What's the first step for ordering a wedding cake?
Email us with questions or schedule a complimentary consultation.
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How are the sizes for wedding cakes figured?
By the number of guests you want to serve. A standard wedding cake
slice is 1 inch-by-2 inches, which is pretty small. If a caterer will
be cutting your cake, he or she will be able to maximize the number of
servings intended for a cake. If a family member or friend will be
cutting, you are better off estimating on the high end for the number
of servings needed.
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I want a three-tiered cake but need to serve 200 guests. What are my options?
A three-tier cake can only serve about 100 people maximum. You can add
sheet cakes, cupcakes or table cakes as way to feed all your guests.
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How are cupcakes displayed at weddings?
Myriad has cupcake towers available for rent or platters may be used. A
nice presentation is a series of lifts and levels covered in a drape
upon which the cupcakes may be arranged. Some couples prefer to have a
small centerpiece cake and the cupcakes waiting in the wings until it’s
time for them to be served.
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What is fondant, and what does it taste like?
Fondant is a sugar product, kind of like edible modeling clay. It has a
neutral sugar taste like marshmallows or cotton candy. It mainly is
used when temperature is a concern or when the cake design requires a
certain base material. It is draped over each tier on top of a thick
layer of butter cream. Although it is edible, most guests just pull it
aside before eating their slice of cake. Many designs, such as those
featuring real ribbon, will only work in fondant.
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Do you offer tastings?
Yes. Complimentary tastings are scheduled once per month, and couples
usually get to try three to four cake-and-filling combinations.
Tastings often are done in conjunction with the consultation. We also
display at the Oregon Wedding Showcase every January, and several
flavors are available for sampling there.
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When will my cake be baked?
Two to three days before your wedding. Myriad cakes are never frozen.
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Will you deliver and set up my cake?
Yes. The setup and delivery fee is $35 in the Salem area, $75 to
Lincoln City and $90 to Newport. Other delivery destinations are priced
based on distance.
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How do I save the top tier for the first anniversary?
The custom of freezing the top tier to eat on the first anniversary has
been less popular recently, but some couples still prefer to follow it.
Wrap the cake tightly in alternating layers of plastic wrap and foil,
then place it in a box so it won’t get smashed. Put the box in the back
of the freezer so the temperature will fluctuate less. If you prefer to
serve the top tier of your cake, Myriad offers an anniversary cake for
two for $25, which is ordered at the same time as the wedding cake.
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How do we cut our wedding cake?
Myriad can provide a cutting guide if needed.
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Do you sell toppers or monograms?
We make sugar monograms for the fronts and tops of cakes. We do not
sell figurines or metal letters, but if a couple wants to provide these
items, we are happy to add them to the cake at the reception site.
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Do you provide sheet cakes?
Yes. White butter cream-covered sheet cakes are $50 and serve 50.
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How is payment handled, and in what form?
Half of the estimated cost of your cake is due at the consultation, and
the remainder is due one week before the event. Any order not paid in
full one week before the event will be canceled. The first deposit is
nonrefundable. Payment may be made by cash or check.
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Can I have my cake outdoors if I'm getting married in the summer?
Yes, but a fondant exterior is required, and some fillings, such as cream cheese, won’t be options.
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How can I save my date?
A $50 save-the-date deposit will hold your date. Myriad only takes one
cake order per day, so couples are advised to save their spot as soon
as they know they want to hire us to make their cake.
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If I want a cake plateau or platter, who provides it?
Usually the customer provides special display items. Marion can advise
you of which rental companies in the area offer these types of cake
stands.
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Where is Myriad located?
The Myriad office is at 765 Liberty St. SE. in Salem. It is open by appointment only. Myriad is not a retail storefront. You can call us at
anytime at (503) 730-6026.
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