Wedding Cakes FAQ
How do I order a wedding cake?
The first step in the process is to fill out my wedding contact form to get things rolling. The more info you provide me, the better I can see if we would be a good fit for each other. Wedding cakes are taken on a first come first serve basis. I can not hold dates without a 50% non-refundable retainer to reserve your date. Busy wedding months, like May/June, and Sept/Oct fill up very quickly, so I recommend reaching out at least 6-8 months in advance.
When should I order my wedding cake?
I take orders up to a year in advance, but I usually recommend anywhere from 6-12 months before your wedding date. Orders are taken on a first come, first serve basis and dates are not reserved until a retainer is received. I can only take on a limited amount of cakes each week to insure that I provide the highest quality and service for my couples, so sooner is always better to eliminate the risk of your date being filled.
Do you offer tastings?
Yes! I offer tasting boxes for my wedding couples. They are $50 each and if you book your wedding cake with me, the $50 gets applied to the cost of the cake. They consist of 6 cake flavors you can sample. They are available through contactless pickup from Gaithersburg, MD or can be shipped within the DMV. For shipping outside of the DMV please contact me directly.
Do you offer cupcakes for weddings?
I do not offer cupcakes for weddings. If you are looking for a baker specifically for wedding cupcakes, I am probably not a good fit. While cupcakes offer the convenience of not having to cut cake, they lack the ability to become be a centerpiece for your reception. One of the goals of each cake that comes from BLC is to wow your guests, and if you have seen one cupcake tower, you’ve pretty much seen them all.
Do you do Groom’s/Bride’s Cakes?
Yes! I love making Groom’s/Bride’s cakes to accompany a wedding cake. It’s a great way to infuse some of your personality into your wedding and do something that will really stand out and surprise your guests. Speaking of surprises, it’s also a great way to do something special for your future spouse. *wink, wink* Check on my Groom’s/Bride’s cake gallery for some of my past cakes.
Do you deliver my cake, and where do you deliver?
Yes, I require delivery on all wedding cakes to insure that your cake makes it to your venue without incident. I deliver all over the DC Metro Region, and Baltimore. Delivery fees start at $65 and range depending on distance. For distances over 100 miles from Gaithersburg, MD, please contact me to see if it’s a possibility. Shipping is not available for any cakes.
What are the advantages of sugar flowers over fresh?
While fresh flowers are beautiful, sometimes you can’t always get the flowers you want because they are not available, out of season, or don’t come in the colors that compliment your wedding. With sugar flowers, none of that is an issue because they can be created in any color, at any time of year and in any style. Using sugar flowers instead of fresh is also a good alternative when you are dealing with delicate blooms like Orchids that may not stand up well to being on a cake for hours, or my be poisonous. Since the flowers are made of sugar, they can also be saved as a keepsake for after the wedding.
Can you eat sugar flowers?
Even though they are made of edible sugar paste, they are not designed to be eaten. Many sugar flowers also contain floral wire in their structure, and should be removed from the cake before it is cut.
Do you apply fresh flowers?
Fresh flowers are a great way to add color, and tie in the décor of your wedding into your cake and are a more budget friendly alternative to sugar flowers. Fresh flowers should be provided by your florist, and can be applied to the cake at the venue if the flowers are available at time of delivery. I do not charge extra for applying flowers. Many florists are also capable of arranging flowers on cakes if it is not possible for me to do it. It is also good to be aware that some flowers are poisonous or cause allergic reactions for some people and those should be avoided when deciding what flowers to use on your cake. Your florist should be able to advise you on this.