A glossy chocolate roll cake topped with whipped cream and chocolate pearls. When sliced, it reveals a vibrant rainbow swirl ...

Bright rainbow cupcakes with orange frosting and sprinkles, paired with a tall red and chocolate sprinkle cake topped with ...

Ashlie D. Stevens is Salon's senior food editor. She is also an award-winning radio producer, editor and features writer — with a special emphasis on food, culture and subculture.