HOT TOPIC This issue we asked the experts how to inject your wedding days with the spirit of spring Getty Images SPRINGTIME SPECIAL THE SEASON’S FINEST Tamsin Hewer from The Wild Picnic Company (https://wildpicnics.co.uk) says: With so much amazing, fresh produce available, spring nuptials provide the opportunity to create an imaginative, seasonal wedding menu. Rather than a heavier three-course meal, consider lighter sharing picnic-style food displayed on boards and platters, which is a perfect way to celebrate the best of seasonal British produce. Fresh and light spring dishes such as delicate asparagus tarts, new potatoes with mint and a host of salads including watercress, broad beans, radishes, and pea shoots are a great way to use seasonal ingredients. As the weather isn’t yet too hot, salmon is always popular at this time of year, whether it’s a bite-sized canapé, a hot smoked salmon salad or smoked salmon pâte. Beautiful desserts made with British rhubarb and strawberries are a fantastic way to finish, whether it’s a light rhubarb tart or simply strawberries and clotted cream. Choosing the right food and drink options to celebrate the season is essential to pulling together your vision for your dream wedding day. With a whole host of options available and flowers beginning to bloom, there’s plenty to choose from for the ideal spring wedding table. BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL Kerry Hemms from Angel’s Kitchen (www.angelskitchen.co.uk) in Cheddar says: Spring is such a beautiful time of year to get married as there’s so much new life and promise of great things to come. So, it’s the time you can really have some fun and add some fabulous colour pops to your day! There’s no rule to say your cake must be white for example. Why not go all out with a gorgeous bake, painted with the bluest of skies and adorned with bright sugar flowers for a vibrant and beautiful bake that reflects your day? Or how about a rustic buttercream or white chocolate ganache covered cake decorated with the most delicate of pressed flowers and herbs? This theme is also so easy to incorporate into other areas of your day, such as in the favours and invitations. Speak to your cake designer and see what ideas they have for you... we all love a chance to break away from tradition every now and again! 61 EXPERT ADVICE
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