| Here is some information that you will want to look over before designing your cake. There is so much to know!! Most brides, grooms, and their families don't know how many options they have. During a consultation, I will help you with all the details. If you review this information, you will have a great heads up on all of the cake details to make it that much easier! After making many cakes, I have met a lot of people in the wedding industry around Louisville, KY. I included some of names and phone numbers to make your planning easier. |
| Flowers: Freida's Fancy Florist: 502-245-3174 Sharon's Florist and Dress Alterations 502-493-7255 Dresses: Bridal Warehouse 502-499-7911 Reception Locations: St. Matthew's Community Center: 502-599-5900 German American Club: 502-451-3100 Elmo's On Main: 502-568-9133 VFW Post #5421: 502-448-5421 The Olmstead: 502-899-7670 Farmington (Where I got married!! Beautiful location and well priced!): 502-452-9920 Whitehall: 502-897-2944 Kye's (Indiana): 812-285-8500 Lake Forest Country Club: 502-253-9352 Glassworks: 502-584-4510 Masterson's 502-636-2511 |
| Being asked to serve at a wedding reception is an honor and often is because of a close relationship with the bride/groom. Accepting to be part of a wedding is the easy part, the more difficult part is knowing how to handle their cake. Although I always leave instructions with the cakes I deliver, here is a guide for you below to hopefully help ease your nerves and enjoy the special day of your family and friends. |
| Wedding Cake Cutting Guide (taken from www.wilton.com) This guide shows how to cut popular shaped wedding tiers into pieces approximately 1 in. x 2 in. by two layers high (about 4 in.). Even if a larger serving size is desired, the order of cutting is still the same. The first step in cutting is to remove the top tier, and then begin the cutting with the 2nd tier followed by the 3rd, 4th and so on. The top tier is usually saved for the first anniversary, so it is not calculated into the serving amount. Round Tiers: Move in two inches from the tier's outer edge; cut a circle and then slice 1 in. pieces within the circle. Now move in another 2 in., cut another circle, slice 1 in. pieces and so on until the tier is completely cut. The center core of each tier and the small top tier can be cut into 3rds, 4ths, and 6ths, depending on size. Square Tiers: Move in 2 in. from the outer edge and cut across. Then slice 1 in. pieces of cake. Now move in another 2 in. and slice again until the entire tier is cut. Petal Tiers: Cut similar to round tiers as diagram shows. Oval Tiers: Move in 2 in. from the outer edge and cut across. Then slice 1 in. pieces of cake. Now move in another 2 in. and slice again until the entire tier is cut. Hexagon Tiers: Move in 2 in. from the outer edge and cut across. Then slice 1 in. pieces of cake. Now move in another 2 in. and slice again until the entire tier is cut. |
| Depending on the size and shape of your cakes, the amount the cake varies. Arrange a consultation to determine the size, shape, and quantity of cake you will have. I will help you make sure there is enough delicious wedding cake for everyone in attendance! If you would like a general guideline, the following web page from Wilton could be helpful Cake Sizes, Servings, And More Wilton is the manufacturer of my baking pans as well as some cake accessories and products. |
| Cakes: A Complete Checklist Taken from www.theknot.com Click here for a printer-friendly version If you've been drooling over mouthwatering pictures of couture cakes in books, magazines, and in [the knot.com's] cake gallery, you may be having sweet thoughts about your own wedding cake. Aside from your tables, the wedding cake is going to be a focal point of the reception so it's important to give it a lot of thought. Start meeting with bakers three to six months before the big day, and use this handy confection checklist (or should we say cheat sheet) to help you get inspired. THE STYLE When you think wedding cake, what comes to mind? Do you like what you see? Which word (or words) best describes the vision you'd like to create? [ ] Contemporary [ ] Dramatic [ ] Ornate [ ] Regal [ ] Round [ ] Simple [ ] Square [ ] Traditional [ ] Unique THE SHAPE AND STRUCTURE Given your cake's style, which shape will represent it best? (Your cake designer can help you decide.) [ ] Cupcakes [ ] Hexagonal [ ] Rectangular [ ] Round [ ] Petal [ ] Sheet cake [ ] Square [ ] Tiered, stacked Learn more about the various cake shapes before you decide on which is best for your wedding. THE USE Your decision here will help cake designers put your money to use in the most efficient manner. For instance, you may only want your multitiered confection for show, in which case, your cake baker may encourage you to cut your costs by agreeing to display a fondant covered, ornately decorated fake cake and serve slices from a massive sheet cake that's seen only by the cooks in the kitchen. [ ] For show [ ] Primary dessert [ ] Both FLAVORS AND FILLINGS Now is not the time to hold back. Go ahead -- indulge your wildest flavor fantasies. [ ] Berries and whipped cream [ ] Carrot [ ] Chocolate [ ] White Almond [ ] Lemon [ ] Liqueurs [ ] Mocha [ ] Mousse [ ] Banana [ ] Raspberry [ ] White chocolate Pistachio COLORS Stick with tradition or select shades that complement your wedding colors -- think bridesmaid dresses and the bridal bouquet: [ ] Baby Blue [ ] Green (pale) [ ] Lavender [ ] Peach [ ] Pink [ ] White [ ] Yellow [ ] Other____________________ THE DECORATIONS Details and embellishments, be they lavish or laid-back, will transform the landscape of your cake. [ ] Chocolate shavings [ ] Fresh flowers [ ] Gold or silver leaf [ ] Pearls [ ] Sugar blooms [ ] Toppers FAVORITE FLOWERS Real or sugar-spun, simple or sumptuous, you are no longer limited to pink rosebuds. Be imaginative. Here are our suggestions for flowers that make a great impression: [ ] Hydrangeas [ ] Lilies [ ] Orchids [ ] Ranunculuses [ ] Roses [ ] Stephanotis [ ] Tulips [ ] Violets CREATIVE CONCEPTS The cake should first and foremost taste great. But it should look fabulous, too. Here's a list of ways to consider decorating the cake, beyond the simple chocolate shavings: [ ] Sugar flowers: Don't underestimate how great sugar paste sugar flowers can accent a cake. [ ] Fresh fruit: Having a summer wedding? Consider trimming the tiers in ruby red cherries. Having a fall affair? How about dotting the cake with tiny apples, grapes, and pears for a twist on the traditional? [ ] Motifs: An innovative way to decorate a cake, we encourage brides and grooms to use their wedding motif on the cake, too. For example, a 20s-themed flapper affair might call for a cake decorated in fancy flapper-style feathers. [ ] Patterns: We're mad about all things plaid. But we also love the idea of adorning the cake in a pattern that mimics the wedding gown (think lace) or the bridesmaid dresses. [ ] Themes: If you've chosen a theme for your wedding, then those ideas should definitely be visible on the cake. Having a wedding with a French flair and centerpieces made of French tulips? Adorn your white wedding cake with French tulips to create a cohesive look. THE GROOM'S CAKE Having one? If so, apply the same thought process used above. [ ] Yes [ ] No NUMBER OF SLICES [ ] 0-50 [ ] 50-100 [ ] 100-150 [ ] 150-200 [ ] 200+ YOUR CAKE BUDGET Estimate the damage before you proceed further. Jot it down here: $____________ |
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