Another Servings Question, This Doesn't Make Sense
Decorating By HammIamm Updated 25 Jan 2007 , 8:35pm by bobwonderbuns
I know we are way off the subject in discussing Nglez's age etc, but I have to say, if he is a 15 year old boy, he is well read and intelligent. I am not used to 15 year old boys using proper English. Also... I just assumed nglez was a take on the word 'Angels'... I have to admit, my curiousity is peaked! It would be cool to have a young man out here making cakes and sharing with us!
Thanks. No, LMBO! "Angels"? Is that what you all thought of my SN?
Do you all pronounce it "angels"?! It's "N-glez". N represents my first name and "glez" is for my last name. 
Angels? Come on!
Any more questions? 
You will have to share your secret of cutting those little pieces.
I tried it once, the pieces was falling over in half. I tried to hurry and put it on the plate then it really fell aparrt. Maybe it just take practice.
That's why I always tell them the caterer has to cut the cake. It just happened the one time I was a guest it was expected of me, I couldn't get out of it.
I know we are way off the subject in discussing Nglez's age etc, but I have to say, if he is a 15 year old boy, he is well read and intelligent. I am not used to 15 year old boys using proper English. Also... I just assumed nglez was a take on the word 'Angels'... I have to admit, my curiousity is peaked! It would be cool to have a young man out here making cakes and sharing with us!
Thanks. No, LMBO! "Angels"? Is that what you all thought of my SN?
Do you all pronounce it "angels"?! It's "N-glez". N represents my first name and "glez" is for my last name.
Angels? Come on!Any more questions?
OK Smarty McUnderage!! Nglez could totally be pronounced angels!! Or even angles. And what with all the crazy web-speak you wacky kids do these days... it doesn't even have to really make sense! Now shush or you're grounded! But seriously... thanks for being a cocky little thing. You'll keep us old biddies on our toes. Wait a minute... I'm not old... I'm not even old enough to be your mother. Well... almost... if I started early... you know... really early...*oncoming age related panic attack, everyone hit the deck*
You take a 9" Wusthoff stainless steel knife that just came back from the sharpener and wet it and dry it. Then you cut long way 5 times. Then you cut short way 10 times and wallah! (I usually cut per long piece rather then just go and start cutting the whole thing up like an impacient maniac). 
"Bringing the world smaller servings. . ."
And then, you could use that for advertising purposes: "A low-calorie slice- just 150 calories each!" 
You take a 9" Wusthoff stainless steel knife that just came back from the sharpener and wet it and dry it. Then you cut long way 5 times. Then you cut short way 10 times and wallah! (I usually cut per long piece rather then just go and start cutting the whole thing up like an impacient maniac). "Bringing the world smaller servings. . ."
And then, you could use that for advertising purposes: "A low-calorie slice- just 150 calories each!"
nglex09,
If you are 15 you are blowing me away. I would have never known it.
When I came to CC there were two members that made me feel welcomed. You were one of them. That's why I always remember you when I see you. And your itsy, bitsy pieces of cake.
Just a note, I have always been lousey in English but I do have numbers dancing in my head which makes me good in math. If we didn't have faults we would be awful boring.
Hey Melvira!
Easy on the "little thing" comment - he may be 15, but I'd place money down that he is taller than a LOT of the ladies here! Have you seen how tall they are growing 15 year olds nowadays?
As for us "old biddies" - I'm only 29!
Again...
For the 4th time....
Oh dear - more age-induced panic for you Melvira - Nglez09 - does the 09 stand for 2009 the year you will graduate high school? LOL!
Cocky?! 
do u want me 2 talk like dis melv?
Hmm. . .if you think I'm short and chubby, think again.
What did you mean about the whole math and English thing, Janette? Didn't really get it. . . 
And your welcome you were welcomed; thanks for appreciating "what I do"! My pieces are NOT small. . .it's just that YOUR pieces are huge!!!
You'll get a weird look from people when you start cutting nglez09 style, but those who want more will eat another; and the psychological effect is pretty interesting; they will feel full after eating the one slice and think that two was waaay too much!
Oh dear - more age-induced panic for you Melvira - Nglez09 - does the 09 stand for 2009 the year you will graduate high school? LOL!
Yep, that's right. 09. Nglez09.
Now that that mystery is solved we can start analyzing the Maya. . . 
nglex09,
If you are 15 you are blowing me away. I would have never known it.
When I came to CC there were two members that made me feel welcomed. You were one of them. That's why I always remember you when I see you. And your itsy, bitsy pieces of cake.
But Janette, you joined before me!
Yea, that's what I meant before we were in threads together and you made me feel welcomed.
The English thing, someone, I don't remember who said something about you speaking proper English. I was just explaining for those who notice how horrible my English is that I am good with numbers so I am not a complete loser. Just part.
You are right about going back for seconds. I don't hesitate to go for seconds. Truthfully people are doing all of us a favor cutting the smaller pieces. We have gone too far with the super sizing.
I blame my Mother. Why not.
Cocky?!
do u want me 2 talk like dis melv? Hmm. . .if you think I'm short and chubby, think again.
Not at all m'dear... just throwing a little kiddin' your way! If you're gonna dish it, you're gonna have to take it, that's the only thing I know for sure. Believe me I give and get my fair share. And you may recall I did compliment your use of the English language, so I absolutely do NOT wnt U 2 tlk like dis. I tink dat B stooped!! I appreciate your clear and concise language skills. U da bomb!! Hahaha!
And yes... I've seen how big they are growing those teenagers these days. I've seen a few that... well... um... let's just say it's a good thing someone mentioned their age before I started hitting on them!
But seriously Nglez... do you have good luck with pieces that small? If you are actually selling your cakes (I will assume nothing... that will only lead to trouble) do you sell per cake or per serving? I would just be interested to know what someone thought when you told them they were buying one 9"x13" cake to serve that many people. Do they look at you as though you are obviously overmedicated, or do they just shrug and assume you know what's up? I've had people order from me and they say right up front, "I don't want a sliver... I want a PIECE of cake!!" In those situations you have to alter that plan, you know? Just curious.
Melvra,
While I have your attention on this thread - I am sorry for not believing.
I tried your roller method for frosting and I am a believer now. It is amazing method, thanks for sharing.
My darling, darling Janette. I am glad you have crossed over... you are welcomed into Melviraville with open arms, and your frosting sins are purged! It's been one of those days...
Not at all m'dear... just throwing a little kiddin' your way! If you're gonna dish it, you're gonna have to take it, that's the only thing I know for sure.
Believe me I give and get my fair share. And you may recall I did compliment your use of the English language, so I absolutely do NOT wnt U 2 tlk like dis. I tink dat B stooped!! I appreciate your clear and concise language skills. U da bomb!! Hahaha! And yes... I've seen how big they are growing those teenagers these days. I've seen a few that... well... um... let's just say it's a good thing someone mentioned their age before I started hitting on them!
But seriously Nglez... do you have good luck with pieces that small? If you are actually selling your cakes (I will assume nothing... that will only lead to trouble) do you sell per cake or per serving? I would just be interested to know what someone thought when you told them they were buying one 9"x13" cake to serve that many people. Do they look at you as though you are obviously overmedicated, or do they just shrug and assume you know what's up? I've had people order from me and they say right up front, "I don't want a sliver... I want a PIECE of cake!!" In those situations you have to alter that plan, you know? Just curious.
I too was kidding; no way I'd get mad at someone for calling me 'cocky'. I will continue to speak English. I'm the boom, what are you on?
People love pieces that small. They get a taste of heaven and are satisfied with that much after the meal; those who are, well. . .a "little" bigger will just get a few more servings.
Haha. . .yes, don't assume. I found a licensed kitchen but haven't sold anything yet. 
But when I do start to sell, I'm going to charge per the cake; I don't know why but I can't seem to charge for the slices (although obviously the number of slices WILL have a determining factor). I would give the 9 x 13 to someone whose having a party for 40 people. If they want to gorge themselves in nastyness, they can go to Costco. 
LMAO. The bigger people sometimes laugh and point fingers and some even get angry and say, "Can you cut it any smaller?" or "What is that?" but they end their trash talk after they taste it and then serve themselves twice.
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That's cool. I have been charging per cake for what you would call 'party' cakes. In other words, not a stacked wedding cake. Then for weddings I charge per slice. But, if a wedding cake is not stacked (seperate tiers) I charge a lower price. In other words, the more work the cake is, the more I charge. I'm pretty sure that's how most operate. Good luck on getting your business going. You have a great future ahead of you with such an early start. You'll have years of practice under your belt before most people are even getting started.
Yea, that's what I meant before we were in threads together and you made me feel welcomed.
The English thing, someone, I don't remember who said something about you speaking proper English. I was just explaining for those who notice how horrible my English is that I am good with numbers so I am not a complete loser. Just part.
You are right about going back for seconds. I don't hesitate to go for seconds. Truthfully people are doing all of us a favor cutting the smaller pieces. We have gone too far with the super sizing.
I blame my Mother. Why not.
Oh, before you began posting?
Oh okay; you're not a loser!
Yep, we are getting fatter everyday (America). Blame the mothers. . .
Yep, we are getting fatter everyday (America). Blame the mothers. . .
Woah...woah...WOAH!!? Why do the mothers always have to take the blame? Uh... Dad's taking the kid to McDonalds while I'm trying to feed him steamed broccoli, I'll have you know! Ok, alot of the mothers are to blame though. I'll give you that one. My sister lets her kids eat whatever they want... my niece will come to a breakfast gathering and only eat bacon. Yep... a plate of bacon. My sister never says a word, and, you guessed it, my niece is a porker. She's gorgeous... a beautiful face... but chub city USA!!! And it's not a growing chubby thing either... she's 17. She's chubby. She's not going to get much taller, it's not all baby fat. She's going to be chubby until she figures out how to eat right. Man, we have totally hijacked this thread. Sorry people!
Wilton's chart is flawless, IMO. I tend to cut the cake into what some would consider "smaller" sizes.
Take this, for instance; I get 50 servings out of a 9 x 13.
I couldn't disagree with this more. When I cut cakes personally, I end up with servings more in line with Earlene's chart. I tell my clients that my servings sizes are "generous". I'd rather have them think of me as the lady that gave them more than they needed than the lady who shorted them cake!
And if I ever brought a customer a 9x13 cake and told them to serve 50 people with it, I wouldn't have any customers left.
Wilton's chart is flawless, IMO. I tend to cut the cake into what some would consider "smaller" sizes.
Take this, for instance; I get 50 servings out of a 9 x 13.
I couldn't disagree with this more. When I cut cakes personally, I end up with servings more in line with Earlene's chart. I tell my clients that my servings sizes are "generous". I'd rather have them think of me as the lady that gave them more than they needed than the lady who shorted them cake!
And if I ever brought a customer a 9x13 cake and told them to serve 50 people with it, I wouldn't have any customers left.
I couldn't agree more, Kellym!
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