Dream Cakes Chicago, Northbrook

###In Focus: Dream Cakes * **What it is:** an appointment-only shop that makes towering custom cakes * **Pastry chef:** Chef Veronica, who learned the art of making gelantinas in Mexico * **What the _Chicago Tribune_ says:** “[Chef Veronica’s] floral _trompe l’oeil_ desserts are so realistic you hesitate to wield a spoon for fear of ruining the look.” * **When to order cakes:** three weeks in advance * **Shop formerly known as:** Delec To Go * **Their creations are also found at:** 17 Whole Foods stores around Chicagoland