By Kate Donovan, Brides
One surefire way to up the ante at a destination wedding
reception: feature the foods, flowers, and other ephemera that make the
special spot where you’re saying your “I dos” famous. The pièce de
résistance (aka your wedding cake)
is the perfect moment to showcase seasonal elements like fruit and
fresh blooms that are native to the region. Whether you’re exchanging
vows by the ocean at a Caribbean resort or walking down the aisle at a
mountaintop chalet, do a little research about the area where you’re getting married (taste-testing, anyone?) and let your creativity run wild!
[post_ads_2]Romantic Amalfi Coast
Fresh
lemons (a mainstay of this picturesque, Southern Italian coastline) are
a perfect accent to this elegant cake. Make sure to spotlight tangy
citrus notes in the flavor profile by using lemon curd or blood
orange-infused filling, or feature a light, herbaceous flavor like
rosemary in the cake itself.
Beach Party in Tulum
Fresh
bougainvillea blooms (native to equatorial climates like Mexico) add a
lush, colorful touch to a simple buttercream cake. Go for a classic
Caribbean cake flavor like tres leches or riff on a spiced Mexican hot cocoa with a chocolate-cinnamon-chili cake.
[post_ads_2]Retro Palm Springs
Tropical
monstera leaves in a graphic pattern add a mid-century modern touch to
this modern multi-tiered cake. A pale pink interior (strawberry or pink
lemonade-flavored) is a great contrast to the bright green leaves, and
amps up the cool, 1960s vibe.
English Garden Soirée
Overflowing with berries and roses, this naked layer cake
has a luscious, handmade (and dare we say—delicious) look and feel. Go
with a subtle rose flavoring or a berry-studded fresh cream to
accentuate the fresh-from-the-garden vibe.
[post_ads_2]Rustic Summer in Provence
Springs
of lavender and olive leaves adorn this South-of-France inspired tiered
cake. For the flavors, single out delicate floral notes of lavender or
consider an aroma-rich, olive oil-infused cake (it’s delicious,
really!).
