Absolutely loved working with Mel! She made the whole experience wonderful. She was easy to work with and delivered to our reception! We ordered cupcakes and they were delicious! She was very personable and responded quickly to anything and everything we threw her way! I absolutely recommend her!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jack Friend
Best scones I’ve ever had.
Caitlyn Booms
I had high hopes for this place but I wasn’t impressed with the flavor-especially for the price. They did a GREAT job with the presentation of the cake , however.
Kimberly Hom
There is so much I can say, but long story short, MSO is amazing, Melissa is amazing, her treats are SOOOOO good, and the chocolate cupcake is to DIE for. Hands down the best cupcake I've had in my life.I have also had her pepper thyme shortbread, oatmeal creme pie, petit four, opera cakes, lemon blueberry scones, sugar cookies, and a cake tasting kit with tons of different flavors. I am usu pretty picky when it comes to sweets and baked goods, but with MSO, I can pick out one or two things I wasn't crazy about (like the top piece on the opera cakes - they were a bit too gelatinous feeling to me) and that's it. Overall, everything has been phenomenal. They are not sickeningly sweet, they are just the right blend of sweet and buttery. Melissa is also super easy to work with, patient, and understanding. I can't wait till our wedding guests try out all her goods too!
Stephanie Ozinga
Mel made our wedding cake 5 years ago and every birthday since we’ve been enjoying her cakes! Recently we had our daughters 6th birthday to do some cookie decorating at the Main Street location and it was such a fun experience that all the kiddos enjoyed - PLENTY of frosting to go around! ? Mel goes above and beyond for it all.
Rosemary Paul
Purchased gluten free cupcakes for my sister-in-laws bday. They were the best cupcakes I have ever had. Will definitely order again.
Mackensie Allen
I love Mel’s Sweet Occassions. Not only is Mel super accommodating, but she’s a super talented baker too. I’ve used this bakery multiple times for custom treats but also for regular gluten free cinnamon roll orders and other treats, and I’ve never been disappointed. My most recent order was for my daughter’s 5th birthday party. She made my little girl’s unicorn dreams come true and I am so thankful!
Sarah Andersen-Swanson
Our dear daughter had her First Holy Communion this week and I wanted to get some special sweets. Mel made these gorgeous hand decorated shortbread cookies. They tasted as good as they looked! Mel does an outstanding job pouring her heart into each and every order she takes. Have an idea in mind, well Mel can make it come to life. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Jessica Alejandra
Mel was awesome to work with. My wedding cake was a statement piece and omg delicious!!! The dessert table was a big hit with guests, they were gone by the end of the night. Thank you Mel for the bold Mexican flavors and honoring my heritage.
Annie Keller
Mel’s creates amazing cakes and treats - especially gluten free options that don’t taste gluten free! They are very easy to work with and super friendly. With an easy to access location on Main St in Ames you can’t go wrong.
Hi, Mel!I think you should become a nationally renowned patisserie because everyone around me that I talked to about you knew about your incredibly delicious cupcakes! I’d never been a fan of cupcakes, but I’m sure that I’m gonna miss these yummy sweets when I’m back in Korea. Thank you so much for making my son’s 9th birthday party even more special with your great work today!(Sorry we ruined your beautiful work a bit. My son tried to help me, and carried the boxes vertically! -_-;)
R MN
Mel did these 21st birthday cupcakes for me and they turned out just perfect! I asked for florals and succulents and she nailed it!! :)
Anna Segner
Mel's Sweet Occasions made our wedding cake-vanilla almond! Very pretty with edible flower petals. Very pretty sort of hippie, elegant look. We loved the look and the taste.
Anna Segner
We had Mel make our wedding cake. Gorgeous cake with pressed dried flowers. Very elegant, and it captured our more intimate and playful event. We got the vanilla almond flavor, and everyone loved it. Highly recommend.
Cindy Larson
Mel did a great job on a custom order for me. It was a strange request but she did it and turned out well! I highly recommend Mel’s. Willing to listen and also very professional results!! Thanks again!
Absolutely loved working with Mel! She made the whole experience wonderful. She was easy to work with and delivered to our reception! We ordered cupcakes and they were delicious! She was very personable and responded quickly to anything and everything we threw her way! I absolutely recommend her!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best scones I’ve ever had.
I had high hopes for this place but I wasn’t impressed with the flavor-especially for the price. They did a GREAT job with the presentation of the cake , however.
There is so much I can say, but long story short, MSO is amazing, Melissa is amazing, her treats are SOOOOO good, and the chocolate cupcake is to DIE for. Hands down the best cupcake I've had in my life.I have also had her pepper thyme shortbread, oatmeal creme pie, petit four, opera cakes, lemon blueberry scones, sugar cookies, and a cake tasting kit with tons of different flavors. I am usu pretty picky when it comes to sweets and baked goods, but with MSO, I can pick out one or two things I wasn't crazy about (like the top piece on the opera cakes - they were a bit too gelatinous feeling to me) and that's it. Overall, everything has been phenomenal. They are not sickeningly sweet, they are just the right blend of sweet and buttery. Melissa is also super easy to work with, patient, and understanding. I can't wait till our wedding guests try out all her goods too!
Mel made our wedding cake 5 years ago and every birthday since we’ve been enjoying her cakes! Recently we had our daughters 6th birthday to do some cookie decorating at the Main Street location and it was such a fun experience that all the kiddos enjoyed - PLENTY of frosting to go around! ? Mel goes above and beyond for it all.
Purchased gluten free cupcakes for my sister-in-laws bday. They were the best cupcakes I have ever had. Will definitely order again.
I love Mel’s Sweet Occassions. Not only is Mel super accommodating, but she’s a super talented baker too. I’ve used this bakery multiple times for custom treats but also for regular gluten free cinnamon roll orders and other treats, and I’ve never been disappointed. My most recent order was for my daughter’s 5th birthday party. She made my little girl’s unicorn dreams come true and I am so thankful!
Our dear daughter had her First Holy Communion this week and I wanted to get some special sweets. Mel made these gorgeous hand decorated shortbread cookies. They tasted as good as they looked! Mel does an outstanding job pouring her heart into each and every order she takes. Have an idea in mind, well Mel can make it come to life. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Mel was awesome to work with. My wedding cake was a statement piece and omg delicious!!! The dessert table was a big hit with guests, they were gone by the end of the night. Thank you Mel for the bold Mexican flavors and honoring my heritage.
Mel’s creates amazing cakes and treats - especially gluten free options that don’t taste gluten free! They are very easy to work with and super friendly. With an easy to access location on Main St in Ames you can’t go wrong.
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Hi, Mel!I think you should become a nationally renowned patisserie because everyone around me that I talked to about you knew about your incredibly delicious cupcakes! I’d never been a fan of cupcakes, but I’m sure that I’m gonna miss these yummy sweets when I’m back in Korea. Thank you so much for making my son’s 9th birthday party even more special with your great work today!(Sorry we ruined your beautiful work a bit. My son tried to help me, and carried the boxes vertically! -_-;)
Mel did these 21st birthday cupcakes for me and they turned out just perfect! I asked for florals and succulents and she nailed it!! :)
Mel's Sweet Occasions made our wedding cake-vanilla almond! Very pretty with edible flower petals. Very pretty sort of hippie, elegant look. We loved the look and the taste.
We had Mel make our wedding cake. Gorgeous cake with pressed dried flowers. Very elegant, and it captured our more intimate and playful event. We got the vanilla almond flavor, and everyone loved it. Highly recommend.
Mel did a great job on a custom order for me. It was a strange request but she did it and turned out well! I highly recommend Mel’s. Willing to listen and also very professional results!! Thanks again!