Written by Curator Erin of ECBG Cake Studio

At ECBG Cake Studio we do over 100 cake tastings a year. As the owner and ring leader of ECBG, I conduct a LOT of tastings and talk to A LOT of engaged couples about cake. I absolutely LOVE getting to know the personalities of the couples I meet with and I love learning about their dream wedding cake. They describe to me their vision, they talk about their desires, their likes and dislikes, and we spend a lot of time brainstorming on Pinterest!

Sometimes couples come in and have their whole mood board organized and prepared. They’ve taken notes on preferred flavor combinations and already have a topper bought! Sometimes couples have never thought about a wedding cake before in their lives. Most of the time the bride-to-be is leading the conversation and most of the time their soon to be spouse smiles and says, “Yes whatever you think!” In which I always respond, “Good answer!”

Here is what I like to suggest as you prepare to start thinking about your wedding cake!

How To Taste Wedding Cake by ECBG Cake Studio on CHI thee WED!

Do some research about available bakeries

Do a simple search, or even talk to friends about bakeries in your area. See if there are any styles you fall in love with. Some artists have very distinct styles, and if you do as well you might want to try to find someone who vibes with your vibe!

Reach out well in advance to be sure they have your wedding date available

At ECBG we book up pretty far in advance. Saturdays are a hot commodity, so if you know you want it, grab it!

Schedule a wedding cake tasting

At ECBG we provide a FREE wedding cake tasting, so come on in and try some cake on me! If nothing else, we will have a great time chatting and snacking on sweets.

Wedding cake is usually priced by the serving and tiered cakes are more per slice than sheet cakes

Most couples get a tiered cake(the pretty one they cut for the pictures) based on what they love design-wise to feed a percentage of their guests, and then feed the remaining guests with sheet cakes. The size of the tiered cake can serve any number of guests you need them to. For instance, you can choose a 3 tiered cake to feed 100 or a 3 tiered cake to feed 40. People make this choice based on cost and/or style preference.

Two tiered cake to feed 20 people | photo by lkhan Photography

Four tiered cake to feed 100 people | photo by Jill Tiongco Photography

Before you come, keep in mind there are certain questions I will be asking you:

- How many people are you hoping to feed with your cake?

- Will cake be served at each person’s seat or will it be served on a table for them to serve themselves? (This is important because you may not NEED as many servings as you think)

- Have you seen anything on the internet, or at another friend’s wedding that you have loved in terms of style?

-What flavors are you usually drawn to?

Have fun with it!! Cake is the best part of wedding planning!

My whole professional purpose comes to fruition when I receive the photos of the couple tasting their wedding cake on their wedding day. This magical cake moment is what it is all about! This is the first act the couple is doing together as a union. They are celebrating their love with this indulgent dessert that they designed and chose together that represents the two of them equally. This dessert item, which is so much more than dessert is meant to represent and celebrate the most important day of their relationship. It is my job to make sure I did their vision justice in the most delicious and beautiful way!

If you’re hoping to try wedding cake with me, take a look at some of the DELICIOUS flavors we offer!

What is my favorite flavor combo?

Almond cake with vanilla pastry cream and passion fruit curd filling covered with silky, buttery Italian meringue buttercream.

Cake Flavors

Rich sour cream cake made with French organic butter, unbleached organic flour and sugar, and cage free farm raised organic eggs.

YELLOW

WHITE

CHOCOLATE

RED VELVET

MARBLE

FUN FETTI

ALMOND

LEMON

SPICED CARROT

Frosting Flavors

All of our cakes are covered with a buttery, rich and delicious from-scratch Italian meringue buttercream made with French organic butter, sugar and bourbon vanilla bean paste. Choose your filling flavor from the following fillings. All fillings are made in house with the highest quality creams, butter, sugar, nuts, and chocolates.

BUTTERCREAM

CREAM CHEESE

WHIPPED CREAM including chocolate or vanilla

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

CHOCOLATE GANACHE

WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE

FRESH FRUIT

FRUIT JAM including raspberry, strawberry, etc.

GERMAN CHOCOLATE

COOKIE DOUGH

PASTRY CREAM including chocolate or vanilla

FRUIT CURD including lemon, lime or passionfruit

OREO

PEANUT BUTTER

CARAMEL SAUCE

How To Taste Wedding Cake