"Let them eat cake."

Or not.

Originally I had planned to post a bunch of wedding cake photos to give you an idea of the difference between pretty and tasty. After looking through my files from the last 10 months I realized there's definitely a trend lately that bucks the tradition.

More couples are passing on the traditional cake either replacing it with a wonderful dessert or even an array of amazing options from the best pastry chefs.

As a New Orleans wedding photographer I always look forward to the cake but with this new trend I get a chance to sample so many delicious desserts. Without further ado here are some of the cakes I rounded up. Some are fondant and others with traditional icing. Frankly I am not a fan of fondant cakes as they tend to be high on looks and low on taste.

At a wedding a few years ago I had the best tasting cake ever. When I asked the bride where she found this bundle of joy I was surprised beyond belief. Whole Foods. Yes, Whole Foods Chantilly berry cake. White cake and real whipped frosting with fresh berries. I am certainly not knocking fondant cakes but man they can't hold a candle to this one. 

The choice is up to you. If you are looking to save some money and provide a beautiful and delicious cake I'd recommend talking with Whole Foods.

Cakes and Desserts by the following vendors:

Whole Foods

Broussards Restaurant

Haydels

An Alternative to Whole Foods if you want to "shop local" is the Gentilly Cake at Rouse's Grocery. 

And of course it goes without saying...give me a call if you would like to discuss what I can do for you to help make your wedding memories everything you desire.  

504-920-8703

Pamela Reed

New Orleans Wedding Photography