May we present top tips from 8 of Toronto Toronto’s best cake designers on how to choose a wedding cake that is as unique as you are!<\/p>
Image Courtesy of Bobbette & Belle<\/span><\/p> “It certainly is\u00a0difficult trying to account for weather when choosing a cake, but as wedding season is mainly during the summer season, you need to work with someone who is willing to create the look you want no matter what. We recommend planning through the logistics of your event space then<\/em> choosing the cake! The ideal temperature is an air conditioned room but with\u00a0outdoor weddings as popular as ever, this isn’t always possible.<\/p> To avoid any disappointment, we always talk to\u00a0the\u00a0bride & groom\u00a0to find out more about the logistics of their\u00a0wedding day\u00a0– for example, this season we found a lot of couples interested in rustic buttercream style cakes but\u00a0these are very tricky when you have an outdoor event so if the cake is going to be sitting outside in the hot temperatures for a long time, this may not be the cake for you. You’ll want to\u00a0create a cake that will not only fulfill your vision, but also be practical too! Just remember, you can always create something beautiful whether it’s fondant OR buttercream!”<\/p> – Sara & Allyson, Bobbette & Belle<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p> Image Courtesy of Cakes by Zehra<\/span><\/p> “First, a couple should do a fair bit of research in terms of what cake design best suits\u00a0their\u00a0overall theme. Once that is established, it becomes a lot easier to explain\u00a0their vision to a cake designer.<\/p> Next comes the\u00a0search\u00a0for the right designer. I\u00a0always\u00a0tell my couples to make a list of 5-6 cakes designers of their\u00a0choice\u00a0based on the cake designers real wedding work. Then,\u00a0the couple should visit the premises of these top choices for a cake tasting and to better understand the cake designer’s\u00a0brand\u00a0philosophy.\u00a0Believe\u00a0it or not, the right\u00a0personality and perfect chemistry does matter when it comes to dealing with all wedding industry\u00a0professionals\u00a0as you will be trusting them with one of\u00a0the most important days of your life.<\/p> When it comes to a cake flavours and taste, nothing beats freshness – it is one of THE\u00a0most critical elements that will determine how the cake will taste on the day of your wedding. \u00a0Some\u00a0establishments\u00a0bake their cakes way\u00a0ahead\u00a0of time and\u00a0freeze\u00a0it for a few days before assembling it on the wedding day\u00a0– this process\u00a0can cause the cake to react to the changing temperatures and oftentimes\u00a0can make\u00a0the cake look a bit tired. \u00a0To avoid any surprises on the wedding day, it’s vital for couples to\u00a0ask a cake designer about their cake making process and make sure the cake will be baked as close to the wedding day as possible.”<\/p> – Zehra Khan, Fine Cakes By Zehra<\/a><\/p> Image Courtesy of Nadia & Co.<\/span><\/p> \u201cPricing is one of the biggest elements for both the cake artist and the client but it’s difficult to come up with a general price for a wedding cake since it can vary so much based on location of the wedding, the\u00a0experience of the cake artist, the size of the wedding cake and the amount of detail on the cake being requested! But to break it down\u00a0for those couples still on the hunt for a wedding cake,\u00a0I would say\u00a0the three key elements are:<\/p> Photo courtesy of Patricia’s Cake Creations<\/span><\/p> “Wedding cakes are a centrepiece of a wedding.\u00a0 I always suggest having the cake match the d\u00e9cor of the venue instead of just matching the bridesmaid dresses.\u00a0 Think about what the flowers look like, the linens, back drop and even the venue space itself.\u00a0 You want everything to be cohesive.\u00a0 If you are using roses and hydrangeas on all the centrepieces don\u2019t use orchids on your wedding cake just because your bouquet is orchids.”\u00a0– Patricia, Patricia's Cake Creations<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p> “I remember going to a wedding 30 years ago and seeing a groom\u2019s cake for the first time in the shape of a pool table. I thought it was so much fun and so thoughtful of the bride. Nowadays couples are putting their attention to late night waffle bars, poutine bars etc. which is usually the time that a groom\u2019s cake is served. \u00a0As time and trends change, however, so do traditions – the majority of my clients are now serving their wedding cakes at the time the \u00a0snack stations come out so it may not be necessary to have a groom’s cake. Ultimately, there is no right or wrong – \u00a0it’s all about what you, as a couple, prefer.”\u00a0– Nicola, A Cake Story<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p> Photo by\u00a0Tharshan Gnanendran Photography<\/span><\/p> “With the increasing popularity of dessert tables, one of the first questions I normally ask\u00a0is ‘Is your wedding cake being plated as your main dessert, or will you have a dessert table with a variety of different cakes\/pastries?’ \u00a0<\/i>From there, I understand whether a couple\u00a0will need enough cake to feed all their guests, or just a percentage. If your wedding cake is not the main dessert, I recommend having enough to feed 60% of your guests. Since they will have a variety of other options for dessert, it won’t be necessary to have enough cake for everyone. That’s not to say, however, that the wedding cake shouldn’t be the\u00a0showstopping centerpiece – even if the wedding cake won’t be feeding all the guests, wedding cake designers can use dummy tiers\u00a0to ensure that the cake looks as though it is a full size cake.” – Esther, The Frosted Cake Boutique<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p> Should the weather and time of year be a factor in choosing a wedding cake?<\/b><\/h4>
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What steps can a couple take to help their wedding cake designer bring about their vision?<\/strong><\/h4>
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What are some big trends this season when it comes to wedding cakes?<\/b><\/h4>
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What key elements are cake prices based on?<\/b><\/h4>
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How can a couple\u00a0compliment\u00a0their wedding cake to\u00a0their\u00a0decor?<\/strong><\/h4>
Should a wedding have a groom\u2019s cake?<\/b><\/h4>
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How do a bride and groom ensure that their cake is the appropriate size?<\/b><\/h4>