You all know how much I adore Kendall Barrett of Kendall’s Cakes. She is one of those people that the more you get to know her, the more wonderful you realize she is…and, not to mention, Kendall is always filling me up with delicious treats when I see her! I just am delighted by this story…I hope it leads you into a happy weekend…
A few weeks ago, during the first snow storm, Kendall had a wedding cancelled at the Mandarin Oriental. As some of you may know, in most venue contracts, there is an “Act of God clause” that protects both the property and couple against events outside of human control, like that crazy weather. So, luckily, the couple was able to reschedule their wedding without any penalty but, regardless, it was a sad situation for everyone involved.
So, what about the cake for 220 guests that was finished and ready to deliver? Kendall and her son Zack donated and delivered the beautiful wedding cake to DC Central Kitchen where the staff and volunteers there were able to slice it and feed the cold homeless of our city delicious wedding cake (chocolate raspberry and white chocolate raspberry) in the storm. It was the perfect ending to an otherwise sad weekend wedding.
Kendall teaches pastry classes at DCCK and often brings leftovers to the nonprofit. It is such a pleasure to work with so many fabulous vendors in the DC wedding industry, especially those like Kendall who not only make weddings such happy occasions but our community a better place!
Kendall is the best!!!
Ralph xoxo
One of the most soulful loving delightful people I have met. Ever. Thank you, Kendall for showing people how to give and give and give. Your heart is as big as all outdoors.
That post just made my day. I love Kendall!
I happen to be the groom for this wedding which we creatively had labeled as a “White Wedding” theme on our invitations. I guess we planned our event to well while not expecting to get the biggest snow storm in 100 years! God does certainly have a sense of humor. I also happen to be a wedding planner and found it ironic that in 13 years of being in this business, I have NEVER seen a wedding be postponed due to a blizzard. There is a first time for everything and God certainly does have a plan. Our next theme is “Who wants to be a millionaire” where we actually win the grand prize! Myself and my fiance have re-scheduled our wedding and would like to thank Kendall for donating this wonderful cake to one of our favorites non-profit organizations in Washington, DC. She of course made this donation on her own so it was a nice surprise to us. We just came across this article 2 days ago as it was sent to us by the Mandarin. In challenging times, it’s always best to remember the blessings that we do have and to also give to those who may need it more.
I adore Kendall! She is amazing :)
Thank you!
xxx
Kendall has the most generous heart and truly found a way to turn lemons into lemonade. (or maybe lemon cake in this case – a favorite of mine!) May she inspire us all to give back.
Kendall is, by FAR, one the most loved and appreciated our our “guest chef” at DCCK. She brings it all–talent, sass, love, commitment and fun. Hat’s OFF to a dear friend.