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The request was specific. The customer asked for a photo of a USB drive. The baker provided a drawing of a USB drive. Technically, the contract was fulfilled. I graduated from business school with really good grades, and in business, accuracy is paramount. These literal cakes represent a workforce that is compliant, obedient, and completely devoid of critical thinking skills. It is fascinating.
When you look at a cake that says “Green in parenthesis,” you have to admire the commitment to the transcript. They did not interpret the text; they transcribed it. It is like a court reporter made a dessert. Is it what the customer wanted? No. Is it exactly what they wrote down? Yes. In a way, these bakers are the most honest people in the food service industry. They do not assume; they execute.
Communication is key, especially when icing is involved. We have collected the funniest examples of miscommunication between customers and decorators, resulting in cakes that say exactly what was on the order form, instructions included.
The “Sent from iPhone” cake is a modern masterpiece. It speaks to our digital age where we are moving too fast to proofread our dessert orders. It proves that technology and baking are a dangerous combination. Next time, maybe just call the bakery instead of emailing them from your car.
If you enjoy seeing instructions gone wrong, there is plenty more to see. We recommend looking at funny signs, design fails, and food delivery horrors for more literal laughs.
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