What do you put on a wedding cake table?
You can place the cake on a glass table and add flowers or candles, make a floral arch behind your cake, or accentuate it with lights. If you have multiple cakes, you can place them on a stand one above another, put them on branches of a big tree piece, or even hang one above another.
What size is a wedding cake table?
Cake Table. The size of your cake or featured dessert will help determine the size of your table. The 48” round table is a great place to start, but we’d be happy to provide guidance when you have details about the cake’s size from your bakery.
Where does the wedding cake go at the reception?
The wedding cake is usually displayed from the beginning of the reception, near the dance floor or where the bridal party sits, just make sure it’s in full sight of your guests so they can view and admire it.
How many does a 3 tier wedding cake serve?
Number of Servings In general, three tiers will serve 50 to 100 guests. So, if you’re having 150 or more, you’ll likely need four or more tiers.
How big is the bottom layer of a wedding cake?
10-inch
A typical 3-tiered sponge cake with a 10-inch bottom layer, 8-inch middle layer, and 6-inch top layer will serve around 72 guests. If you’re having closer to 150 guests, a cake with four tiers is closer to what you’ll need, and those tier sizes should be 14-inch, 12-inch, 10-inch and an 8-inch top tier.
How many items should be in a dessert table?
Pick just a few really special desserts, choose wisely on their placement and then round out the table with some that are much easier to prepare. A good rule of thumb is 1 or 2 really special items (which could be bought), 2-3 home made desserts and then 2-3 candy items which can be purchased.
Are cupcakes cheaper than wedding cake?
Choosing cupcakes, pies, or doughnuts for your wedding can be cheaper than getting a wedding cake. While the actual pricing will depend on your bakery, these items don’t require much decorating time, so you’ll be saving on labor for your wedding dessert.