In 2009, SynDee Bergen and Wendy Thompson elevated cupcakes to artistry when they opened the doors to this adorable Tremont boutique. Known to embellish their confections with chocolate-covered strawberries, salty dipped pretzels, and whiskey maple bacon, it's no wonder demand has risen so high that the duo baked up a second location, this one clear across town in South Euclid.

2173 Professor Ave., 216-344-9433, acookieandacupcake.com.