Zibatreats Cakes

"Those with dietary restrictions have a tough run at baked goods, given that many cakes incorporate ingredients that need to be avoided. It’s nice to know, however, that Zibatreats Cakes has you covered. Not only is baker Hosna Tavakoli making less-sweet cakes that taste more like the Iranian cakes she loves, but she’s also crafting vegan, keto, and gluten-free versions so more can enjoy them. They’re custom cakes, so some planning ahead is in order, but well worth it for those who can’t go elsewhere." - Dianne de Guzman, Becky Duffett

"The custom cakes at Zibatreats can be made with just about any allergen in mind, which absolutely includes gluten-free and vegan. Hosna Tavakoli’s cakes are ideal for Persian New Year, sure, but also for the holidays, a proper dinner party, and even an engagement. Since she’s yet to open a customer-facing permanent location, place an order online. Not all her cakes are made gluten-free, so be mindful of the possibility of cross-contamination." - Dianne de Guzman, Paolo Bicchieri

"Zibatreats, the San Francisco-based bakery known for its decadent cakes, is expanding to San Jose. Run by owner Hosna Tavakoli, the bakery sells cakes that are reminiscent in flavor to desserts from Tavakoli’s home of Iran, but can also accommodate vegan and keto diets." - Lauren Saria

"In summer 2020, Hosna Tavakoli decided to leave her architecture career to focus on cakes. She turned that interest into a business: Zibatreats, 'ziba' meaning 'beautiful' in Farsi. Living in San Mateo during the pandemic, she found herself with a lot of free time. She and her husband, Ben Nader, are both from Iran." - Paolo Bicchieri