Rebecca Merhej, the pastry chef at Love & Salt in Manhattan Beach, California, recently began baking layer cakes that are available for events. The two-layer confections are offered in unusual and sophisticated flavors, such as buttermilk polenta with berries and almond buttercream or chocolate olive oil cake with chocolate buttercream and sea salt. Seasonal specialties are available based on the baker’s finds at the local Santa Monica farmer’s market. Orders must be placed 48 hours in advance.
Photo: Courtesy of Love and Salt
KĂ©rastase Aura Botanica Launch Event
Small bites at the event included doughnut holes that guests could pick off from a tree. Peter Callahan Catering handled catering.
Photo:Â Brian Boulos
