Sink Your Fork into National Devil's Food Cake Day at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve!

It's here! That's right, folks, mark your calendars and fire up the oven because today, May 19th, is National Devil's Food Cake Day! Here at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve, we take our cake – and our cryptids – very seriously.

Devilishly Delicious: A History of Dark Desires

Devil's food cake, with its rich, decadent chocolate flavor and moist crumb, is a true champion of the chocolate world. Unlike its "angelic" counterpart, which often relies on milk chocolate for a milder sweetness, devil's food cake delves into the darker depths of cocoa powder, creating an experience as close to pure chocolate bliss as you can get in a cake.

The origins of this delectable dessert can be traced back to the early 1900s in the United States. The name itself hints at its devilish nature, a playful jab at the cake's intense flavor that some might find sinfully good.

Now, some might scoff at the idea of a "devilish" dessert existing alongside our fascinating cryptids. But think about it: haven't there been countless tales of mischievous creatures with a fondness for the finer things in life?

Take the Jackalope, for instance. This legendary mix of jackrabbit and antelope might not be above indulging in a slice (or two) of devil's food cake left unattended at a campsite. Or perhaps the mischievous Hidebehind, a creature said to be invisible except for its glowing eyes, might sneak a bite while remaining unseen!

Celebrate with a Spooky Twist!

Here at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve, we're celebrating National Devil's Food Cake Day with a special twist. Our chefs have conjured up a hauntingly delicious "Swamp Sludge" Devil's Food Cake. This decadent dessert features a dark chocolate cake base infused with a hint of green tea, topped with a swirl of eerie-looking, yet oh-so-sweet, matcha buttercream frosting.

So come on down to the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve, grab a slice of our "Swamp Sludge" Devil's Food Cake, and celebrate this delicious national holiday with a touch of the extraordinary! Who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of one of our resident cryptids enjoying a secret bite!