How to Choose the Right Cake Tiers

Choosing the right number of tiers for your cake depends on several factors:

1. Number of Guests: Estimate the number of guests you need to serve to determine how many tiers you’ll need. Each tier typically serves a certain number of people, with larger tiers accommodating more guests.
2. Design and Style: Consider the overall design and style of your event. A taller cake with more tiers can create a more dramatic effect, while fewer tiers can be more understated and elegant.
3. Flavours: If you have multiple favourite flavours, having more tiers allows you to showcase different flavours within the same cake.
4. Budget: The number of tiers will also affect the cost of your cake. More tiers generally mean more time and effort in baking, assembling, and decorating, which can increase the overall price.
5. Practicality: Think about the logistics of cutting and serving the cake. You can serve more guests  at weddings  compared to other celebrations like birthdays. The size of serving varies 

Cake Serving Guidelines

To ensure your cake is enjoyed to the fullest, follow these serving guidelines for optimal taste and portioning.

Serving Sizes

• Standard Slice: A standard catering portion is a 2″ x 1″ slice of sponge cake.

Cake Sizes and Servings

1. Our Tiered cakes and serving:
   • 6-inch Cake: 15-20 slices
   • 7-Inch Cake: 25-30 slices
   • 8-inch Cake: 35-40 slices
   • 9-inch Cake: 50-60 slices
   • 10-inch Cake:60-70 slices
   • 12-inch Cake:80-90 slices

Cutting Instructions

1. Preparation:
   • Room Temperature: Let the cake sit at room temperature for 1 hour (1.5 hours in winter) before cutting for the best texture and flavour.
   • Stability: Place the cake on a level, non-slip surface for stability.
2. Cutting Method:
   • Tools: Use a long, sharp knife and a cake server.
   • Tiered Cakes: Start with the top tier. Remove any dowels or supports as you go.
   • Straight Cuts: Make straight, even cuts to ensure uniform slices.
3. Serving:
   • Portion Size: Serve standard 2″ x 1″ slices.
   • Handling Leftovers: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer storage. Let the refrigerated cake come to room temperature before serving again.

Special Considerations

• Nut Traces: Sponge cakes may contain nut traces.
• Common Allergens: All cakes contain milk, eggs, soya, wheat, and gluten.
• Additional Cutting Cakes: Available if more servings are needed. These are plain iced cakes in your choice of flavour, designed to match the main cake.

Cutting Cakes

If your chosen cake design does not meet your portion requirements, you can order additional cutting cakes to ensure all your guests are served. Here’s how it works:

1. Additional Cutting Cakes:
   • Purpose: Cutting cakes are plain iced cakes designed to supplement your main cake and provide additional servings.
   • Customization: They are available in your choice of flavour and will be iced to match the main wedding cake for a cohesive look.
   • Serving: These cakes are intended for your caterers to cut and serve to guests, ensuring everyone gets a delicious piece of cake.
2. How to Order:
   • When you place your order for the main cake, inform us if you will need additional cutting cakes and specify your flavour choices.
   • We will coordinate the design to match your main cake, ensuring a seamless presentation.

Important Information Before Placing Your Order

Allergens and Ingredients

1. Nut Traces:
   • Sponge Cakes: Please be aware that our sponge cakes may contain traces of nuts. If you or any of your guests have nut allergies, let us know so we can discuss alternative options.
2. Common Allergens:
   • All Cakes: Our cakes contain the following allergens:
     • Milk
     • Eggs
     • Soya
     • Wheat
     • Gluten

Special Dietary Needs

• If you have any specific dietary requirements or concerns, please inform us at the time of booking. We can provide information on ingredient substitutions and discuss any potential options to accommodate dietary restrictions.

By providing this information, we aim to ensure that you and your guests have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Collection and Transportation

If you are collecting a cake, please make sure the cake should be placed on a level non-slip surface. Do not transport cakes tilting on car front or back seats. Cakes should be transported as quickly and smoothly as possible to required destination

• Place on Level, Non-Slip Surface: Preferably in the trunk or back of an SUV, not on car seats.
• Use a Non-Slip Mat: To prevent sliding.
• Drive Carefully: Quick, smooth, and cautious driving.
• Keep Cool: Use air conditioning if necessary and avoid direct sunlight.

Following these guidelines will help ensure your cake arrives at its destination looking just as beautiful as when it left our place. If you have any questions or need further assistance with transporting your cake, please feel free to contact us.

Cake Storage and Serving Instructions

To ensure your cake tastes its best, please follow these guidelines for storing and serving:

1. Room Temperature:
   • Before Cutting: Keep the cake at room temperature for 1 hour before cutting. This allows the cake to reach the ideal texture and flavour.
   • During Winter: During colder months, allow the cake to sit at room temperature for 1.5 hours before cutting.
2. Refrigeration and Freezing:
   • We strongly recommend not refrigerating or freezing our cakes before the prescribed time above. Cold temperatures can affect the texture and flavour of the cake, making it less enjoyable.
3. After Cutting:
   • Once cut, any remaining cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
   • If you need to keep the cake longer, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator. Allow the cake to come to room temperature before serving again.

• Room Temperature Before Cutting:
  • Regular: 1 hour
  • Winter: 1.5 hours
• Avoid Refrigeration or Freezing before the recommended time to maintain optimal texture and flavour.

Following these instructions will help ensure your cake remains as delicious as when it was first made.

Best Before

Your cake has a shelf life of 5 days from the date it was produced. See label for dates.

For Best Serving Results

If you have candles and/or sparklers arrange these on the cake. Please adhere to safety instructions on sparkler packets. Please note; an adult should supervise children when using candles and sparklers and when cutting the cake. All edible and non-edible decorations should be removed before cutting and serving the cake. Cut cake with a clean sharp knife.