Cupcakes and cakes are absolute perfection when iced in buttercream. There's just no substitute for the stuff - no low fat, low calorie, health food alternative - so don't act like you're sad about that fact. We're all in the same calorie ridden, finger licking, buttery icing-loving club. Buttercream also belongs to my long list of beautiful foods. You know the ones I'm talking about: those shallow, gorgeous eats that I keep raving on about with their tasty appearances.

What's your favourite recipe for buttercream? I'm a huge fan of Magnolia's Cupcakes (made famous by the girls from Sex and the City) and their buttery topping. And, of course, true to my Martha-loving nature, I also suggest this recipe for Chocolate Buttercream.

Once you've iced your cake, raise the beauty bar a bit, add a few edible flowers (marigolds, carnation petals, chrysanthemums, violets, geraniums) for decoration.

Do you have any suggestions on how to make a cake extra gorgeous? Are you a fan of Buttercream Icing?