Your Local Cake Bakery in Fort Washington, MD

FAQs About Our Local Cake Bakery in Maryland and Surrounding Areas

Delicious homemade cake with creamy frosting—perfect for birthdays, weddings, and special occasions at A Matter of Cake in Fort Washington, MD.
Delicious homemade cake with creamy frosting—perfect for birthdays, weddings, and special occasions at A Matter of Cake in Fort Washington, MD.

Welcome to our FAQ section! At A Matter of Cake, we know that choosing the perfect cake is an important part of every celebration. That’s why we’ve gathered answers to the most common questions about our handcrafted cakes and services at your local cake bakery in Fort Washington, MD.

Whether you’re planning a birthday party, wedding, anniversary, or any other special occasion, our goal is to make your cake experience as sweet and stress-free as possible. From design consultations and ordering timelines to delivery services and flavor options, we’ve got you covered. Explore our FAQs below to find everything you need to know about ordering the cake of your dreams right here in the DMV area.

  • We’re a home-based bakery and cake shop located in Fort Washington, Maryland, near the National Harbor. The full address will be provided on your invoice after you place your order.

  • Our pick-up hours are:

    • Monday to Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM

    • Saturday: 9 AM – 2 PM

    • Sunday: Closed

  • We recommend placing your order as far in advance as possible, especially for custom cakes that require extra planning and materials. Here’s a general guideline:

    • Pound Cakes: 7 days

    • Decorated Non-Tiered Cakes: 14 days

    • 2-Tiered Cakes: 21 days

    • Wedding Cakes (any number of tiers): Minimum of 2 months; 3–4 months is preferred to secure all needed materials.
      If you have a last-minute request, please give us a call — we’ll do our best to accommodate you! Rush fees may apply.

    • Standard Layered Cakes, Pound Cakes, and Cupcakes: Changes accepted with at least 4 days’ notice before pick-up. A credit will be issued for cancellations with 4 business days’ notice; credits expire one year from issue.

    • Custom Cakes: Due to planning, preparation time, and special ingredients, we cannot accept changes or offer refunds/store credits. Thank you for understanding.

  • Yes! Cake tastings are available for wedding cake orders. Please call us for pricing and to schedule an in-person tasting or to request a pick-up cake tasting box.

  • Use our “Contact Us” form to share your cake details. Once reviewed, we’ll call you to discuss your order and provide a detailed written quote. If you’d like to talk through your order first, give us a call at (301) 893-4788.

  • Yes! We deliver within a 20-mile radius of Fort Washington, Maryland. We deliver for larger cakes only (like weddings or 2 Tiers or more) to extended areas upon request. Delivery fees apply.

  • Delivery services are available for tiered cakes and orders over $250.

    • $25 flat fee, plus $2.50 per mile (one way).

    • Example: $25 + (6 miles x $2.50) = $40.00.
      No round-trip fees are charged.

  • A set-up fee applies if you’d like us to arrange your desserts at your event venue. This may include placing cakes, cupcakes, and treats on the dessert table and decorating the display. Fees vary depending on decorations, table size, and the number of desserts.

  • For details on our cancellation policy, please visit our Terms and Conditions page. We strive to be as accommodating as possible, but due to the time and materials that go into each handcrafted cake, some orders may not be eligible for refunds or credits.

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