Our Cake Guide

Why Choose Sucré?

  • Personal Touch: Tailored design consultations make every cake uniquely yours.
  • Expert Craftsmanship: Flawless taste and texture from hand-removed crusts.
  • Modern Designs: Creating memorable experiences with every cake.
  • Stunning Presentation: Cakes on sturdy 1/2″ drums, in clear boxes, wrapped with over 10ft of ribbon, ensuring a jaw-dropping arrival
  • FREE Cake Delivery: Enjoy free delivery to M postal codes for cakes under 16″ in total height and select between three convenient delivery windows.

Getting Started: Your Sucré Experience

  1. Choose Your Base: Pick your cake size, sponge, filling (optional), and icing.
  2. Design Inspiration: Select from our designs or share a photo for inspiration.
  3. Add Extras: Personalize with bespoke features.
  4. Schedule Your Date: Choose your pickup or delivery date and window.
  5. Confirm with a Deposit: Early booking recommended for weekends.

Step 1: Choose Your Cake Size

C  =  Chantilly Cream: A delicate, airy vanilla cream, that offers a light, luxurious touch, perfect for adding a hint of elegance.

B  =  Italian Meringue: Our signature smooth and silky buttercream, renowned for its refined sweetness and rich, velvety texture.

F  =  Fondant: A sleek, pliable icing applied over our Italian Meringue Buttercream that creates a polished, sophisticated finish.

Understanding Our Serving Sizes

When you see “Serves X-Y” on our cake guide:

  • X (Lower Number): Represents the number of larger Party Slices (1.5″ x 2″ x 4″).
  • Y (Higher Number): Stands for the number of smaller, elegant Event Slices (1″ x 2″ x 4″).

This range shows you the minimum to maximum servings you can expect from each cake, depending on how you slice it! You can also cut Finger slices (1″x1″x4″) to further extend your slice count.

Note: Cake sizes and heights are approximate. Prices may vary based on market conditions. For the latest pricing, please contact us.

Step 2: Select Your Sponge

Sucré White

Elegance in every bite, this sponge is renowned for its moisture and light, airy texture. Its pale, stunning appearance and classic vanilla flavor set a high standard for luxury cakes. With a fine, even crumb, it offers a sophisticated taste and texture, perfect for those who cherish both artistry and flavor.

Sucré Chiffon

Featured in our signature cakes, this sponge boasts luxurious lightness and an ethereal mouthfeel. The generous use of fresh eggs provides a rich yet light texture, making each bite a gourmet delight. Ideal for cakes with up to four layers, it maintains exquisite structure and taste.

Sucré Chocolat

For chocolate lovers, this sponge delivers a deep, rich chocolate experience that’s moist and fudgy. It pairs beautifully with various fillings and frostings, ensuring an unparalleled chocolate delight.

Sucré Velvet

Perfect for our cupcakes and designer birthday cakes, this rich vanilla sponge delights both the young and the young at heart. Its coarse, open crumb provides a playful and rich taste, setting it apart from our Signature White Sponge. Ideal for kid-approved celebrations or anyone seeking a nostalgic treat.

To enhance every cake’s sensory delight, we hand-remove all crusts, ensuring a smooth, indulgent texture in every bite of our sponges.

Step 3: Choose Your Frosting

Italian Meringue Buttercream

Our signature Italian Meringue Buttercream is celebrated for its silky, indulgent texture and refined sweetness. Made with carefully whipped egg whites and hot sugar syrup, it creates a stable, smooth frosting that isn’t overly sweet. Available in both vanilla and chocolate, this buttercream epitomizes cake couture. It’s robust and can be displayed for longer periods, making it ideal for designer cakes. Best served at room temperature, it requires 2 or more hours to reach optimal serving condition due to the butter content.

Chantilly Cream

Vanilla Chantilly Cream epitomizes lightness and elegance. This delicate, airy vanilla cream offers a subtle sweetness, making it the perfect complement to our luxurious cakes. Suitable for cakes up to four layers, it cannot support heavy designs but can be beautifully adorned with textures and swirls. Best served chilled, it should be enjoyed within 30 minutes of refrigeration to maintain its exquisite sensory delight. Ideal for those who favor a light, sophisticated touch in their desserts.

Fondant

Our fondant provides a sleek, pliable icing that is applied over Italian Meringue Buttercream, creating a polished and sophisticated finish. It’s perfect for adding a refined, professional look to any cake, enhancing both its visual appeal and structural integrity.

Step 4: Pick Optional Fillings

Fillings for Our Signature Sponges:

  • Black Cherry Compote: Rich and deeply flavored, our black cherry compote brings a sweet yet slightly tart note, perfect for those who love bold, fruity tastes.
  • Blackcurrant Compote: Intensely fruity with a slight tartness, this blackcurrant compote offers a unique and vibrant flavor, ideal for adventurous palates.
  • Blueberry Compote: Sweet and slightly tangy, our blueberry compote captures the essence of fresh blueberries, providing a delightful burst of flavor.
  • Fresh Lemon Curd: Zesty and refreshing, our lemon curd offers a bright, citrusy contrast, perfect for a light, summery cake.
  • Gianduja Hazelnut + Chocolate Ganache: A luxurious mix of smooth chocolate ganache and rich, nutty Gianduja hazelnut, perfect for Nutella lovers.
  • Mango Filling: Exotic and sweet, our mango filling delivers a tropical flair, adding a sunny and vibrant taste to any sponge.
  • Mixed Berry Compote: A harmonious blend of berries provides a sweet yet tart taste, offering a complex flavor profile that complements any sponge.
  • Pistachio Filling: Creamy and nutty, our pistachio filling adds a subtle richness and a unique taste that is both sophisticated and delicious.
  • Raspberry Compote: A vibrant, tangy raspberry compote adds a burst of fresh flavor, ideal for berry enthusiasts.
  • Strawberry Compote: Sweet and tangy, this filling captures the essence of fresh strawberries, simmered to perfection for a classic, fruity touch.

Prices vary based on the number of cake layers and the market price of fruit, ensuring each cake is tailored to your preferences.

Step 5: Customize Your Design

Cake Toppers & Decorations

  • Florist Flowers: Starting from $15
  • Handmade Sugar Flowers: Starting from $35
  • Couverture Belgian Chocolate Swirl: $7

Fondant Work

  • 2D Fondant Backed Prints: $20/page | $30 for burn cake
  • 2D/3D Objects and Characters: Small $15 | Medium $25 | Large $35+
  • Hand-Pressed Names or Messages: $1/char
  • Handmade Age Topper: $8

Personalization & Upgrades

  • DIY Message: Tube of Icing: $7/color (Note: We do not handwrite on cakes)
  • Painted Fondant Message/Name: $15
  • Custom Colored Fondant Drum + Ribbon: $15

Step 6: Pickup or Delivery?

Pickup

Pickup Instructions

For cakes up to 16″ in finished height, or treats only.

  1. Location: Park near 67 Lombard Street.
  2. Call: Dial 416-602-5184 upon arrival (Backup: 647-477-8316).
  3. Delivery: We will bring your order to your vehicle.
  4. Note: Please do not ring or knock as this is our neighbor’s property.

Transportation Tips

  • Cool Car: Ensure the car is below 21°C.
  • Stable Surface: Place the cake on a flat, stable surface like the car floor or trunk.
  • Secure the Box: Surround the cake box with blankets or heavy items to prevent movement.
  • Drive Carefully: Avoid sudden stops, starts, and sharp turns.
  • Avoid Sunlight: Keep the cake out of direct sunlight.

Delivery

Sucré Delivery Service

At Sucré, we are committed to delivering your order with care and efficiency. Here are the key details of our delivery service to ensure a smooth and pleasant experience:

Flat Rate:

  • M Postal Codes: $25 + Tax (Daily)
  • Outside M Postal Codes: $35 + Tax (Wed/Fri/Sun only)
  • Free Delivery: On cakes under 16″ to M Postal Codes

Delivery Times:

  • Standard: 4-hour window between 9 AM – 5 PM
  • Priority: 1-hour window (+$15 + Tax)

Order Cutoff:

  • Place your order by 11 AM the day before delivery.

Delivery Policy:

  • Curbside or Lobby Delivery Only: No stairs or unit deliveries.

Notifications:

  • We Notify You:
    • When we confirm the ETA
    • Upon arrival
    • After waiting 10 minutes at the location

Missed Delivery:

  • Cakes left with security or concierge if permitted, otherwise, redelivery fees apply.

Special Cake Delivery

  • 16″ to 18″ Tall Cakes and/or 10″ Wide+: These cakes are transported in specially designed boxes and delivered to the final destination only. We remove the cake from the box upon delivery, so you will not be able to re-transport the cake without your own box. There may be an extra handling fee starting at $25 for this sized cake.
  • Over 18″ Tall Cakes: Cakes over 18″ in finished height require a special handling and setup fee starting at $55. These cakes are transported with special boxes and securing rods, which we remove on-site. Decorations are completed or the cake is finished on-site for setup.

Step 5: Tips Prior to Serving

FAQ: How to Properly Thaw and Serve Chantilly Cream Cakes vs. Italian Meringue Buttercream Cakes

Q: How should I thaw and serve Chantilly Cream Cakes?
A: Chantilly Cream Cakes should be taken out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving. This allows the cream to soften slightly, making the cake perfectly light and fluffy when you enjoy it. If serving outdoors, especially in summer, keep the cake in a cool place and serve immediately to prevent the cream from melting.

Q: What about Italian Meringue Buttercream Cakes?
A: For Italian Meringue Buttercream Cakes, take them out of the refrigerator 1.5 to 2 hours before serving. The butter content in the frosting can make the cake too firm if not given enough time to soften at room temperature. In warmer weather, ensure the cake stays in a shaded, cool area and avoid direct sunlight. During winter, consider lengthening the thawing time slightly, as room temperatures are generally lower.

Additional Care Tips:

  • For outdoor events, particularly in summer, keep cakes in a cool, shaded area until just before serving. A cooler or insulated bag can help maintain the perfect texture.
  • In colder months, ensure cakes are kept at room temperature long enough to reach optimal serving texture without becoming too soft.

Step 6: Cutting and Serving Tips

How to Cut Tall Cakes into Rectangular Pieces

  1. Prepare Knife: Use a long, sharp knife warmed in hot water and dried.
  2. Support the Side: Hold a plate or cutting board upright against the side for support.
  3. Make a Large Cut: Cut vertically 2 inches from the edge, slicing to the bottom.
  4. Lay and Make Slices: Lay down the large cut slice and cut it into 1-inch wide pieces.
  5. Keep Going: Repeat steps 2 and 3, wiping the knife between cuts.