a cake like a pro isn’t just about talent — it’s about preparation, the right tools, and mastering a few key techniques. From crumb coats to fondant smoothing, every step can make or break ...

Kat Thompson is the audience editor of Eater’s Southern California/Southwest region. Despite the fact that I’m a cooking editor, I don’t have much experience with cake decorating. I bake a lot, sure, ...

Molly Yeh is a food blogger and cookbook author who has contributed numerous recipes to Food & Wine and is the host of the Food Network show Girl Meets Farm. Freezing the cake layers for at least an ...

From simple doily lace sugar patterns to pro piping techniques, cake decorating doesn’t have to be intimidating. With the right tools, a few creative ideas, and some practice, you can turn any bake ...