Posts by Anna W.

Everybody had good points but here is my 2 cents: Anything tiered is priced with "wedding cake prices". In addition to the tiers, you have to consider delivery, samples (if you offer them), design time and consultation. If...

Have a customer who wants an ice cream cake that looks like stacked gift boxes. Does anyone have any advice on how to assemble or decorate a 4" high square cake? Can you use chocolate clay for the decoration? Can you ice it with...

His territory definitely does not reach that far!! :)

Sysco carries Callebaut.

W- I don't add any gumpaste to the fondant for enrobing. Only if I need a decoration on the cake to match the fondant, like an all white cake that needs a bow.

Isaac- I'm not in the market for this at the moment but it sounds very intriquing. Can you please keep us posted in regards to ease of use, clean up, etc. All the pros and cons? I am very curious! Thanks!

LCS- Do you have a Borders Outlet near you? I got my Cake Bible for $7.00. You could try a Half Price Books, also, if you don't mind a used one. Otherwise, I'd go with Jessica's Biscuit (www.ecookbooks.com) like Marmalady said. ...

I love the cake bible! Yes, she is serious and scientific but that is a plus when everything you've learned has been from books (meaning me). So maybe her exactness would bother the average home baker or the schooled pastry chef but it...

I agree with Memoreg on the buttercream under the fondant. I always put on a thick crumbcoat first. When it is smooth, then your fondant will be smooth. Jam, jelly, or piping gel all will get it to adhere to the cake. I don't...

I agree with everyone on the dessert thing but I love mushroom strudel- great appetizer or first course, you might want to try that.