Black Tie 21st

I'm very happy with my acrylic cupcake stand for being so sturdy with a heavy top cake.  Other than the name and no. 21 to be placed on top of the cake, my friend also requested for a big cutting cake that could feed at least 75pax.  I was worried that my top cake would topple over but my cupcake stand has proved its worth. :D    In the beginning i'm not too sure if i liked this design that i have created, but after a few days, I think I have grown to like it and also quite pleased with the overall design except the big top proportion.  :) 

More Macarons

Even though I've moved into my new home for quite a while now, I can't seem to find a more comfortable way of making macarons in my new home. Not sure how I should go about piping or moving my trays etc.  

Also trying to macaronnage the right way so that the shells are smooth and not rough like i did previously for CNY macarons.  I think the best shells i've made are the red ones - shiny & crunchy top with soft chewy inner texture.  The rest are...hmm...OK.. because i think i have slightly over macaronnage the rest somehow...they are still chewy but just not as chewy as i would like.  I do not like macaron that just crumbles in my mouth without any substantial bite.   

Yes, I made the shells 5 times over....(I suspect I do have a bit OCD....LOL!).   Oh yes, after 5 times.. i think i finally found the way..LOL!  

Flavors: Lemon, Bitter-chocolate, Blueberry, Rose/Mango, Strawberry.