But its fame goes far beyond extraordinary cakes. This is Carlo's Bake Shop, and it's been a staple in Hoboken, New Jersey, for 110 years. Customer: It's just absolutely a go-to institution.

At home, as at Carlos Bake Shop, it will produce the same moist ... Use this cake as the basis for everything from birthday cakes to strawberry shortcake. Be sure the batter is at the indicated ...