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The Sugar Lab specializes in custom cakes and mini desserts that look and taste great.

Owners and mother-daughter duo Kelly Shirk and Alison Davis created the Sugar Lab in April 2012 by blending two passions: sweets and science.

Kelly has had a passion for cooking and baking her whole life. She owned a small café when she was 20 years old and opened a chocolate shop after family and friends repeatedly commented that she should sell her creations.

Alison has been baking with Kelly since she was 3, helping to mix the batter and licking the spoon when they were done. While obtaining her biology degree from Cal Poly, Alison’s passion for cake decorating flourished. It seemed like every week she was baking. As a member of Chi Omega, Alison made several cakes for the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s wish granting parties. After graduation, she continued to bake for family and friends with great success.

The pair decided to open up a bakery and confections shop to showcase their many talents and creations.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding cakes with buttercream frosting (per slice, without tax)?

$7

What is the starting price for fondant wedding cakes (per slice, without tax)?

$8

Which of the following are included in the cost of the cake?

Anniversary Cake

What is the starting price for cupcakes (per cupcake, without tax)?

$5

What services do your prices include?

Consultation
Custom Cake Design
Delivery
Set Up

What types of desserts do you provide?

Cookies
Cupcakes
Dessert Buffet
Groom's Cake
Pastries

What services do you provide?

Consultations
Custom Design
Delivery
Setup

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

What special ingredients do you use?

Fresh Fruit
Local

Are you licensed by the state health department?

Yes

Reviews of Sugar Lab Bake Shop

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Sugar Lab Bake Shop receives glowing reviews for its personalized and delicious wedding cakes. Reviewers praise the seamless communication with the team, the delectable flavors, and the beautiful presentation of the cakes. Many appreciated the option to have a freshly baked anniversary cake and the variety of choices available for desserts. Sugar Lab is highly recommended for its stellar service and exceptional desserts, making it a top choice for weddings and special occasions.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Sugar Lab Bake Shop receives glowing reviews for its personalized and delicious wedding cakes. Reviewers praise the seamless communication with the team, the delectable flavors, and the beautiful presentation of the cakes. Many appreciated the option to have a freshly baked anniversary cake and the variety of choices available for desserts. Sugar Lab is highly recommended for its stellar service and exceptional desserts, making it a top choice for weddings and special occasions.

Jacob
Jacob Sent on 04/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our cake was so delicious

We worked with Micki and the team at Sugar Lab Bake Shop to create and deliver our personalized wedding cake.

We had a larger kitchen cake for the guests, and a smaller, sweetheart table cake for just my wife and I.

Communication was really smooth getting all of the details right, and delivery of the cake to our venue was an option we could select with our rate.

The cake came out SO DELICIOUS. The guests loved it, and we couldn't stop eating the leftovers the day after. We can't wait to eat our cake again one year from now, as Sugar Lab Bake Shop offers a freshly baked one for you to have on your anniversary - no need to freeze your wedding cake and eat a stale one next year.

Thanks so much for helping our dream wedding come true, Sugar Lab Bake Shop!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 03/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect experience!

Sugar Lab absolutely nailed our wedding dessert table dreams! We wanted a small cake that we could cut during cake cutting for our wedding and get photos of but we didn't want a cake big enough to serve our guests. Sugar Lab helped us pick out the most perfect sized cake for my husband and I to cut during our wedding, as well as provided the most delicious mini cupcakes for our guests to enjoy. The banana cake with cinnamon cream cheese frosting is INCREDIBLE!

Prior to our wedding we picked up a cake tasting box and had sooo much fun trying the many combinations they had to offer. We have talked about that box for months and even discussed getting another one just to eat.

Ali and Mickie communicated with us well and always answered all of our questions and concerns quickly. We felt totally at ease and never once worried about our cake or dessert table while wedding planning. We knew we were in great hands with Sugar Lab. They delivered the cake on time and it was stunning! Our guests still remind us how much they loved the mini cupcakes and all of the flavors.

I would highly recommend Sugar Lab for any and all dessert needs.
Andi
Andi Sent on 09/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you!

Working with Sugar Lab was so easy, I really appreciated their online payment tracking system that allowed me to make automatic payments.
Also, their gluten-free cake was delicious! They were able to make my wedding cake all gluten-free, and I was so grateful!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Los Robles Greens Los Robles Greens Country Club Weddings

If you are looking for fabulous desserts and/ or a wedding cake then look no further, Sugar Lab Bake Shop is where you want to be! Ali and her team are always happy to help with any questions and are always smiling. Book Sugar Lab for your Wedding!

Jana and Co. Makeup and Hair Design Jana and Co. Makeup and Hair Design Wedding Hair & Makeup

Not enough words I can say about Sugar Lab Bake Shop...SO many of our brides choose this fabulous vendor! Absolutely the BEST - delicious, beautiful and creative...choose Sugar Lab!

Karen Marie Events Karen Marie Events Wedding Planners

Sugar Lab Bakeshop is one of the best in the area...Ali simply makes amazing beautiul cakes and her wedding cakes are always the perfect centerpieces at the weddings we do. She is very creative and always trying new styles and her new shop in Ventura offers yummy other items like mini pies and cupcakes...one of our favorites!

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