Also, the square off-set cake, the sculpted cakes (like those in the shape of flower petals), and the table cakes (which take the place of traditional flower centerpieces at each reception table). Tasting: Choose recommended bakeries, then set up an interview and tasting with the pastry chef. Traditionally, wedding cakes come in two types: white or yellow. The difference here really isn't flavor, but color & composition - based on whether the batter contains egg whites (as in white cake) or egg yolks (yellow cake). Both cakes usually have a vanilla flavor, but you can request a variety of delectable flavors such as liqueur-based cakes, citrus flavors and even cappuccino. Today, the three most popular cake and icing combinations are: white cake and vanilla butter cream icing; chocolate devil's food cake and vanilla butter cream icing; and yellow butter cake and chocolate butter cream icing. Close the deal: A day or two of tastings and maybe some anti-acid later, and you can settle on the pastry chef, and your cake's flavor, decoration, and style. Now all you have left to do is iron out the details, sign the contract and make a deposit. |
