Selecting a Baker
Once again, check with friends for recommendations. When you visit a baker, be sure to taste test the type of cake you are interested in. The baker should have pictures of some of the cakes they have done so that you may select a style you like. Also check with your RI wedding caterer - many will also provide this service or can arrange it for you along with your wedding menu.

If you'd like to save the top layer for your first anniversary, be sure to let the baker know this up front. Since a frozen cake may not be tasty, many couples have the baker prepare a fresh cake on their first anniversary.

• How long have you been baking wedding cakes?
• May I see photos/portfolio of cakes you have done?
• Do you create custom cakes or are there set designs to choose from?
• Do you have a specialty cake?
• When will the cake be made? (often it can take a 3-5 days to prepare a cake depending on how elaborate the design).
• Will the cake be fresh or frozen ahead of time?
• Where will the cake be assembled?
• What flavors do you offer?
• What fillings do you offer?
• How do you charge (by the slice?) and what are the fees involved?
• How will the cake be delivered? Is there an extra fee?
• Do you rent accessories, such as knife/server, topper, fountain, stands, etc)? Fees involved?
• Do you offer fresh flowers for the topper? If yes, do you provide flowers or do I need to coordinate with my florist?
• Do you have taste-testing appointments? When may I taste the flavors you offer?
• Do you have references?
• When is the deposit due? Balance due?