✨ Do you create custom cakes? Absolutely! Every cake is made to order and designed specifically for your celebration. If you have inspiration photos, colors, or a theme in mind, I’d love to bring your vision to life with my own artistic style. ⸻ 📅 When should I place my order? The earlier, the better! I recommend: * Custom Cakes: 2–4 weeks’ notice * Smaller Desserts: At least 1 week’s notice Rush orders may be available depending on my schedule. ⸻ 🎨 Can you copy a cake I found online? Inspiration photos are always welcome! While I don’t create exact replicas of another baker’s work, I love using them as inspiration to design something uniquely yours. ⸻ 🧁 What kind of frosting do you use? Most of my cakes are finished with smooth, delicious buttercream. Depending on the design, small fondant decorations may be added, but I don’t specialize in fully fondant-covered cakes. ⸻ 🏠 Where are your desserts made? Every order is baked and decorated fresh in my home kitchen using quality ingredients and lots of attention to detail. ⚠️ Do you offer allergy-friendly desserts? At this time, I do not offer gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, or allergy-safe desserts. My kitchen is not an allergen-free facility and products may come into contact with common allergens including milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts. ⸻ 💳 How do payments work? A non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your date. Your order isn’t confirmed until your retainer has been received. The remaining balance is due before pickup unless we’ve agreed otherwise. ⸻ ❌ What if I need to cancel or change my order? Because every order is custom-made and supplies are purchased specifically for your event, retainers are non-refundable. If you need to reschedule, I’ll do my best to accommodate you based on availability. ⸻ 🚗 Picking up your order? To help your cake arrive safely: * Transport it on a flat, level surface. * Keep your vehicle cool during warm weather. * Drive carefully and avoid sudden stops or sharp turns. Once your order has been picked up, Pastelaria Azul is not responsible for damage that occurs during transportation. ⸻ ❄️ How should I store my cake? Store your cake in the refrigerator until about 1–2 hours before serving (weather dependent) so it can come to room temperature for the best flavor and texture. ⸻ 🍰 What should I do with leftovers? Cover any exposed cake with plastic wrap or place slices in an airtight container. Leftovers can be refrigerated for several days or frozen to enjoy later. ⸻ 💙 Why choose Pastelaria Azul? Every dessert is handcrafted from scratch with care, creativity, and attention to detail. My goal is to create beautiful desserts that taste just as incredible as they look. Thank you for trusting me to be a small part of your special moments.