Knowing which Baker to Trust with the Creation of your Wedding Cake

by WeddingCakeCreations.com Wedding planning is definitely not a piece of cake – no pun intended! There are so many crucial decisions to make that sometimes choosing the right baker to create your wedding cake can take a back seat to dress fittings, ring shopping, reception hall viewing and generally managing the stress that comes with planning such a big event. However, by following a few helpful suggestions you can be sure to get the cake of your dreams. 1. Try to narrow downyour choice of style, shape and flavor of wedding cake before looking for a baker. Knowing what you like and what you want will help you in selecting a baker who is familiar with your preferred style of cake. 2. Find out which bakers in your area specialize in wedding cakes and then instead of just dropping in, make an appointment. By letting the baker know ahead of time that you are coming and that you are “interviewing” bakers for your wedding cake they will be prepared for your arrival. Most bakers will have a complete look-book of their previous work and some will even have samples of the cakes for you to taste. 3. When you meet with the baker go through their look-books carefully and find out if they are the ones who create every cake or if they have assistants helping them out. Some bakeries claim that the head baker does all the work, when in fact they have apprentices helping out. Although this may not seem like a big deal, you certainly do not want a novice practicing their trade on your wedding cake. Ask the baker questions such as: what kind of cake he prefers to bake, what his specialty is and how willing he is to try something new. Ideally you want to choose someone who specializes in the kind of cake you desire but also someone who is flexible and creative. 4. Ask to taste some of their samples to find out exactly what you can expect on your wedding day. 5. Find out what kind of guarantees they offer and whether or not they deliver. Lastly remember that bakers are artists who express themselves through pastry. Calling them to let them know how pleased you are with the result will give them a big boost and show your class. By following these suggestions, finding the right baker for your wedding cake will no longer seem like a daunting task. With just a little bit of effort having the perfect cake for your wedding can be achieved because – after all - your wedding will be remembered for a lifetime and so will the cake that you serve.