To do something gingerly means to do it carefully, thoughtfully, and with intention.
That’s exactly how we bake.
Every cake tier is stacked with steady hands.
Every buttercream swirl piped with precision.
Every couple cared for from tasting day to wedding day.
We do not rush beauty. We craft it.
Based in Denver, serving Colorado
1. Retainer & Reservation of Date
A $500 retainer is required to reserve your event date. Your event date is not secured until the retainer has been received and the contract has been signed. The retainer is non-refundable and will be applied toward the total balance of your order.
2. Order Minimum
Our minimum order amount is $800. With a $200 administrative fee and a minimum delivery fee of $250, event orders start at $1,250 plus tax.
3. Final Payment
Gingerly Baked must receive the remaining balance by the due date indicated on the invoice. If payment is not received by the due date, Gingerly Baked reserves the right to cancel the order and release the event date. The $500 retainer will not be refunded.
4. Cancellation & Rescheduling
The $500 retainer is non-refundable.
If the Client cancels their wedding or event before the final payment due date, the $500 retainer will be forfeited. Any payments made above the $500 retainer will be refunded to the Client.
If the Client cancels their wedding or event on or after the final payment due date, all payments made are non-refundable.
If the Client is rescheduling the same wedding to a new date rather than canceling the wedding entirely, the $500 retainer may be transferred to the new wedding date, subject to Gingerly Baked’s availability. If Gingerly Baked is unavailable for the new date, the retainer remains non-refundable.
The retainer may only be transferred to the same Client(s)’ rescheduled wedding. If the wedding is canceled entirely, the retainer is forfeited and may not be used as a credit toward another order, event, celebration, product, or service.
Any rescheduled wedding will be subject to Gingerly Baked’s current pricing, minimums, policies, and availability.
5. Final Changes
The final payment due date is also the final date for changes to the size, quantity, style, flavors, or other details of the order. Changes requested after this date cannot be guaranteed and may be subject to additional charges.
6. Setup & Responsibility
Gingerly Baked is not responsible for damage to the order after setup is complete. The Client is responsible for providing an appropriate, stable, and secure table and environment for the cake and/or desserts. Cakes are heavy and require a sturdy, level surface. Cakes and temperature-sensitive desserts should be kept in an environment of 75°F or below and protected from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, and other conditions that may affect their stability or appearance.
Delivery and setup are required for all wedding cakes and for some multiple tier special occasion cakes. Delivery is a minimum of $250 for cakes within a 25-mile radius of Gingerly Baked and an additional $2.50 per mile round trip beyond 25 miles. If you want to pick up your cake, please make arrangements beforehand to set up a time. In the event that you pick up your cake, Gingerly Baked is not responsible for cakes that are damaged in transit.
7. Delivery & Venue Access
The Client is responsible for providing accurate delivery information, venue access instructions, and an appropriate setup location. Gingerly Baked is not responsible for delays or setup limitations caused by circumstances outside of our control, including traffic, road closures, severe weather, restricted venue access, incorrect or incomplete instructions, or delays at the venue.
If access to the designated setup area is unavailable upon arrival, Gingerly Baked will make reasonable efforts to coordinate with the venue or Client and complete setup as circumstances allow.
8. Fresh Flowers
If fresh flowers are provided by an outside source, Gingerly Baked will arrange them on the cake at no additional charge. The Client acknowledges that fresh flowers are not a food product and may contain pesticides, insects, dirt, or other contaminants. Gingerly Baked reserves the right not to place flowers or greenery on or in direct contact with the cake if they are deemed unsafe or unsuitable for use with food.
9. Client Pickup & Setup
If the Client or their representative elects to pick up and/or set up the order, the Client assumes responsibility for the transportation, handling, storage, setup, and condition of the order once it leaves Gingerly Baked’s possession.
10. Allergens
Gingerly Baked handles all major allergens in our kitchen, including milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts. We take special care and precautions when preparing items for dietary restrictions; however, because these allergens are present in our kitchen, we cannot guarantee against cross-contact. Our products may not be suitable for individuals with severe or life-threatening allergies. The Client is responsible for communicating known allergies and dietary restrictions and informing guests of potential allergen risks.
11. Structural & Design Adjustments
Gingerly Baked reserves the right to make reasonable alterations to the design when necessary to ensure the stability, structural integrity, or food safety of the cake. Every effort will be made to preserve the overall aesthetic and honor the Client’s approved design as closely as reasonably possible.
12. Inspiration Photos & Artistic Interpretation
If Gingerly Baked is provided with an inspiration photo featuring another artist’s work, the photo will be used as a reference for the overall look and aesthetic requested. Cakes and desserts are handcrafted products, and variations in color, texture, placement, proportions, and other design details will naturally occur. Inspiration photos do not guarantee an exact replication.
13. Circumstances Beyond the Parties’ Control
If unforeseen circumstances beyond the reasonable control of either party arise, including natural disasters, government restrictions, severe weather, or other events that make performance impossible or impracticable, the parties will work together in good faith to find a mutually acceptable solution, including rescheduling when reasonably possible.
If such circumstances prevent performance of this contract, either party may terminate the contract with written notice, and the parties will be released from further performance obligations, subject to any payment or refund obligations established under this agreement.
This provision does not apply to circumstances that are foreseeable or within the reasonable control of either party, including failure to pay, personal scheduling conflicts, changes of plans, or breach of contract.