{"id":50343,"date":"2018-02-27T04:35:16","date_gmt":"2018-02-27T04:35:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/?p=50343"},"modified":"2020-08-18T12:00:53","modified_gmt":"2020-08-18T19:00:53","slug":"6-delicious-tips-for-wedding-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/6-delicious-tips-for-wedding-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Delicious Tips for Deciding on a Wedding Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A tall, multi-layered cake with a topper representing the happy couple\u2014it’s one of those iconic images that springs to people\u2019s minds when they think of weddings. If you set out looking for a wedding cake without knowing much about them beforehand, however, the prices you find may seem shockingly high. If you really want one, it can totally be worth it. But a wedding cake is not a wedding necessity. There are plenty of other options for providing your guests with dessert. If you\u2019re still trying to decide whether or not a wedding cake is for you, check out these six wedding dessert tips!<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Realize that wedding cakes take a lot of time and skill to make.<\/h2>\n

The price that you pay will reflect the time and effort that goes into making the cake. You should shop around to see if you can get a good deal, but realize that it may still cost quite a bit more than you originally thought.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Know that simple designs are cheaper.<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t have to go with an intricately decorated cake with mango filling. A simple design can be just as delicious and save you a lot of money.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Schedule a tasting.<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re paying for a cake, you should be able to eat it. If you\u2019re going to spend the money on a big wedding cake, make sure to talk with the baker about scheduling a tasting. You should vet a baker just like you would other vendors. If the baker doesn\u2019t offer a tasting, that may be a sign to look elsewhere. <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Book well ahead of time.<\/h2>\n

Since wedding cakes take a lot of work to make, you shouldn\u2019t try to order one at the last minute. If you find a baker that you like and trust, you should book earlier rather than later. You can work with the baker on the details of your cake in the months leading up to the wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Ask your caterer or venue coordinator if there is a slicing fee<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re getting your cake from an outside bakery, your venue or catering service may charge you a \u201cslicing fee\u201d to have their staff cut and serve the cake. This is something you may not be able to avoid, but it\u2019s always good to know ahead of time!<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Consider wedding cake alternatives.<\/h2>\n

A traditional wedding cake is not the be-all and end-all of wedding desserts. You can find perfectly delicious cakes at supermarkets. And you don\u2019t have to limit your dessert options, either. You can have all kinds of delicious desserts<\/a> instead of or in addition to a cake!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Get Started – Change Your Wedding Site Font<\/span><\/h2>\n

A wedding cake is only one of a multitude of ways you can convey the style you want for your wedding. Your <\/span>Joy wedding site<\/span><\/a> provides tons of ways to add your own style to your pages. Joy even allows you to choose the font that your wedding site uses, with lots of great options to choose from.<\/span>
To change your site\u2019s font:<\/span><\/p>\n