Casey Reinhardt's Debut On FN's Cupcake Wars

Casey Reinhardt and her famous Casey's Cupcakes will be featured on Food Network's hit show Cupcake Wars, airing on February 22, 2011.

Casey's Cupcakes, already a tasty destination at the Mission Inn Hotel and Spa in Riverside, Calif. has now opened new location in Laguna Beach, California.

"I'm so excited to bring our sweet treats to the locals of my own hometown," Casey, the star of MTV's former hit show Laguna Beach tells Life & Style. "It is my pleasure to hand guests cupcakes from my Great Grandma's irresistible recipe. Each one mixes love with the freshest ingredients to make the perfect treat."

With their distinctive packaging and myriad of flavors Casey's Cupcakes are also the ideal gift.The intimate 931 square foot space takes design inspiration from a classic Parisian café with a glamorous Hollywood twist. The store incorporates bright splashes of pink with classy black accents and whimsical accessories.

The new Laguna Beach location is at 303 Broadway at Broadway Plaza on the corner of Ocean Avenue.

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'Laguna Beach' Alum Riding Cupcake Wave

Casey Reinhardt, a former cast member of “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County,” has joined the cupcake wave and has started a cupcake shop in Riverside, with plans to expand into Orange County.

On Friday, she celebrated her 24th birthday at the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside, where Casey’s Cupcakes is located. The Mission Inn is owned by her stepfather and mother, Duane and Kelly Roberts of Laguna Beach.

About 300 people attended the party, she said, with Girl Scouts in attendance, free cupcakes for kids and others buying “Rockin’ Red Velvet” and other varieties for 25 percent off.

“So many people came and just supported the shop,” she said. “I’m thankful to the Riverside community.”

About her culinary skills, she said, “I’m a horrible cook, but I’m a great baker.”

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