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a guide to the groom's cake should you have a second wedding cake

When it comes to wedding planning, the bride’s tastes and opinions are usually favored in the decision-making process. The groom generally allows the bride to take charge and make final decisions as far as the color palette, theme, and floral arrangements. This does not diminish the importance or consideration of the groom’s pre... More »

Your Guide to Saving the Top Tier of Your Wedding Cake

Will you keep it for your first anniversary?

How to preserve the top layer of your wedding cake wedding cake tips and tricks anniversary

Eating the top tier of your wedding cake on your first anniversary is an old and classic tradition. But is it safe? Will the dessert even still taste good? Well, that depends. As with many things involving food preservation, it depends on doing everything properly. The easiest route is to have your baker or caterer take care of this for you, but... More »

Celebrate Wedding Season Tonight with Celebrity Cake Shows

Watch newlyweds Drew Scott & Linda Pham, as well as Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir, on Food Network.

Learn more about Wedding Cake Championship and Wedding Cake Countdown with Drew Scott and Linda Phan

Now that summer is here, it's officially wedding season across most of the country! As the days have gotten longer and the weather warmer, you have likely attended some celebrations already or are gearing up for the nuptials of your friends and family in the coming weeks. Whether you're planning your celebration or you just l... More »

Cakes Ideas for 10 of the Most Popular Wedding Styles

From classic to bohemian, be inspired by these confections from real weddings.

Wedding cakes for every type of celebration wedding theme styles

The theme or style of your wedding will dictate many of your planning choices, such as the color scheme, types of flowers used, tablescape designs, and even your wedding cake. While it's not a requirement that your confection showcase the same look as the rest of your celebration, many couples select a cake design that complements the feel ... More »

It's National Donut Day! 14 Ways to Serve Donuts at Your Wedding

See one of the biggest trends for dessert at your reception!

Be inspired by ways to serve donuts at your wedding to celebrate National Donut Day!

Happy National Donut Day! Just a few years ago, donuts wouldn’t be considered wedding related in the slightest. Now, however, they are a popular treat at receptions – whether for the main dessert, favors, or for a fun late-night snack. Though largely viewed as a simple confection, there are a variety of ways donuts can be o... More »

Pros + Cons of Fondant & Buttercream Wedding Cakes

Discover which type of frosting is best for your wedding-day dessert.

Pros and cons of fondant versus buttercream wedding cake frosting ideas

When it comes to your wedding-day confection, you likely have some favorites in mind – or alternatively, considered intermingling some new, trending flavors. As you continue your search for cake designers and schedule tastings with these bakers, you’ll need to determine what type of frosting you want on the outside. Although "na... More »

When Should You Cut the Wedding Cake?

It's an important part of your reception timeline.

Photo by Milanés Photography; Floral Design by Akeem Clayton Designs When having the classic big wedding with a full reception following the ceremony, there can be quite a bit to schedule: dinner, toasts, first dance, parent dances, bouquet toss, garter toss, and more! One aspect of the evening that can be tough to figure out is the c... More »

Do You Have to Have a Wedding Cake?

Not everyone enjoys the delicious tradition.

Why some couples skip the wedding cake at their reception

Photo by Bryan N. Miller Photography; Planning & Design by EverAfter Events For someone with a sweet tooth, the best part of a wedding is the cake. It is also often a focal point of the reception, with plenty of towering confections featuring truly stunning designs. However, a number of couples decide to avoid the tradition altoge... More »

How to Pick What Kind of Wedding Cake to Have

The design matters almost as much as the flavors!

One of the most classic parts of a wedding is the cake. Even before receptions became the huge parties with sit-down dinners that many couples have today, the confections were still a factor. After all, a more low-key gathering is often called a “cake and punch” reception. Nowadays some pairs feel like the traditional dessert is unne... More »

Should You Serve Macarons at Your Wedding?

Things to consider if you want to offer these popular French pastries at your wedding.

Tips for serving macaron desserts at your wedding

Whether the traditional tiered cake is not your forte or you’re simply organizing a separate dessert station, macarons make for a sweet addition. As you plan the reception, you should first ensure that your wedding planner and/or food vendor(s) know that you want macarons and not macaroons – as they are very commonly confused by... More »

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Should You Have a Groom’s Cake at Your Wedding?

How to decide if an extra confection is the right choice.