The sweet season two finale of DC Cupcakes is here! In this video chat, Georgetown Cupcakes co-owner and sister Sophie LaMontagne told you the things you've been dying to know all season right from the DC Cupcakes kitchen.
When you got into the cupcake industry, did you learn on your own or go to a baking class?
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April 08, 2011 9:20 AM
When did you get into the cupcake business & how long did it take you to establish flowing customers?
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April 08, 2011 9:18 AM
Do you secretly think it's silly for people to stand in that long line for a cupcake?
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April 08, 2011 10:34 AM
How do you go about experimenting in different flavor cupcakes, and how do you know what will work in a cupcake (as far as fruits, spices etc.) without it weighing it down?
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April 08, 2011 9:11 AM
What is your favorite cupcake that you guys made?
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April 07, 2011 6:28 PM
Hi, Sophie and Katherine!!! So, I LOVE making cupcakes with my friend. We are AWESOME at decorating, and we're only kids. :) Where did you guys find or create your cupcake recipes? Is it a passed down-family recipe? Thanks!
~ A very excited, cupcake/baker girl, Eden. :D
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April 07, 2011 6:31 PM
Where did Katherine get the dress she wore at "Mommy and Daddy's" 40th wedding anniversary? I loved it! - Love your show and congrats to Katherine and hi to Sophie. Thank you, Javana
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April 08, 2011 8:24 AM
What is the worst and best part about working along side with your sister?
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April 08, 2011 9:00 AM
Will you do a special Washington Capitals cupcake during the Stanley Cup Playoffs? I know John Carlson and others like your cupcakes since they tweet about them.
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April 08, 2011 9:11 AM
I saw a delivery truck from a rival store yesterday and wondered if you'd ever thought about a van or truck where you'd set up shop in different locations. Thanks.
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April 08, 2011 8:37 AM
What makes a cupcake moist & fluffy, what makes them dry?
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April 08, 2011 9:15 AM
First of all I love your show and how you make so many different kinds of unique cupcakes. My question is how do you fit your every day lives into the hustle and bustle of running a business?
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April 08, 2011 8:51 AM
Marigolds cupcakes are a legend in New York, and now you are legends in DC. Do you know any other cities that can now be defined by their remarkable cupcakes? Off hand I can't, but you're the experts!
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April 08, 2011 9:26 AM
Why did you decide to open your own business?
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April 08, 2011 8:59 AM
How many cupcakes does your bakery produce per day since its first opening?
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April 08, 2011 8:44 AM
Is Georgetown Cupcakes going to stay exclusively in D.C. and the surrounding cities or would their be other locations opening up further elsewhere in the future -Rodnie, Virginia Beach, VA.
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April 08, 2011 8:55 AM
What were your jobs before Georgetown cupcake?
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April 08, 2011 8:21 AM
Do you think the cupcake craze is subsiding at all? I keep hearing rumors that pies will soon be the next "in" dessert.
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April 07, 2011 11:18 PM
How long did it take you to plan and open your shop once you made the decision to do it?
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April 07, 2011 6:33 PM
How often do you have job (like cashier, etc.) openings available?
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April 07, 2011 6:25 PM
How can I keep the cupcakes fresh for 2-4 days without freezing them?
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April 07, 2011 10:09 PM
In what area do you sell the most cupcakes: Store traffic, catering or shipping?
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April 07, 2011 9:36 PM
Now that you have two locations and two seasons of DC Cupcakes under your belt, what is the next big step for Georgetown Cupcake?
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April 07, 2011 6:10 PM
What brand of peanut butter do you use in the Chocolate PB Swirl? Thank you!!
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April 07, 2011 8:55 PM
I LOVE the show and Georgetown Cupcake! I've been every weekend for the past three weeks (stood in line at least one hour each time). Do you have any plans to expand across the river, perhaps in Arlington or Fairfax County? I know I'll be there if you do!
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April 08, 2011 8:59 AM
Knowing what you know now, what would you tell your nervous and scared selves (provided you were scared or nervous) when you decided to quit your corporate jobs? Also, what would you do differently starting out?
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April 07, 2011 8:05 PM
What you do when your not doing the show or working at the store? Also, how often do you go to the Bethesda store? Thanks, Tara Weston in CA
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April 07, 2011 8:01 PM
What happens to the giant creations (slot machine, bra, gorilla, lion, etc...) that you make/cover with cupcakes? Do people eat them? How do decide how much to charge for your creations?
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April 07, 2011 7:58 PM
Since it's been another season, have your staff members learned how to do your signature swirl or do you still mostly do the frosting with a limited amount of people? And is it really that hard to learn?
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April 07, 2011 6:57 PM
Who do you use as your packaging supplier? I love the attention to details!
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April 07, 2011 11:13 PM
I'm coming to visit your shop this weekend what are the chances of me seeing you?
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April 07, 2011 7:15 PM
On the show it has you at your shop at all the time, but a lot of that time you are actually in your lab, so how often are you actually at your shop where you sell the cupcakes?
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April 07, 2011 7:13 PM
Do either one of you dye your hair?
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April 07, 2011 6:41 PM
If I am out of work next week due to furlough can I get a part-time position at your Bethesda location? Will work for cupcakes :)
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April 08, 2011 8:25 AM
When creating your own cupcake most recipes call for milk, buttermilk or half & half, what is the difference in use for these ingredients & is one better than the other?
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April 08, 2011 9:15 AM
Can you please tell us your recipe for Milk Chocolate Birthday and for Salted Caramel? Thanks.
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April 05, 2011 11:34 AM
I love your show! When is a new season going to start again? I am so sad that the season is over already and so short.
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April 08, 2011 9:53 AM
