Groom Cakes: What Are They and Should You Have One"
Have you ever attended a wedding and seen a smaller, whimsical cake sitting in the shadow of the traditional three-tiered variety you’ve come to expect" It was likely a groom’s cake. Never heard of it" Well, some people think you’re crazy if you have no clue what one of these is, while other people think you’re crazy if you do. Where exactly did this tradition come from and is it something you should consider having at your wedding" We’re here to help you find out.
What Are They"
First and foremost, the groom’s cake is primarily a tradition in the southern United States. If you aren’t from the South, you’ve probably never been served a groom’s cake at a wedding. I grew up in Texas where it was just plain weird if you didn’t have one. In fact, I made a beeline for that cake every time because it was usually chocolate on chocolate, giving me a nice break from boring vanilla wedding cake! The origin of the groom’s cake tradition is debated, with some saying it originated in the South, while others stating that it goes back to Victorian England. It is said that back in the 18th century, a main wedding cake took center stage and was surrounded by a groom’s cake and a separate bride’s cake. The smaller cakes were served to the wedding party during the reception while the guests dined on the main wedding cake. Those first cakes were probably all fruitcakes because flour and baking so...
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