The Wedding Cake Consultation is a crucial step in selecting the perfect cake for a couple’s big day. It provides the opportunity to discuss design, flavors, and logistics, ensuring the cake aligns with the couple’s vision. 30-60 minute Consultations $50 - Via face to face, facetime/Zoom. Tips for Wedding Cake Planning with Pure Sweets by MJ: 1. Start Early: • Timeline: Begin your search 6-9 months before the wedding to ensure availability, especially during peak wedding seasons. 2. Set a Budget: • Cost Planning: Determine how much of your overall wedding budget you can allocate to the cake. Remember to account for delivery and setup fees. 3. Know Your Style: • Design Consistency: Think about the style and theme of your wedding. Use your dress, venue, and color palette as inspiration for the cake design. • Cake Inspiration: Bring photos or mood boards to the consultation to help the baker understand your vision. 4. Flavor Exploration: • Taste Testing: Schedule a tasting with explore different flavor combinations. Don’t be afraid to mix and match cake flavors and fillings for each tier. • Guest Preferences: Consider the general tastes of your guests, but don’t be afraid to choose flavors you and your partner love. 5. Consider the Weather: • Climate Impact: If your wedding is outdoors or during a hot season, choose cake flavors and frosting types that hold up well in the heat. Avoid buttercream or whipped cream frosting that might melt quickly. 6. Size Matters: • Guest Count: Make sure the cake is large enough to serve all your guests. As a rule of thumb, order one serving per guest. • Supplemental Desserts: If you have a large guest list, consider having a smaller display cake and sheet cakes to serve. 7. Personalization: • Unique Touches: Personalize your cake with a custom cake topper, monograms, or elements that reflect your personalities or shared interests. 8. Ask About Dietary Needs: • Special Requests: If you have guests with dietary restrictions (e.g., gluten-free, vegan, nut-free), discuss these options with your baker. Pure Sweets Consultation • Details Check: Ensure that all details such as the design, flavors, size, delivery, setup, and total cost are clearly outlined in the contract. 2. Communication: • Stay in Touch: Maintain regular communication, especially as the wedding day approaches, to confirm all details and address any concerns. 3. Delivery and Setup: • Timing: Confirm the delivery time to ensure the cake arrives in perfect condition. Consider any specific requirements the venue might have for setup.