Melissa Ben - Ishay
Baked by Melissa
Melissa Ben-Ishay is the co-founder and CEO of Baked by Melissa, the New York-based dessert brand famous for its handcrafted bite-size cupcakes and treats. Today, Baked by Melissa has 13 retail locations in the New York area, and an online store offering nationwide shipping. With a wide variety of handcrafted flavors developed by Melissa herself,... READ MORE
Melissa Ben-Ishay is the co-founder and CEO of Baked by Melissa, the New York-based dessert brand famous for its handcrafted bite-size cupcakes and treats. Today, Baked by Melissa has 13 retail locations in the New York area, and an online store offering nationwide shipping. With a wide variety of handcrafted flavors developed by Melissa herself, custom packaging and gift boxes for every occasion, Baked by Melissa has become a go-to brand to celebrate all of life’s moments across the U.S.
In 2020, Melissa gained popularity on social media with viral videos of salads and everyday meals (like the Green Goddess), all rooted in her food philosophy that nourishment is for mealtime and dessert is for indulgence. Her newest cookbook, Come Hungry was released January 2024 and became an instant New York Times bestseller. She continues to share everyday meals with her community of over 3.8 million followers, and is on a mission to make people happy with her bite-size treats and empowering tips for the home kitchen, one bite at a time. For more information, visit bakedbymelissa.com.