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cakes & desserts Q & A with Jennifer Luxmoore, owner of Sin When to book: Usually about four to six months in advance. Bakers can normally do more than one event per day, so we’re a bit lower on the list than say a photographer or venue. You can usually book a cake towards the end of your planning. What types of questions should couples ask their baker before they book them? 'How long have they been in business' is a good one because you want someone who’s had experience with solving problems, with the venues, with multiple cake styles, with delivery, etc. You’ll also want to ask: “What is your policy if there’s a problem with the cake?” and “What is your policy for toppers or flowers that are added to the cake at the site?”  Is it better if a couple has looked at Pinterest for ideas before they come to meet with you? Yes! They don’t have to have a picture of the exact cake, but some photos of styles that they like or the feeling they’re going for is very helpful. We can take a variety of different cakes and use them as inspiration to create a cake that’s uniquely theirs. Have you noticed any new wedding cake trends? There have been so many “rustic” cakes... think rough-frosted and/or naked. I think everyone is getting married in a garden these days! What’s the “craziest” wedding cake you’ve ever made? Either a Godzilla/Mothra cake, a Halloween cauldron cake or a zombie apocalypse cake. What other goodies have you made for weddings? Dessert spreads are really popular nowadays. We can obviously make all sorts of cupcakes (with varying flavors and designs) but then we also often get requests for mini desserts like tartlets, brownies, Rice Krispy treats (people love them!), mini hand pies, cake pops...There’s really no limit to what we can make! Candids that capture moments as they unfold and stunning posed photographs. www.ellagracephotography.com (401) 862-9435 RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY'S ENGAGED 2018 | 29