A Sweet and Social Sunday with Community Cakes, Farmers Market Finds, and Family Fun at Vizcaya Village
MIAMI – 8/22/25 – Calling all cake lovers and baking enthusiasts—something sweet is coming to Vizcaya Village! On Sunday, September 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and the Read It & Eat It Cookbook Club host the South Florida Cake Swap, a joyful celebration of cake and connection. The event is free to attend—just bring a cake to share, and you’re in!
Taking place during the beloved Vizcaya Village Farmers Market, this community potluck invites guests of all ages to swap slices, share stories, and explore new flavors against the stunning backdrop of Vizcaya’s historic Village. Whether you’re a professional baker or a proud box-mix warrior, all cakes (except ice cream cakes) are welcome—layered, loafed, gluten-free, or vegan.
This event is inspired by @cakepicnictour / #cakepicnicinspired.
Highlights include:
- A crowd-sourced cake potluck—your dessert is your ticket
- Ingredient cards available onsite to help guests navigate allergies and dietary needs
- Misha Bakes It pop-up shop with adorable cake-themed trinkets
- Bookleggers Mobile Library will be available for browsin
- Relaxed, potluck-style atmosphere with plenty of photo-worthy moments
“Events like this bring our mission to life by connecting people through food, storytelling, and place,” says Sheila Gutierrez, Vizcaya’s Agriculture and Market Programs Manager.
“The Cake Swap is a reflection of what we value most: gathering through food, honoring the stories behind each recipe, and building community one slice at a time,” add Suanay “Swan” Hernandez and Rosie Castaldo, founders of Read It & Eat It.
Stick around to enjoy the Vizcaya Village Farmers Market, open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sundays, featuring more than 40 local vendors offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and artisanal treats. Guests can also take part in $5 yoga classes and $6 guided tours of the historic Vizcaya Village. Visit the website to learn more.
Event Details
📍 Location: Vizcaya Village, 3250 S. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33129
📅 Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
🎟 Admission: FREE with online registration – bring a cake to participate
🚗 Parking: FREE in Vizcaya Village Parking Lot
Please note: Event access is limited to Vizcaya Village and does not include admission to Vizcaya’s Main House or formal gardens.
About Vizcaya Museum and Gardens:
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is a National Historic Landmark in Miami, originally built between 1914 and 1922 as the winter estate of James Deering. Open as a public museum since 1953, this European-inspired estate welcomes 400,000 visitors annually and includes a Main House filled with decorative arts,10 acres of formal gardens, native forests, and mangrove shores.
En el lado oeste de la propiedad, el histórico Vizcaya Village, que ofrece un mercado de agricultores los domingos y el nuevo Village Café, se está restaurando para apoyar nuevos programas comunitarios, incluida la agricultura urbana.
Situado en el 3251 de South Miami Avenue (con el Village al otro lado de la calle, en el 3250 de South Miami Avenue), el Museo y Jardines de Vizcaya abre todos los días, excepto los martes, de 9:30 a 16:30, y cierra el Día de Acción de Gracias y el Día de Navidad. Para más información, visite www.vizcaya.org.
About Read It & Eat It:
Founded in 2025, Read It & Eat It is a cozy, community-centered cookbook club created by cookbook enthusiasts Suanay “Swan” Hernandez and Rosie Castaldo. The club was born from a simple idea: actually cook from their cookbook collections sitting on their shelves, and wondering if other people had the same goal. At each gathering, members explore new recipes, share homemade meals, and dive deep into the stories behind the dishes. Some meetings feature special guest Q&As or demos, offering deeper insight into the books and techniques. Most gatherings are for members only, but sliding scale memberships open every month. With a focus on keeping cookbooks in circulation and building connection through food, Read It & Eat It celebrates the joy of cooking, reading, and, of course, eating.
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