Stop 1: The Mouth. The mouth is the beginning of the digestive system, and, in fact, digestion starts here before you even take the first bite of a meal. The smell of food triggers the salivary glands in your mouth to secrete saliva, causing your mouth to water. When you actually taste the food, saliva increases.
Size, Shape & Numbers. 1  8Ã12â³ single layer cake feeds 15-20 people. 2  12Ã16â³ single layer cake feeds 40-60 people. 3  12Ã16â³ double layer cake feeds 40-60 people. 4  16Ã24â³ single layer cake feeds 80-100 people. 5  16Ã24â³ double layer cake feeds 80-100 people.
According to Wilton, party-size cake pieces are cut to 1 1/2 x 2 inches. Wedding-size pieces are cut to 1 x 2 inches. The 9 x 13 inch cake is also known as a quarter-sheet cake. The quarter-sheet size is recommended for small birthday parties, office gatherings or intimate weddings.