Eating a strawberry shortcake is serious business. Here are the steps one should take to fully appreciate consumption of this most delicious of summer treats.

Step One: Contemplate the artistry of the concoction.

Step Two: Examine carefully to make sure all the elements, cake, strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream, are all present.

Step Three: Approach the first bite carefully. Taste for flavor and aroma.

Step Four: Allow the flavors to marry in your mouth.

Step Five: Try not to eat the spoon.