Wedding Cake Service
Should I ask my baker how my wedding cake should be served?
Some wedding cakes are designed to be served in a certain way. Square cakes are easier to serve because it's a straight cut through down the line. Round cakes take a little bit more time and direction to cut. They're not cut like pies typically, like you would a regular cake. They're more cut into squares when you cut through the middle.
Who should receive the first piece of my wedding cake?
Traditionally, the first cut of the wedding cake is served to the bride and groom. This symbolizes their first act together as husband and wife.
Where should I cut the first piece of my wedding cake?
The first cut of the wedding cake technically should be cut on the bottom tier or the bottom layer. Other brides and grooms have cut the middle layer and they have the cake literally fall on top of them.
Who is served wedding cake after the bride and groom are served?
After the bride and groom are served their wedding cake, traditionally it is the bride's parents that are served next. After that, it would be the groom's parents.
What should I equip the cake table with at my wedding?
The wedding cake table should be equipped with a knife to cut the cake with and a server to serve the cake. Typically, there are some plates to place the first cut piece of cake on to serve the bride and groom.
Do most wedding cakes require a special stand?
Most wedding cakes don't require a special stand. Most brides prefer having the cake placed straight onto the cake table. Other brides have put the cake on top of a mirror to reflect the design of the cake. Other brides have placed it on silver stands to elevate the height of the wedding cake.
What are the easiest wedding cakes to cut?
Rectangular or square wedding cakes are the easiest to cut because it's a straight forward cut piece, three inches by two inches. With an oval or round cake, you will have those edges where the cake seems to be shorter than most of the other served pieces.
Should my wedding cake be displayed on its own table?
Typically a wedding cake is placed on its own table, like the center piece of your reception hall. The cake reflects the bride and groom's taste, so it should be showcased.
What is a wedding cake 'cutting fee'?
A wedding cake cutting fee is a fee charged by the caterer or the event staff to cut and serve the cake. Because your cake is either stacked or tiered, it needs to be taken apart and cut in the back. A venue will usually charge for a cutting fee.
How can I package my groom's cake for my guests to take home with them?
The groom's cake can be packaged into personalized boxes. It is cut into small pieces and placed into the boxes for the guests to take home. It is sort of like favors, for the guests who come to your wedding.
What are 'toasting glasses' in the wedding cake cutting ceremony?
Toasting glasses at a wedding cake ceremony are typically champagne glasses. Once the cake has been cut by the bride and groom, they toast to each other with a glass of champagne, wrapping their arms around each other and then taking a sip of the champagne or the wine.