Why a Wedding Cake?

NicoleMaui Photography

Maui Wedding Photographer-  Nicole Sanchez owner of Behind The Lens Maui captured these “Wedding cake Photos”. The wedding cake pictures were taken at a local Maui wedding this September.

 

Why a Wedding Cake?

Beginning in early Roman times, the cake has been a special part of the wedding celebration. A thin loaf was broken over the bride’s head at the close of the ceremony to symbolize fertility.  The wheat from which it was made, symbolized fertility and the guests eagerly picked up the crumbs as good luck charms.  During the Middle Ages, it became traditional for the couple to kiss over a small cluster of cakes.  Later, a clever baker decided to amass all these small cakes together, covering them with frosting.  Thus, the modern tiered cake was born.  Also visit our section on “Choosing your Wedding Cake.”