Select a smaller wedding cake, just the right size for the wedding party. Have a tier to eat at the event and a tier to put in the freezer for the first anniversary celebration. To make the wedding cake the focal point of the reception, place it on a pedestal on an elegantly decorated table with the bridal bouquet.
Then, have your baker make a cake for each table at the reception. Two layers are adequate and the size depends on how many will be seated at each table. Eight inch for a more intimate setting. Twelve inch for a larger group. The decorations could be a simpler version of the Bride's cake or could be a compliment to the wedding itself. For instance, the cakes could match the bridesmaids' dresses and bouquets. Or they could all be gold or silver to match the wedding rings. A group of mini cakes or collection of cupcakes might fit your theme better. Maybe the cupcakes could be decorated like the flowers in the wedding? Put a charger of choice in the center of each table, a toile, or whatever would fit in with your theme, then put the cakes on top. Be sure to provide a knife for each table and you have a wonderful centerpiece. Not too high. Not too low. Not combustible. Just right!
After the customary "feeding-each-other-slathering-faces-with-icing" photo session, the guests don't have to stand in line waiting for cake. They are also able to control portion sizes and don't have to be embarrassed about going for seconds.
Then, have your baker make a cake for each table at the reception. Two layers are adequate and the size depends on how many will be seated at each table. Eight inch for a more intimate setting. Twelve inch for a larger group. The decorations could be a simpler version of the Bride's cake or could be a compliment to the wedding itself. For instance, the cakes could match the bridesmaids' dresses and bouquets. Or they could all be gold or silver to match the wedding rings. A group of mini cakes or collection of cupcakes might fit your theme better. Maybe the cupcakes could be decorated like the flowers in the wedding? Put a charger of choice in the center of each table, a toile, or whatever would fit in with your theme, then put the cakes on top. Be sure to provide a knife for each table and you have a wonderful centerpiece. Not too high. Not too low. Not combustible. Just right!
After the customary "feeding-each-other-slathering-faces-with-icing" photo session, the guests don't have to stand in line waiting for cake. They are also able to control portion sizes and don't have to be embarrassed about going for seconds.
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