FAQs
What kind of gluten-free flour do you use and is it certified GF?
I use a specialized blend that took me years to find. It is exceptional in its texture and taste… no grainy texture or funny after taste. I have many compliments from my non-GF people, and if it doesn’t pass my gluten-eating husband, it doesn’t go out the door! My flour is certified and I make certain that all my ingredients are safe for my clients.
Is your bakery a certified gluten-free facility?
My bakery is a home-based bakery. It is not a certified facility, but it is celiac safe. I have a celiac child which started me on this journey. There is gluten in the home, but it is always store-bought prepackaged items that are stored in a separate cupboard for my family members that do not require a GF diet. I never have any gluten flour in my home or touch any of my equipment.
Do you offer delivery?
I do offer delivery. A flat fee of $25 will be added to any order in Ames, or $1/mile plus standard mileate rate each way if outside of Ames.
What allergies can you accommodate?
I work with those that are not only GF, but also dairy, egg, soy, and even corn-free. I make vegan cakes all the time!
are you a peanut-free/tree nut bakery?
This is a home-based bakery, and we do have peanut butter and other tree nuts in the home. However, I do have a separate mixer that I keep away from all nut products. I try to take all precautions about nut allergens, but I cannot completely guarantee that my cakes are nut-free.
Do you offer cake tastings/consults?
When it comes time do discuss and design your big celebration, it is important to get together and really plan everything out.. and of course, taste the cake! Consults are $50. This time is important for you to get to know me (trusting any vendor is extremely important on your big day) and of course… you get to sample CAKE!
Can you re-create or copy a cake that i found online or in a magazine?
The availability of images online can be such a great resource for inspiration. I am happy to have you send me those pictures to help me understand your vision for your special day. But your cake should be as unique as you, so we will work together to come up with a special design that is custom made just for you!
When should I book my order with you?
I only book one wedding per weekend, and my availability is limited. To secure your special day, please book as soon as possible and reserve your date with a $100 non-refundable deposit.
Orders for single-layer cakes will require less lead time, but I am the only employee of this bakery - so if I am not available, there is no one else to take the order.
I do my best to accommodate last-minute orders, and I hate turning people away, but my bakery is my second job and I bake in the evenings.
how much do your cakes cost?
There are many variables that are involved in determining the cost of a custom-designed cake. Gluten-Free flour is expensive in itself, and every cake is custom-made to order and priced individually, considering the number of servings, complexity of design, and the number of tiers.
Where are you located?
I am located in Ames, IA. I do not have a storefront. I make all of the bakery items in my home under the guidelines of the Iowa Home Bakery License with the Department of Inspection and Appeals.
