When considering what tasty confection to serve your guests, try thinking outside the cake box. Even if you opt for a more traditional, tiered cake, there are delightful twists to add flair and personality to your sweet treat.
Sporty
You have no limitation in life—so why should your wedding cake be any different? Open up some options to you and your guests with a dessert buffet. You can have the standard cake to appease your more traditional guests (or your mom!), but including truffles, petits fours, mini-bundt cakes and more will give you a chance to make everyone feel there is a special treat just for them!
Classic
To celebrate the glorious union of not only lives, but also names, consider decorating your cake with your new monogram. To combine your names, the first initial shown would be from the groom’s first name, the middle and larger letter is the initial of the last name, and the last letter is the initial of the bride’s first name. From all the curls and loops with cursive writing, this sweet representation of your lives joining turns into a piece of elegant art on your cake.
Girlie
Reminiscent of fun parties growing up, individual cupcakes are a cute and quirky way to forego the typical heavy cake in favour of something lighter. Present these little cakes on tiered cake plates with different icing colours and decorations on top. They still have the look of one big cake, but with a twist!
Boho
Being concerned about what you put in your body is central to your existence. If just the thought of all that sugar and white flour gets your stomach turning, then consider an organic cake made especially for you: more bakeries are recognizing the new dietary requests and requirements.
Glamorous
If you’re looking to host a wedding that will rival the swankiest celeb parties, consider something completely over the top to complement your W-day. Alongside your traditional cake, a lavish chocolate fountain will add a touch of glam your guests will indulge in over and over. Offer a selection of delectable fresh fruits, biscuits and even bite-sized cakes they can dip into the chocolate and savour.
Unconventional
For the bride who tossed the etiquette book over her shoulder and never looked back, your options are endless! To celebrate your laid-back and fancy-free day, let guests dig into an ice cream cake. With so many flavours to choose from and so many different styles, yours can be as simple or elaborate as you want. Another idea is to set up a sundae bar where your guests can create the ice cream treat of their dreams–don’t forget the sprinkles!
Groom’s Day
Looking for a way to get your clueless groom into the nitty-gritty details of wedding planning? Let him have cake! Based on an old tradition, single female guests slept with a slice of the groom’s cake under their pillow to dream of their prince charming. These fun and unique cakes are a great way to let your guy’s style shine. Customized to reflect his personality–think team logos, vintage cars or sports equipment–the possibilities are endless.
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