Cake Care

Transporting Your Cake

• Always carry your cake from the base of the box
• Keep the box upright at all times
• When travelling by car, place the box on a flat, non-slip surface, ideally in the footwell
• Avoid long journeys where possible and use air conditioning on warmer days
• When travelling by train, keep the cake secure in a bag on the floor and away from foot traffic

Once the cake has been collected, responsibility for safe handling and transport passes to the client.

Storage

• Cakes and cupcakes can be kept in their boxes in a cool, dry place for up to two days
• In warm conditions, store cakes in the fridge while still in their box
• Cakes covered in sugarpaste should have the box wrapped in cling film before refrigerating
• Cakes or cupcakes with cream cheese frosting must be refrigerated until serving

Serving

• Cakes and cupcakes are best enjoyed at room temperature
• If stored in the fridge, remove around one hour before serving to allow them to come to temperature

Non-Edible Decorations

Some cakes may include non-edible decorative elements. These should be removed before cutting and serving.

Dowels and Internal Supports

Tiered or tall cakes contain internal supports to keep them stable.

• The venue will usually remove these when cutting the cake
• If cutting the cake yourself, remove the centre dowel from the top tier by gently twisting and pulling it out
• Lift off the cake board beneath the tier
• Remove the remaining dowels before cutting
• Repeat this process for each tier

If you have any questions on the day, your venue staff will usually be happy to assist.