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"I learned that the inventor of the now-famous Mille Crêpes cake has opened a new Lady M cake boutique in San Diego at Westfield UTC on Level 1 next to Forever 21 near Palm Plaza. Open Monday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the shop is offering walk-in service but is not yet taking pre-orders. Featuring at least 20 alternating layers of crepes and cream, the delicate cakes come in flavors from original to green tea, chocolate, pistachio, and tiramisu, sold by the slice or as 6-inch or 9-inch whole cakes; the bakery also releases seasonal flavors (winter specials include red velvet, butter pecan, and marron). The menu often extends to other desserts — flourless chocolate cake, coconut cheesecake, and Mont Blanc made with homemade chestnut puree, whipped cream, and candied chestnuts — and the shop stocks cake-inspired confections like champagne gummy bears and creme brulee almonds, plus hot and iced tea and coffee. With more than 50 locations across North America and Asia, Lady M currently has no plans for additional San Diego locations beyond this UTC boutique." - Candice Woo