Albuquerque Sun: “Mystery of the Missing Marzipan: Local Bakery Baffled”

Mystery of the Missing Marzipan: Local Bakery BaffledMystery of the Missing Marzipan: Local Bakery Baffled Albuquerque, NM – A baffling case has left the owners of Sweet Tooth Bakery scratching their heads after discovering that their entire stock of handcrafted marzipan has gone missing. “It’s like a scene out of a mystery novel,” said the bakery’s owner, Maria Sanchez. “We had a full supply yesterday, but this morning, it was all gone.” Employees reported that they left the bakery locked and secure when they closed on Saturday night. However, when they arrived on Monday, they found the door unlocked and the marzipan missing. Police were called to investigate, but they have not been able to identify any suspects or determine how the marzipan was stolen. “We’ve checked everywhere,” said Detective Brian Thomas. “There’s no sign of a break-in or forced entry. It’s as if the marzipan simply vanished.” Sweet Tooth Bakery is known for its exquisite marzipan creations, which are used to decorate cakes, pastries, and chocolates. The missing marzipan was estimated to be worth several thousand dollars. “This is a huge loss for our business,” said Sanchez. “Marzipan is one of our most popular items, and we had orders lined up for the next month.” Customers who were expecting marzipan orders have been left disappointed. “I was planning to order a marzipan cake for my birthday,” said customer Lisa Rodriguez. “Now I have to find another bakery that can make it on short notice.” The mystery of the missing marzipan has sparked widespread speculation in the community. Some believe it was an inside job, while others think it may have been the work of a sophisticated thief. Police are continuing their investigation and are asking anyone with information to come forward.