Fabulous Cake Inspiration

Fabulous Cake Inspiration

I simply had to share this, I think it is amazing the craftmanship that goes into something like this. I am totally in awe of these wonderful bakers. Over the next few weeks I will be posting some more wonderful cake inspiration.

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Alternatives To Traditional Wedding Cakes

Today's brides are now looking beyond traditional when it comes to wedding cakes. Some people just do not like wedding cake, others just want to stamp their personality on their day. Even traditional cakes have changed over the years where brides are no longer restricted to fruit or sponge, with everything from chocolate to peanut butter flavour!

A while ago I wrote a short post on alternatives to wedding cakes, as requested by one of my followers we are revisiting this topic in a little more detail.

so we will start with Donuts!  if you love donuts then this is the option for you, just by arranging them on a suitable cake stand can transform it into the cake of your dreams.

Not for you? something more adventurous? what about jelly shots, again arranged on a display stand

A Pizza lover? how about this for an alternative

What about a sweet treat cake

sweettreatco.co.uk

This is a cheese wedding cake, a choice of cheeses stacked on top of one another that can be displayed and decorated with either fruit or flowers

Pork Pie wedding cakes are surprisingly popular

 Cupcakes! one of my favourites, you could choose a selection of different flavours to suit 

all your guests

This couple decided to just have a dessert table and not have a cake at all, a great opportunity to share all your favourite desserts with your guests

 another growing trend is cake pops

Why not have a Sweet Table instead, providing a variety of sweet treats in jars and containers with scoops and bags, a lovely idea for guests to take home or eat on the spot

What about a rainbow display of macaroons or why not try cookies of your choice

Saving the best until last, waffles.... with a selection of fruits and creams, let guests add their own fruit and creams.

So when planning your wedding think outside the box, your wedding is about you and your groom, your personalities and likes, mixing tradition with your own touches is a perfect way of creating a memorable day

If you have a topic that you would like to discuss here on our blog or any advice or questions then please get in touch.

Sylvia Weinstock Wedding Cakes

Sylvia is the one that all celebrities turn to when looking for the wedding cakes, in her 80's and with her company based in New York some of her creations can cost anything up to £45,000!! 

The Clinton's as well as Catherine Zeta Jones & Michael Douglas are just a couple of her celebrity clients.

The secret ingredient for Sylvia Weinstock’s success is there are no shortcuts– in cake or in life. She uses only the best ingredients available. While the flowers for a large cake may be made weeks in advance, the cakes are baked, filled, and iced one or two days prior to the delivery date so every client receives a fresh, tender, and delicious cake

This week I thought  it would be lovely to feature some of her work .

http://www.sylviaweinstock.com/index_fl4.html

for brides who are interested in Sylvia's cakes you have to call direct to make a personal appointment

How to Choose Your Wedding Cake

Made by Rhian Crusher of

http://www.celebrate-countrycakedesign.co.uk/

When it comes to choosing your Wedding Cake can often seem like quite a daunting task. With your cake being one of the main focuses at your reception, you want to make sure that you choose a cake that not only tastes good but that makes and impression on your guests.

Made by Lindsay Baines

http://www.fairycakesnorthyorkshire.co.uk/

There are a few things that you should consider when choosing your cake, 

 here are my top tips to help

1. Budget - Always make sure that you have a budget set aside for your cake

2. What Size? - Think about the size of cake you want and need - take into account the size of your venue, the amount of guests and if you are choosing a tiered cake how many will you really need.

3. Style - With so many beautiful cakes around try seeking some inspiration from wedding magazines, cut out clippings of cakes you like. Take them with you to the bakery to show them what elements you like from each. Don't forget to also ask to see their portfolio for ideas of cakes they have previously made.

4. Extras - Remember custom designed cakes, hand painted flowers & intricate piping, all take extra time to perfect, so be prepared to factor in extra money into your cake budget.

5. Taste - Fillings, whilst a fruit cake may be a tradition, nowadays there are so many different fillings and flavour cakes to choose from. Don't forget to take into account guests with allergies

6. Tastings - Always visit your baker first and taste the quality of the cakes, it may also help when making your decision on flavours,

7. On a budget - Whilst some supermarkets sell basic iced wedding cakes, don't be afraid to approach a baker and ask what they can do for the amount you have in your budget, you may be surprised!

Made by Claire Taylor

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002105547750

Cake Toppers

Today I wanted feature some work done by the amazing Naomi Harris, she creates cake toppers for all types of occasions not just weddings but when you check out her work i think you will see instantly its of a high standard.

   

She has several ranges of toppers including a platinum range that she works hard to recreate the complete look of the bride and groom.

I think my favourite ones have to be the Big Fat Gypsy Wedding toppers

You can tell just by looking at the photographs what intricate detail and hard work go into these.

From the dresses and sparkles right down to the eyelashes and tiaras.

So if you are looking for that something a little different, with a personal touch then I highly reccomend her work.

As her work is bespoke prices vary so if interested please contact Naomi directly.

  http://www.topofthecake.co.uk/

Just had to share these

I just flet that I had to share these photos of cakes

Just look at the intricate detail

I loved this idea too, maybe not suitable for a wedding but could be used for another function

I just had to share this picture with you all

I totally love this idea, think its fab!

How about this for a Christmas wedding cake?