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Wedding Cakes
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Photo by
Azure Photography
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Next to the bride and groom, the wedding cake
is the showpiece for the wedding. Although most wedding cakes still have white
frosting, the actual flavors and shapes vary greatly. Just about any flavor cake may
be used to make a wedding cake, whether it's carrot, chocolate or lemon.
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The traditional wedding cake consists of three tiers. The
tiers may be set on top of each other or may be separated by columns. Some bakers
can prepare cakes in special shapes, such as a gift box. If you're looking for a
special shape, verify that the baker has done something like this before.
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Cake decorations may consist of fresh flowers or greenery,
ribbons, edible leaves, flowers shaped from icing or molded sugar decorations. Remember the cost of the cake largely depends on the labor required, so the more elaborate
the decorations, the costlier the cake. You may also elect to place an ornament on
the top of the cake. Traditionally this is a bride and groom figurine, but there are many
other options as well.
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Once again, check with friends for
recommendations. When you visit a baker, be sure to taste test the type of cake you
are interested in. The baker should have pictures of some of the cakes they have
done so that you may select a style you like.
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If
you'd like to save the top layer for your first anniversary, be sure to let the baker know
this up front. Since a frozen cake may not be tasty, many couples have the baker
prepare a fresh cake on their first anniversary.
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How long have you been baking wedding cakes?
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May I see photos of some of the cakes you
have done?
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Will the cake be fresh
or frozen ahead of time?
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Do you have a specialty cake?
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How will the cake be delivered?
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Where will the cake be assembled?
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Will there be a charge for slicing the cake?
(You should ask your caterer this.)
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Searching for a baker for your wedding cake?
Check out our local
Wedding Cake listings.
Shop on-line for wedding cake servers. |
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