Rochester Brides & Grooms Issue 52 November 2017 - May 2018 | Page 30
C akes & D esserts
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Your Wedding Cake
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S ince the days of the Roman empire, the wedding
cake has been a ritual and a symbol of the couple's
willingness to share each others household from then on.
Traditionally, it is a white cake with white buttercream
frosting. You may, however, choose other flavors such
as chocolate, carrot, rum, fudge, white chocolate, lemon
or cheese cake. Choose fillings that complement the
cake flavor. Cakes may be decorated with fresh and silk
flowers, delicate colorful frosting flowers and borders, mini-
figurines, glass or crystal toppers.
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Typically the wedding cake sits on
a skirted table which is wheeled
into the center of the room when
the couple cuts
the cake. They place each
of their right hands over one
another and cut the first slice,
which they share. The rest is cut
and served
to guests. Don’t forget to save and
freeze the top cake layer to share
on your first anniversary. Your baker
can advise you on wrapping and
freezing the top layer.
Select your baker three to six months in advance of your
wedding. See bakers in this section for recom mendations.
When you meet with your baker,
describe your wedding, number of
guests, location and time of the reception. Look
at photos of specially made cakes and ask to
taste samples if possible. Order your cake
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co
one month in advance and request a
receipt describing the type of cake
you have ordered, filling, icing, style,
and color of decorations.
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