Georgetown Cupcake

Georgetown Cupcake is a renowned cupcake bakery that originated in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Founded by sisters Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne in 2008, Georgetown Cupcake has since expanded to multiple locations across the United States.

History

The idea for Georgetown Cupcake was conceived when Katherine and Sophie left their corporate jobs to pursue their passion for baking. They opened their first bakery in Georgetown, a historic neighborhood in Washington, D.C., in February 2008. The bakery quickly gained popularity due to its unique flavors and high-quality ingredients.

Expansion

Following the success of their first store, the sisters opened additional Georgetown Cupcake locations in Bethesda, Maryland, New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Each location offers a variety of cupcake flavors, including daily specials and seasonal favorites.

Television Series

In 2010, Georgetown Cupcake became the subject of a reality television series called DC Cupcakes on the TLC network. The show followed Katherine and Sophie as they ran their growing business and navigated the challenges of the baking industry.

Cupcakes

Georgetown Cupcake offers a variety of cupcake flavors, including classics like Chocolate and Vanilla, as well as unique flavors such as Lemon Blossom and Salted Caramel. They also offer gluten-free and vegan options.

Philanthropy

Georgetown Cupcake is known for its philanthropic efforts. The bakery regularly donates to local schools and charities, and has partnered with organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation to raise funds for worthy causes.

See Also

• Cupcake
• Bakery
• Georgetown (Washington, D.C.)