LOCAL BAKERIES Top 5 Things to Know 1. Plan 1.5 servings of cake for each guest. If you're having a dessert bar, order less cake. 2. Fondant is a type of icing that is per- fectforcreatingsculpturesandadornments, and is often draped over the cake for a smooth finish. However, its clay-like consistency doesn’t agree with every couple’s taste. 3. Traditionally, the top tier of your wed- ding cake is kept frozen and eaten as a celebration on your first anniversary. Some cake shops may provide a box or wrapping for the top tier, so be sure to ask if this is included or an extra cost. 4. You should start researching bakers in your area 8 months before your wedding and try to place the order about 3 months away. 5. Most bakeries will be willing to host a taste test for you and your fiancé, though some may charge a fee or limit the number of flavor samples. Cake Cost Range: $1.50 per slice to $10+ per slice Colozza's Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 135 Nothing Bundt Cakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 129 Rito's Italian Bakery & Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 122 Let's eat cake! Cake Ink Find more local vendors at TodaysBride.com 120 | TODAY'S BRIDE 3-8 MONTHS UNTIL "I DO" CAKES