Hi! My name is Ashley Tharayil and I am an Associate Professor of Economics at Austin College and Mom of my three kiddos, Rahel, Eli & Luka. R.E.A.L cakes is a hobby and stress relieving activity that I do for my family, Rahel (the "R"), Eli (the "E"), Appu (my husband..also the "A") and Luka (the "L"). I hope to share a little bit of our family's sweetness from our kitchen to yours!