Tips on How to Choose That Perfect Cake

July 18th, 2019

Almost every person loves cakes. They would make for a great snack, a great dessert or even a great meal and are the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, such as birthdays and weddings. But selecting a cake is an art and it depends on the flavor of the cake, the size, the baker and the shape! With so many online cake delivery portals and brick and mortar stores, it does become very difficult to choose the right cake for the event. Here are some of the tips that you can refer to when it comes to choosing cakes:

  • Size: It is of utmost importance to know how many people you are feeding prior to you can order your cake. This is actually your stepping off point for the rest of the steps to ordering that perfect cake.
  • Budget: Cakes can be a bit expensive, so setting a budget is very essential. A cake can cost anywhere from $10 to over $100, so decide how much you are able to spend or you can afford.
  • Type and Flavour: Find out whether you want a square cake, a round cake, a sheet cake or whether you want an ice cream cake or a conventional cake with ice cream in the middle. You need to select a flavor you think most of the party-goers will eat.
  • Bakery: Select your bakery well! There is nothing worse than ordering a cake from a place you have used never, showing up on the day of the party and finding out that the cake has not been done or done poorly. Choose someone you can rely on and is known for their professionally designed cakes for any occasion.
  • Match the Party Theme: In case the party has a theme, the birthday cake will dazzle if it fits in with the complete decor. For instance, in case of your child’s safari-themed party, a cake designed with elephants, lions, and other animals is an ideal fit. In contrast, a cheesecake or cake decorated and shaped like a wine bottle is perfect options for your spouse’s birthday party.
  • Coordinate Colour: Choosing the right colors for icing and decorations is vital to having a birthday cake or a wedding cake that will please your guest. An easy way to choose icing colors is to match them to your loved one’s favorite colors. Or else you can select the color according to the theme of the party.

Thus, it can be said that with the presence of so many varieties of cakes in the market, you must select the cake wisely, based on the occasion and the person of honor. Find out the flavors and the types of cakes, see if it is constant with the theme of the event or party, and then go ahead. Most cake shops and even online cakes delivery portals offer customizations and would gladly help you design the cake in a way you want.