Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance do I need to place my cake order?
For wedding cakes try to book at least 3-6 months in advance. For other custom cakes try to order at least 5-6 working days in advance. We do try to accomodate special circumstances.

Do I have to place my order in person?
In person is always best, but we can discuss your cake by phone.

Can you do any type of cake design?
Yes, we have many cakes deigns to choose from. We can also create any cake design that you can imagine.

What kind of flavors, fillings and frosting/icings do you have?
Please visit our Flavors, Fillings, Frostings page.

What is fondant?
Our fondant is a dough made from marshmallow and sugar as the main ingredients. It is extremely scary and difficult to work with and should be only trusted to the very experienced cake artist. It does provide a beautiful satin finish that is desired by many brides and customers, so it is really worth it. Most kids love it too.

Can you made a cake in any color for decorating and icing?
Yes, if you can provide a color swatch we can match your color as close as possible.

What are the most tiers that you can do for a wedding cake?
The most is four tiers. Any more than that, and the cake may collapse. We do suggest that all cakes, whether wedding cake or other cake, if more than two tiers  be delivered and put together on site.

How many sets of separators can you have?
Three is the most for a four tier cake.

What are the shapes of the cakes other than round cakes?
We also offer square, rectangle, hexagon and octagonal at no extra cost.

What is the range in prices for wedding cakes?
Pricing is based on the number of quests, complexity of the cake design, accessories and ingredients used for your cake.

How far can the cake be delivered?
We deliver and setup within a 50 mile radius of Rockford, Illinois.

How are the cakes transported?
We take extreme care in transporting our cakes. They are always on time and carefully set up for display by our trained staff. If you plan to transport your cake yourself, it must be transported on a flat, smooth surface - auto trunk, auto floor board or back of SUV. Do not try to hold your cake in a passenger's lap or a back seat. Do not make fast starts or stops or fast , sharp turns. Remember, your cake is a food product and will have problems if mistreated. If transporting you cake yourself, our bakery is not responsilbe for its safety once it leaves our bakery.

 Besides the bride and groom ornaments can other decorations be used on top of the cake?
We can add initials, flowers and personalized figurines if provided.

What kind of flowers can we use on the cake?
You can use fresh flowers provided by a florist, edible gum paste (sugar) flowers, and butter cream flowers.

Can I mix and match photos to create my cake?
Yes, we are flexible to create any design of your choice to make yours a special day.

How should I choose my cake designer?
You need a reliable baker with a proven track record and who can provide a variety of samples for you to choose from. The sample cakes must be tasty and moist, not dry. In addition, the baker must be able to develop a unique design within your budget. We can do all of this for you!