If you're like me and hate seeing good food go to waste, you'll want to make sure your wedding cake doesn't end up forgotten or uneaten. After all, a lot of thought and money goes into selecting your perfect cake.
So, how do you make sure your guests get to enjoy it?
Could you serve the Cake as an Extra Course After Dessert?
If you're cutting the cake earlier in the day, consider adding it as an additional course after your dessert. Many venues can arrange for tea and coffee, with cake, to be served at the tables during the speeches.
This is an ideal way to ensure that your cake is enjoyed as everyone is still seated.
Offer a Variety of Flavours
Adding variety to your cake can make it more appealing to more guests.
Choose sponge flavours that are different from the dessert you’re serving earlier. For instance, if your dessert is a rich chocolate tart, a lighter lemon or vanilla sponge cake can provide a pleasant contrast.
Having a variety of options appeals to a wider range of people's tastes.
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Don't Over-Cater
It's tempting to go big when ordering your wedding cake, but keep in mind that not everyone will eat it. Some guests may be too full, some may not like cake, and others may miss it if it's not served directly to them.
Work with your cake maker to estimate realistic portions based on your guest count and how and when you plan to serve the cake.
Make the Cake Visible in the Evening
Presentation is everything!
Once the cake is cut, make sure it's prominently displayed during the evening. Have the cake placed in a high-traffic area where guests will see it as they mingle or pass by.
Out of sight often means out of mind.
Avoid Competing Sweet treats in the evening
While sweet carts and doughnut walls may seem like fun additions to your wedding, they often end up competing with your cake. If you want your guests to enjoy the cake, it's best to minimise other sugary options during the evening.
By making the cake the star of the show, you increase the likelihood it will be enjoyed.
The End of Takeaway Cake Boxes
Gone are the days when guests were given tiny cake boxes containing a slice to take home. People are more likely to enjoy the cake at your wedding if it is accessible on the day.
Only the dedicated cake lovers will go searching for the cake. Guests are less likely to seek it out if it's tucked away in a corner.
Keep it visible and accessible to maximise enjoyment.
Save a Slice for Yourselves
Amid the excitement of the day, you might forget to eat any cake at all.
Ask your venue or catering team to save you both a slice of each flavour. This way, you won't miss out on tasting your carefully chosen creation, and you'll have something to enjoy later.
Final thoughts
Your wedding cake deserves to be seen and enjoyed. By keeping it visible and avoiding too much competition from other sweet treats, you can ensure it takes centre stage at your reception.
And remember, a little planning goes a long way to ensure your beautiful cake is more than just a photo op.
Let your cake shine and savour every bite. After all, this is your special day, make it as sweet as it can be.
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