She does ethereally beautiful cakes. If you're planning a wedding, anniversary or any event where a tremendous cake would add to the gaiety of the nation, then the cake artist Rachel Mount is for you.Lucia Van Der Post - The Times, June 2006
How to Order a Cake.
Please contact Rachel to book a design consultation at her studio where you can view the full portfolio range and discuss your individual order requirements. Once Rachel has received a design brief she carefully researches the theme before drafting ideas into a range of detailed sketches. Clients receive their design sketches and quotations with a selection of cake centres to choose from.
Timetable.
2 - 12 weeks notice is required.
April to October is peak season and early booking is recommended. However, it is always worth calling on the off chance that she can squeeze in a short notice order (minimum 48 hours).
Pricing.
Prices for bespoke designs start from £295. Each order is individually priced based upon its size and level of design detail.
The price includes a design consultation with Rachel, a set of unique design sketches, a bespoke cake baked and crafted to individual specifications, safe sturdy packaging for delivery.
| Tiers | Price | Portions |
|---|---|---|
| One Tier | from £340 | (from 50 portions) |
| Two Tier | from £590 | (from 90 portions) |
| Three Tier | from £690 | (from 120 portions) |
Delivery.
Cakes are well packaged for safe transportation. They can be collected, or delivery can be arranged. Delivery is quoted as an additional fee based upon mileage.
Rachel Mount has only one address and is based in London only.
Shopping around for the right cake design.
Shopping for the right cake, especially for your wedding, can be a daunting task as there are lots of cake makers who all have varying styles and standards of work. Here are some helpful tips.
- Clients should always view a cake maker's portfolio and check that the designs in it are all their own work. That way you can recognise the producers own particular craft skill and style. It is important to pick someone who has the correct expertise to produce your chosen design as cake making is a highly specialised and challenging craft. Orders are produced to tight deadline which leaves little room for error.
- If you are ordering a bespoke design always expect an inclusive service of detailed design sketches fully illustrating your design requirements.
- Ask to sample the supplier’s range of cake centres.
- As well as their own design portfolio, a good cake maker will be sure to have portfolios with previous clients' letters of recommendation and press cuttings.
Celebration cakes enter the realm of sculpture when made by Rachel Mount.
Scotsman Magazine, February 2007
