Café Marguerite
About Café Marguerite
Café Marguerite is a bakery and café in Margaretville, New York, founded in 2020 by husband-and-wife chefs Dina and Jean-François. Both come from decades in NYC’s fine dining and pastry kitchens. That’s the kind of background that shows up in the finished product — everything is made from scratch with professional-level technique.
Wedding cakes start at $7 per slice, which is reasonable for the level of craft involved. Dina handles the wedding cake process — from flavor consultations to design advice to execution. The approach is detail-oriented: she advises on flavors, icing, and how to serve the cake to guests. The result is a cake that looks good and serves well, which sounds simple but requires experience to get right.
They offer gluten-free and vegan cake options, and the café also does catering. The full menu includes pastries, breakfast, brunch, lunch, wine and beer. Everything from daily pastries to seasonal dinners is made from scratch.
Margaretville puts Café Marguerite in the western Catskills — Delaware County territory. For weddings at Catskills wedding venues in that area, they’re a local option with city-level pastry credentials. The fine dining background means they understand plating, presentation, and flavor in a way that distinguishes their work from a standard bakery.
Contact & Details
- Website: cafemarguerite.com
- Instagram: @cafemargueriteny
- Service Area: Catskills, Delaware County, surrounding areas
- Based in: Margaretville, New York
- Starting at: $7/slice (wedding cakes)
Services Offered
- Wedding Cakes
- Custom Cakes
- Gluten-Free Options
- Vegan Options
- Tastings Available
- Catering Available
Real Weddings with Café Marguerite
I’ve worked alongside Café Marguerite at Roxbury Barn. Browse the full gallery of Hudson Valley wedding venues I photograph.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Café Marguerite deliver wedding cakes?
Contact them directly for delivery details. They’re based in Margaretville in the western Catskills and serve the surrounding area.
How far in advance should I order a wedding cake?
Book your baker 6-9 months before the wedding, especially for peak season. Schedule a tasting 4-6 months out so you have time to finalize flavors and design details.
How much does a wedding cake cost in the Hudson Valley?
Wedding cakes in the Hudson Valley typically range from $4-$12 per slice depending on design complexity, with most couples spending $600-$1,500 total. Elaborate fondant work, sugar flowers, and multiple tiers increase the cost. Buttercream designs tend to be more affordable.
Should I do a dessert table instead of a traditional wedding cake?
Many couples do both — a smaller cutting cake plus a dessert table with cookies, pies, or pastries. It gives guests variety and can be more cost-effective than a large tiered cake. Dessert tables also photograph well and work as a visual element in the reception space.
Looking for a baker/desserts for your Hudson Valley wedding? Get in touch — I’m happy to share more about my experience working with Café Marguerite and other recommended vendors in the region.