Edited to update: In my original post, below, I discussed how I was not happy with the bakery that my caterer is using...however...we decided to just go with it based on reviews. Now we find out that, even though my cake is 'included' in the cost of the wedding, if I want upgrades like quilting patter on 2 tiers and fondant on the cake instead of buttercream, it is going to cost me $600!!!! In upgrades???? Is this normal???? H E L P!!!!
My original post: Hi gals. So, I am getting married at the east wind and our package includes a cake from rolling pin bakery. My fiancé and I went to rolling pin to pick up a few samples to taste a few weeks ago. With all honesty, we were not impressed at all. We had all different kinds and the cakes had no flavor to them and some of the fillings had that artificial taste to them. So, my question for past east wind brides is: were u happy with ur cake? Or future brides: are I having a better experience with them? Post any info u have or even what flavors u ordered. TIA
kfizz
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ugh I was dreading this....we are picking up samples either this or next week. which flavors did you try if you dont mind me asking?
RFutureBegins2day
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Hey Chica,
Here is what I tried so far:
Chocolate cake with raspberry mousse filling
Marble cake with chocolate mousse filling
Vanilla cake with lemon filling
Vanilla cake with a lemon buttercream filling
Chocolate Cake with White Chocolate Mousse filling
NONE of them were good enough and I am not a picky sweet eater!!!
kfizz
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thank you!!!
Fh really wants cannoli...maybe it will be ok
this really stinks lol...i dont want to pay any extra for a cake. I guess its good we are having a Viennese hour..
what room are you having it in @ the EW?
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I tasted some of their things at a Bridal Showcase back in January, and I thought everything was great! We are still taking full advantage of our tasting that is included though
We are trying the following tomorrow:
Vanilla with Cannoli Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Vanilla with Banana Custard
I will keep you guys informed after we taste!
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Posted by jovigirl414
I tasted some of their things at a Bridal Showcase back in January, and I thought everything was great! We are still taking full advantage of our tasting that is included though
We are trying the following tomorrow:
Vanilla with Cannoli Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Vanilla with Banana Custard
I will keep you guys informed after we taste!
please let me know how the cannoli and the red velvet are!
RFutureBegins2day
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Posted by jovigirl414
I tasted some of their things at a Bridal Showcase back in January, and I thought everything was great! We are still taking full advantage of our tasting that is included though
We are trying the following tomorrow:
Vanilla with Cannoli Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Vanilla with Banana Custard
I will keep you guys informed after we taste!
Thanks Nik!!!
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***Update***
FH and I tried our samples a few minutes ago ...
Vanilla cake - FH was not overly thrilled with the vanilla cake. It was actually Angel Food. I liked it a lot, Angel Food is one of my faves!
Cannoli filling - DELISH!!! Can't really go wrong with that!
Custard with Bananas - Not bad. I think this filling with the cake works well for a summer wedding. The custard itself though, is pretty much your standard vanilla pudding.
Cream Cheese filling - OMG!!! I wish we had the money to upgrade!!! This with the Red Velvet was awesome!! If money was not an option, this would totally be our first choice!!
Ok, I think that's about it, I hope it helps!
kfizz
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thanks for the update!!! I will check out the cannoli!
RFutureBegins2day
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Based on your mini review, I might have to go get some red velvet with cream cheese. How much is the upgrade?
jovigirl414
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I didn't ask about the upgrade pricing yet ... The girl who helped me today said to send an email to the owner, he is the main person who handles wedding cakes. If you get a price before me, let me know, and I will do the same if I get to him first!
RFutureBegins2day
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sounds good to me
nicole2011
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I am getting married at east wind in Aug (North Hampton room) as well. When do you go try the cakes? Did you pick your menu yet?
I feel like I have so much to do :)
RFutureBegins2day
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You have to call rolling pin bakery and order samples to pick up and try. Then, you make an appointment with east wind to order flavors and design and go over pricing.
kitkat82
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Hmmm.. your making me worry. I wonder if you could buy the cake somewhere else and use the money from EW for something else???
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Hmmm.. your making me worry. I wonder if you could buy the cake somewhere else and use the money from EW for something else???
Have you tasted the cakes yet? Don't go by what I am saying. You may like something they have. I bet you can make a deal with East Wind if you needed to.
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Posted by RFutureBegins2day
Posted by kitkat82
Hmmm.. your making me worry. I wonder if you could buy the cake somewhere else and use the money from EW for something else???
Have you tasted the cakes yet? Don't go by what I am saying. You may like something they have. I bet you can make a deal with East Wind if you needed to.
Well, I've tried their slices and cupcakes at a couple of bridal shows and haven't liked them but I was hoping that they were just stale samples they were handing out.
RFutureBegins2day
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See, I thought it was just me. ......
jovigirl414
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Wow, did I just get lucky or something? I tried them once at an expo and everything was great, and when I got my samples, everything was super fresh... I hope you guys have better experiences!
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Just another little update for you ladies ...
We went to a wedding at East Wind last night. The cake was very fresh, and pretty tasty! The bride and groom chose vanilla with strawberry filling and chocolate mousse, and buttercream frosting. We liked it.
Just a heads up: don't choose baked clams for your cocktail hr! Lol
