Celebration cakes
Celebration cakes
Designs
Our cakes are unique and one of a kind You don’t need to have a specific idea in mind for your cake decoration when you approach us Let us handle the creative process by designing a bespoke cake just for you You can send us a picture of your favourite dress, share a special place, describe your hobby, or let us know your favourite flowers We’ll use our creativity and imagination to craft the perfect cake tailored to your preferences Please note that we do not replicate other cake designs, so we kindly ask that you do not send us pictures of cakes from the internet
All of our cakes are made to order We prepare them fresh each time and never freeze our cakes or use premade cake mixes Unless stated otherwise, all of our celebration cakes consist of three layers of delicate sponge and two layers of filling made with fresh cream Some of our flavours may include chocolate ganache, a crunchy layer, fresh fruit, fruit curds, fruit gels, and more We also offer cakes made with gluten-free flour; however, we can't accommodate eggless or vegan options We utilise a variety of decorating techniques, including but not limited to wafer paper, rice paper, chocolate ganache, buttercream, and fondant
We reserve the right to reuse elements of our designs and to photograph our products for publishing and advertising after the collection or delivery date
Decoration
At Strawberries & Cream, we provide two types of cake decoration:
Classic
A combination of fresh seasonal fruits, berries, and macarons or chocolate pralines only Optional personalisation items such as a name or birthday number and coloured buttercream are available as add-ons Theming isn’t included within our classic decoration
Luxury
If you would like a bake that contains further personalisation, a luxury decoration would be the best option for you Our luxury option include theming as an add-on, consisting of hand-painted designs or cakes decorated with handmade wafer paper flowers
Flavours
Please note that all cakes are made with fresh cream and must be stored in the fridge They should be consumed within three days of collection or delivery Each flavour can be customised according to your preferences Gluten-free flour options are also available for our cakes
Classic
1 Strawberries and cream on vanilla sponge (available April to September)
2 Raspberries and cream on vanilla sponge
3 Chocolate truffle on chocolate sponge
4 Lemon and strawberry (available from April to September) or plus raspberry on lemon sponge
5 White chocolate and berries on vanilla sponge
6 Oreo and salted caramel on chocolate sponge
Premium (additional charge applies)
1 Pistachio, summer berries, and pistachio crunchy praline on vanilla sponge
2 Bailey's, coffee, and salted caramel on chocolate sponge
3 Passion fruit, white chocolate, and lemon on lemon or vanilla sponge
4 Rum, dark chocolate, orange, and chocolate crunchy praline on an intense chocolate sponge
5 Vanilla, hazelnut, and milk chocolate on chocolate sponge
6 Mango, lime, and toasted coconut crunchy praline on lime sponge
Bespoke (additional charge may apply)
We can create a custom flavour combination for your cake based on your preferences
Placing an order
Orders can be placed via phone, online webform or Instagram message between 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM on Wednesday (excluding Christmas and Easter) You can also place orders by email at info@strawberriesandcream co uk
For simply decorated celebration cakes (such as those with fresh berries or macarons), we recommend giving at least 2 weeks' notice For cakes with more intricate and handmade decorations (like wafer paper flowers or hand-painted designs), we advise a minimum of 8 weeks' notice While we may be able to accommodate shorter notice requests depending on the design and our availability, we cannot guarantee it Please contact us to discuss your needs
Cakes ordered 7 days or fewer before the delivery or collection date will incur an additional charge This fee helps cover adjustments to our weekly schedule, extra shopping, and changes to personal plans Unfortunately, we cannot accept orders placed less than 5 days before the collection or delivery date
Please note that to secure your order, the size, flavour, and decoration must be agreed upon, and a deposit must be paid at least 7 days before the intended date Simply reserving the date without providing these details is not sufficient enough unfortunately
Our Classic range of cakes can be delivered or collected any day of the week, while Luxury cakes are available exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays
If you would like to proceed with a bespoke celebration cake, please inform us of any food allergies before placing your order Terms and Conditions apply to all celebration cakes, excluding wedding cakes
Prices
Each celebration cake is priced individually, depending on its size, flavour, and the complexity of the design, as well as the time required for decoration
Classic range
Our classic range starts from the following sizes and prices, featuring seasonal fresh fruits, French macarons, or chocolate pralines:
- 8-10 servings: from £55
- 12-14 servings: from £65
- 16-18 servings: from £75
- For larger cakes, please request a quotation
- You can also add a decorative plaque with a name or age for an additional £5
Luxury range
We offer themed and customised cakes, such as hand-painted designs and cakes adorned with handmade wafer paper flowers or other unique decorations Our team collaborates with you to create the perfect cake design, which is personally developed in our studio Therefore, we cannot accept designs or cake pictures from other sources to be copied or recreated on your cake
- 8-10 servings from £150
- 12-14 servings from £160
- 16-18 servings from £170
- For larger cakes, please request a quotation
Cake delivery and collection
You are welcome to collect your cake from our premises in Kidlington Upon collection, we will advise you how to transport and store the cake
Delivery information:
Oxford areas
(OX1, OX2, OX3, OX4) and addresses within a 5-mile radius of our premises (including Kidlington, Woodstock, and Yarnton):
- Delivery charge: £6 for single-tier cakes
- Delivery charge: £10 for multi-tiered cakes
Addresses within a 12-mile radius
(including Abingdon, Bicester, Wheatley, and Eynsham):
- Delivery charge: £8 for single-tier cakes
- Delivery charge: £12 for multi-tiered cake
Addresses within a 20-mile radius
(including Didcot, Banbury, and Thame):
- Delivery charge: £10 for single-tier cakes
- Delivery charge: £14 for multi-tiered cakes
Addresses further afield
Delivery is charged at 50p per mile (round trip)
Please note that multi-tiered cakes require special care during transportation We highly recommend that you allow us to deliver your cake safely If you choose to collect your cake, we cannot accept any liability for damages that occur once the cake has left our premises
Payments
Payments can be made either by cash upon collection or delivery or by bank transfer before the collection or delivery date
To secure the date and confirm your order, we require a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit to be paid via bank transfer within 2 days of placing the order.
For short notice orders, which are within 7 days of the collection or delivery date, full payment is required at the time of ordering
Please note that your order is not confirmed until the deposit is paid If you decide to cancel your order, the deposit paid will not be refunded However, in the unlikely event that we need to cancel the order, any deposits paid will be fully refunded
Allergies
Please be aware that although your cake may not be made with nuts or nut products, it will have been prepared in a kitchen where nut products are used in other baked goods Therefore, we cannot guarantee that your cake will be completely free of nut traces
All our celebration cakes contain gluten, eggs, and milk, and they may also come into contact with soy, nuts, sesame seeds, mustard, and sulphur dioxide
It is your responsibility to inform your guests about this allergy information. We will not be held liable for any allergic reactions resulting from the consumption of our products
By placing an order with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the above terms and conditions