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WEDDING CAKE


Did you know there are special meanings behind the wedding cake tradition? We did our research and here is what we found!


Cutting the wedding cake: Originally, this was done by the bride alone, representing the loss of the bride’s virginity. Now done by the couple, it is their fi rst activity performed together.


Feeding each other a piece of cake: A sweet tradition that began as a commitment to provide for one another, an act of love & aff ection.


The Groom’s cake: A means of showcasing the Groom’s interests, hobbies or taste.


Saving the top tier: More commonly, this is done to celebrate the fi rst anniversary. Historically, it was also used to celebrate a christening (which was often occurring within the fi rst year)


Sleeping with cake under your pillow: These were pieces wrapped and given out as favours to single women, so they can dream about their future partner.


White wedding cake: White icing was the symbol of money and social importance (as the white refi ned sugar needed, was costly)


SYMBOLISM OF INGREDIENTS: Eggs: New Start Flour: Bind them together Fruit: Ripen & blossom together Sugar: Sweeten the relationship


Spices: The spice of life– all things Interesting Alcohol: The spirit and fun of life Nuts: Get through the diffi cult times


Marzipan: Almonds - represent fertility


Icing: “The icing on the cake” All good things in life


20 ❚ BLISSFUL & SAVVY 2020


TRADITIONS Let t em eat cake! 5


MONEY SAVING


TIPS


1. Have 1 small tier for cutting, and go with cupcakes for your guests


2. Ask your baker to price out foam cake tiers to replace some of the real ones


3. Have the person cutting your cake, cut smaller slices


4. Order a square cake. It’s easier to cut, allowing for smaller pieces, so you don’t need to order as much


5. Don’t order 1 piece per guest, especially if you’re having a large meal/dessert from your caterer


Use this handy guide when fi guring out how much cake you will need for your “sweet” guests!


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