Sophie attributes their success with the bakery to two things; their ability to adapt, and a favorable post by a food critic shortly after they opened in 2008. After she recited the oath of citizenship, Berman handed out red-white-and-blue cupcakes to her fellow Americans. "Being sworn in as an American citizen was such a powerful and moving experience," Berman, 40, told Newsweek. KKB: Yes, she had her 10th birthday here and we baked cupcakes with her, her sister and her friends. The driven sisterly duo describe for us their world-famous cupcakery, favorite restaurants and District living: What are your favorite things to do or places to go in DC? They have one child. Life & Style is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. There are very few other neighborhoods in the country, really, that have this kind of character. SKL: Yes. [3], By December 2009, Georgetown Cupcake outgrew the location and moved the shop to a new location at the corner of 33rd and M Street NW in Georgetown. And if you dont want something too fancy but something a little bit nice, I like Peacock Cafe in Georgetown. The wedding drama later made it onto their show which aired in November 2011, on TLC, luckily so did Sophie's surprise wedding "cake.". The six-part series, titled DC Cupcakes, aired on Fridays in July 2010. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. Its to die for. Kallinis Bermans closet is a fashionistas dream. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. In 2010, TLC began airing DC Cupcakes, a reality series about the sisters, which lasted for three seasons. Since 2008, Katherine and Sophie have expanded Georgetown Cupcake with locations in Bethesda, MD, New York City/SoHo, Boston/Newbury Street, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}385419N 770358W / 38.905247N 77.066192W / 38.905247; -77.066192, Last edited on 15 December 2022, at 14:20, February 910, 2010 North American blizzard, "Kitchen Favorites: The Georgetown Cupcake Sisters", "Two Sisters, Little Cakes Are a Big Hit", "The Cupcake Cup: Georgetown Cupcake vs. Furin's", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Georgetown_Cupcake&oldid=1127577994, This page was last edited on 15 December 2022, at 14:20. Thats our favorite. Just like when they starred in their TLC reality show, DC Cupcakes, the sisters are inseparable working, shopping and attending charity events as a pair. Katherine Kallinis Berman, husband Ben Berman and daughter Isa. | Source: Getty Images. Sophie LaMontagne and Katherine Berman appear at the Grand Opening of The David Yurman Boutique At CityCenter DC Hosted by Katherine Berman And Sophie LaMontagne Benefitting The Hope For Henry Foundation on December 8, 2015, in Washington, DC. KKB: I would say, for me personally was when Sophie made the lavender earl grey teacake for my bridal shower. You cant get that in any other city. All American Speakers Bureau is a full-service talent booking agency providing information on booking Katherine Kallinis Berman for speaking engagements, personal . The star, who recently opened an LA branch of Georgetown Cupcake, also explained how she picked her daughters unique moniker: Its the name of my favorite Bob Dylan song!. SKL: And just the design, I love Cadys Alley here. KKB: I think whats cool about Washington, DC is that you are in the most powerful and historic city in the world and it is home. recipe for creating cupcakes teeming with chocolaty holiday cheer. Life & Style is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. EXCLUSIVE: DC Cupcakes star Katherine. She was 67. Becoming a United States citizen isn't easy: Applicants legally reside in the country for at least five years (three if they are married to a U.S. citizen) before they can start the ten-step process, which includes numerous applications and even a civics test. There are very few other neighborhoods in the country, really, that have this kind of character. By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and that you have read our Privacy Policy. We collect and tell stories of people from all around the world. "We do eat cupcakes here - A LOT," she says, "and we're always baking with my daughter and my mom." [1] The shop quickly became popular, often running out of cupcakes during the day and then closing up shop until the following day. Its one of our favorites. I drink lavender earl grey tea every morning. The sisters revealed to Life & Style that they'd still be making cupcakes in between spending time with their own families. ET on TLC! | Source: Getty Images. "Shes such an angel and its been such a blessing from God," says Katherine, whose own mom also works at the cupcake shop. It features a mirrored wall, bright lights, a counter brimming with family photos, and neatly organized high-end cosmetics and hair products. The shop maintains the Potomac Street location for filling mail and special orders, as well as hosting special events such as cupcake decorating parties. We love their mint lemonade. Georgetown Cupcake now employs more than 300 people in seven locations, including retail outposts in Los Angeles, Boston, New York and Atlanta. [12] Due to the popularity of the first series of the show the sisters opened a new shop in Bethesda, Maryland, and as a result of the second series they opened up four additional locations in New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. SKL: Yes. Georgetown Cupcake's M Street shop, open during the February 9-10, 2010 North American blizzard. So what did they name her? We'd watch and wouldn't want to stop walking!". KKB: I think if you want to go a little fancier, I would say Ristorante Tosca. Sophie appeared on television often after "DC Cupcakes" went off the air in 2013. Martha Stewart visited. There's a new Georgetown Cupcake Mommy! What really gave the business a boost, is when a food critic for the Washington Post wrote a story about Georgetown Cupcakes. Not letting it keep her from wedding the man of her dreams, Katherine walked down the aisle with her gown partially unzipped. Movies. At the time, she was a school teacher, and he was one of the anchors of ESPN's show "SportsCenter." Katherine had a blood-alcohol level three times higher than the legal limit. She co-founded Georgetown Cupcake with her sisterSophie LaMontagne. Life & Style has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Im recently a new mom. Anyone who has seen her around town knows she is always impeccably dressed and often sporting coordinating candy-colored Herms handbags, which she collects. Its a special relationship we have with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs office and the USO. SKL: When you drive by the White House and you see the monuments, KKB: Or a motorcade going by, you pinch yourself and youre like, Wow, I live here!. Even though the duo had carefully worked out a business plan, it flew out the window on their first day of business. [1] The sisters financed the shop using their own life savings, along with a small business loan. SKL: When you drive by the White House and you see the monuments, KKB: Or a motorcade going by, you pinch yourself and youre like, Wow, I live here!. Thats our favorite. Life & Style can exclusively reveal that DC Cupcakes star Katherine Kallinis Berman and her hubby, Ben, welcomed a healthy baby girl on Feb. 19. KKB: I have a daughter. And now its on our menu every April/May. Our goal was to create spaces that would be accessible, comfortable and casual, Ben Berman says. And I love going shopping, obviously, for baby clothes and baby toys. There is so much character to it. Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories! Katherine Kallinis Berman and Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne attend the Build series to discuss "Georgetown Cupcake" at AOL HQ on October 28, 2016 in New. As a result, the second most utilized space is the glam room a makeup space off the master bedroom that resembles one found in many television studios. "Friday Night Lights came out in 2007 or 2008, so I completely missed the whole series because I was so engrossed in launching our business," Katherine said. Katherine tells Life & Style exclusively. Besides her weakness for cupcakes, Katherine also has one for Jimmy Choos and Louboutins and collects Herms pillows and blankets she scatters throughout her house. Georgetown Cupcake also ships its cupcakes nationwide. She says that the many woman- imagined nooks and crannies designed by Sherman were a draw when buying the house, which the Bermans purchased when half-built. Berman and LaMontagne have appeared as guests on numerous other television shows, including the Martha Stewart Show,[10] The Rachael Ray show,[11] and NBC's Today Show. What is the all-time coolest cupcake that youve ever created? The spacious kitchen features marble counters, double ovens, two dishwashers, pendant lights from Restoration Hardware and white Dura Supreme cabinetry. Thankfully, a cookery blogger shared a mouthwatering-looking recipe for preparing mini Christmas cupcake treats. [5] On weekends at the M Street location, lines extend out the door and around the corner. ", But would the busy business owner consider another child? Its the best. Sponsored by / American Giant The Lazy Fashion Hack I'm Using to Look Good Without Trying This Winter Katherine, 34, and Sophie, 35, made a risky movethey gave up their stable jobs in fashion and finance at the height of the recession to pursue their childhood dreamopening a bakery. During the show's three seasons, viewers got a peek into their fast-paced environment as the two sisters handled everything from the baking to marketing and securing large projects. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. And were always baking with my daughter and my mom.. Berman was one of 450 people to become America's newest citizens as they. What do you think is cool about Washington, DC? Streaking! We would never think that we would meet the vice president. Customers consist equally of both tourists and locals. The new mom found out about the gender when her sister (and co-founder of their bakery, Georgetown Cupcake) Sophie LaMontagne threw her a baby shower in November. Its very beautiful. Martha Stewart visited. They have the cutest things for children in there. Katherine Kallinis Berman, who grew up in Toronto, was sworn alongside 449 other new citizens in at the Hylton Performance Center in Manassas, Virginia. So I love to do anything thats kid friendly in the city. [1], Growing up in Toronto, Katherine Berman and Sophie LaMontagne learned baking from their Greek grandmother. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in politics from Marymount University. Its worth the splurge. We love supporting our troops. "I don't think we could have done it anywhere except for America.". [7] Each cupcake has roughly 250 calories, except for those with less frosting such as the Chocolate Ganache variety which have approximately 200 calories. The kitchen also doubles as a remote office for Kallinis Berman and her sister and business partner, Sophie Kallinis LaMontagne. "I'm a huge fan of Kyle Chandler [AKA Coach Taylor], so I watched it, got hooked, and got Sophie hooked too. 202.745.9788, Fax. "I couldnt imagine my life without having a sister," she smiles about her close relationship with Sophie. 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