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About
Located in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, I specialize in crafting unique and creative cakes made from scratch using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. My goal is to deliver fabulous flavors with a spectacular presentation.
Overview
Hired 75 times
Serves Pompano Beach, FL
Background checked
16 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2019
Services offered
Pastry type
Event type
Corporate event
Birthday party
Private party
Graduation
Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
Excellent 4.9
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Ryan d.
May 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
the Cheif did an amazing job! We asked an Ube and red velvet wedding cake and it came out perfectly delicious!!! oulent recommend more!!
Details: At the pro’s location
Pastry Chef and Cake Making Services
Savanna S.
Aug 26, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
What an amazing cake by Chef Denise! She fully brought my vision to life for a custom cake to celebrate my dad’s birthday. He said it was the most special cake he’s received in his 70 years. She was able to hand paint a design to match his favorite shirt he just so happened to wear to dinner! Such a hit and good memory.
Details: Cakes • Birthday party • Need delivery • At the pro’s location
Pastry Chef and Cake Making Services
Daisy A.
Jun 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Denise did a amazing job in the work she put together on my request for a birthday cake for my husband. All my requests were met. Cake was delicious and beautiful.
Details: Sheet cake • Standard cake • Ombre cake • Floral cake • 1 tier • Chocolate • Strawberry • Buttercream • 30 servings or fewer • $$ (Standard) • Need to rent cake stands • Need delivery • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding Cakes
NORR K.
Aug 11, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Denise is an absolute talent! I loved her thoughtful package options, and she even offered to lay out the gorgeous custom cupcakes we ordered, making everything look picture-perfect. The most impressive part? We sent her a super detailed Pinterest image with fine design elements, and she executed it to absolute perfection, honestly, even better than the photo! Her skill, attention to detail, and creativity are unmatched. I can’t recommend her enough!
Details: Cupcakes • 2 dozen • Baby shower • Need delivery • At the pro’s location
Pastry Chef and Cake Making Services
Priscila F.
Mar 14, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I got married on March 9th and it was a wedding scheduled in two weeks! Denise was wonderful in accepting my order at the last minute and the Red Velvet cake she prepared for us was not only beautiful but delicious! I don’t like Red Velvet but my fiancé loves it so I chose this flavor because of him... but for the first time in my life I ate a WONDERFUL Red Velvet! The cake wasn’t dry and the filling and frosting didn’t have a buttery flavor or a greasy texture like it often happens with this type of cake. It was just the right amount of sweet! I definitely recommend Denise and if I need any other cakes I will look for her again! Thank you very much Denise for the wonderful and delicious work!
Details: I'm flexible • Naked cake • I'm flexible • Carrot • I'm flexible • 30 servings or fewer • $ (Basic) • I'm flexible • Need delivery • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding Cakes
Credentials
Background Check
Denise Gagliardi
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Cake prices vary according to design and size. My prices are based on cake size, materials used and time of labor. I do not charge by slice.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I want to hear from the customer what they expect to see in their cake, if they have color, theme, flavors preferences.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’m have Bachelor degree in Arts, Baking and Pastry.
