Choosing the right
wedding cake for your beach or seaside wedding takes a little more thought than a cake for an indoor location. When choosing the best location for the cake table, take these things into consideration:
- Will the cake be out of direct sunlight?
- Is sheltered from the wind?
- Will it be protected from bugs and birds?
Check out the various possibilities for wedding cakes before you make a final decision. Most bakeries and pastry chefs will offer samples of several kinds of wedding cakes. This is a good idea and time well spent because you can try many different wedding cakes to make sure you find exactly what you want. With flavors like Tiramisu, Fresh Strawberries n' Cream and Rich Chocolate Mud cake you may decide on multiple wedding cakes instead of just one.
Fondant icing is the best choice for a beach wedding cake as the fondant will hold its shape and with stand the warmer temperatures, fondant can be tinted and flavored anything your heart desires.
Decorate your beach wedding cake with the theme of your wedding, cake toppers include seashells, light houses, sand castles, use your imagination.
Can't decide on just one flavor? Having multiple types of wedding cakes is a great idea because people will be able to choose the kind of cake that appeals to them. Many Brides are offering a dessert buffet instead of a wedding cake, this is a great ideas that will allow guests to sample a few different desserts and encourages people to get up and mingle.
Talk to friends and family who have recently been married and ask them about their wedding cakes, especially if you were really impressed with their choice of bakery.
Always have a contract for your wedding cakes. Include the number and kinds of wedding cakes as well as the cost and delivery time. If possible always pay for your wedding cake with a credit card.
