The wedding cake is a tradition all by itself. Often, the focal centerpiece of the reception. As far back as weddings go, each generation has had its own way of creating exquisite, elaborate cakes to celebrate marriage.

Bakers are artists that can create a visual treat that is as elaborate or as traditionally simple as you choose. From a three-tiered white sponge cake, frosted in buttercream to a fondant-coated creation of ribbons and pearls the colors of the rainbow.

The cake top decoration is also an expression of your personal taste. Fresh flowers, hand-blown glass bride and grooms, wedding bells, the choice is yours. Your baker can help you by suggesting ideas that will draw together all of your wedding details to create a breathtaking cake.

When visiting with potential bakers, take time to look through their portfolios, and share photos and ideas of cake designs you have in mind. Sampling several cake flavors may be helpful. Selecting your baker and ordering your cake several months in advance is important.

Information about your wedding, date, location, time, number of guests need to be shared with the baker.