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What should I be aware of
before I begin shopping for a wedding cake?
My seminar entitled
"Choosing Your
Wedding Cake" is full
of information designed to help you in making your wedding cake decisions.
The seminar and other helpful planning information is available
here.
How does your
wedding cake package
pricing differ from other bakers?
I have created a wedding cake
package
pricing
system because I believe brides
would prefer to have a total "out the door" cost rather than be quoted a
lower cost per serving and then told that filling will be extra, pillars and
plates are extra, square or heart shape is extra etc. My package price includes
everything needed for a beautiful and delicious wedding cake. Upgrades to
specialty recipes, fillings, frosting and cake design level are available as an
option. Delivery and setup fees are charged separately.
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What is rolled fondant and
why is it more expensive?
Fondant is a sweet sugar
icing that has the consistency of sugar cookie dough. It is rolled out like a
pie crust and draped over a cake which has been first coated in buttercream
frosting. This method has been used in Europe for years and is gaining in
popularity here in the USA. Additional expense is incurred because we are icing your cake twice, first with the layer of buttercream and then the
fondant. It is more labor intensive therefore it costs more. Click
here to see a
fondant covered cake.
I
love the look of the rolled fondant but does it taste good? I've heard it
doesn't.
Fondant has gotten some
bad publicity but there are several brands of rolled fondant on the market that
do taste better than others. If this is the look you want, I will provide a sample for you to taste
during the consultation so you can decide for yourself. Also keep in mind that
it is rolled out to 1/4th of an inch thick so by the time the cake is cut each
serving has just a small amount of fondant on it and it has a layer of buttercream frosting underneath.
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Do
you allow walk-ins, or must I make an appointment?
As a full service cake boutique, providing excellent
customer service is of utmost importance. Shop hours are by appointment only,
this allows me to give you undivided attention during the consultation and cake sampling.
During the consultation you will have the opportunity to share your ideas,
discuss your concerns, ask any questions you may have regarding your wedding
cake and sample some of the available flavors of cake, filling and frosting.
Consultations generally last about one hour.
How far in advance of my
wedding date should I schedule a consultation?
The sooner the better, I only accept a few orders each week allowing me
to give your cake the attention it deserves. Currently, my customers are booking
5-6 months in advance with some booking as much as 1 year prior. You can
contact me to
schedule your consultation.
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I can't decide on a cake design, can you help me?
If you are having trouble
finding ideas please browse through my showrooms. In addition, I have books and magazines
available for your review prior to your appointment. Just let me know in
advance that you would like to come in to look through them. The internet is
another great source for ideas. This advance
preparation will make your consultation more productive allowing us to discuss
the design styles you like or don't like. Through this process we will design a
cake that is suited uniquely for you.
What should I bring with me to the
consultation?
Bring your ideas, cake
pictures from books, magazines or the internet, color and /or fabric swatches,
floral selections and anything
else that inspires your vision of your cake. Your groom, mother, mother-in-law,
maid of honor or trusted friend are also welcome. In addition, please bring contact information for your reception site and
other vendors you will be using such as florist, decorator, wedding planner,
photographer etc.
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Can I get more than one cake flavor or does it all have to be the same?
Multiple cake and filling
flavors can be requested. If applicable, costs for specialty recipes will apply
to the number of servings for the tier size. A word of caution - your guests may
want to sample more than one flavor which can cause you to run short of cake if
quantities have not been adjusted to account for this.
What is the standard serving size and who cuts the cake?
The standard wedding cake
serving size is 1" x 2" by the cake height (approximately 4"). Generally, your
caterer will cut the cake. Some charge a fee for this service so be sure to ask.
If you are not having a formally catered event then you can bestow the honor on
a couple of friends or family members. It only requires a sharp, thin knife and
two persons so that the person actually cutting the cake does not
have to handle the plates. A
cake cutting chart with
instructions will be provided. Don't try to cut the cake with the serving set you may have purchased,
while they look pretty and are fine for photographs of the cake cutting ceremony,
you or your caterer will want to make a sharp, thin knife available for the
actual cutting and serving of the cake.
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When do you require payment and the final count?
50% of the total cost is
due at the signing of the cake agreement; this is required to secure your date. The remaining balance due, the final count
and design decisions must be received at least 21 days prior
to your wedding date. After such time no changes can be made to your order.
Do you accept credit cards for payment?
Yes, I am able to
process payments using Visa or MasterCard credit cards or debit/check cards. As long as the card
has the Visa or MasterCard logo on it I am able to accept it.
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Why do I have to pay a security deposit
for the equipment you supply with the cake?
This deposit will cover my replacement costs in the
event the items are not returned to me. Of course I always prefer to promptly
refund your deposit with the return of the equipment rather than have to replace
the items. The responsibility of returning the items should be given to a
reliable person, remember you will most likely still be on your honeymoon when
the "Return by" date arrives. A list of items to be returned will be provided
for you.
Do you have cakes that can be purchased off the
shelf for occasions other than weddings?
Unlike a bakery, all of our cakes are custom
made to order especially for each customer. Therefore, orders must be placed, details
decided and payment made at least 2 weeks prior to your event.
Contact me
to check my availability and let's discuss your party theme.
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