With its colorful mural and yellow-and-white striped awning on a North Center residential street, Bartleby’s Homemade Ice ...

We tested store-bought red velvet mixes to find out which had the best flavor, texture, and rise. We also considered food allergens and how easy it was to mix.

A gentle whisper of lavender — floral, sweet, slightly citrusy — adds a subtle complexity to whatever you’re making.