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Sugar Geek Show

Food Blogger, Content Creator

Liz Marek is the owner of Sugar Geek Show, an online cake decorating school and blog, in Portland Oregon. Liz specializes in sculpted cakes, realistic figure modeling, and cake structures but also enjoys making sugar flowers, working with isomalt, chocolate work, and experimenting with the limits of what sugar can do. In 2014, she began traveling and teaching all over the world as well as competing and has won numerous awards. She has since retired from cake decorating to pursue teaching and content creation full-time. She is most well-known for her book, Artisan Cake Company's Visual Guide to Cake Decorating, and winning season 7 of Halloween Wars on the Food Network. You can find more of Liz's tutorials, recipes, and online classes on her YouTube channel "Sugar Geek Show" or on her online school. www.sugargeekshow.com

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Calling All Foodie Travelers!

I'm taking a small group of women (I call this "Soul Sisters Travel") to Portugal this July … and I want you to join us! I've traveled a lot of places. I've eaten my way through a lot of countries. And Portugal is one of those places that made me stop and think, I need to bring people here. The food. The tile work on buildings that are hundreds of years old. Beaches backed by cliffs that look like they were carved by someone who really knew what they were doing. It's one of the most beautiful...

about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Surprisingly easy desserts to make this Valentine's Day

Marbled Heart Cookies Easy marbled sugar cookies Recipe No Spread Sugar Cookie Dough Soft & Fluffy Recipe Chocolate covered strawberries Foolproof recipe! No cracking, no sweating. Recipe Dark chocolate truffles So easy and so decadant! Recipe Authentic Lava Cake Perfectly ooey-gooey Recipe Chocolate Souffle The most impressive dessert! Recipe Pana Cotta with Strawberry Gelee Incredibly delicious but easy to make! Recipe Chocolate Honey Mousse So easy to make for a crowd Recipe

about 2 months ago • 1 min read
close up of piped ganache on a cupcake

Never be confused about why your ganache didnt turn out again! This recipe not only goes over every ratio for ganache but ALL the types of ganache (white, milk, dark) AND how to fix problems! Get The Recipe

3 months ago • 1 min read
close up of a slice of death by chocolate cake on a grey plate

No joke! I created this Death By Chocolate Cake recipe almost TEN years ago and it's one of the most popular recipes on my blog for a reason! A must bake for this Valentines day! Get The Recipe

3 months ago • 1 min read

Looking for more protein-packed recipes in the new year? Check these out! Smoked Beef Tenderloin Published on September 12, 2025 Melt in your mouth smoked beef tenderloin using the reverse sear method. All you need is a simple rub, a smoker, and the right technique! The post Smoked Beef Tenderloin appeared first on Sugar Geek Show. Read more...

3 months ago • 1 min read
close up of brown butter cream cheese frosting

Five Ways We’re Obsessed With Cream Cheese Right Now If there’s one ingredient that quietly makes everything better, it’s cream cheese. Tangy, rich, and endlessly versatile, it’s the secret behind some of our favorite bakes—especially when we want something that feels a little extra without being complicated. Here are five cream cheese recipes we’re loving right now, and exactly how we’re using them. 1. Piped onto cupcakes There’s nothing quite like a tall swirl of cream cheese frosting piped...

4 months ago • 1 min read
gingerbread cathedral

Just Published! Gingerbread Cathedral Sign up to be an Elite member of Sugar Geek University and get the latest video and gingerbread house template! The gingerbread cathedral! Sign Up For Tutorials (ELITE)

4 months ago • 1 min read
Close up of apple pie slice

We're officially prepping for Christmas Dinner! This is what we're making! Main: Smoked Prime Rib This Smoked Prime Rib has a smoky crust and a perfectly pink center. This foolproof method makes an impressive dinner without the stress! The post Smoked Prime Rib appeared first on Sugar Geek Show. Sides: Robuchon Mashed Potatoes, Sauteed Asparagus, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Homemade Rolls Dessert: Caramel Apple Pie

4 months ago • 1 min read
closeup of sausage gravy

Just Published! Creamy Homemade Sausage Gravy Published on December 4, 2025 Sausage gravy is the ultimate comfort food—rich, cozy, and unbelievably easy to make from scratch. This homemade version comes together in one skillet with simple ingredients, creating the kind of creamy white gravy that transforms any morning into a slow, comforting moment. Poured over warm homemade biscuits or fluffy hash browns, it's the hearty breakfast that feels like christmas morning no matter what day it is....

4 months ago • 1 min read
Leftover Turkey Casserole thats even better the second time around!

I make this EVERY year! Leftover Turkey Casserole Published on November 27, 2025 Make the most of your Thanksgiving extras with this Leftover Turkey Casserole. Trust me, you need this cozy casserole in your life! The post Leftover Turkey Casserole appeared first on Sugar Geek Show. Read more...

4 months ago • 1 min read