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The Strawberry Shortcake planning guide

What to Expect When You Book

Here's how our sweet dessert service comes together, from first message to the last bite.

Strawberry shortcake topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream at an outdoor event

From first message to sweet finish

How Booking Works

A simple path from your first message to a truck full of dessert at your event.

Tell us about your event Share your date, guest count, and location so we can start planning dessert service around your needs.
Get your dessert plan We recommend flavors and serving stations based on your crowd size, then walk you through the details.
Confirm your date Lock in your booking 4–8 weeks out ideally, though rush requests are sometimes possible with less notice.
We arrive and set up Our team pulls in 30–60 minutes early, sets up serving stations, and gets everything ready before guests line up.
Serve up smiles Guests move through the line quickly, topping their shortcake with whipped cream and their favorite topping.

Help Us Quote Faster

What Helps Us Quote Faster

Share a few details and we'll plan your sweet dessert service in no time.

Event Basics

Send these first.

  • Event date and start time
  • Guest count (any size works)
  • Event address or metro area
  • Indoor or outdoor setup

Service Details

Help us plan the setup.

  • Power access on site
  • Pick 3 dessert styles for the menu
  • Any dietary needs to plan around
  • Arrival window: 30-60 minutes early

The Experience

What guests can look forward to.

  • Fresh shortcake topped to order
  • Whipped cream and topping of choice
  • Bright, nostalgic, and easy to enjoy
  • A sweet finish for any celebration

Space & Access

What Our Setup Needs

Our truck keeps a compact footprint of about 20-40ft of curb or lot space, while our trailer setup β€” a growing favorite for its ability to detach and maneuver into tighter spots β€” runs closer to 50-60ft. Either way, we just need a reasonably flat, clear space to park and start scooping up dessert. Our team arrives 30-60 minutes ahead of service to get situated, since mobile means we're always working around a little traffic.

Exact space needed depends on truck vs. trailer, so let us know your layout when booking.

Pick your dessert service

Find Your Sweet Fit

From classic shortcake service to all-you-can-eat, pick the option that fits your event.

Sweet & simple

The Starter Scoop

Includes: Your pick of our shortcake styles, served fresh and topped to order in line.

Best for: Groups who just want a sweet dessert option for events without extra add-ons.

Fan favorite

Shortcake & Sip

Includes: A shortcake plus a drink pairing β€” Coke, Sprite, Diet Coke, or water.

Best for: Offices, schools, and parties wanting a complete, easy sweet finish.

Most popular

Mix & Match Buffet

Includes: Guests choose from three shortcake styles to keep the line moving quickly.

Best for: Family and kid-friendly events where everyone wants their own favorite topping.

Go big

All You Can Eat Sugar Rush

Includes: Unlimited servings across our featured shortcakes for true sweet-tooth crowds.

Best for: Celebrations that want a cheerful, dessert-forward experience guests keep talking about.

See The Shortcake

A Peek At Dessert

Fresh cut strawberries, strawberry reduction, and fluffy whipped cream β€” see it before you taste it.

The Strawberry Shortcake food truck fare
The Strawberry Shortcake food truck fare
The Strawberry Shortcake food truck fare

Make it sweeter

Add-Ons & Options

  • Dietary needs: Just tell us before we arrive β€” we'll work with gluten-free and dairy-free requests where we can.
  • Menu focus for big rushes: For larger events, we recommend narrowing to 3 or fewer dessert styles so the line keeps moving fast.
  • Multiple serving stations: Bigger guest counts mean more serving stations, so everyone still gets served quickly.
  • Travel beyond the metro: We'll travel to you β€” events farther from a metro area may include a travel fee.

On the day

What to Expect on Event Day

Here's how we roll in, set up, and keep the shortcakes moving from truck to hand.

Arrival & Setup

  • Team arrives 30–60 minutes before service starts
  • Extra buffer built in for mobile traffic and setup
  • Larger events get more serving stations added
  • We serve rain, snow, wind, or shine

Service Flow

  • Every guest gets the same base shortcake to start
  • Toppings added fresh: whipped cream plus their pick
  • We recommend 3 dessert styles to keep lines moving
  • Dessert service is quick β€” most guests return before dessert's done

Wrap-Up

  • We clear our station and pack out promptly
  • Team breaks down without disrupting your event's flow

Before you book

What Shapes Your Quote

Every quote is built around your event, with our package model. Once we know your guest count, dessert lineup, and setup needs, we put together a plan that keeps service flowing smoothly and everyone smiling. Travel distance and timing can shift things too, so the more details you share up front, the sweeter the fit.

  • Guest count
  • Dessert selection
  • Travel distance
  • Service duration
  • Number of serving stations
  • Setup timing

Quick Answers Before You Request a Quote

How do I book you?

Booking is simple - just head online to reserve your date! And if you have any questions along the way, we'd love to chat with you over the phone about our service. Just keep in mind that quotes are handled through email only, so we won't be able to share pricing over the phone.

How do I check if my date is available?

Just pop over to our website and fill out our formβ€”that's the sweetest way to check! We've got multiple trucks and cuisines ready to bring the fun, so don't be shy about reaching out!

What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule?

All cancellation and reschedule policies can be found in our booking terms linked in the footer of our website. You'll also get a copy with your catering agreement when you book.

Can the serving time change after I book?

Sweet question! Sometimes yes, sometimes no. We make commitments to other parties based on our commitment to you, so if your proposed time change would conflict with another party we already committed to based on our original commitment with you, we wouldn't be able to make the change.

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Ready When You Are

Let's Make It Sweet

Book The Strawberry Shortcake and give your event a cheerful, memorable dessert finish.