MackBox

I've followed MackBox on Instagram for a while and have ordered various assorted boxes over the years. Each time I try one of Mack's creations, I feel complete satisfaction. It's abundantly clear how talented and creative he is, and just how much passion he pours into each and every single thing he makes. After getting the runaround for months from another local baker (totally our fault for putting up with it), and with less than a week before our wedding, I pivoted to MackBox which is where my then fiance and I should have gone in the first place. As a Filipino-American, I really wanted to highlight flavors from my heritage and I knew Mack would knock it out of the park. Even though he already had quite a stacked weekend, Mack got back to me quickly with his availability and even an offer to deliver directly to my venue if the timing and distance was right (it was, thankfully). For our 150-ish person wedding, we ordered the following:Milk tea cups - 4 dozenStrawberry matcha cookies - 3 dozenUbe white chocolate cookies - 3 dozenKalamansi meringue cupcake (mini) - 4 dozenFast forward to the wedding day... I did not think my fiance and I would be another casualty after being warned by other couples, but we did not get to taste a single one of the desserts lol. Our guests had an absolute ball, though, and to us, that's what matters the most. I also really appreciate that Mack prepped info cards for each item that listed the main elements and also potential allergens. Also, he was so very generous to give us upgraded kalamansi meringue cupcakes in cute individual cups with domed lids that our guests could take home as favors, and also more than full-sized, too. I look forward to trying more of Mack's creations this year and beyond. If you're a bride, or just something throwing a party/wanting to treat yourself or someone else, don't bother looking anywhere else!

Couldn't bear lowering his rating.A couple of weeks ago, this new maker was listed and featured on Pastel. In seeing the menu, I didn't hesitate in adding an item to the other foods that I already planned to order for that particular week.I waited two or three days before I finally tried the chocolate expresso mousse (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=RWWw0P00vXzGo_Qh7LmnOg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). described as follows "Chocolate cake, chocolate-espresso mousse, Bailey's chocolate glaze, cacao nib chocolate croustillant, vanilla chantilly, tempered dark chocolate decor". Let's just say that it tasted as good as it looked. This is definitely a fine dining restaurant quality creation and a definite must try if you are a chocolate coffee fan.It was interesting to learn that he used to bake at one of my longtime regular business lunch and celebratory dinner spots in town. This maker is now on my radar and I look forward to seeing his other offerings.

I decided to splurge this time for our anniversary cake since we weren't planning on having a super fancy dinner to celebrate our anniversary and was not up to baking my own. We celebrated with my sister, her hubby and daughter, so we could share this special cake with them. A four layer six inch cake is a lot of cake and perfect for sharing. Though I found Mack on Instagram, I ordered his cake via email and paid for it via Square. He emailed me his menu which has a nice selection of cakes but I ended up asking him if he could make one of the cakes he posted on IG for me. The hubby is not a fan of red beans so the Ube cake on the menu would not suit him. I ordered the 6 inch Ube Sponge, Ube Buttercream, Coconut Buttercream, Caramel and Ganache cake with a Marble finish a couple of weeks before I needed it. He's very busy with cakes and his snack boxes, so inquire and order ahead.We picked up the cake from his house in Oakland on a Saturday afternoon. It was nicely packaged. It looked incredible, so beautiful! Tasted great too. The Ube sponge is very light and both buttercreams were delicious. Everyone really enjoyed it especially me. I'm a baker myself so I have very discriminating taste! :) The Marble finish is just so impressive. You wouldn't think a six inch cake would be that much but it is. We ate some with the fam, left a huge slice for them and ate it for 3 more days. Definitely worth the price. I would totally love to order another cake from him! I'd also love to try one of his snack boxes as well.

The presentation of the box is really really cute and it has a cute box that is a great gift. I definitely recommend this place for desserts since its all personalized.The biggest downsides to this business is that it seems as tho the owner sells from his home and doesn't have a lot of parking for people to come during his pickup time which is a 1 hour window. The response time from the owner is very professional and responds in a timely manner if you have any special requests. The items i got from his aloha goodie themed box was advertised on his Instagram and thata how I made my decision to get this snack box.

Mack is awesome. I truly see and taste the effort he puts into his desserts. I've ordered both his mackbox as well as a custom birthday cake. I could definitely see and taste craftsmanship put into each dessert! Not to mention his lettering for my bf's cake was so beautiful! He also makes this chex mix that's to die for. The sweet savory umami flavor will have you straight up addicted! check out his Instagram, he offers pick up and drop offs for a fee. The pick up location is a little hard to find as all the houses kind of look the same, but I called him and he was able to help direct me. Definitely one of the better and more responsive bakers WFH that I've dealt with. I appreciate the quick and prompt replies. Sometimes you just don't have the time to chase down the people you want to purchase from.. Mack usually responds within the day!

What can you order from MackBox and not love? From entremets, cakes, to his signature chexmix, there has not been anything I do not love. Mack really brings his Filipino heritage inti all of the treats and takes so much care and pride in everything he makes. Super communicative, professional, and friendly. If you get a chance to order anything from him, don't hesitate. Especially when he has his special curated dessert boxes.

The one thing I'm actually thankful for during this whole Covid-19 pandemic is how it introduced me to so many amazing food entrepreneurs out there. MackBox is one the top ones, with great branding and marketing of his desserts, making you want to order more each time. His extremely creative items with Filipino and French influence are downright genius. His boxes have a nice assortment which makes it hard not to eat all of the items in one sitting. The one item that I keep a watch for is his turon pie. Omg, there's a party in my mouth with that one. I'm hoping to try one of his cakes in the future, when I have enough people around to share it with. Check him out and follow him on IG!

I am a HUGE fan of MacBox! I have bought the Kitty (tropical cake) and Champurado Cream Pie! It is soooo delicious! The texture, flavors, size, and more are well balanced. Slices of heaven I must say! The furikake mix is sooo tasty too! I just placed my order for the Arnielyn cake. I can't wait to try! Maraming salamat Mack! You're the best!

Got their box of goodies and everything was delicious. My favorites include the Chex mix with their seasoning/flavor and the ube butter mochi. The thought and quality of the treats are exquisite and thoughtfully done. Fortunately, delivery was available, and we were able to get these treats delivered in a timely manner when we ordered ahead of time.Everything looked and tasted amazing. Will plan to perhaps try other items as well.

I've picked up a habit... a Mackbox snackbox I'd like another box in a big box habit! I've never been so delightfully surprised until a birthday of mine during COVID prompted a dear sister friend of mine to gift me a delivery of the Mackbox. The contained goodies weren't in the box for long... From the ube cookies to the brownies to the cupcakes to the furikake chexmix to the hazelnut puff and the blondie bars! Ugh! I just love how carefully crafted and made with love these items tasted! I ordered for myself and found the price to be very reasonable to include delivery from the baker himself... and for the meticulously packaged yumminess... including a well thought of menu and description printes out. I was so lucky to have gotten a box. This business is definitely worth an IG follow and a box reservation if you find your sweet tooth throbbing for a satisfying sugary selection!