Melissa Gorga's Sprinkle Cookies Business Is "Loading" for Its Next Major Season
Melissa Gorga's sprinkle cookies are getting freshly prepared for the holiday season. The Real Housewives of New Jersey mom of three and sprinkle cookie entrepreneur is preparing for cozy season in the best way that she knows how — with some sprinkle cookies by her side.
Melissa took to Instagram on Oct. 19 where posted a video, giving a behind-the-scenes look at how the cookies for her business, Let's Sprinkle by MG, are made. Melissa showed off a look inside of the bakery in the Reel, as workers sprinkled fist fulls of rainbow colored sprinkles on top of the buttery cookies. She then showed the process of loading the bakers racks and cookie sheets into the oven, before coming out and looking so golden brown.
She recently took to her Instagram Story, where she showed off one piece of merchandise from the business' new coffee line, sitting in front of her sprinkle covered coffee cake. She also posted a behind-the-scenes look at a brand new shoot for Let's Sprinkle by MG. In the video, posted to TikTok on Oct. 18, Melissa can be seen sitting at a kitchen table and on a couch, holding her coffee mug alongside some sprinkle cookies.
"Come behind the scenes with Let's Sprinkle!" she wrote in the caption of the video.
A split of behind the scenes of Melissa Gorga's sprinkle cookie photo shoot.
Melissa Gorga debuts new sprinkle cookie line products inspired by Joe Gorga
But, Melissa isn't just serving up sprinkle cookies and coffee cake this holiday season. The line has now expanded to coffee, too, and she is now selling a coffee cup
"What's a Sprinkle Cookie without A Cup of Joe!! That's right!!" she wrote in the caption of the post, which included a photo of her and Joe, sitting in front of the coffee cake. "We now offer the most delicious vanilla, almond flavored coffee! Beans or ground coffee and the 'Joe' mug also the chicest pair of oven mitts."
"The response to our sprinkle cookies and coffee cake has been incredible," Melissa said in a Sept. 16 announcement. "Expanding into coffee and fun kitchen accessories felt like the perfect way to sprinkle joy into even more parts of the day."
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Joe Gorga shares his reaction to Melissa Gorga's new coffee line
Even Joe is pretty pleased with the expansion. The dad of three took to Instagram on Sept. 14, where he posted a video of him drinking coffee out of the "A Cup of Joe" mug with one hand and eating sprinkle cookies with his other hand.
"I don't know how you're spending your Sunday morning - but I'm drinking my coffee in A CUP OF JOE!! Genius! She's obsessed with me!" he wrote in the caption of the post. "I don't want to see anyone drinking coffee in anything else! The vanilla almond flavored coffee is the best I ever had.
"A mug with my name on it!? You got your name on your mug? No... Look at me," he said in the Reel. "Sunday morning. Best coffee ever."
Melissa Gorga shares what's next for her sprinkle cookie line
While fans can grab products from her sprinkle cookie brand online, Melissa is also doing something special this holiday season and it combines her sprinkle cookie brand and her Envy brand.
"For the 1st time ever!!! You'll be able to grab a box of @letssprinklebymg At [Envy] One day only! And I'll be there. Do your holiday shopping and grab a box of Sprinkle cookies! Huntington, NY location on November 22! Ridgewood, NJ location Dec 6th!! You're welcome!!" she shared earlier this month on Instagram.
Chicago Cubs’ pitching staff blasted for swing-and-miss shortcomings amid off-season overhaul!
Cubs’ Pitching Staff Faces Critical Off-Season Challenge
The Chicago Cubs are coming off a solid 92-70 season, a record that would be the envy of many teams. However, as they head into the off-season, a glaring issue looms overhead: the pitching staff’s struggle to generate swing-and-miss opportunities.
Swing-and-Miss Deficiency
The Cubs’ offense, while productive, struck out a staggering 1,277 times during the season. This figure highlights a broader trend within the organization, emphasizing the need for a pitching staff capable of dominating hitters and inducing swings and misses. The absence of this critical skill was evident throughout the season, as the Cubs often found themselves relying on defense rather than overpowering opposing lineups.
Analyzing the Stats
Diving deeper into the numbers reveals that the Cubs’ pitchers did not rank favorably in terms of strikeout rates. Their ability to miss bats fell short of league standards, which ultimately affected their overall performance. The lack of swing-and-miss value led to longer at-bats for opposing hitters and increased pressure on the defense.
This reality is stark when compared to teams that excel in generating strikeouts, often seeing a correlation between high strikeout rates and success in the postseason. For the Cubs, addressing this deficiency is not merely a matter of improving statistics; it’s vital for their competitive future.
Strategic Overhaul Required
As the Cubs prepare for the upcoming season, the front office is faced with a pivotal decision-making process. Prioritizing swing-and-miss capabilities in their pitching staff will require a thorough evaluation of potential acquisitions and farm system prospects. Whether through trade, free agency, or player development, the organization must seek out pitchers who can complement their existing roster with the ability to overpower hitters.
The focus should be on identifying pitchers who exhibit high strikeout rates and possess the tools necessary to enhance the Cubs’ overall effectiveness on the mound. This could mean targeting players with elite fastball velocity, exceptional breaking balls, or the ability to effectively mix pitches to keep hitters off balance.
Looking Ahead
For the Cubs, this off-season is more than just a time for reflection; it’s an opportunity to reshape their pitching identity. By committing to prioritizing swing-and-miss value, they can transform their approach on the mound and bolster their chances for success in the coming years. As they embark on this journey, the eyes of fans and analysts alike will be fixated on the moves they make, with the hope that the Cubs can evolve into a team that not only competes but thrives in the high-stakes environment of Major League Baseball.
