By: MDA Staff Writer | July 17, 2026
SHELBY, Miss. — This week’s Business Spotlight of the Week shines on a Mississippi Delta entrepreneur whose extraordinary talent has taken him from a small Delta town to one of the world’s biggest streaming platforms. Corterrius Allen, better known as Da Cake Goat, has transformed his passion for baking into an inspiring success story that continues to put the Mississippi Delta on the map.
Allen gained national recognition after appearing on Netflix’s hit baking competition, “Is It Cake, Too?”, where talented cake artists competed by creating hyper-realistic cakes so convincing that judges struggled to tell them apart from everyday objects. The series showcases world-class cake artistry, creativity, and technical skill, and Allen proudly represented Mississippi on the international stage.
Today, that same talent can be found right here in the Delta at Da Cake Goat’s Cakery, now open at 304 Second Avenue in Shelby, Mississippi. The bakery has quickly become a destination for dessert lovers looking for handcrafted treats made with creativity, quality, and Southern flavor.
Known for eye-catching custom cakes and delicious desserts, Da Cake Goat’s Cakery offers an assortment of gourmet cupcakes that have customers coming back for more. Among the bakery’s signature favorites are:
- Biscoff Cookie Butter Cupcakes
- Cookies & Cream Chocolate Cupcakes
- Red Velvet Cream Cheese Cupcakes
- Classic Vanilla Cupcakes
Whether celebrating a birthday, wedding, graduation, baby shower, or another special occasion, Allen brings each customer’s vision to life through edible works of art. His cakes are more than desserts, they’re conversation pieces that showcase remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail.
For Allen, appearing on Netflix wasn’t just a personal accomplishment, it was an opportunity to showcase the creativity, determination, and talent that exists throughout the Mississippi Delta. He proudly represented his hometown and continues to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs and artists by proving that dreams can become reality with hard work, dedication, and faith.
The opening of Da Cake Goat’s Cakery marks another exciting milestone in his journey. The bakery is not only providing delicious desserts but is also contributing to the local economy by giving residents and visitors another reason to stop in Shelby and support a growing small business.
From jaw-dropping illusion cakes to irresistible cupcakes, Da Cake Goat continues to demonstrate why his nickname fits. His commitment to excellence, innovation, and community has earned him a loyal following both locally and nationwide.
For custom cake orders, special events, or bookings, Da Cake Goat can be reached at dacakegoat@gmail.com.
As more entrepreneurs continue to emerge from the Mississippi Delta, Corterrius Allen stands as a shining example that world-class talent can come from small-town Mississippi. His story reminds us that with passion, perseverance, and a little creativity, local dreams can become global success.
Congratulations to Corterrius Allen, Da Cake Goat, our Business Spotlight of the Week!
Photo and Info Credit: Da Cake Goat FB
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