Something brand new for Brenda's Wedding Blog . . . everyday I either see or hear about truly amazing dessert and food inspiration and I thought I should dedicate a section on the blog just for it. Plus, I love when a bride and groom goes for something a bit untraditional and puts their own twist on the wedding food. Maybe instead of cakes, they choose pies for dessert. Or, several wedding cakes displayed on cake pedestals. Or, maybe it's a self-serve taco bar for dinner. Whatever it might be, I'll start showcasing some great wedding food for you here {with recipe links when available}. So, here it is - hope you like it.
And . . . I have just launched The Sweet Treats Directory. This is a growing list of bakeries, cupcakeries and cookie shops across the US, Canada and International countries. Please see the menu to the right to select your area. If you would like to be listed, please email me at bestweddingsites{at}gmail{dot}com
Madeline's Weddings and Events in Canada is well-known for their amazing candy bar displays, but when I saw this one, I knew I had to showcase it for you. I love the candy bars, dessert bars, and cookie bars. But, here's a chocolate bar display for you that's laid out beautifully.
Wedding Chocolates, Wedding Sweet Treats Over on the main blog today, I'm featuring some beautiful eye candy from Caroline Tran. I decided I'd carry some of the eye candy from the same wedding over to the Wedding Edibles section today. Isn't the mini cake just adorable? Of course, this cake wouldn't feed the 200+ guests, so matching cupcakes were made. I love the frosting on these cupcakes, so different and unique than the typical piped frosting. And, the signage is from Indigo Bunting and the cake was created by Beverly's Best Bakery.
To see more of this wedding from Caroline Tran, please click here.
Photography Feature, Wedding Cakes, Wedding Cupcakes Decorating soft-frosted cakes, cupcakes, brownies and cookies has now become so much easier. The new decorative edible sheets of icing from ticings™ are as simple as "peel and press" to add modern design features to your desserts. You can purchase your edible icing sheets in either full single sheets or rounds. And, the best part about ticings™ is they are manufactured in the USA and they are FDA and kosher approved and gluten-free.
Special for Valentine's Day: You can buy (1) standard ticings™ valentine assortment sheet plus your choice of (1) valentine sugar or natural artisan raspberry sugar for only $15.95 + tax/shipping (while supplies last). That is enough to decorate one dozen standard size cupcakes! And, if you order by February 6th, you will receive it in time for holiday delivery.
From Better Homes and Gardens - here's a wonderful selection of make-ahead wedding shower hors d'oeuvres that are easy and will offer your guests a variety to choose from. These single bite hors d'oeuvres have very few ingredients and can each be prepared in less than 30 minutes.
Hors D'Ouevres, Recipes I just had to share with you this presentation of the cake for a New Hampshire outdoor wedding seen at Country Living. I don't think I've seen anything like it before. What do you think? Would you attempt having your cake higher than the main table? This cake is on top of two vintage metal tables that serve as cake stands for the cake itself and buttercream-frosted cupcakes. And, the maple syrup favors also did double-duty as place cards. You can see more of the wedding here.
Edible Favors, Wedding Cakes I've been seeing this a lot lately for winter weddings and I love the idea of serving your guests something warm. Maybe it's at dessert time and you want something a bit more special than the typical regular coffee/tea? Or, maybe if the weather is extra chilly, why not greet your guests with a nice warm drink as they enter the reception?
from Country Living: Block Island Fog, Vanilla Café au Lait, White Spiced Coffee, Spiced Warm Cider
Recipes, Wedding Drinks Something sweet to end the week with . . . chocolate cake recipes that are perfect for the winter months. And, with Valentine's Day coming I thought these would be perfect for the special day. They'd also be wonderful additions to the sweet table at bridal showers too.
from Country Living:
Deep Dark Chocolate Cake, Hot Chocolate Meringue Cake,
"Hot" Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Cream Cakes
Recipes, Wedding Chocolates, Wedding Desserts I'm loving these great holiday homemade food gift and/or favor options from Better Homes and Gardens. They'd be perfect to either serve at an intimate wedding, a bridal shower, a holiday party or to give as hostess gifts. Links to the recipes follow the photos.
Soft Honey Nougat, Italian Nut Biscotti Sticks, Holiday Cheese Straws,
Chocolate Doughnut Delights, Peppermint Sticks, Cran Crackle Bars
DIY Goodies, Recipes, Wedding Favors & Gifts Today I'm featuring a beautiful fall engagement shoot from Rebecca Photographer in Vancouver, BC on the main blog, but when I was taking a peek thru Rebecca's blog I came across the gorgeous wedding of Jacqueline and Brandon. They had the most unique idea that I just had to share. Instead of the typical "cocktail hour", this couple chose to warm up their guests with Earl Grey and homemade scones served on the vintage teacups the bride collected. LOVE THIS! You see the entire wedding of Jacqueline and Brandon here.
Photography Feature, Wedding Drinks, Wedding Sweet Treats cocktail hour, unique wedding idea Christina of Intimate Weddings has created yet another terrific DIY Favor - homemade caramel corn in an adorably decorated tin. For the recipe and complete step-by-step instructions, please click here.
For the DIY Favor . . . Christina shares with you on her blog a lovely way to present the caramel corn with complete instructions and even free printable labels for the package from Nanette of SweetPea Baby.
above photos courtesy of Intimate Weddings
DIY Goodies, Edible Favors, Wedding Sweet Treats DIY favors, caramel corn, edible wedding favors 
