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CHEESECAKE IS THE NEW WEDDING CAKE

BY SANDRA KRAVITZ AND JIMMY MAZZOLA

If you love cheesecake, cheesecake wedding cakes are a dream come true. This recent trend has become an alternative to the traditional wedding cake. While cheesecake is a classic dessert, serving it at weddings has only become more common in the last couple years. See some pointers below for consideration when choosing your menu:

• Choose a special lavor or decorations for the bridal cake with a personalized cake topper. Add chocolate or caramel for extra drama.

• Dessert bars are a popular choice for couples who want variety and novelty. The dessert table could end up being the most frequented spot of the night.

This could be an option alongside the traditional cake or stand all on its own. There is no limit to what kind of treats you can serve.

• Cupcakes and tartlets are bite-size portions that complement the wedding cake. These are easier to serve and can be made into many different lavors.

Cheesecake pops, bar and cheesecake parfaits are great individual dessert options. These treats can be displayed on tiers and pretty trays to add elegance to your special day.

• Take the season into account when considering lavors and decor. Getting married in the spring?

Incorporate bright fruits and light citrus lavors and decorate with fresh blooms. Planning for a fall wedding? Consider adding pumpkin and apple lavors to the menu.

There are options for everyone, and it’s a great way to make your wedding unique.

Siblings Sandra Kravitz and Jimmy Mazzola recently purchased the popular Cheesecake Shoppe in St. Clair Shores. Sandra and Jimmy, along with master baker Kim Knuth, have been collaborating their business and baking efforts to perfect the community’s favorite desserts and coffee drinks. The Cheesecake Shoppe specializes in custom cakes, cupcakes and tartlets for all of life’s special occasions. 42 the shores

Auto No-Fault Insurance Update

It was announced in early December 2021 that the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association {MCCA} will refund $3 billion of its $5 billion projected surplus resulting in refunds of $400 per vehicle to Michigan drivers.

All vehicles that were insured as of 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2021 are eligible to receive a refund if the vehicle was covered by a policy that meets the minimum insurance requirements for operating a vehicle on Michigan roads.

Under the 2019 no-fault law changes, the MCCA was to analyze the need for a refund to motorists by September of 2022. Th e surplus funds will be turned over by the MCCA to the insurance companies in March, 2022.

Th e MCCA has announced that the refund will be $400 per eligible car or motorcycle. For example, if you had auto insurance policies for two cars as of 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2021, you will receive a refund of $800. Th e refund is $80 per historical vehicle.

A refund check or an ACH deposit will be issued to eligible Michigan policyholders. If you are eligible to receive a refund, it will be sent to you by your insurance company, and you will not have to do anything to receive it.

Aitken & Ormond Insurance will keep you updated and additional information and answers to any questions can be found at: www.michigan.gov