http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org Wedding Cakes Tue, 23 Oct 2007 17:31:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The design of the traditional wedding cake has varied greatly over time. Once a sign of fertility, the wedding cake of the Roman Empire was made of wheat or Barley. The small cake was then broken over the bride's head, celebrating her fertility. The design of the wedding cake changed and ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/08/19/wedding-cake-design-through-history/ When Saturday Night Live famously revived itself with the wonderful "Lazy Sunday" parody rap, they brought one of the biggest trends in baking to the mainstream: Cupcakes. The Magnolia Bakery, New York's go-to source for cupcakes of every description, has lines outside until close to midnight, and they limit purchases ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/08/01/cupcake-wedding-cakes-a-small-but-perfect-taste-of-matrimonial-pleasure/ Wedding cakes have a rich history as they have endured through many changes along the way to reach us as they are today. Ancient Romans, Greeks and Egyptians would crumble a handful of wedding cake over the bride or over the bride and her groom signifying fertility as well as ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/20/wedding-cakes-and-cake-toppers/ The key to building the decor of your wedding reception is found in choosing the right wedding cake design, and this is equally true for a fall wedding. The cake stands as the visual focal point of the reception hall. It is usually the largest single decoration for your reception ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/16/fall-wedding-cake-designs-a-study-in-opportunity/ Whether you make it yourself or buy it from your local supermarket, rolled fondant icing is the icing of choice choice for wedding cakes and for other "special occasion" cakes. Drying to a smooth matt porcelain finish, it is suitable for cakes of all shapes and provides the ideal base ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/13/fondant-cake-decorations-7-tips-for-that-perfect-wedding-cake/ Why do wedding cakes cost so much? They're made out of food, not gold. Do you suspect you're being gouged? Here is the quick and dirty on wedding cake prices. First off, know the lingo. Wedding cake prices are calculated by serving. Most cakes are priced from $1.50-$6.00 per person it ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/13/an-insider-report-how-to-decode-wedding-cake-prices/ You’ve gotten through most of the wedding plans; except for the wedding cake. So, what’s the big deal? It’s just a cake! Or is it? Choosing a wedding cake usually is fun, unless you and your budget are on opposite ends of the earth. So, first and foremost, you have to ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/13/let-them-eat-cake-wedding-cake-dos-and-donts/ Congratulations on making the brave decision to decorate your own wedding cake! By choosing this option, you can save a considerable amount of money and, better yet, cut your cake with pride on your wedding day. Cake decorating can be a specialist art, but with a few expert tips, you ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/13/wedding-cake-decorating-tips/ You may want to choose towels that match or compliment the bride’s wedding colors or even better to choose a color that will go well with the couple’s new bath. “Ingredients” for the towel cake 2 bath towels 3 hand towels 2 washcloths a cake board (cake stand pan or pizza pan) safety pins narrow ribbon, elastic ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/12/instructions-how-to-make-wedding-shower-towel-cake/ Not as important or as crucial as the bride’s wedding dress or the ideal place for the reception, careful attention should be given to wedding cake stands. The wedding cake always plays one of the most interesting and special parts of the wedding reception. The wedding cake should be placed ... http://weddingcakes.weddingblogger.org/2007/07/12/wedding-cake-stands-are-important/