Today, I am focusing on all those yummy, and don’t forget, beautiful Wedding cakes that I have tasted over the years.

I have taste tested so many wonderful cakes at Weddings over the years and I thought I’d share some ideas and suggestions with you when planning your Wedding and trying too find the most perfect cake. And wait a minute, not just trying to find the perfect cake, but trying to find the mot beautiful and season conscious cakes as well.

First, the yummy part. Cakes are very important at Weddings. People are always so excited for the cake part. Making sure that is taste yummy is equally important, as making sure that it look beautiful. Suggestions go out there, around the city and towns that you live and taste test! Its fun and is most certainly a must. Every baker has his or hers own way and style of baking. Some bakers I’ve noticed tastes a little more salty than others, etc. So taste testing is truly your best option! Not to mention, it’s a blast!!

Another important part of taste testing is that you make sure you get a variety of options. Now, just because you are a chocolate lover and want chocolate cake, with chocolate frosting drizzled in fudge, doesn’t mean everyone loves that too. What I’ve have seen done most at Weddings is the Bride and Groom will make the cake that they cut, just the way they like it, and then on the other tiers, make different flavors like vanilla, lemon, raspberry, strawberry, etc. So make sure that you have a few options, as everyone’s tastes are different.

Another suggestion, add a little funk to your cake! Instead of just having a cake with frosting, have your Baker put something in the middle. Isn’t it just the best when you are eating a doughnut and you bite into it only to discover that its jelly or pudding filled! Jack pot!! That’s the best. So do that with your cake. My most favorite cake I’ve ever had at a Wedding was of course, at my own Wedding. And the guests loved this cake. It was Vanilla cake, but in the center was sugared cream cheese and fresh strawberries. It was to die for! Yummy! And the guests were very pleasantly surprised.

Now to beautifying your cake! This part is very important as well. Photographs and Videos will be taken of this cake and of you and your new spouse cutting the cake and feeding it to each other. Just as you are picture perfect that day, so must your cake be also! Make sure that the colors on your cake coordinate with the colors of your Wedding and please make sure that nothing clashes!

Lastly, flowers. I know your thinking, “Wait! Flowers? Aren’t we talking about Wedding cakes?” Yes, we are. However, fresh flowers are a “must have” on your Wedding cake!! Cake make sure, in an organized way, you put fresh flowers, preferably flowers that match your bouquet. And did you know? There are suck things as eatable flowers?? Yes, its true! Eatable orchids are the yummiest, get the purple ones!

All in all, make sure your Wedding cake is yummy, beautiful and coordinates perfectly. Also, don’t forget to be weather conscious! Chocolate cakes with vanilla ice cream are good for winter, and lighter vanilla types cakes with sorbets are better for the Springs/Summers. Even an Ice Cream cake would be cool and really original!

Whatever you decide, make it wonderful!!

Author: Juhlin Youlein

Tags: Wedding Cake, wedding food, wedding stuff

“With this ring I thee wed…”
“I give this ring as a symbol of my Love and devotion”

Most of us dream about marriage from the day we can say, “I love you”. Then when that day finally arrives, the first decisions you will make together is choosing that special and original wedding band, a symbol of your love and commitment. That wedding band says your love will last a lifetime.

First, and most important, in choosing a wedding band, is to choose a wedding band design that you love. Next is to use a jeweler that uses high quality precious metals, and gemstones “But what metal should you choose or which gemstone is the best quality?” This article will show you what to look for in a quality ring, and a quality jewelry website.

Finding a ring and jeweler that fit the above criteria is a little more difficult than it might at first seem. Platinum is made with different types and amounts of alloys. Many websites use gold plate in place of solid gold, or 14k solid gold rather than 18k solid gold. Diamonds come in different colors, cut, clarity, and carat. The established jeweler will have superior sources for precious metals and gemstones. They will also have a lot more experience in all aspects of the jewelry business, including customer service.
The metals:
Most religious marital ceremonies accept wedding bands made of any metal to symbolize your vows. Titanium has become the prudent choice due it’s superior strength, and look. Additionally titanium is beautiful with inlays of gold, platinum, and adorned with diamonds.

Titanium is a very strong lightweight metal. You will hear different opinions on one alloy opposed to another, but they are irrelevant to the strength of a titanium wedding band. Any titanium-alloyed band is well beyond the strength needed for making unbelievably durable wedding bands.

If you desire quality gold jewelry – gold plating, electroplating, or gold overlays should not be considered. These methods have only a thin layer of gold over other metals, the thin layer eventually wears off. Pure Gold is 24K, and because of its softness, it is usually alloyed with base metals like copper, silver, zinc and/or cobalt, to harden thus maximize its use for fine jewelry. Most of the jewelry stores in the US use 14K gold. “What does that mean?” well 14K gold is made of 58.3% 24k gold and 41.7% alloys. For high quality with a deeper color and luster, 18K gold should be used. 18k gold is 75% 24k gold and 25% alloys.

Platinum is a soft metal and must have alloys added to it in order to maximize its use for fine jewelry. Unlike gold it must be 95% pure to still be called platinum. The best alloys for platinum are 3% cobalt, and 2% palladium. Platinum’s natural white luster is unaffected by time. Alloyed properly, platinum has a density and resistance to wear that makes it the most secure, protective metal for setting Diamonds.

The gemstone:
“A girl’s best friend” – diamonds – their very mention makes the heart skip a beat. The word ‘diamond’ comes from the Greek word ‘adamas’ meaning unconquerable, suggesting the eternity of love. It is the most exotic gemstone used for wedding bands. This timeless beautiful gemstone comes in many different varieties. The four areas of importance are Color, Cut, Clarity, and Carat. The most important of these by far is the cut. If you get an ’Excellent Cut’ diamond, with Vs1 – Vs2, G – H in color you will have a stunning diamond that will last a lifetime.

Now that you have the knowledge of the qualities to look for when selecting your wedding band, it’s time to find a quality website. Planning a wedding is usually stressful, shopping via the internet makes it a lot easier. You’ll save time and won’t have to deal with things like the weather, traffic, or pushy salesmen. A quality wedding band website can give you a selection that few mall jewelers can provide.

The appearance of a website is the first thing to look at. Does it look professional? Your first impression is a good guide on his one. Next, ensure that the website doesn’t just buy-and-sell wedding bands; make sure the bands are designed and made by the websites jeweler. This is important, if an adjustment or modification is required, a jeweler is equipped to address these needs.

Make sure the jewelry website offers secure payment methods. A website That accepts credit cards must be approved by the issuing credit card company. PayPal is the leader in online secure payments, but make sure that the website has “secure socket layers”. That means that when you get to the “Check Out” (when payment is made with your credit or debit card) that there is a little picture of a locked-lock in the bottom right hand corner.

A wedding band is the most important piece of jewelry you will ever purchase, so take your time, and research your options.

Have fun choosing your wedding bands, it is a life changing experience! Congratulations!

Author: Michiel Van Kets

Tags: wedding band, wedding ring, wedding stuff

Limousines are famous for their elegance and luxury and because of that people associate them with quality and experience.

There are many limousine rental companies out there that offer different services and to find the best limo rental car and service can be the difficult task especially if you do not know much about limos. If you want to get most of the limo rental service for your prom night there are some things that you have to look for.

If you plan to rent a limo for your prom you have to decide how many people you will ride with it. One good feature that the limo service offers is the different types and models of the limo cars. If you want to bring your friends with you then you have to choose the limo car that is with many seats.

The limo can pick you up from any house or from anywhere that you prefer. This is the best time to plan the best efficient route in order to spend enough time in picking up your friends. Thus you can also impress your date.

Limos also offer to the clients many different add-ons. Some of them offer dance floors, televisions, fog machines and a full bar. This will make the ride much more fun. You will have to spend some money if you want to enjoy that.

If some friends share a prom limo this is a good way to save money. If you share the limo with others you can split the cost. Limo sharing can be good for your parents as well. When you gather some friends you may want to talk to your parents to determine which limousine hire service you are going to use. The group has also to make a decision. Most limousine companies offer a wide range of prom packages and help everyone who is on a budget.

When you decide which limo hire company then ask them if they are available on the date of the event. You should not allow them to change your mind. You have to keep to the decision of the group. You also have to ask what the exact minimum rental time is. Some companies charge an extra fee for going beyond the time. Other important things are the company’s cancellation policy, deposit policy and special prom packages. You also have to understand if it is possible to leave the vehicle before leaving deposit and if the vehicles and drivers are licensed and insured.

Tags: limousine, wedding car, wedding stuff