Birthday cakes in the mail
What a wonderful idea! Sending birthday cakes in the mail can be a thoughtful and convenient way to celebrate a loved one's special day, especially if you can't be there in person. Here are some options to consider:
- Online bakeries: Many online bakeries offer nationwide shipping of their cakes. You can choose from a variety of flavors and designs, and they'll take care of the packaging and shipping for you. Some popular options include:
- Goldbelly: Offers a wide range of cakes from famous bakeries across the country.
- Harry & David: Known for their gourmet food and gift baskets, they also offer a variety of cakes for shipping.
- The Cake Store: Specializes in custom cakes and offers nationwide shipping.
- Gourmet food delivery services: Some gourmet food delivery services, like:
- Harry & David: Offers a "Birthday Cake of the Month" subscription service.
- Mantry: Sends artisanal foods, including cakes, to your doorstep.
- Try The World: Offers a "Cake of the Month" subscription service featuring international flavors.
- DIY cake kits: If you want to get creative, you can order a DIY cake kit that includes all the ingredients and instructions to make a cake at home. This way, you can customize the cake to your loved one's taste preferences. Some popular options include:
- King Arthur Flour: Offers a variety of cake mixes and decorating supplies.
- Williams-Sonoma: Sells cake decorating kits and supplies.
- Sur La Table: Offers a range of cake decorating tools and supplies.
- Local bakeries: If you have a local bakery in mind, you can contact them to see if they offer shipping or delivery services. Many bakeries will work with you to create a custom cake and ship it to your loved one.
Remember to check the shipping policies and estimated delivery times for each option to ensure your cake arrives on time for the birthday celebration.