What should I ask a cake baker during an interview?

Your wedding cake will be the centerpiece of your reception, so it's important to take your time when you're searching for the perfect baker and/or designer. Just like wedding dress shopping, this is not a process you'll want to rush -- trust us! Make sure the wedding cake baker has a portfolio you can look at to be sure their style fits in with the vision you have. Be sure to bring wedding cake photos that inspired you, fabric or color swatches, and other resources if you have a custom style in mind.

Here are a few questions to ask potential wedding cake bakers during an interview:

• Will the cake baker create a custom cake, or are there set styles to choose from?
• What are my filling and flavor choices? Can I taste them?
• How far in advance are wedding cakes prepared?
• Who will bake my wedding cake?
• How are your wedding cakes priced?
• Does the wedding cake price include an anniversary tier?
• What is the delivery process?
• Is the baker licensed by the state?

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