How long have you been in business?

• I have been in the retail bakery business going on 18 years. I have since left to start my own wedding cake boutique.

How many years of wedding experience do you have?

• I have been developing wedding programs for existing retail bakeries for 18 years. I really missed getting to know brides and making their dreams come true. So many establishments only look at their bottom line and not the true requests of a bride. I found this very disheartening and decided to go on my own.

Are you licensed by the State Health Deptartment?

• Yes. We are currently using a catering facility for all cake preparation and completion.

Do you belong to any National or Local professional associations?

• Yes, I am a member of The International Cake Exploration Societe. It is a wonderful source for decorators across the world.

How far in advance should I book your bakery?

• Some brides will book up to a year ahead. Others will book a couple months ahead. It is always best to schedule with us as early as possible.

How do you coordinate with the other wedding services?

• We work together with many vendors often and know the times and hall the cake is being delivered to.

Is there a taste test available for the flavors and is there a charge for it?

• Crème de la Crème offers a menu of cake flavor combinations. All of them are available for a cake tasting at no extra charge.

Do you have a display or photographs of your wedding cakes to view?

• We have cakes featured in galleries on this website and on todaysbrideonline.com. We also have cakes featured at three bridal shows in January and October.

Do you have set styles to choose from or do you customize?

• Most of what we do is customized to fit what a bride is looking for. There are however, many sources for great looking cakes. We encourage brides to bring us pictures if they do not already have in mind what they would like.

How far in advance are the cakes prepared?

• Cakes are baked, assembled, and decorated the week of the wedding.

How many cakes do you prepare in a weekend?

• Depending on the intricate nature of the designs and the number of servings, we will average 2-3 weddings a weekend.

Can you match the color of the cake to a color swatch?

• Often times brides do bring in sample colors of what they are looking for. This is the best way to ensure you will get the colors you truly want.

Who handles the decorating and when will it be done?

• Most cake designs are finished by the owner, Dawn Verwold. Depending on the intricate nature of the design, cake decorations can be made ahead of time.

Do you provide cake cutting service and is this an extra charge?

• We do not offer a cake cutting service at this time.

Do you have cake toppers and cake knives?

• We have a variety of places we order from. Catalogs are available to view.

Do you provide the box for the top tier to be stored?

• We do provide a box for the top tier. However, it is recommended that the cake be placed in a frozen storage container for safe keeping.

Do you sell cookie trays?

• We will be expanding more into cookie baking. At this time we offer wedding cake cookies decorated.

Do you sell favors?

• Yes, please view our menu for the options available.

When is the final head count due?

• One week before the wedding, the final head count is due.

How early before the reception will the cake be delivered and set up?

• Many times the cake is set up and delivered 3 to 4 hours before the reception. In warmer summer months, we often schedule deliveries 2 hours before the reception.

Is there a delivery charge?

• There is a $50.00 delivery charge. Additional charges may apply for travel.

Are cakes priced by the slice?

• Cakes are priced at $3.95 per serving. Additional charges for more intricate designs may apply.

Are different flavors or fillings priced differently?

• All the cakes are priced the same. All recipes have been tested and formulated to deliver the ultimate tasting experience.

What rental fees are required for plateaus and fountains?

• We charge a $50.00 rental fee and a deposit on all plateaus and fountains.

When would these items need to be returned?

• A week after the wedding, all rented items should be returned.

Any discounts for Friday night or Sunday afternoon reception?

• There are not any discounts available at this time.

Are there savings for having an off season reception?

• There are not any off season discounts available.

When is the deposit and final payment due?

• Deposit is due upon scheduling the date and the final payment is due one week before the wedding.

Do you have a written contract?

• We do have a contract that outlines all the requests of the bride and groom. It is then signed by all parties.

What is your guarantee?

• If the cake delivered is not what you ordered, the bride and groom will be given a full refund.

Are taxes and gratuity included in the price?

• Wedding cakes are non-taxable. Gratuity is only at the discretion of the bride and groom and not added in.

Cancellation and refund policy?

• Cakes can be cancelled up to 6 months ahead before forfeiting the deposit.

Can you provide references?

• We do have many references available upon request.