Sweet Treats

It's sort of funny that the wedding cake gets it's own post. Especially since YJDKIY barely even tasted it! :P

Photo by Shelton Wilder

A little background...I really don't love cake. Especially traditional yellow or chocolate plain ol' wedding cake. And icing doesn't fall too far behind.

Photo by K. Drew Sumrell

So, I wanted something with flavor, character if you will. And, since I also don't like frilly cakes with sugar-formed decoration and goofy fondant, the focus was on flavor. It's cake...something you eat, it shouldn't require fancy packaging just to get to the good stuff.

Photo by Shelton Wilder

Hallmark Cakes nailed it with a "wedding cake comprised of 6-inch and 12-inch torted single layers and a 10-inch double layer pumpkin spice cake filled with pumpkin spice cheesecake, all topped with vanilla mousseline buttercream."

Photo by K. Drew Sumrell

That one bite was heavenly (literally the only one)!

Photo by K. Drew Sumrell

The topper was a simple Robert Indiana-inspired LOVE sculpture replica, which was a theme for the wedding since that is where we got engaged (NYC not Philly!).

Photo by K. Drew Sumrell

The homemade look was complemented by a few flowers and a grapevine wreath to achieve rustic, simplicity and elegance. Since neither of us really got a taste, and it was all gobbled up, we've decided a remake is necessary for our 4th (fruit & flowers) or 6th (candy) anniversary (those are the closest traditional gifts!).

Photo by Denny Shortt

To make a long post even longer,  a sweet treat sweeter, and the night cheerier, I used a popular local pop. YJDKIY doesn't really drink soda, but there is nothing like a cold Cheerwine (made in our hometown) in a glass bottle.

Photo by Denny Shortt

These served as favors and Cheerwine was also a pinch hitter for our dainty and elegant toasting glasses, that were also a gift. Next time you stop by an old Southern country store, have some cheer!

Photo by Shelton Wilder