Wedding Cakes Baltimore Has To Offer

By Linda Ruiz


Your big day is fast approaching and you still have one major item on your list. You want to see the wedding cakes Baltimore bakeries and cake specialists can come up with for your wedding day. Between the bride and groom, it may be a challenge to select the perfect creation for your reception.

The first thing to consider is your budget and the size of the pastry. When selecting the size of creation you may need, do not order for the entire count of your reception. Purchase a size that will accommodate two-thirds of your guests. Some of them will not eat the dessert that is offered while others may leave earlier for other engagements.

There are many, many styles to choose from. Some of those available are layers stacked one on top of the other. Others are one main creation with many smaller satellites surrounding them on the cake table. The layers can be round or square but round ones are the most common. They can be topped with figurines, wedding bells, fresh or artificial flowers or inverted brandy glasses with some type of decoration inside.

One of the biggest consideration when making your final decision is the flavor. The happy couple may have great difficulty coming to an agreement on this. One may want chocolate while the other may be dead set on a basic vanilla. Fortunately, there are compromises to offer. Layers can be alternated between chocolate and vanilla flavors or a swirled batter can be mixed to produce both chocolate and vanilla in the same slices. For even more interest, have both flavors available in cupcakes for small children in your party.

The perfect icing must also be chosen to complement the final masterpiece. There are so many that will go great with your selected cake flavors. Flavors such as a butter cream, seven-minute icing or a fondant will dramatically sweeten the final creation. Be sure to sample each one with the cake to get the full effect before making a final decision.

Fillings are also a choice that must be made. Some will select the icing as a filling while others may choose a fruit filling between the layers. Some common but scrumptious choices are lemon, strawberry, and raspberry. Many a bride will also option to have chocolate dipped strawberries around the base of her cake for an extra taste of sweetness.

Delivery arrangements are also very important. Specify that once the pastry is put in place that it not be moved for any reason as it may not hold up if it is moved. Assign specific individuals who understand the process to cut the cake. They need to know how to look at a crowd and estimate how many slices are needed and then cut accordingly. They must also know how to take the layers apart, save all the cake columns and other pieces, and store the top tier safely for the bride and groom's very first anniversary.

Selecting the creation of your dreams can be a challenge but it can be done with the help of professionals. Take the necessary time to find exactly what you want for your special day. Ask for samples of both the cake and the icing so you can choose what fits your personal preference and the style of your wedding and reception.




About the Author: