Ko M.
Yelp
Gluten Free? This is for ye!
A bunch of family and friends are gluten intolerant. And this means that I am, by extension, often in the gluten free zone. Personally, I eat both gluten and gluten free treats, and have harsh opinions about recipes that lack gluten science. HB gets it right.
Although the gluten free alternative recipes for many things are getting better, it is sometimes difficult to find some really good gluten free baked desserts. Not here.
FOOD
Gluten free cakes, cupcakes, and custom treats from HB are all delicious and moist without being overly oily or gummy. The rising is done remarkably well. (I think I've had their vegan cupcakes accidentally - they were good).
(Edit: Oh, their GF macarons are amazing - per my daughter)
SERVICE
I've never been in the store when it's been particularly busy. Maybe 1 or 2 other people tops. Service there is always good, and custom orders are handled like you're their only client! So nice to be treated with such care.
PRICE
If you purchase gluten free flours, you know that the ingredients cost more than wheat flour. But the cost for their confections isn't much more than you'd pay at any other custom bakery - and it's something everyone can enjoy.
LOCATION
It's a little tough to get to, but worth it. If you're in the BURBANK area, you probably have a bunch of hidden gems that are on the "hard to get to" side of the street. Put this on the list with those. Located near the Burbank Costco, there is a lot of traffic in the area sometimes.
CUSTOM ORDERS.
I've gotten simple cakes from them - really easy.
This year: gifts from HB for clients' gift baskets. They totally hit a homerun.
I'll be back for birthday cupcakes soon!