Let Them Eat Cake!

Expert advice on artisanal cakes for that first taste of wedded sweetness.

- Rheanna Mathews

Launching your ship into marital waters is always a cause for celebration, with friends and family teeming around you to bestow their blessings and good wishes. But no wedding celebration is ever complete without a touch of the sweet. And arguably, nothing about wedding planning is as enjoyable as choosing a wedding cake. Cakes are a ubiquitous part of wedding celebrations and the sheer variety available implies that each chosen cake can be unique. However, the vast selection available also means that certain criteria should be kept in mind while choosing the cake. Rumana Jaseel, self-taught pâtissière, Kochi resident, and owner of Incredible Art – Artisan Cake Boutique, speaks to us regarding the dos and don’ts of choosing the most important cake of your life.

What should a couple keep in mind while choosing the flavours of their wedding cake?