Cake Controversies: From Rainbow Fails to Petty Orders.
CakeGate, a social media controversy, started when a customer ordered a $75.99 rainbow cake from Kylie Kakes Dessert Bar & Cafe and complained about its appearance. The bakery owner, Kylie Allen, posted a video on TikTok about the incident, which went viral. The customer, Ashleigh Freeman, responded with her own video, showing the cake's poor quality. The incident sparked criticism of Allen's cakes, with some accusing her of using boxed cake mix and not wearing gloves while making the cakes. Allen has been unapologetic, and her response has been criticized by business analysts. The incident has become popular because it taps into people's fascination with human conflict.