It's the floating masterpiece that took the internet by storm! Haleema joins us to provide an insight into the inspiration and creation of her famous Castle in the Clouds cake.
]]>When it comes to choosing your wedding cake maker, it is essential to ask the right questions. In this post, we discuss the best (and worst!) questions to ask your wedding cake designer.
]]>In this edition we've risen to the occasion with a theme that centres around many of the on trend cake stands we have to offer. Whatever your design, there's a cake stand for you!
]]>As a brand that finds itself at the heart of so many weddings, we are extremely proud to celebrate all love and believe every individual should be free to express themselves and be their authentic self without fear or persecution.
In celebration of Pride, we wanted to share just a selection of stunning wedding photos of happy couples on their special day...and their fabulous cakes of course!
An atmospheric masterpiece that has us weak at the knees, everything about this photo sings joy and love. The design from Miss Havisham's Cakes compliments the setting perfectly while ensuring the newlyweds remain front and centre.
The pure joy and bold colours combine to make this a photo to cherish for years to come. Blossom Dream Cakes presents a design that truly showcases this gorgeous couples happy day!
The cake cutting is always a magical moment and this snapshot from Iris Street Bakery captures this moment perfectly for this beautiful couple as they celebrate their special day!
Offering an air of sophistication and glamour, the understated tones and outdoor location combine perfectly for this stunning couple, creating a photo that speaks a thousand words! Aimee Ford has created a wonderful cake design that compliments the moment perfectly.
Overflowing with joy and love, this cake-cutting moment showcases everything we love about wedding. A true celebration of love and happiness between these fabulous newlyweds, which Chell Bells Cakes has shared so vibrantly.
Bringing his exquisite designs to their own wedding celebrations, I Am Kake King shares this beautiful and special moment that transports you into their world of love and newly married life.
]]>Our fourth edition of PropTrends is here with your opportunity to feel inspired and shop the hottest designs in the industry! If you're looking for inspiration but aren't sure where to start, we've got you covered. While we love a wedding here at Prop Options, we're proud to see our products used around the globe elevating cakes across a wide range of occasions, events, and celebrations. Where there's cake we're usually not too far away!
With this in mind, the theme in this edition centres around brilliant birthday cakes and the cake stands and separators that are right on trend! Whether an intimate affair or a grand celebration, these creations show just how you can take your cake to the next level.
Which of these will inspire you to recreate with your own innovations.
Kicking off the celebrations in style, @irramsbakes adds interest and textures to their birthday design, creating a vibrant and visual masterpiece. The addition of golden butterflies and decor ties in perfectly to the golden metallic hairpins of our Pinnacle cake stand. Wow!
SHOP THE LOOK: THE PINNACLE ACRYLIC HAIRPIN CAKE STAND
Here, @sugardreams_odeza chose to elevate this special 18th birthday design by adding a Floating Tier which she has incorporated with expert precision. The combination of florals, ribbon and delicate details makes for a heavenly showstopper.
SHOP THE LOOK: FLOATING TIER SIDE BAR CAKE SEPARATOR
The charming nature of our handcrafted wooden pedestal compliments this fabulous floral design from @rubyandpearlcakeart who has created a woodland wonderland with pink wafer paper, pink chocolate bark, and woodland animals suitably dressed for the occasion!
SHOP THE LOOK: ORIGINAL HANDCRAFTED WOODEN PEDESTAL
@wunschgebaeck.ch created perfection in elegance for this special 60th birthday celebration cake, harnessing the power of acrylic to bring this pastel and nude design to life. A masterclass in combining ultra-modern acrylic with traditional tones and florals.
SHOP THE LOOK: PREMIUM ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER AND ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
Showing that cute can still be stylish, @littleelephant_cakeco has created a fun and wild first birthday cake which uses our 6" metallic gold cake spacer perfectly to take this cake to new heights without detracting from the incredible detail and skill within this design.
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC GOLD 6" ROUND SEPARATOR
This first birthday creation from @vegancakeco stands proud atop one of our popular, hand-turned Teardrop pedestal cake stands, bringing a popular childhood classic to reality. The striking woodgrain compliments this beautifully themed design wonderfully.
SHOP THE LOOK: HANDCRAFTED TEARDROP SCANDINAVIAN BIRCH PEDESTAL CAKE STAND
@cakeawaynewport took her cake to the next level with our Geometric Pentagon design, opting to decorate with an arrangement of stunning flowers and fairy lights, placing this exquisite design firmly in the spotlight!
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC GOLD GEOMETRIC PENTAGON
In this beautiful design from @pinkcornerbakery, our acrylic separators nestled in amongst the florals, butterflies and red topped mushrooms add a unique charm to this fantastic birthday masterpiece!
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS AND 30MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
@cakes_by_kirsten crafted this marvellous design using green tones and modern touches to create a detailed and awe-inspiring birthday cake. The choice of a Metallic Gold 10" Round, which can be used as a stand or a separator, is the perfect platform to showcase this striking design.
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC GOLD 10" ROUND CAKE STAND
Finally, this flawless 75th birthday celebration cake from @wunschgebaeck.ch packs the cutest punch and looks fabulous with our wooden pedestal which blends seamlessly into this design. We particularly love the soil and hyacinths which gives the illusion that this cake is just about to spring into bloom!
SHOP THE LOOK: ORIGINAL HANDCRAFTED WOODEN PEDESTAL
]]>Edition #3 of PropTrends is here with your opportunity to feel inspired and shop the hottest designs in the industry! If you're looking for inspiration but aren't sure where to start, we've got you covered. This month, we're focusing on the infinite potential of acrylic separators and stands! A fabulously versatile addition which is capable of elevating any cake design, no matter the occasion!
Which of these will inspire you to recreate with your own on-trend innovations.
In this truly elegant creation, @wheretheribbonends harnesses the power of our premium acrylic Clear Tier cake separators with perfection, accompanying with beautiful florals to add height and depth to their design.
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
A bold and beautiful design that perfectly demonstrates the infinite potential of acrylic, @denises_delights_ combines two styles of acrylic separators with an array of glorious colours and florals to make an epic centrepiece. What a showstopper!
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS AND ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
Setting the trend, @poppypickeringcakes steps in our Clear Tier separators to create a uniquely exquisite design that is sure to become a timeless classic. Crisp edges and opulent florals combine to produce an unforgettable creation.
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
Providing the wow-factor, @sweetnes_tortendesign brings this spectacular design to life where their attention to detail shines bright! The seamless addition of our 15mm ultra-polished acrylic separators demonstrate just how even a little acrylic can help you take your design to new heights!
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
A multi-tiered triumph that exudes sophistication and grandeur from @cakedaydreams. Our sleek and stylish Acrylic Footed Cake Stand is the perfect choice to compliment a cake as magnificent as this.
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA POLISHED ACRYLIC FOOTED CAKE STAND
Combining pastel colours, beautiful stencilling and an acrylic Clear Tier filled with accompanying decor, @pinkcornerbakery has brought this elegant but fun design to fruition with expert precision and detail!
Did you know you can visit our YouTube channel for an in-depth design guide and tutorial series on using our Acrylic Fillable Clear Tiers!
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
In this stunning design, @iced_by_saajida combines intricate detailing with a premium, acrylic Clear Tier to both separator and top their exquisite creation. Opting to fill with complimenting florals and a flutter of fairy lights, this is a design that will not be forgotten in a hurry.
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
Finally, this intricate spectacular from @rosewood_cakes which showcases an array of textures and pastel colours to create a centrepiece that is sure to be the talk of the room. Leaving the Fillable Acrylic Cake Plinth empty provides a bold statement ensuring this design stands tall and remains firmly in the spotlight.
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CAKE STAND
Which of these will inspire you to recreate with your own innovations.
Angelique @bakverhalen created an elegant masterpiece with one of our premium acrylic Clear Tier cake separators. Right on trend, Angelique opted to semi-cover her acrylic separator in a style that truly elevates her design. Did you know you can visit our YouTube channel for an in-depth design guide and tutorial series, including how to semi-cover your Clear Tier!
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIER CAKE SEPARATOR
Here, Erseline @ladentsucreebyep chose to enhance her timeless design with delicate florals alongside our popular metallic gold Geometric Pentagon cake separator, a piece that adds subtle complexity without deterring from Erseline's creation.
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC GEOMETRIC PENTAGON SEPARATOR
Vita @vitascakery created perfection using our signature metallic gold Square and Rectangle cake separators. Choosing to pair with crisp, sharp cakes and beautiful pastel florals, we have no doubt her design was a complete showstopper. Made from premium, food-safe stainless steel, our bestselling Square and Round Separators are available to purchase as a set with 10% off.
SHOP THE LOOK: SET - SQUARE AND RECTANGLE METALLIC SEPARATORS
Providing the ultimate wow-factor, here Sumera @cestsiboncakes has created a stunning design which incorporates our metallic gold Birdcage cake spacer seamlessly between her intricately detailed cake tiers. Sumera's bold use of red florals truly takes this design to the next level.
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC BIRDCAGE SEPARATOR
Jujhar @mannandcobakeshop has produced a visual triumph combining deep red accents with exquisite golden cake detailing which combine to provide a feel of luxury elegance. Paired with our signature Square and Rectangle separators, this design is sure to be fondly remembered for years to come.
SHOP THE LOOK: SET - SQUARE AND RECTANGLE METALLIC SEPARATORS
Courtney @teehancakedesign took her cake to the next level with our ultra-polished 30mm acrylic cake separators opting to decorate with stunning fan details which create floating perfection in which the tiers appear to levitate!
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 30MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
In this beautiful creation from @bella.and.bean, Bella effortlessly separates her cake tiers with our premium, ultra-polished 15mm cake separators, adding an elegant flair to this timeless design.
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
Royalty in the world of dessert tables, Daisy @very.vanilla made her exquisite macarons the star centrepiece of this beautiful spread, proudly displayed on one of our premium Macaron Towers.
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA ADJUSTABLE 8 TIER ACRYLIC MACARON TOWER
Veera @littleelephant_cakeco crafted this magnificent showstopper using a Central Bar separator combined with a stunning arrangement of florals and iced details. Made from premium, food-safe stainless steel, our Adjustable Central Bar offers the perfect way to add height and a touch of illusion to your cake.
SHOP THE LOOK: PROPSECURE ADJUSTABLE CENTRAL BAR SEPARATOR
Last but by no means least, Emily @emilysmixingbowl is on point with her ribbed texture lower tier which pairs perfectly with her crisp top tiers and accompanying florals. The addition of our ultra-polished 15mm separator provides the final piece to this glorious creation.
SHOP THE LOOK: ULTRA-POLISHED 15MM ACRYLIC SEPARATORS
]]>Introducing, PropTrends, your opportunity to feel inspired and shop the hottest designs in the industry! Every month we'll be rounding up the best, most instagrammable cake designs, inspired by our cake stands and hugely talented bakers. If you're looking for inspiration but aren't sure where to start, we've got you covered.
It's time to unleash your creativity with this months incredible designs! With wedding season on the horizon, our first edition of PropTrends centres around this wonderful and joyous occasion. Which of these will inspire you to recreate with your own innovations.
Rebecca @rtcakes took this cake to the next level with our Floating Tier Side Bar cake spacer, opting to decorate with stunning white roses and delicate lace. Made from premium, food-safe stainless steel, our best selling Side Bar offers the perfect way to add height and a touch of illusion to your cake.
SHOP THE LOOK: THE ORIGINAL FLOATING TIER SIDE BAR SEPARATOR
The incredible team @latortacakedecorating have taken our breath away with this showstopper that has it all! Our Hoop Tier separator at its best, this is pure perfection and a truly special design for the special couple!
That gravity defying golden ring to represent eternal love - Prop Options
SHOP THE LOOK: METALLIC GOLD HOOP TIER SEPARATOR
Chell from @chellbells_cakes offered their brides a slice of contemporary luxury with our stunning metallic gold plinth. Creating the ultimate showstopper, the addition of warm white fairy lights really elevates their creation and makes our plinth pop!
SHOP THE LOOK: 14" METALLIC GOLD PLINTH
L. Alexander @flourhousecakes pulled out all the stops for their New York clients, creating this absolute masterpiece showcasing sugar magnolias and roses across a 7.5-tiered with our one of our ultra-polished, 30mm separators!
Custom printed waferpaper floral sheets tied in the surrounding color palette, and a mirrored monogram was crafted to match the floor wrap. Shout out to @prop.options for the beautiful acrylic riser.
SHOP THE LOOK: 30MM ULTRA POLISHED ACRYLIC CAKE SEPARATOR
Another elegant and timeless classic design from Claire @cakedaydreams using our Side Bar, incorporating crisp, white florals which contrast perfectly to the atmospheric surroundings.
SHOP THE LOOK: THE ORIGINAL FLOATING TIER SIDE BAR SEPARATOR
Amy @amycakes7 has created perfection for their wedding couple using a match made in heaven with our premium, acrylic tiers and ultra polished, 30mm Separators! We will forever be in awe of this beauty!
SHOP THE LOOK: ACRYLIC FILLABLE CLEAR TIERS & 30MM ULTRA POLISHED ACRYLIC CAKE SEPARATOR
Angela @blossomdreamcakes created a bold and beautiful design where a rich fruit cake and semi-naked top tier were decorated in line with a gorgeous autumn theme, making our signature metallic gold rounds rejoice in complete harmony!
SHOP THE LOOK: SET - METALLIC GOLD ROUNDS
A whimsically, grand masterpiece that combines the glamour of tradition with a modern twist, the fabulous team @bttrcrmbakeshop have created a design that is sure to stand the test of time.
SHOP THE LOOK: THE ORIGINAL FLOATING TIER SIDE BAR SEPARATOR
Finally, Odeza @sugardreams_odeza in on point with her statement design which exudes the tropical moody vibe this couple were striving for! The extra height and illusion courtesy of our Side Bar separator provides the perfect space to add those extra details to help this design sing!
Showing off this floating tier for Mr and Mrs Holzkamp’s wedding few months back at @downtowncentury
SHOP THE LOOK: THE ORIGINAL FLOATING TIER SIDE BAR SEPARATOR
]]>With endless design possibilities, our range of floating cake spacers enables you to add height to your cakes with ease. Essentially replacing a cake tier completely, these separators are placed between your cake tiers and can be decorated in numerous ways to give the illusion that your cake is floating. A range of sizes and designs ensure you have ultimate flexibility when designing the style of your cake.
Credit: @cakebuds_uk using a Central Bar!
We’re glad you asked! Within the cake world, cake separators, cake spacers and even cake risers all refer to the same style of product and are each designed to add height to your cake. There is no right or wrong and is purely down to the individual.
At Prop Options, we currently have a range of stainless steel and white powder coated products for you to choose from when designing your cake. Designed exclusively by us, these include our Z Bar, Central Bar and Side Bar stainless steel cake spacer.
Prop Options' exclusive floating Side Bar cake separator
Made using high-quality, food-safe stainless steel, these cake spacers offer the perfect way to add height and a touch of illusion to your cake. Simply place the spacer in between two cake tiers and decorate the bar to achieve a floating illusion.
As an alternative option, we also offer our very popular exclusive collection of Acrylic Tiers which can be used to create your floating illusion.
Floating cake separators are placed in between your cake tiers whereas a floating cake stand would sit at the base of your cake and act as your main platform. Our range of stainless steel spacers are primarily designed as separators and not stands. If you are looking to create the illusion that your entire cake is levitating, then we would recommend using one of our signature Acrylic Fillable Stands instead. Ultra-polished and crystal clear, these stands provide the perfect platform to achieve the illusion that your cake is floating! Furthermore, a removable lid means they can also be styled in unlimited ways and even kept as a treasured keep-sake box after any event.
Credit: @cakeylulus and prop.options
Incorporating a floating element into your design offers the perfect way to add a touch of illusion with its gravity-defying abilities. Furthermore, for those who are restricted on time or budget, it is an effective way to increase the overall height of your cake without adding extra cake tiers. With numerous ways to decorate and style, a floating tier can be incorporated into any design specification and will certainly elevate your cake to the next level.
Credit: @storeybook_cakes using a Z Bar!
Our floating tiers are made using high-quality, food-safe stainless steel and are crafted with precision to ensure they are strong enough to support your design. However, we do advise a weight limit of 3.5kg when using our Side Bars and Z Bar separators, and 4.5kg when using a Central Bar.
Importantly, our Side Bars and Z Bars have a cantilever design meaning they have been specifically designed to have a certain amount of flexibility to allow for manual adjustment and placement. This allows for variation between cake weights, making them suitable to be used with both real cakes and dummy cakes.
Head to the shop to browse our full range of floating cake stands and cake separators and lots of design inspiration! And don't forget, get in touch with any questions you may have - we'll be happy to assist!
Credit: @emazingcreationsbyema using a Side Bar!
]]>So, why would a cake with little to no outer icing layer be a refreshing alternative to big white wedding cakes?
By definition, rustic wedding cakes are classic country-inspired cakes served with little to no frosting on their sides. The cake styling intentionally omits the heavy icing you would typically see on the exterior of a cake. Instead, the cake layers are stacked with plenty of filling to add moisture and flavour to the cake.
The decoration is often remarkable, quirky, and boho, with a styled tablescape that mainly features a rustic wood cake stand, creative confections, fresh greenery, edible fresh flowers, ganache drips, fresh strawberries, and lots of other farmhouse aesthetics.
Check out our range of beautiful cake stands ranging from wooden, pedestal, and platform here.
They were popularised by Christina Tosi, the owner of Milk Bar, back in 2014. Tosi loved the exciting, country-looking texture and decadent layers and didn't understand why people didn't like them. Barely a few months later, a naked rustic cake was served at Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's wedding, making the craze popularise even faster!
In the last few years, rustic wedding cakes have grown from a trendy rustic wedding idea to a mainstay dessert item in recent weddings. However, contemporary rustic wedding cakes don't just have a homemade look –they have an incredibly refined look that is definitely deserving of any wedding dessert table.
A rustic cake design can be achieved in various ways. Of course, you have to start the process with baking.
The good news is, baking a rustic wedding cake follows the same process as any other cake.
The difference comes in decorating, and while these creations can be elaborate in nature, you don't necessarily have to be a professional wedding cake decorator to create a more stripped back wedding cake with a rustic theme.
One easier option is to create a rugged country, rustic nature-inspired look with naked cake layers and minimal imperfect frosting. Or, you can opt to try an earthy-inspired feel and look using dark 'country farm colours' (brown & green) or botanical accents such as berries, herbs, edible leaves, and flowers.
Tip: For your first attempt at a DIY wedding cake, it's best to start with a single-tiered cake. It requires minimal equipment, ingredients and it's easier to design and decorate. With just a few fresh fruits, you can beautifully decorate a rustic naked or semi-naked cake for any home celebration or practice.
Related: Best Baking Schools & Online Baking Classes
there are hundreds of different ideas and recipes, but the technique is what mainly matters when it comes to rustic wedding cakes.
Once you are decided on creating a naked wedding cake, go all in! If you've been experimenting using boxed cake mixes and pre-made icing between layers, why not step it up to create custom fillings using your favourite ingredients. For instance, you can make a delicious frosting by mixing French custard, raspberry jam, pastry cream, and sweetened whipped cream. You can also expand into a range of different homemade buttercream's using ingredients such as egg whites, hot sugar syrup, and unsalted butter!
Modest and simple, homemade cakes can also be considered rustic.
In fact, this humble style is what ignited the craze surrounding rustic wedding cakes.
While many people go to the extreme of getting bark-designed wooden cake stands and animal toppers to add to the appeal, a rustic chic cake, no matter how simple, is bound to look good.
With that said, here is a quick step-by-step recipe idea to create your rustic cake at home.
You can also sprinkle powdered sugar, place sprigs of fresh mint or other pretty herbs to dress up your cake even more.
And that's it! Your first rustic, delicious, and beautiful naked rustic wedding cake!
The lush flowers, fresh fruit, laid-back greenery, and rustic appearance are all great ideas for a naked wedding cake. But, for it to be memorable, it should taste as good as it looks.
Since people generally can't tell the flavour by looks, choosing a confection flavour that will taste delicious and complement the rustic vibe you're after is essential.
Here are our favourite cake flavors for rustic wedding cakes:
You can't go wrong with berries and cream! Plus, it can be combined with a vanilla cake for a classic taste and colour combination that will satisfy any guest in a rustic wedding. Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are best suited for spring and summer, while cranberries are great for fall and winter.
Carrot and banana flavours have an earthy taste that works well for rustic cakes. The orange/yellow contrasting colors between the naked layers and the icing are beautiful.
The brown, darker colour of chocolate cake contrasts nicely with shiny fruits, fresh herbs, and hints of white frosting. Also, chocolate cakes are slightly more moist on the outside compared to vanilla cakes. You can go the extra mile and add an authentic country taste to your chocolate cake by adding in a darker beer like Guinness. It's a fantastic and more dramatic twist, but not something you should try if you at the beginning of your journey into baking wedding cakes.
Combined with blueberries, blackberries (or other deeper berry colours), white frosting, and a few herbs, the red velvet cake vibrant hue is pretty and to die for! Guests will love it!
Perfect for light-coloured naked or semi-rustic cake designs. These classic flavours never tire and can always be relied upon to elevate your taste buds.
It's a perfect option for your first celebration cake. You don't need to be super-experienced to create a simple rustic wedding cake.
With good baking skills and creativity, you can create a masterpiece. Of course, you'll need to neatly stack the cake layers and come up with tasty fillings to complement the cake.
As far as cake decoration goes, you only need a simple swipe to smoothen the frosting. The rest, placing the fruits and flowers, is only limited by your imagination.
The raw beauty of a rustic cake will be the highlight of any wedding day!
The lack of icing highlights the rich fillings and makes the beautiful naked cake layers to look fantastic! It fits in so well with rustic, countryside, vintage, or woodland farm wedding themes as well as older wedding venues or barns.
If you or your client plan to have an open-air wedding ceremony, a rustic wedding cake will be a brilliant finishing touch.
The lack of frosting makes the cake aesthetically appealing. It also lets you enjoy the original flavours of all the components in the cake –especially if the cake tiers/layers have been made with different tastes.
The texture and decoration of naked and semi-naked cakes are hard to replicate. It's hard to recreate the exact cake twice. This creates a unique vintage authenticity and appeal that harkens to old school times and beautiful country life.
You can decorate a rustic wedding cake in a thousand different ways, and it'll still look good!
From fruits and berries to mini shortbread hearts and fresh flowers from your local florist, you can go as wild as you want. You can also add a touch of edible silver/gold leaf for a metallic rustic cake theme.
Depending on the decorations you want, a rustic naked or semi-naked rustic wedding cake can be very affordable compared to other wedding cakes. They take less time and cost to decorate.
The outer layer of frosting helps the cake to remain moist even in the hot summer heat. However, since rustic cakes have a minimal frosting layer, they are prone to drying and don't hold up well, especially in direct sunlight, so be careful about the display.
Many bakers prefer semi-naked cakes as they can hold up well and for a little bit longer while remaining moist on the inside. The additional preservation makes them an ideal choice for outdoor summer occasions and weddings.
Naked wedding cakes have a delicate structure which makes them hard to transport over long distances. Without frosting, the tiered cakes can quickly move and cause damage to the intended style and design.
In most cases, you will have to transport then assemble and decorate the cake at the wedding venue.
Unlike fondant and frosted wedding cakes that can take centre stage and be admired all day long besides your rustic wedding decor and theme, naked rustic wedding cakes have to be eaten earlier in the day as they'll dry out. For a full naked cake to last till evening, you have to assemble and decorate it on site.
It's easy to brush it off as an easy cake until you experience how hard it can be. As with all wedding cakes, producing the ultimate masterpiece takes experience, skill and dedication.
From trying to prevent and save it from collapsing to evenly piping buttercream, evenly trimming the cake layers, and positioning support dowels correctly, a naked wedding cake can go from being 100% beautiful to disaster in a short amount of time.
You have little room for mistakes. Decorating a cake without a thick icing casing means you have almost no room to cover up for mistakes. You have to get it right from the word go!
From homegrown ceremonies to barn receptions, rustic weddings have become the industry's mainstay. This once simplified dessert offering is now more earthy and creative with woodland details and natural touches. It's not uncommon to find a rustic wedding cake featuring crawling twigs and twine beautiful foliage, and Faux-Bois frostings.
Rustic wedding cakes don't just taste perfect but are also seriously Instagram Genic. Plus, regardless of the cake budget, there'll always be a rustic wedding cake for you.
To avoid cake chaos, you should bake your cake 2-3 days prior to your event and tightly wrap it using plastic wrap or an airtight container to lock in the moisture. Refrigerate the cake to keep the fruits fresh, the cream & fillings tasty. Lemon curd, custard, pudding, or cream-based ganache will lose the fresh taste if not well stored.
Rustic wedding cakes fall on either side of the coin –they can be affordable or expensive. Like frosted cakes, the more decorating confections added to a rustic-themed cake, the more expensive it gets.
For instance, a three-tiered wedding cake with a light buttercream design, a few edible flowers, and fruits can cost anywhere from £400-£800. A complex one featuring the same, plus more berries, garden roses, cream cheese frosting, and maybe a gold leaf, can cost upwards of £1000
A dirty wedding cake, also known as a naked wedding cake, rustic wedding cake, or distressed wedding cake, is made with minimal to no frosting on the outside. It's intentionally designed to expose the cake layers and fillings.
A traditional English wedding cake is usually three tiers or more and features a wedding cake topper on the top of the cake. It's typically a fruit cake made with rum or brandy and covered in marzipan and icing.
]]>Baking is an art that requires patience, dedication, and creativity. One of the best ways to learn how to become a master baker is by enrolling in one of the best baking schools in the U.K. These culinary schools are conveniently located throughout the U.K. so that you can get hands-on experience in baking and culinary arts.
You'll learn more about baking, how to prepare pastries, cakes, breads, and desserts, as well as culinary science and nutrition. The best part is that classes are taught by professional bakers with years of culinary experience who know what it takes to make a culinary rise to the top. The list includes both full-time and part-time courses, so whether you want to start your career or just enjoy baking at home for friends and family, these schools will have something for you!
Read: The Ultimate Guide To Becoming A Professional Wedding Cake Baker & Maker.
Sugar Street Studios is a global cake school that teaches both baking and decorating through its online tutorial school.
They have loads of topics to choose from, including royal icing, advanced cake modelling & sculpting techniques. With 1000s of culinary arts tutorials, Sugar Street Studios has a library collection suited for every level of cake decorator. From beginner guides to pro-level instruction, they can help you make your own professional quality cakes and cupcakes from the comfort of home.
Pricing & Plans
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarstreetstudios/
website: https://sugarstreetstudios.com/
Suzanne comments:
"I run and own the cake school for both online and in person classes and it’s my one true passion. I love to empower others to reach their cake decorating potential fast. The minute you step through my door or join my online programs you will be looked after in every way. I originally started out as a research scientist with a PhD in cancer research who happened to have a secret passion for cake decorating. Following the birth of my two children, I was presented with a chance to start a new career and grasped it with both hands."
Head on over to her site to understand how her cake school will bring out the best in your cake decorating abilities. She has helped 1000's of students grow their confidence.
Pricing & Plans
Prices range from £29.99 to £250 for online classes.
https://www.suzanneespercakeschool.com
If you love cupcakes, you will adore Primrose Bakery. They provide a fun and hands-on experience where you can discover your own signature style. With the expert guidance of their talented Head Chefs, you can learn how to create unique cupcake icing using a palette knife and create masterpieces with piping on an easy Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Plus, you get to take home everything you make at the end of your class!
Throughout the class, you'll have the opportunity to ask about the myriad of recipes used in the bakery. You'll learn tips and tricks for making your delicious cupcakes following their signature creations, as well as any general baking questions you may have.
Plans & Pricing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primrosebakery/?hl=en
Website: https://www.primrose-bakery.co.uk/
If you are a newbie pastry chef seeking to learn more about culinary arts skills, then Cakeflix is the place for you. Cakeflix has over 1200 cake tutorials ready for you to stream when and where you want them. It's a great resource for learning advanced pastry techniques. And with regular live shows and more than 105 presenters posting content, your appetite for cake will never be satisfied.
Cakeflix was founded with the goal of bringing fresh content to busy people wherever they are. The mission is simple: To help cake lovers learn more about baking and start their own business quickly using expert video tutorials and comprehensive online courses – available on-demand 24/7.
Plans & Pricing
They have a 7 Day FREE trial on plans!
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website: https://www.cakeflix.com/
With over 10 years of experience, Emma Stewart has gained and perfected so many skills and techniques through lots of practice, trial and error. She writes monthly tutorials for Cake Decoration and Sugarcraft Magazine and was named in the Top 10 UK and Ireland Cake Artists 2020 by Cake Masters Magazine.
Emma Stewart culinary arts school offers affordable and easy-to-follow pdf tutorials, pre-recorded workshops, and pre-recorded night school.
Plans & Pricing
They have 12 mini-courses covering topics between social media marketing, how to create sharp edges, and floral decorations. Pricing ranges from $5 - $75.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmastewartcakeacademy/
Website: https://www.emmastewartcakedesign.com/academy
Le Cordon Bleu offers a wide range of culinary arts courses, including cuisine, boulangerie and wine management, pastry, as well as shorter one-day courses such as Fish and Shellfish, Indian Cooking, and Creative Vegetables. They recently added a three-month plant-based diploma to their repertoire, designed to meet the growing demand for vegetarian and plant-based cooking.
Le Cordon Bleu culinary arts programs are designed to meet the needs of a thriving culinary industry by providing culinary professionals with a spectrum of possibilities in terms of career choices. The culinary arts industry is projected to add more than 100,000 jobs by 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Website: https://www.cordonbleu.edu/london/home/en
Nina's Cake Cabin is based in Llanfechell on Anglesey. Nina, the owner, began baking at an early age and discovered her passion for baking while recovering from a major operation in the Police Force. She read different cake projects in magazines that got her interested, and she would then bake as a hobby before it turned into a business.
Nina’s work is well recognized in the cake world. Her work has been featured in multiple magazines such as Cake Masters, Cake Craft & Decoration, Cake Geek, Cake Central, and Wedding Cakes and Sugar Flowers.
Nina has won multiple awards for her work, the latest being Gold at the world’s biggest cake show, Cake International, with one of her wedding cakes. Besides designing beautiful cakes, Nina also teaches sugarcraft from her stunning, private cabin, which can comfortably seat up to 10 students.
Plans & Pricing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninascakecabin/?hl=en
Website: https://www.ninascakecabin.co.uk/
Victoria’s Kitchen offers culinary classes to teach beginners how to pipe, sculpt, and paint with delicious buttercream. It doesn't matter if you want to learn for fun or want a culinary career; these classes will make anyone a buttercream master in just a day!
All the classes include professional materials and tools available for the students. They also have plenty of freshly brewed coffee, tea, biscuits, and cake and cake to keep you going, usually along with the odd glass of Prosecco too! All you need to get started is a lot of enthusiasm, a pen & a notebook!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicskitchen/
Website: https://www.victorias-kitchen.com/
Nestled at the heart of Borough Market, Bread Ahead Bakery School is the perfect place to learn and experience culinary arts first hand. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned in culinary arts, their world-class master's bakers provide excellent guidance in the art of baking. Bread Ahead culinary school has two more different locations in London, Chelsea's Pavillion Road, and Wembley Park. Other extra classes on offer include bagels and croissant classes, gluten-free baking, both with full or half-day options.
Website: https://www.breadahead.com/
Other than baking and pastry courses, this culinary arts school also teaches culinary management and culinary science. The culinary arts courses offered by this culinary institute are tremendously popular amongst students, so make sure you apply early for the September intake to get a spot in culinary classes. You'll need to complete 16 weeks of foundation training before moving on to the more advanced culinary courses.
If you're interested in pastry baking, then the City of Westminster culinary school offers a Professional Patisserie course. You'll spend the first four weeks learning about the history and science of baking and pastry, as well as how to prepare pastries, desserts, breads, and entremets. The next eight weeks are dedicated to more advanced baking skills, such as French patisserie, which includes crème patissiere, mousseline, and culinary buttercream.
Website: https://www.westking.ac.uk/
If you're looking to become a professional baker & chef, then Ashburton’s culinary school is a great place that you may want to consider. You will learn how to create culinary art pieces such as cakes, bread, pastries, and other tasty culinary treats. Also, if you're interested in catering for weddings or dining parties, this culinary institute offers culinary management courses and a culinary art internship.
The culinary arts courses at this institute are taught by some of the best culinary instructors in London who have years of culinary experience and culinary education behind them. You will also learn about culinary theory, food history, economics, management, and social sciences.
Website: https://www.ashburtonchefsacademy.co.uk/
If culinary art is at the top of your culinary career goal list, then you might want to consider culinary classes at Leiths School of Food and Wine. This culinary school offers a range of culinary arts courses from culinary management, pastry chef courses, culinary art courses, and culinary nutrition.
While most cases require culinary students to have some experience before they begin culinary arts classes at Leiths culinary institute, there are also a few courses for new beginners and home cooks who want to learn how to prepare tasty culinary treats on their own kitchens. Leiths culinary institute also offers cooking workshops where you can learn how to cook delicious Thai, French, Italian, and Indian culinary delights.
Leiths offer fantastic baking courses for beginners who are looking for a culinary confidence boost. Once you complete the course, you'll never (probably) have another cake-tastrophe.
Website: https://www.leiths.com/
Leeds City College also offers baking and pastry arts courses. Their diploma course covers how to develop a range of cookery methods for food preparation & cookery, how to correctly use kitchen equipment and helps you understand health, safety, and food hygiene practices.
Leeds culinary school also offers/and helps students to get a culinary internship where you'll get first-hand culinary experience working at a professional culinary facility after culinary school. Students can choose to continue their culinary education by completing pastry chef courses or continuing with culinary management training at the college's higher culinary arts academy.
Website: https://leedscitycollege.ac.uk/
If you're interested in culinary arts classes and culinary management training, then the main culinary institute at the University of Hertfordshire might be just for you. This culinary school offers a range of culinary summer courses that start from 10 weeks to ten months and include culinary management, baking, pastry chef courses, decorating classes, and culinary nutrition and culinary history.
If you're interested in culinary arts, then Hertfordshire culinary school might be a good place to start! The University of Hertfordshire offers the best culinary schools for those who want to master all aspects of culinary arts, including culinary management, baking, pastry chef courses, and culinary artistry.
Website: https://www.herts.ac.uk/
If you're looking for culinary art classes from a culinary institute that's been around for over 90 years, then Escoffier culinary school might be the place to start. It's one of the best pastry schools in the world. This culinary school offers one of London's best culinary arts courses (on their Austin & Boulder branches). It is suitable for both professional cooks and talented amateurs who have a passion for cooking or culinary arts.
Escoffier culinary institute offers culinary courses from culinary nutrition, pastry chef courses, baking classes, culinary management lessons, and culinary arts for children. They also offer online classes, so aspiring culinary arts students have the choice of taking the classes at the comfort of their home – whether they live in London or anywhere else in the world!
Website: https://www.escoffier.edu/
Homemade bread is not only tastier, but it's more nutritious than a standard store-bought bread because you get to control the ingredients you put in. Or you could make your bread less healthy depending on how your day is going, and it's totally fine!
In the Loaf Cookery School’s impressive kitchens, you’ll learn the tricks of baking delicious bread and be handed unique bread recipes for you to try out at home. Their courses range from simple ‘back to basics’ bread baking tips to sweetbreads and pastries. If you've got a sweet tooth, you will love the Macarons course, which only takes about three hours to complete.
Website: https://loafonline.co.uk/cookery-school/
There definitely are! You can take your pick from accredited online baking classes or even digital pastry chef courses that will help you perfect your skills from home. All of these options will have a curriculum that’s designed to suit your needs, and you can always contact your teachers if you have any problems.
It depends on the program you choose. Some basic skills culinary arts programs can take just 3 hours or less, but most comprehensive courses are year-long certificate courses, which may take longer if your schedule only allows for part-time study. Other schools offer associate’s degrees that require two years or more of full-time study.
Sure you can. With thousands of videos online, you don’t necessarily have to attend a school to learn how to bake. However, many would argue that there is no substitute for learning from an expert in person. The advantage of being taught by someone who knows exactly what they are doing is that your chances of successfully making baked goods will be much greater.
The average income of a pastry chef is around $100,000 per year, which is much higher than the national average salary for a food-sector employee. This will also depend on your location and where you work.
One of the main factors affecting pastry chef income is experience. The longer you’ve been in the field, the more you can charge for your services, and the more opportunities will open up to you.
The amount you will get paid as a pastry chef depends on your experience and your location. Most pastry chefs in London receive an average salary that ranges between £24,000 – £32,400 per year. In the U.S., pastry chefs are paid more than average culinary and food-sector workers.
]]>Becoming a professional wedding cake designer is an achievement worth celebrating. While you might not need any formal education or training, to create an exceptional wedding cake takes considerable skill, experience, and dedication. However, whether you're a baker with big aspirations or a more experienced baker looking to take your baking business to the next level, if you have the desire to make beautiful cakes for others then with the right recipe, and a little practice and patience, you can certainly learn how to bake beautiful cakes for weddings right from your home kitchen!
A wedding cake artist is someone who creates a design for the wedding cake, bakes and decorates it according to the couple's wishes. They can be self-employed, a restaurant, or even a wedding planner. Cakes have become highly criticised art forms today, and bakers are almost always well-trained artists. They use techniques like sculpting and painting with frosting as they create the cake, often including themes, images, and messages relevant to both the wedding couple and the wedding party.
If you're thinking about how to become a wedding cake decorator, baker & designer, read on to find out more about what it takes and where to get started so that you can be baking like "The Great British Bake Off's" Nadiya Hussain by next wedding season!
Photo and cake credit - @misshavishamscakes
Wedding cake designing (baking & decorating) is a particular field of work, so you will need to get training and prepare yourself professionally. A lot of professional bakers have taken formal education courses in culinary & pastry arts to enhance their skills. You can also learn how to bake by taking private art lessons or by finding an apprentice to help guide you through.
With the rise of technology, it's easier than ever for wedding cake lovers to connect and learn more.
A mentor will help answer your questions and give you feedback on your bakes and design.
While it's not necessary to get formal baking training, getting some professional guidance can be invaluable. To become a professional baker, it is important to find someone who has experience in cake decorating and is willing to share that knowledge with you. This could be someone in the wedding industry, like an event's planner, a pastry arts expert or even an artist specialising in wedding cakes.
Baking stylish and unique cakes is not difficult, but you want to consistently practice before you have an official job to design and bake a wedding cake. You can do this by baking cakes for friends or family, practising different cake designs on a small scale, or even making wedding-themed treats and selling them online. There are many ideas that you can try before you decide to take culinary & pastry arts seriously as a career.
As wedding cakes are works of art, bakers often spend hours sculpting their cakes and practising the craft in order to perfect it.
Cake baking isn't just about learning decorating techniques; it's also important to familiarise yourself with different traditions as cake designs can vary by culture. While cake designs and traditions in Western countries like America, Europe and Australia may be similar, wedding cakes from South American weddings to African can vary widely. You can learn traditions by talking with event planners and vendors, reading wedding magazines, forums and wedding blogs, or even taking courses in wedding planning.
Social media is an excellent place to network with bakers from around the world. You can learn new ways to decorate cakes or even find business partners.
Connect with cake designers and wedding planners who share the same passion for cakes as you do. Join wedding cake decorators groups on social media, or (if you are up for the challenge) create your own pastry arts designing group with vendors and planners. It's a great place to share wedding design ideas, questions & answers about wedding cakes, promote your cake designs and find out what you can do better.
You can also join cake discussion forums and other pastry arts-related communities to network with like-minded professionals and get inspiration.
If you will be baking professionally and plan to make it a long-term career, it's best to invest in professional baking & decorating equipment. They might be expensive but will result in much higher quality cakes.
Essentially, wedding cake baking is about having artistic freedom to create something unique and symbolic of the couple. To always have great ideas, you should stay up-to-date with cake design ideas and cultural trends. This will ensure your cakes remain unique and in demand. An example would be ensuring you're up to date with the current cake stand trends, such as floating cake stands and separators.
You need to be able to show event planners and wedding venues your wedding cake design portfolio. Develop a cake designer resume that details your education, sample cake designs, recent wedding cakes you've made, pricing, and contact information. You can then use this resume as a marketing tool to land new clients.
The wedding industry can be a competitive field as there's often fierce competition between wedding cake bakers. You can start marketing your services to friends, event planners, and venues.
There are also lots of groups on social media that offer recommendations and event planning tips. Event planners might post what types of cakes they're looking for, so this is an opportunity to approach them directly with your portfolio and let them know you're available for consultation with their future clients. Once you have a strong set of connections, cake baking jobs, not just for weddings, will start streaming in!
Once cake baking is something you're comfortable doing, you can think about getting into the wedding industry on a professional level. It's best to start small before moving onto larger designs. To create and scale your cake & baking business, start by doing the following:
With all the above, you are ready to go all out and market your products!
It's not always smooth.
While wedding cakes are beautiful and a work of art, cake baking is still service-based, and you may find yourself having to deal with demanding clients. This may be guests who are unhappy with the cake flavour, wedding planners who don't like your ideas or clients that require you to deliver within a short time.
If you are passionate about cake baking & designing, you should develop a professional attitude and aim always to provide what the client is looking for (of course, within reasonable conditions).
Cake bakers typically make between £25,000 and £50,000 a year, with the average being £38,000. However, there are a lot of factors that determine the final salary for a cake baker. These include years of experience in the pastry industry and complete responsibilities, location (i.e., cost of living), education, certifications, job opportunities, and awards.
If you are an imaginative, creative person who loves to design beautiful items or patterns or have a passion for baking, then Cake Baking might just be the perfect career for you! With wedding season in full swing every year, there will be plenty of opportunities to show off your talents as a professional cake baker. At time it will even go beyond just baking, including understanding decorating options such as wedding cake stand options and different types of separators and spacers.
Besides baking and decorating cakes, other day-to-day tasks of a wedding cake baker also include responding to emails, getting in touch with companies and exploring new business opportunities. You might also be busier towards the end of the week, as most people want cakes for the weekend.
]]>Here at Prop Options, we know a thing or two about cake stands and love to make the process of finding your ideal match as fun and seamless as possible. If you're just getting started, then we've put together this handy guide to cover the cake stand basics and help you along the way to finding the right stand for you.
Simply put, a cake stand is a raised platform or pedestal that is used to elevate your cakes, sweet treats and more in order to make them the star of the show. From cupcakes to multi-tiered wedding cakes, these stands are made using a range of materials from natural wood, to expertly crafted ultra-polished acrylic, and come in a range of styles, shapes and sizes giving you ultimate choice and flexibility when looking for a stand to compliment your design.
At Prop Options we pride ourselves on being an international expert on cake stands and use this knowledge to design and manufacture a range of stunning, luxury stands for you to choose from.
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A traditional cake board is one that acts as a flat plate on which to construct and decorate your cake. This makes it easier manoeuvre the cake during the decoration process, as well as to and from the cake stand. These are often relatively thin, made using cardboard and are available in a large range of sizes.
Recent trends in cake design have shown more substantial, solid wood cake boards grow in popularity which often provide a simple and cost-effective way of displaying your cake.
While a cake stand gives you a platform to display your cake on, a cake separator, also known as a cake spacer, is a second structure designed to add height and grandeur to your showstopper.
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Separators are placed between multitiered cakes and are available in a large range of styles. Options such as our very own floating side bar separator or ultra-clear, fillable acrylic clear make it possible to create gravity-defying illusions while providing you with even more freedom to get creative.
Cake stands are an integral part in creating your stunning showstopper. Indeed, there are several reasons why it is an aspect of your design that shouldn't be overlooked. Not only does the right stand elevate your cake to new heights, but it can also add a sense of depth, colour and sophistication to ensure your centrepiece makes a lasting impression. Your chosen stand acts as the final piece of a perfectly formed puzzle.
It has the power to pull the design together, creating the masterpiece which you have envisioned from the start. Whether it be for your wedding day, birthday, or simply to showcase your latest cake creation, there's no doubt that the perfect cake stand will help propel your cake design to stardom.
Credit: @misshavishamscakes
While the overall look and aesthetics are no doubt important, when choosing your cake stand it is vital to consider the size and weight of your cake.
As a general rule of thumb, your cake stand should be the same size, or bigger, than the bottom tier of your cake. Under normal circumstances, we would never recommend the stand to be smaller as this will risk unbalancing your cake which could result in disastrous consequences! The top plate should also be completely flat to avoid any dips from appearing on the top of your cake.
Overall, the size of your cake stand will be governed by the size of your finished cake. The more tiers you add or decoration you incorporate, the larger you cake stand may need to be. If you are unsure or have questions about what size cake stand you may need then it is always safest to ask for your baker’s recommendation.
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Another very important factor to consider is the weight of your cake. A stand suitable for a single tier cake may not be the right choice if your cake has two or more tiers. Unfortunately, not all cake stands are made equal and here a lot will depend on the quality of the cake stand you choose and where you purchase it from. It's important to make sure the stand you have is up to the challenge. To do this you can always test the stands durability and strength using weights.
We have a variety of stands to suit all designs and creations from a single cupcake, to the heaviest of tiered cakes. Our rigorous manufacturing process ensures every stand we make is specifically designed for its intended purpose and we're here to help you choose the best cake stand for your display.
Moving back towards the aesthetics, the colour of any cake stand is an important factor when considering the overall look you would like to achieve. Colour can add a splash of vibrancy to a simpler creation, compliment a specific feature of your cakes design, and even act as an extension of your wider colour scheme.
From a timeless white to a more striking black, natural wooden hues are also a popular choice, and you can also add shine to any occasion with stands such as our metallic geometric range or square gold plinths.
Your cake designer or baker should always be able to guide you to make sure you choose a stand that will be suitable for your cake. But of course, we're always here to help. So if you find yourself puzzled in a sea of cake stands, please do get in touch with any questions and we will always do our best to ensure the process is as simple and easy as possible.
Regardless of the event, we've got you covered! Whatever look you wish to achieve for your centrepiece, whether it be single tier or multi tier, cupcake or cake pop, here at Prop Options we have the best range of stands available, enabling you to unleash your creativity and find your cakes style match!
Head to the shop to browse our full range or read on for some of our favourite inspiration! And don't forget, get in touch with any questions you may have - we'll be happy to assist!
Our range of stands include pedestal, platform stands and boards.
Our stunning Scandinavian birch range adds charm to your centrepiece.
These beautiful square and rectangle spacers add height and sophistication to any occasion, but can also be used as separate stands along with the metallic gold plinth to showcase a larger display.
One of our most popular ranges of cake stands, these geometric pieces work seamlessly together to create a visually appealing spectacle that will not be forgotten.
Our ultra-polished show-stopping range of acrylic stands, spacers and clear tiers provide ultimate creative freedom that will add the wow-factor to any table display!
It's been a busy month at Prop Options HQ as we begin the move to our new home! We are extremely grateful for your patience and support during this very stressful but exciting time! To celebrate, we are launching an 'end of an era' moving sale that you will not want to miss. With discounts of up to 50% off selected lines, this one-time sale offers the chance to purchase some of our popular creations of the past at fabulous prices.
With Christmas just around the corner and 2021 on the horizon, it's the perfect time to plan ahead and grab a bargain. But don't delay, once these products are gone, they're gone!
So save the date and don't miss out. A sale like this won't be here again. And if you want to be doubly sure not to miss this fantastic one-time event with an email reminder this Friday AND earn rewards why you shop, make sure you've signed up for our loyalty rewards program and start earning Prop Points on your next order!
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As always, it’s with immense thanks to our Prop Option Fam for the incredible support. We can’t wait to share more of us, our growing team and life behind the creative world of Prop Options! 💓
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Put down the frozen Vol-au-vents, move away from the stale sandwiches and say hello to event catering that will give your next celebration a major glow-up. Grazing tables burst onto the scene in the UK back in 2017 and here at Amazing Graze®, we were one of the first companies to offer this style of eating, as we set out to rekindle the appreciation of incredible fresh produce.
Since then, the trend which hails from Australia has fast become a must-have for couples-to-be looking to wow their wedding guests. Quirky, cool and bohemian is the order here. No stuffy three courses or fiddly canapes, just a stunning gastronomical feast complete with styled tablescaping, laden with decadent cheese and charcuterie.
When opting for a Grazing Table, guests get the chance to be hands-on and can indulge until their heart's content. It is the old adage of sharing that has sparked a revolutionary shift in the way we eat at not just weddings, but parties, corporate events or even intimate nights in for two.
Grazing should awaken your senses to how real food should be eaten. Conversing, laughing and indulging over a spread that looks (almost) too good to eat. To achieve this, we love working with props and floral displays to really evaluate our Amazing Graze®
Grazing tables and platters should not only look delicious but include elements of style. We find they lend themselves best to a rustic set-up that incorporates different textures, colours, heights and scents. For us there is truly nothing better than taking a handcrafted wooden board, topping it with a tower of rich, creamy brie, scattering over juicy blackberries and decorating with sumptuous figs – our statement look, which never fails to grab attention and is always devoured first!
Whether you choose a professional grazing table company like ours to provide the service or you decide to DIY it, the key to a great graze is abundance, and of course, personality. Make sure it includes things you love and get creative with how to display it. So, gather and go forth and graze, because sharing never tasted so good.
Words by Sophie & James
Amazing Graze LTD. @amazinggrazeplatters.co.uk
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