Ordering a Cake: 7 Things to Know First

Custom cakes take time. The design, baking, assembly, and decorating can't be rushed into a single day. Most bakers need a minimum of one week. Complex designs or large cakes may need two weeks.

If you're reading this the day before your party — you're too late for custom. That's just how it works. Plan ahead.

The number of people you're feeding determines the cake size. A cake for 10 is completely different from a cake for 40. Don't guess — count your guest list before you contact a baker. Our cake calculator helps you figure out the right size and gives an estimate of cost.

Custom cakes are handmade and priced accordingly. A realistic range for a decorated buttercream cake is €50-100, depending on size and design. Be upfront about your budget. A good baker will tell you what's possible within it rather than designing something you can't afford.

Sending a Pinterest image helps your baker understand the style you want. But every baker works differently, with different tools and techniques. Ask for "something like this" rather than "I want this exact cake." You'll get better results because the baker can play to their strengths.

We work with buttercream only — no fondant. If your inspiration image uses fondant, we'll adapt the design to look just as good in buttercream.

If you or your guests have dietary needs, mention them upfront. Our cakes use halal-certified ingredients. They contain dairy, eggs, and wheat. We can adjust sugar levels for children's cakes. The earlier you share this, the better we can plan.

A cake is fragile. If you're picking it up, bring a flat surface in your car — the floor behind the front seat works well. Drive carefully on speed bumps. If it's warm outside, keep the car cool. Buttercream softens above 22°C.

Store the cake in the fridge if you're not serving it within a few hours. Take it out 30 minutes before serving for the best taste and texture.

Tell your baker the event date, time, theme, colors, flavor preferences, and guest count. The more they know, the fewer surprises. If something changes — the date moves, guest count goes up — let them know as soon as possible.

Ready to order? Start your order here and include as many details as you can.