Picking the Right Cake for your Wedding Day
A wedding cake is usually one of the attractions at any wedding. The cake cutting ceremony is the first task a husband and wife take on together as a married couple and sharing the first slice of cake is symbolic of their intention to share a lifetime together. Choosing the right wedding cake can be quite a daunting task if you don’t know what your options are.
The first question you need to ask yourselves is, “Do I want a traditional wedding cake or am I willing to try something a little different?” Whatever your choice, you have many options to consider.
If you decide to go with a traditional wedding cake, you need to decide on the flavor, the filling and icing you prefer. Some couples prefer a formal rich fruit cake with a marzipan and fondant icing and others pick something less formal like a sponge or a chocolate cake with a flavored filling and a buttercream icing.
If you are not familiar with what fondant tastes like, you might want to arrange for a tasting before you decide. Not everyone fancies the taste and texture of fondant. Either way, your baker will be able to offer you a number of options with the cake decoration and toppers. Be sure to ask for any clarifications before booking, so you know what to expect.
You will also need to decide on the number of tiers you’d want and if you’d like a stacked display or a more spread out display. Another option available is to opt for a different flavor for each tier. The cost of the cake will differ with the flavor. So please speak to your baker about this. You might also want to check on the size of the serving that the baker offers before you book your cake.
For those couples willing to try something a tad different, why not go in for a cupcake tower instead. Cupcakes are quite the rage and many more people are opting for them because of their aesthetics, they are more economical and the ease of serving – no cutting required. Some venues charge a cutting fee for the traditional cakes, which is why cupcakes are becoming increasingly popular. You may choose to have a small cake for the wedding cake cutting ceremony to go with your cupcake tower.
Again you will need to decide on flavors and icings. You can opt for a classic sponge or flavored cupcake which is decorated with fondant or stick with either a butter cream or cream cheese frosting.
Make a choice that’s right for you to make your wedding one sweet memory for all to cherish.
