Glass City Cupcake Factory, Toledo

Like an alchemist who converts gold into sweet, edible gold, Glass City owner Aji Green transforms fresh ingredients into sweet gourmet cupcakes. Patrons can stop in for daily tastes of chocolate, vanilla, red velvet, or chocolate chip, or select from a rotating menu of wrapped goodies such as spiked raspberry lemonade, chocolate mocha, and gooey butterscotch. Green and his baking crew also cater to alternative diets with vegan and gluten-free options.