FAQs
How do I order a cake?
Please submit an inquiry through the contact page and you can expect a response within 24-48 hours. The remainder of the process includes the following:
D E P O S I T: To book, a 50% deposit will secure your event date. You can view cake prices using the “Pricing Guide” button below. This deposit will count toward the total price of your final cake. I do not hold celebration dates without a deposit, so there is a possibility your date may not be available if you choose to wait until after your tasting.
T A S T I N G: If you so choose, order a cake taster box! Tastings occur on the last Saturday of each month with limited availability, and your invoice must be paid at least 2 weeks in advance to book your tasting date. Sample boxes include six cake flavors in the form of 2-layer cake jars.
a. Sit-down experience: Connor will meet you at Lofty Coffee in Encinitas where he’ll treat you to coffee and have a prepared table ready with your choice of six cake tasters. At this meeting we will also conduct a design meeting where we will review a draft design sketch based on your event day styling and vision. This option is $150.
b. Pick-up: If you'd prefer to pick up your cake box to-go and enjoy them on your own, this option is $80. We will then follow-up with a phone call design meeting to finalize your cake details once you’ve booked your date.
D E S I G N M E E T I N G: If you choose to forgo the sit-down option or cake tasting all together, we will follow-up with a phone call design meeting. During this meeting, you will be presented with a one-of-a-kind design sketch based on your personal vision and inspiration photos. We will discuss your design, color palette, flower arrangements, and any changes you’d like to make. Once we finalize your cake design, size, and flavor you’ll receive a final quote, and the remainder must be paid no later than 30 days prior to your event date. From there you’ll be all set to receive your dream cake!
How much will my cake cost?
Please reference the pricing by cake-size chart via the button below.
$500 Order Minimum (before delivery fee)
Delivery + Setup: $50 + $1.50/round trip mile (from Encinitas, CA 92024)
Why do your cakes cost more than the average bakery?
A centerpiece cake is an expression of your style, your values, your story, and your very identity. For a wedding specifically, your cake is central to your entire day! Your cake must be a beautiful one-of-a-kind art piece that’s designed specifically for the two of you, with crafted art that can’t be purchased online. Not only does the design symbolize your entire celebration moment, but the inside of the cake presents the special opportunity to conclude your event with the grand crescendo you deserve. There’s too many bland, dry, and boring cakes to choose from—these need to be a thing of the past. Your cake should be personalized with the eye of a designer and with the culinary expertise of a pastry chef to realize the delicious art piece of your dreams. If you find it important for your wedding day to be an expression of who you are, then we should honor your identity as a newly married couple with a cake that appropriately represents this big moment. Can you put a price tag on life-long photos of a centerpiece cake you’re proud of? I can’t—let’s showcase your story!
Do you create all designs, or only cakes with flowers?
Although the majority of my design work utilizes edible flowers, my design style is inspired from many aspects of nature and organic geometry. I've found I can provide clients with the most personalized and unique artwork when they provide their overall mood/styling inspiration pictures: e.g., floral arrangements, wedding dress, tablescape design, venue styling pictures, travel inspiration, pinterest boards etc. This allows creativity to flow which yields a more personalized art piece rather than using another cake designer’s previous work. For florals specifically, my favorite mediums to work with are buttercream, wafer paper, rice paper, and dried floral pieces.
How far in advance should I book my cake?
I'm booking celebrations anywhere from 6 to 12 months in advance. I recommend booking quickly so you can ensure you can reserve your place on my calendar. I also have limited short-term availability within 6 months. If you’d like to reserve your date prior to proceeding with the design process, you can place a “save-the-date” deposit which will guarantee your spot for your event and will also count toward your total cake order.
Do you offer cakes with dietary restrictions?
Yes, most of my cake flavors can be made gluten-free, and some can be made vegan or dairy free. Please reference the “Craft Flavor” menu where you can view which flavors can be altered for special dietary restrictions.
Do you offer desserts as well?
Yes! When you inquire please include that you’re interested in other desserts and I’d be happy to share my options with you!