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5 Alternative Wedding Desserts That Take the Cake!

Friday, July 31, 2020

You’ve been there, ate that flat cookie cake. But a towering 12-layer cookie cake? That elevates the baked good for a wedding. For their version, Cute Cakes glues cookie disks together with silky buttercream frosting. Best news is it’s one of the …

How to Create the Perfect Dessert Bar at Your Wedding

Monday, November 18, 2019

(Florals: Compass Floral; Planner: White Lace Events & Design; Photo: Shane + Lauren Photography; Sweets: Sweet Cheeks Baking Company) By Becca Jones The desserts at your wedding should be as sweet as your “I dos.” Pecan diamonds, cheesecake shots, and pop tarts, …

Mike & Savannah’s Detailed US Grant Wedding

Thursday, August 1, 2019

Mike and Savannah’s big day was a testament that the little things do, in fact, add up—often in the most beautiful ways. “Our wedding theme was ‘all about the details,’” Savannah says. The couple designed a custom monogram to imprint their postage, …

Joe and Laura’s Casual Chic Escondido Wedding

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

After years of crushing on him since middle school, Laura mustered the courage to make the first move—she asked Joe to her high school’s winter formal. Many years later, they reunited in the Bay Area and picked up where the formal left …

Erica & Kyle’s Sentimental San Marcos Wedding

Friday, December 14, 2018

Kyle followed not only his heart but also Erica’s sweet tooth when, as part of her birthday dinner at Donovan’s Steakhouse in La Jolla, he surprised her with an off-menu dessert—a plate with the words “Will you marry me?” scripted in chocolate …

4 Wedding Cake Alternatives We Love

Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Got the cake blues? We don’t blame you. While wedding cake sampling seems like a great excuse to taste an infinite amount of desserts, after try number 50 with no luck of finding “the one,” red velvet doesn’t seem so tasty after …

scratch off card that reads "My Love" by Inklings Paperie

10 Hot Wedding Trends for Fall 2017

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

The latest and greatest for a bangin’ big day. 1. NAIL IT Make your new bling more Insta-worthy and get your fingers ready for their close-up with some amazing nail art, like this super-cute mani by Olive & June. #marrowmani 2. …

wedding cakes with simple, light icing on cake stands

How to Get the Wedding Cake of Your Dreams

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Cake artist Stevi Auble is also a formally trained interior designer, so it’s no surprise that her delectable creations are known for their modern, minimalist aesthetic. Here, the San Diego–based dessert designer gives her tips for getting the wedding cake of your …

Design Inspiration: Stunning Dessert Spreads

Monday, November 3, 2014

What a Spread! A pretty presentation is icing on the cake. And the cake is just the beginning.

Engagement Photos: Sweet as Pie

Thursday, May 15, 2014

This sweet as pie, San Diego couple captured their engagement photos at the chocolate lovers paradise, Eclipse Chocolate.

Event: US Grant Something Borrowed Bridal Brunch

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Some of our favorite words that start with the letter “b” include brides and brunch. The US Grant Hotel put them together flawlessly when they hosted their Something Borrowed Wedding Event & Bridal Brunch on Sunday March 23, 2014.

Desserts: Fourth of July Party

Thursday, July 4, 2013

The Fourth of July is the perfect holiday for trying out new recipes and traditions. While you may have a few of your go-to favorites already on the menu today, nothing says festive like plating up a new sweet treat.