Cake Servings
My cake servings are estimated on party servings, which is a 1" x 1" sized cut equivalent to a small regular cupcake portion (like at weddings). If you are looking for dessert serves (2" x 1" cuts) please choose the next size up in cake size to ensure there is plenty of cake to go around.
How do I best cut tall cakes?
I recommend cutting a cake in square cuts (visualise a grid) and cut a 1" deep cut all the way down the face of the cake, push the whole slice onto a large plate or cutting board, and then divide and cut smaller portions and distribute. Continue cutting with this way for the next 1" deep slice until the end. You will maximise your portions using this method.
How do I keep/store the cake?
My cakes keep very fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days (decorations may vary), so if you are not eating the cake on the day of pickup, store the cake (as given in my box) into a drinks fridge (or a fridge with no odours) and bring to room temperature at least 45min-1hour before cutting. Butter based cakes and buttercream are best eaten nice and soft.
How do I transport my cakes?
When collected, cakes will be in an enclosed box on a cake board. You can safely transport them on the passenger floor with the air-conditioning on and driving slowly around the corners. Best would be if a passenger was able to hold the cake on their laps for the journey.
Do you offer delivery?
I do offer a delivery service within Amsterdam, but this is limited to my availability. Usually all my clients will pickup from my home on weekend mornings after 10:30am or as discussed on the weekdays. My delivery fee will depend on location.
Do you accept a deposit for orders?
Yes, 50% deposit is required to confirm order with full payment and balance payed before pick up via Tikkie or bank transfer. I only take a limited number of orders per week/day, so I base my schedule on a first paid/first served policy.
How much notice do you need to take a booking?
I recommend 2 -4 weeks as a minimum to place an order. As I have limited spots each week for cake orders, the sooner you contact me about your cake, the better chance I can take it.
Are you a Nut Free kitchen?
My kitchen is NOT NUT-FREE even if some of my cakes don’t contain nuts. Please be aware of this when serving my cakes to your guests.
Do you copy other cake styles?
If you give me a rough idea of the colour/theme/style then I will design a beautiful cake just for you. Please note, I do not copy other bakers’ designs. My cake designs are unique to Cake Tart and I do work best with creative freedom. I am happy to discuss with you throughout the design process so please give me a clear understanding of what you'd like otherwise I am also more than happy to surprise you.
Lastly....
If you would like additional features on the cake like gold leaf, gold ball studding, deluxe blooms handmade custom flag topper, gold acrylic cake topper please let me know in the request form so I can quote you accordingly.
