"The best damn fruitcake in Texas" is a hell of a subject line.

It intrigued me so much, I replied to my PR pal Paula and asked if Pastry Chef Ruben Ortega would be up for hosting me in his kitchen to bake a cake.
I expected a no.I got a yes.

What happened after that blew my mind and changed the way I look at one of the world's most disliked desserts.

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Timestamped Overview

00:00 Chef Reuben's fruitcake: best in Texas, allegedly.

04:08 Tracy wanted cake; I dislike recipe.

08:07 Confusion about fruitcake's jelly-like taste.

12:12 Tracy annually sends gifts of cards, cupcakes.

13:49 Online order for holiday participation available now.

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