Small business Spotlight with BabyCakes By Tiffany

Sistah’s Place Small Business Spotlight June/July 2018

Small Business Feature with BabyCakes by Tiffany

By Terri Shayne

Photo Credits: Marc Anthony

Our Small business feature for our issue is highlighting small business owner Tiffany Lewis Beasley. What is her business? BabyCakes by Tiffany was launched in 2014 as a web-based business specializing in cakes and pastries that are small enough to be savored without regret.

Everything from cheesecake bites to red velvet, pound cake, apple pie tartlets, chocolate mousse cups and more. BabyCakes covers the Naperville and most of the Chicagoland area. Whether it's a birthday party, anniversary, bridal/baby shower, wedding, girl’s party or any special event, BabyCakes by Tiffany can customize the themed event with a fabulous dessert table.

Terri Shayne

Sistah’s Place Small Business Spotlight June/July 2018

We sat down with a Q&A to learn more about BabyCakes by Tiffany with owner Tiffany Lewis- Beasley. She shares her nuggets of wisdom and a few favorite treats for our readers. Being a business owner comes with ups and downs that will either make you or break you as a business owner. Many women are stepping out on faith to launch their own small business whether it’s online or a home-based business. When you are passionate about your gifts and determined to make your dreams real, you will push forward through all barriers.

Sistah’s Place: What are some of your favorite items on BabyCakes menu?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: Some popular menu items for BabyCakes are the cheesecake bites, red velvet babycakes, and the French macarons.

Sistah’s Place: Do you have some favorite desserts that you love preparing?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: I enjoy and love preparing my favorite cheesecake bites. This is a recipe that I have tweaked and perfected. It is my specialty and I enjoy making this dessert because the look on my client's face is priceless on how delicious they say the dessert is.

Sistah’s Place: What makes your business unique from another bakery to in Chicago Region?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: What makes my business different is that because I am a chef, I pride myself on fresh and authentic ingredients and use old fashion techniques to ensure the highest quality. I specialized in themed dessert tables. So if you want a small dessert treat for four or a larger event for 300 or more, I will accommodate the event to be spectacular beyond the imagination.

Terri Shayne

Sistah’s Place Small Business Spotlight June/July 2018

Sistah’s Place: Being a businesswoman, what obstacles have you faced?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: Growth would probably be my biggest obstacles. I want to grow my business overnight but I know that it takes time and connecting with the right network means patience and timing for that to all happen. In due time, I know growth will come.

Sistah’s Place: What are some business tips or advice you can give other women in business or those thinking of pursuing entrepreneurship?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: I would advise other women to share the hurdles and struggles that you have experienced with others just starting out. So many women have paved the way for the next women to achieve more. Share the secrets, share the stories, share the obstacles, so the next women behind you can be okay. We all have to work together and work as a team. Teamwork, makes the dream work!

Sistah’s Place: How can folks in Chicago area & suburbs place an order with Baby Cakes by Tiffany?

BabyCakes by Tiffany: Folks can place an order by visiting me on my website at www.babycakes-bytiffany.com, via phone, 630-473-5180, or by social media Facebook, IG.

BabyCakes by Tiffany has some delicious treats that will have your mouth watering. Check her out here in the Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs of Naperville. You will not regret the savory tastes of BabyCakes by Tiffany. We thank you, Tiffany, for sharing your nuggets of wisdom for the next generation of women with a business mindset and your delicious treats.

Terri Shayne

Sistah’s Place Small Business Spotlight June/July 2018

All photo’s courtesy of BabyCakes By Tiffany

Terri Shayne