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In Roman times, a thin loaf of bread was broken
over the bride's head to ensure her fertility and in Victorian times, cakes
became as frilly as the bride's attire decorated with elaborate flowers and
garlands. The wedding cake has been a significant tradition in the wedding
reception to symbolize the couple's willingness to share a household together.
The
wedding cake is usually ordered by a bakery ,however, many reception sites do
make the cake on the premises. Bakers have become very innovative with cake
designs and flavors. Amaretto, spice, marble and mocha are a change from the
traditional white cake. White frosting is not the only wedding cake icing
anymore. Strawberry, mocha and vanilla are now the creamy finish to these
special cakes. It is nice to choose a variety of flavors for your cake because
this should satisfy the taste buds of your guests. Regardless of which kind of
cake you decide on, sample it before the wedding to ensure you will love it at
the wedding.
The wedding cake is usually ordered by a bakery ,however, many
reception sites do make the cake on the premises. Bakers have become very
innovative with cake designs and flavors. Amaretto, spice, marble and mocha are
a change from the traditional white cake. White frosting is not the only wedding
cake icing anymore. Strawberry, mocha and vanilla are now the creamy finish to
these special cakes. It is nice to choose a variety of flavors for your cake
because this should satisfy the taste buds of your guests. Regardless of which
kind of cake you decide on, sample it before the wedding to ensure you will love
it at the wedding.
The Groom's Cake is usually a festive cake that sits next to the wedding cake.
This cake may be very creative and represent an interest of the groom (i.e.
college seal, hobby or sport).
Cutting the Cake
You may need to designate two people to cut and serve the cake
at the reception. The baker or the catering manager will set up the cake so that
it will be all ready when the guests arrive. They may also have a staff person
cut it. You need to find this out when you are reserving your reception site.
All the guests receive a piece of the cake to help the bride and groom celebrate
the beginning of their household. (It is considered bad luck for the bride and
groom if a guest leaves the reception without tasting the cake!!!). Remember to
save the top tier of the wedding cake. This is the anniversary cake and is
shared on your first anniversary. As long as it is sealed and stored correctly,
it will taste pretty good!
Cake Accessories
Knife and Cake Server
- This set is sometimes borrowed from a family member; possibly carrying on a
tradition. The pieces are solid silver with a decorative handle and a silver
bottom. The couple may choose to have them engraved as well as having the
handles decorated with flowers.
Cake Top - Your cake top may be whatever you would like it to be. Many
couples have the cake top resemble them or an activity they like to do together.
Instead of a statue, some couples choose to have flowers on the top of the cake
as an alternative. Other cake top ideas: blown glass ornaments, music box
playing your favorite song, animals in bridal attire, regional symbols
(cowboys), cartoon characters, or electric lights.
Ribbon Charms - This new trend involves one tier of the cake and charms
with ribbons. The charms are put in the cake and the ribbons, tied to the charms
are hanging down the sides. All the bridesmaids gather around the cake and each
pull on a ribbon. Some of the charms are: ring= next to marry, clover= luck.,
anchor=great travels and pacifier= next to have a baby.
Cake Skirt - Reception halls may provide this, otherwise, you will just
purchase a piece of fabric at a fabric store to place under the cake. Usually it
matches the colors of the wedding.
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