The Flying Cupcake Bakery

Sweetness in a cup : By Jolene Ketzenberger

"What is it about cupcakes?
The cute little treats, long a staple of bake sales and birthday parties, have become something of a celebrity in the bake world. An appearance of New York City's Magnolia Bakery cupcakes on HBO's "Sex and the City" in 2000 boosted the bakery's business, and the city sprouted even more cupcake shops. Sprinkles opened in 2005 in Los Angeles, and since then, shops specializing in the petite treats have sprung up in cities across the country -- including Indianapolis..."

Indianapolis Monthly - Indy's Best Cupcakes

"Big boys and girls are lining up for The Flying Cupcake’s selection of homemade frosted delights that seem almost too nice for kiddie parties. [They] aren’t kidding around with favorites like the Red Velvet Elvis, the Black Bottom, and tasty surprises like a Coconut Monster that’s as moist as a sugar-cream pie. Keep an eye on what’s going on behind the counter, because the latest selection warm from the oven is the best way to go..."

By Jenna Widmann

"Open the red door and walk into an old-time sweets shop where no child goes unsatisfied.
Take one step in and smell the sugary scent in the air. Look through a glass showcase and find confectionary goodies at The Flying Cupcake.
Big clear jars filled to the brim with pink, yellow, orange, blue and multicolored sugar toppings..."

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