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I have a bride that would like a decorated wedding cake, but the groom only likes cheesecake so wants a cake that tastes like cheesecake. Is this possible? Do you know of a recipe that would give a true cheesecake taste but be able...

I was thinking the same thing. Making a statement saying "All of us at Cakes r us, would like to send our condolences to both the families involved in the tragic accident on March __, 2011".Be very careful not to state that it isn't...

I now I have read that several people do fill and freeze so when the cake comes it just needs to defrost and it's ready to decorate.I haven't had much success with this as I have tried it but the icing gets a bit mussy when it defrosts...

I didn't know that Wilton made Chocolate coloring. I will have to source that out.We don't have a lot of colors around here so it can be hard at times. I generally just mix the melts I have to get different colors. Although that...

I never used to box my cakes for the same reason as many.....they just don't fit. Until the day that I had to meet a customer in a parking lot to drop off the cake (long story) I had told him my usual tips for transporting. However...

I used to use the Wilton plastic supports for everything but switched to the tea straws awhile back due to price.I was unsure about the tea straws at first but they hold up really well. But for a 4 or 5 tier cake I would likely use the...

I am in the Barrie area and have also received mixed messages. I can't seem to locate the site now but I am wishing I had printed the screen. In my original search for info I found a Government webpage that listed a bunch of different...

I haven't done one of these cakes yet but have thought about it Personally I also would be worried about a 1 or 2 inch Styrofoam piece holding the wait. It it's square like in the sample photos I personally would go to the hardwood...

I can't stand Wiltons melts either. I have to add so much shortening that it makes the chocolate unstable to work with.I like Merkens as long as they are fresh.

oh, I will have to try this. I always use the Wilton Cake Release and love the results I get but at $5 a jar it's getting pricey. Thanks for posting!