Cakes By Karin

The good: I recently attended a wedding in the area (I live out of state) and while the cake was acceptable and it was well received at the reception. The fondant was smooth and had no cracking.
The not so good: It’s one of those situations where the audience was not made aware of the backstory, and there was one. From the pick up time (still haven’t figured out how that could have been so wrong-​delivery was not an option provided in this instance) to the cake not being the one ordered-​Ballpark maybe, but not the one ordered. Since I am a Pastry Chef by trade, decorating was to be finished by me. I am still stumped as to why she charged full price-​as if it had been decorated. The decorator asked if we would like the cake «boxed» as we were on the way over. I am still confused about that one… It was going to be a slow ride with a four tier wedding cake on my lap if it weren’t boxed
On top of all of that, my friend was oversold a cake that fed at the minimum another entire reception of guests. While my friend listened to my advice on cake size, she was led into believing that she needed an extra tier. There is an industry standard on cake portions. You can use it for pricing or even only an idea, but there IS a guideline.
Then, as we got in the car we were given an 8 inch «extra» cake in addition to four tier cake. So the couple saved the top 6 inch tier for the anniversary, have an 8 inch cake and a full 12 inch cake left over. That equates to money. And for my friend-​lost money.
Everyone enjoyed the cake. So there is more good. I am glad there are local businesses that can be supported and that my friend shoes this route. I do feel that the other issues are just as important and items the bride should not have had to consider.

My daughter surprised me with a birthday cake from Cakes By Karin while I was visiting my mother in Hudson. Karin, herself, delivered it — for free. The cake was absolutely wonderful. I have had many birthday cakes (this was #55) and it was by far the most delicious cake I’ve ever had. I would highly recommend her.