We love geeky cakes here at Geeky Gadgets, but what happens when your cake order goes wrong? You get one of these USB drive cakes.
Elisabeth R. ordered a cake for her boss’s birthday in the office. They wanted a photo of their boss on the cake, so they sent the photo over to the bakery on a USB drive.
When they went to pick up their boss’s birthday cake, they were more than a little surprised to have a cake which featured their Lexar Jumpdrive Trio flash drive that they sent the pictures on. At least they have a funny story to tell their boss.
The Importance of Clear Communication
This humorous mishap underscores the importance of clear communication, especially when it comes to custom orders. In this case, the bakery staff misunderstood the instructions and thought the USB drive itself was the image to be printed on the cake. This kind of mix-up can happen in any industry, but it’s particularly memorable (and edible) when it involves a cake.
To avoid such misunderstandings, it’s crucial to provide detailed instructions and, if possible, follow up with a phone call or an in-person visit to ensure that the message is clear. In the digital age, where emails and text messages can sometimes be misinterpreted, a little extra effort can go a long way in ensuring that your order is executed correctly.
Other Hilarious Cake Mistakes
This USB drive cake is not the only example of a cake order gone wrong. There are numerous instances where bakeries have misunderstood the instructions, leading to hilarious results. For example, one customer asked for a cake that said “Best Wishes Suzanne” and underneath that “We will miss you.” The cake they received had the words “Best Wishes Suzanne” and underneath that “Under Neat that We will miss you.”
Another classic example is the cake that was supposed to feature a graduation cap and diploma. Instead, the cake decorator wrote the words “Cap and Diploma” on the cake. These funny errors have become so popular that they have spawned entire websites and social media pages dedicated to cake fails.
These examples serve as a reminder that while technology can make our lives easier, it can also lead to amusing misunderstandings. Whether it’s a USB drive cake or a cake with literal instructions, these mistakes provide a good laugh and a lesson in the importance of clear communication.
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