THE details
Everything you need to know about commissioning your cake — from consultations and tastings to pricing, delivery and those all-important finishing touches.
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As every cake is individually created and personally overseen by Chef Pen, availability can be limited, particularly during busy periods. We recommend getting in touch as early as possible to secure your date.
That said, we know that not every celebration is planned months in advance! If you have a last-minute request, please do reach out — we’ll always do our very best to accommodate you.
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The Studio is based in JVC, Dubai.
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Yes, absolutely. Our cakes regularly travel throughout the UAE and internationally for celebrations and events.
If you’re planning something further afield, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to discuss what’s possible, including delivery, travel and installation arrangements.
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The design journey begins with your initial enquiry. You may already know exactly what you have in mind, or you may be looking for a little inspiration and guidance — either way, we’ll work with you to create something truly personal.
From there, we can arrange an in-person consultation or chat online to explore your ideas, your celebration and all the details that will inspire the design.
Your ideas are then translated into bespoke sketches, carefully refined, and ultimately brought to life as a cake created especially for you.
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Yes, absolutely. A consultation is one of the most important parts of the design journey, particularly for larger celebrations and events.
Meeting in person gives us the opportunity to get to know you, understand your celebration and explore what you’re looking for — even if you’re not quite sure what that is yet! Together, we can develop ideas and create a design that feels completely personal to you and your event.
If meeting in person isn’t possible, we can just as easily discuss everything online.
Cake consultations are complimentary and available for commissions of three tiers or more.
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Yes, cake tasting is included as part of your consultation. Prior to meeting, you’ll be invited to select up to four flavours from our Flavour List to enjoy during your appointment.
If you’re unable to attend a consultation in person, tasting boxes can also be delivered throughout the UAE for a small fee.
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Absolutely. Reference images are a wonderful way to share the styles, colours and details you’re drawn to. We’ll use these as inspiration to create something entirely bespoke — a cake individually designed for you and your celebration, rather than directly copied.
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Absolutely. We’re very happy to collaborate with your wedding planner, event designer, florist and wider creative team to ensure every detail works beautifully together and the cake complements the overall vision for your celebration.
We’ll also coordinate the delivery and installation directly with your team, ensuring everything is set up safely, seamlessly and at exactly the right time.
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All of our cakes are created in a kitchen where allergens, including gluten, dairy, nuts and eggs, are present. While we can offer recipes made without certain ingredients, we cannot guarantee that any cake will be completely free from traces of allergens.
If you or your guests have specific dietary requirements or allergies, please let us know when making your enquiry so we can discuss the most suitable options with you.
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Our bespoke cake commissions begin from AED 1,200.
As every cake is individually designed and created for you and your event, pricing will vary according to the size, design, complexity and level of detail involved. Each commission receives the same care, craftsmanship and attention to detail, from the initial concept through to the finished cake.
For some larger or more complex events, a combination of real cake and display tiers may be recommended for practical, structural or logistical reasons. While display tiers can provide a safer or more efficient solution in certain circumstances, the design, decoration and craftsmanship involved remain much the same, and therefore costs are generally comparable to those of real cake tiers.
There is no additional premium simply because a cake is for a wedding.
For tiered cakes of three tiers or more, delivery and professional set-up are included within a 25km radius of DIFC.
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A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your booking and secure your date. The remaining balance is due no later than two weeks before your event.
Once your deposit has been received, your date will be reserved exclusively for you.
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For cakes of three tiers or more, or commissions of an equivalent value, complimentary delivery and professional set-up are included within a 25km radius of DIFC.
Unless otherwise arranged, Chef Pen personally oversees the delivery and installation, ensuring your cake arrives safely and is presented exactly as intended.
For smaller orders, delivery and set-up can be arranged for an additional fee, or collection can be arranged from JVC.
International commissions are individually coordinated, with delivery, travel and installation arrangements tailored to the requirements of each event.
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For some events, a full display cake or a combination of real cake and display tiers may be the most suitable option, particularly for larger-scale or more elaborate designs.
Display cakes are created with the same artistry and attention to detail as our traditional cakes, with a real cake section incorporated where required for the ceremonial cake cutting.
The most appropriate options for your celebration will be discussed during your consultation, taking into consideration the design, venue, guest numbers and practical requirements of the event.
Additional freshly prepared cake portions can also be provided for your guests to enjoy.
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For larger celebrations, pre-portioned serving slices offer an elegant and seamless way to serve cake to a high number of guests.
Each slice can be individually cut and garnished to complement your cake design, then provided directly to the venue’s catering team ready for plating and service. This ensures every guest receives a beautifully presented portion, while allowing service to run smoothly and efficiently.
Serving slices are priced at AED 25 per portion, with a minimum order of 50 portions.