The new trends in wedding cakes really, er, take the cake. Sweet styles Iris Segal of Iris Segal Cakes says bling is big, sometimes in glittering sugar crystals, shimmering pearl dust or jewellery to pump up the wow factor. Bobbette and Belle also like gradient colour on the … [Read more...] about New wedding cake trends
Planning a reception meal for a large group seems daunting, but couples pull it off – successfully – everyday. We talked to a few wedding planners and caterers about the major considerations. Know your budget How much money you want to spend dictates the choice of food. … [Read more...] about The basics: Choosing food for your wedding
Getting through the day without tripping over your dress is great, but providing good food at your reception can be a challenge. Keep your guests well fed with these 2012 wedding food trends. Comfort nosh Set up a comfort food buffet late in the evening. Guests will have … [Read more...] about Wedding food trends of 2012
Canada’s cities diversify and so do marriages. The result is blended cultures and this is most evident in blended menus. Don’t be intimidated by the idea of blending contrasting cuisines. It can be done and the result will surprise and please your guests. Fusion … [Read more...] about Serving ethnic food at your wedding
Whether you are looking for a simple, traditional cake or a more elaborate, over-the-top confection to celebrate your wedding day, current trends influence the choice you make. Make way for buttercream Fondant is going out the door and buttercream is taking its place. Not … [Read more...] about Cake trends of 2012
You’ll give lots of thought to your wedding menu. All couples do. They pour over all the possibilities for the cocktail party. They worry about having entrée options for those with special dietary needs. Some send options along with the wedding invitation (on the … [Read more...] about 6 service options to please your guests
Use your imagination as you consider colour, design, flavour, filling, icing and shape of your wedding cake – or cakes! Type of frosting Choose between a fondant or buttercream icing. Fondant is thin, hard, rolled out with a rolling pin and draped over the cake, giving a … [Read more...] about Considerations for picking your wedding cake
There is more than the traditional wedding cake. Now there are a wide variety of options: edible accessories, bold colours and pretty cupcakes. … [Read more...] about Cakewalk – different, daring, delicious
A reception menu is a challenge because the tastes of varying age groups and eating habits of your guests will vary from the sophisticated to the down-home. This is one of the benefits of having a buffet, which can showcase avariety of foods. The downside of the buffet is … [Read more...] about Your reception menu
Choosing a menu tops the list when planning a terrific reception. Widen the possibilities from the standard roast beef and chicken (even though these are popular standards and may end up being your final choice). You may want to look at interesting ethnic menus, either because … [Read more...] about Roast beef or chicken?
