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don took Sep 8, 2011 09:17 PM

fudgy, moist chocolate cake

I need an update on an old standby: Where can I find a great chocolate cake....moist and dense with rich dark chocolate ganache or great buttercream frosting all over the outside and between the layers.......any nw info???

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    happybaker Sep 9, 2011 09:06 PM

    Victor Bene's Bakery. Killer ganache.

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      Kate is always hungry Sep 9, 2011 08:48 PM

      I recommend Mom's Barbecue on Vanowen at Hazeltine in Van Nuys. I've been given birthday cakes from Mom's. Not decorated but so good!

      1. Arthur Sep 9, 2011 02:03 PM

        Sweet Lady Jane has what may be my favorite chocolate cake ever, and it meets each and every one of the OP's requirements.

        1. ipsedixit Sep 8, 2011 09:35 PM

          Jamaica's Cake. http://www.jamaicascakes.com/home/

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          Jamaica's Cakes
          11511 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064

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            maudies5 Sep 8, 2011 10:41 PM

            SusieCakes is the clear winner in this category!!

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            SusieCakes
            2043 Westcliff Dr, Newport Beach, CA

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            JAB Sep 8, 2011 09:29 PM

            Portillo's in Buena Park.

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            Portillo's Hot Dogs
            8390 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620

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