Let's create your art piece
I'm So glad you are HERE! First of, CONGRATULATIONS! I am so thankful that you have found interest in the one thing that fuels me- Creating a love story intertwined in a cake for a very special day.
Working in the cake industry, I can definitely say, Cake and Treats are ALWAYS an important aspect in any wedding! Our work is very elegant, modern contemporary, we take a lot of free reign in our creativity and design something that fits YOUR WEDDING and create unique cakes like no other!
If you are ready to start your Cake Journey, please go to our Wedding Cakes tab to guide you to our brief Questionnaire that will be required to move forward!
CAKE Style:
Our cake style is highly inspired by the things that surround us - from contemporary elements, such as fashion, architecture, nature, paintings, everything life has to bring. We stand out with our unique creations and will have you and your guests with dropped jaws, Not just because of the intricate design, but also the deliciousness of each slice.
We regret to inform you that we do not DUPLICATE or copy the work of other artists, so please write to Us your likes and dislikes of inspo cakes.
In some cases clients would like a cake similar to the ones shown in our website, which is not a problem.
You can also let us to surprise you with a unique cake design based on a short brief of the cake design by you.
We have a base cost structure built around Finger Portions [ 1" x 1" x 4" Tall ] that includes most designs and as many flavors as tiers in the cake
We regret to inform you that we do not specialize in Children Cakes [ Cocomelon ,spiderman ,Barbie etc ] Unless it involves a very different take on the Theme .
CELEBRATION CAKES:
We required a minimum of 1 Week notice for Small Cakes and 2-3 weeks notice for bigger commissions. All times subject to Date Availability.
Minimum Charge for Celebration Cakes start at $80 and varies accordingly to complexity of design, number of Tiers, etc.
Delivery, if required, is calculated separately.
The Client may pick up the cake. The Client assumes liability once it passes into the Client’s possession. Dolce Vita Bakery no longer assumes any responsibility for damage caused to it.
The Client is responsible for providing a suitable environment for the cake (away from heaters, vibrations, people, suitable surface, suitable outdoor setting.
Once the product is delivered and set up, Dolce Vita Bakery is not responsible for cake including collapse, melting, pokes etc.
WEDDING CAKES And Big Events:
Price is calculated based on number of portions required. As a guideline, the base Price for a 100 Portions Cake is $500.
There is a minimum charge of $300 for Wedding Cakes.
There is a minimum charge of $300 for Big Event Cakes
We required a minimum of 6 weeks notice for a Wedding and Big Event Cakes. All subject to availability.
A 50% deposit must be placed within 1 WEEK of the Contract sent.
It is recommended for florals, to please contact your florist to spare florals for your cake, as we can add them on the day off delivery. However, if we must provide the florals, here are the pricings.
Price for wedding and big event cakes with fresh florals will be an additional starting price of $100.
Price for wedding and big event cakes with faux florals will be an additional starting price of $80.
For cascading or excess of floral arrangements there is a starting charge of $160.
Sugar Flowers/ Wafer Flowers are limited to 6 and have a starting price of an additional $35.
Silver/Gold Leaf covered Tiers have an added cost according to the size chosen. Please refer to us for more information when design is finalized.
We do offer the option of creating Faux Cakes for display. We understand that Cake cutting photos are a must- so we will be glad to add a slice of real cake in the Faux Cake.
There is a Rental Fee of $100 for stands, separators or the complete Faux Cakes. Items must be returned within 3 days after the event. otherwise YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR ORIGINAL PRICE OF ITEMS + SHIPPING FEE.
We do offer sheet cakes. Our Deluxe cakes are 2 layers, and any flavor from our menu.
Our Basic Sheet cakes are just 1 layer and can only be Vanilla/ Chocolate/ Marble.
Our Deluxe sheet cakes serve 50 and run $75, and our Basic sheet cakes serve 35 and run $35.
In Person Consultations:
Our consultations are $40 NON REFUNDABLE. This is solely for two people, if you would like more samples, It will be an extra charge.
We will meet up at a coffee shop here in Irving:
2501 W Airport Fwy, Irving, TX 75062
Here's what to expect:
-Get in person communication
-Try the FOUR FLAVORS that you have chosen on the questionnaire
-Have a look at our portfolio to grasp Ideas
-Discuss major points of wedding cake design *Flavor selection, color scheme, textures, decorations, florals, Rentals etc*
-Discuss agenda for the DAY OF the wedding
-Ask any question you would have.
*We do not hand you a sketch of the wedding cake, our creative process sparks when we are alone*
After the consultation:
-You will receive an email with the following:
- Options of quotes ( Show Cake that is not edible with sheet cakes to serve, AND Show Cake that is edible)
Sketch Designs are DOLCE VITA BAKERY sole property and cannot be shared until non-refundable Deposit is made.
NO CONSULTATION IS BOOKED WITHOUT HAVING FIRST FILLED OUT OUR QUESTIONNAIRE AND HAVE PAID THE FEE'S REQUIRED.
Wedding Questionnaire:
https://www.dvbakery.net/weddingquestionaire
Pick up/ virtual consultations:
We also have the option to pick up a tasting box for just $35 NON REFUNDABLE without the consultation.
Here's what to expect:
-Phone call or facetime/zoom communication
-Try the FOUR FLAVORS that you have chosen on the questionnaire at the comfort of your home.
-Have a look at our portfolio to grasp Ideas
-Discuss major points of wedding cake design *Flavor selection, color scheme, textures, decorations, florals, Rentals etc*
-Discuss agenda for the DAY OF the wedding
-Ask any question you would have.
Sample Box pick ups will be in Irving off of Beltline rd. And w. Northgate dr.
Sketch Designs are DOLCE VITA BAKERY sole property and cannot be shared until non-refundable Deposit is made.
NO CONSULTATION IS BOOKED WITHOUT HAVING FIRST FILLED OUT OUR QUESTIONNAIRE AND HAVE PAID THE FEE'S REQUIRED.
Wedding Questionnaire:
https://www.dvbakery.net/weddingquestionaire
Delivery:
We are based in Irving, Texas and deliver anywhere within Texas if required .
For most cakes , except for Wedding and Big Event Cakes, we suggest pick up from our location unless otherwise advised.
If you wish to pick up your Wedding or Big Event Cake, our contract MUST be signed by the designated person.
Delivery Includes set up as well (stacking tiers, adding final touches, adding florals). WE DO NOT CUT THE CAKE.
There is a fee of $2 per mile one way.
There is a flat fee of $150 for deliveries to: Central Dallas and Central Fort Worth.
Delivery Charges : $2 per Mile one way
Orders over $2000 have free delivery within 40 miles round trip from our location.
For Deliveries with a Radius of 60-100 miles from Us, is a flat fee of $250.
For Deliveries with a Radius of 100-200 miles from Us, is a flat fee of $400.
Please message us for National delivery.
HOW TO PAY:
For Small Celebration/Birthday Cakes that are needed within 3 days, Full Payment is required at Order Confirmation.
For Orders over $60 we require a 50% Deposit with the remaining 50% Balance due 1 day before Event.
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All deposits MUST be paid within 1 week of recieving the contract via email. It is your responsibility to send your down payment by the due date on the contract.
IF DEPOSIT IS NOT RECIEVED BY THE DATE, YOUR QUOTE WILL NOT BE HONORED NOR WILL YOUR DATE BE SAVED.
For Wedding Cakes a 50% Deposit is required to confirm your order and the remaining 50% is due 1 Week before Wedding. If needed, we may break down the payments into 4 payments.
All Payments are made via Zelle, if Zelle is not possible, we may figure out another form of payment.
COVID19 CANCELATION: POLICY STILL IN ACT. IF CANCELATION OF EVENT 14 DAYS OR LESS BEFORE EVENT, ANY PAYMENT WILL NOT BE REFUNDED, HOWEVER NO OTHER PENALTY FEE WILL NOT BE CHARGED.
Sketch Designs are DOLCE VITA BAKERY sole property and cannot be shared until non-refundable Deposit is made.
Cancellations/Refunds:
Deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE [ Only exception is in case that the order can not be fulfilled by our side, then , a full refund will be given]
In case of Cancellations, if the Cake has been paid in full, and work on your order has not been started, your payment will be saved as STORE CREDIT that is good for up to 4 months.