Your North West Wedding- August/September 2020 (Issue 63)

“If you’re having a themed wedding, why not incorporate it into the cake? It’s no longer expected that you have a fruit cake covered in white icing with coloured ribbon and flowers. If you’re having a woodland-theme, why not have your cake carved as tree trucks? It’s your day, if you see an idea you love, go with it!” – Whitney from The Black Rod Cake Company. “It’s your day so if you want something quirky, go for it! Just to be sure to choose a baker who makes those kinds of cakes. For my friend’s wedding, she wanted something that would represent her farmer groom-to-be, I suggested a tractor, and she loved it. It took months of planning, but everyone loved the end result.” – Lindsey from Lindsey Alexandra Cake Design. “Macrame is cool again, and there are plenty of ways for creative brides to include this boho detail in their 1970s inspired weddings. Surprisingly versatile it also offers a natural, romantic feel for those looking for something a bit unusual.” – James from Union Cakes. If cake isn’t your cup of tea, then there are some great alternatives available, such as a macaroon stack, this is ideal for those of you with a sweet tooth. www.cake sbyp.com and www.esmewhitesidephotography.co.uk www.jeffl anghorne.com and www.thefrostery.co.uk CONTACT OUR EXPERTS: Cakes by P, www.cakesbyp.com | T he Frostery, www.thefrostery.co.uk | T he Northern Cake Company, www.thenortherncakecompany.co.uk | T he Black Rod Cake Company , www.facebook.com/theblackrodcakecompany Union Cakes , www.unioncakes.uk | Lindsey Alexandra Cake Design , www.lindseyalexandra.co.uk “When it comes to flowers, I’m seeing large statement pieces becoming more popular.” – Paula from Cakes by P. “Creative cake makers will relish a design challenge, so don’t be afraid if your ideas are a little unconventional.” – Suzanne from The Frostery. QUIRKY www.face book.com/theblackrodcakecompany www.lind seyalexandra.co.uk www.then ortherncakecompany.co.uk www.sam sparksweddings.co.uk and www.unioncakes.uk CAKES 55