Why You Need A Couture Wedding Cake For Your Big Day

Kiran Mandalia Of Cake Boulevard Talks About Trending Colours And Flavours.

ARTICLE BY : Nupur Sarvaiya

Is there anything better than a slice of pillowy soft, most drool-worthy cake topped with delicious frosting to celebrate your big day? If you’re looking for a way to wow your future in-laws, honour age-old traditions, create picture-perfect photo-op moments with an artistic cake or want to make your wedding party feel special, the sweet treats by Cake Boulevard will make an impression. Kiran Mandalia, behind the UK-based brand, has been awarded Cake Designer of the Year and has been featured in several leading publications and TV–and for a good reason. From introducing new concepts to unique flavours, her festive cakes can be made-to-order to suit every occasion and couple’s preferences, tastes and needs.

Fantastic flavours

?“The most popular is our Ferrero Rocher Mocha and Chocolate & Salted Caramel. Cinnamon & Caramel is another bestseller at Cake Boulevard. Our new star flavour that has shone bright of late is Rose & Pistachio.”

Colour story

“Couples who prefer a timeless piece should request a white cake with flowers to match the decor. If you want the cake to be on-trend, embrace colour. Cakes in deep shades of ombré or solids including reds, pinks and even black should not be dismissed.”

Future trends

“The upcoming wedding season will see a wide spectrum of trends. We have seen an increase in the demand for contemporary cakes with textured abstract art in a multitude of colours. Such designs are best suited for rustic style decor, which has also made a comeback. The cut-through cake trend, which was due to peak in 2020, has also flowed into 2022. There is also a shift towards the classic tall tiered cake of 6 layers, adorned with white-on-white detailing. Add to this the unforgettable waterfall of floral cascading down the cake, only this time continuing over the table and draping down the height of the table. I always insist on a face-to-face first meeting to understand our clients’ style. Their input is crucial, and I aim to address all their ideas with a bespoke creation, whenever possible.”

Avant garde cake

“The OTT cake will always remain close to my heart. And with the return of large-format weddings, I suggest this style to complement the essence of a vast space. The OTT cake is considered dramatic by the sheer height of 10 tiers with a base width of at least 2.5ft. Detailing is also a large element, with each tier having delicate artwork and in excess of 1,000 handcrafted or fresh flowers. We recently crafted a 15-layer cake with lights and flowers!”