valentine's day Rachel in Los Angeles this weekend

A reminder that I, Rachel, will be in Los Angeles this weekend from Friday-Sunday, so my posting from now through then may be light, but I will be covering CupcakeCamp LA on Saturday and would love to meet readers! I don't drive, so my planning of bakery visits is a little iffy, but I'm looking forward to checking out some ones I've missed in my travels. I'm staying in downtown LA - if any bakeries want to get in touch, email me at cupcakestakethecake at gmail.com - the best time for me to meet is at or before/after CupcakeCamp LA on Saturday, but I may have time Friday and Sunday.

CupcakeCamp LA details (click for the official site):

CupcakeCamp LA is THIS Saturday, Nov. 20th!

A tasty celebration for cupcake lovers to benefit non-profits.

The global “Cupcake Camp” phenomenon is finally coming to Los Angeles for a uniquely delicious charity fundraiser with a style befitting the showbiz capital of the world.

On Saturday, November 20th, Cupcake Camp L.A. will give local cupcake lovers a chance to sample creations from the region’s best commercial and amateur bakers, several of whom are planning to debut unique holiday-themed and wedding cupcakes.

Register for Cupcake Camp LA - a tasty celebration for cupcake lovers to benefit non-profits. in Hollywood, CA on Eventbrite

General admission tickets are $15 and kids five and under are $5. Tickets may be purchased in-advance at: http://cupcakecampla.eventbrite.com.

Proceeds from Cupcake Camp L.A. will benefit nonprofit organizations including Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue (a nationally-recognized rescue that prevents equine abuse and saves retired racehorses from slaughter), InvisiblePeople.tv (which empowers homeless people to tell their stories and connect with support services via online social media) and American Tortoise Rescue (which provides sanctuary and advocates to protect turtles and tortoises all over the world).

Produced by Los Angeles-based BakeSpace.com, the family-oriented event will feature a special kids cupcake decorating section and even a college football viewing lounge next door (with special drink rates for Cupcake Camp attendees).

November 20th, 2010 | 12pm-5pm
The Music Box
6126 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA