JACKSON — When Jaime Melfi and Keith Wurster opened Autumn Nomad Cakes & Coffee in Jackson, they already knew that she would do the sweets and he the savory.
But while Melfi, 30, is undeniably the queen of the cake — unique wedding and other specialty cakes, not to mention artistic desserts and luscious cupcakes — and Wurster, 34, is in charge of the hearty breakfasts, sandwiches and homemade soups, when you take a few minutes out of the couple’s busy day, it’s apparent they both are sweet and personable.
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