Prepare all of your recipes in advance and store according to the recipe instructions on each post.

If you are making everything fresh on the same day you are going to build the cake, be sure to bake the cake layers first to get them cooled and cold before assembling.

The compote is made by combining the berries, cranberries and sugar in a heavy bottom sauce pot and bring to a boil.

Turn the heat down to low and simmer for about 35minutes or until the berries break down and the cranberries begin to pop open.

Stirring often to avoid scorching the bottom, cook until it is to a stewed fruit consistency.

Cool off the heat then refrigerate until thickened.

Assemble the cake as shown in the video tutorial or decorate as you prefer!