Here in the United States most couples participate in the traditional "cutting of the cake" with a traditional wedding cake. Have you ever wondered what other cultures eat? Let's take a quick trip around the world to find out!
Korea
Sweet Tteok; made from ground steamed rice covered in red bean powder. The rice is a symbol of the meals the couple will share together for the rest of their lives.
Britain
Fruitcake, it is soaked in cognac, with raisins, dates, prunes, and orange peel inside.
Germany
A wedding in Germany wouldn't be complete without a traditional Baumkuchen, which is often made in stacked rings but can also come in the shape of a rectangular cake or small squares.
Greece
In Greece they enjoy a flourless almond wedding cake filled with vanilla custard and fruit and topped with almonds. For those couples who aren't fans of sweeter desserts, sourdough wedding bread decorated with beads and flowers is an acceptable alternative to the traditional cake.
France
Croquembouche, a “cake” that is actually a tower of cream puffs covered in caramel. The word croquembouche means 'crunch in the mouth."
Norway
Rather than serve a cake, Norwegian wedding tradition is to serve a bread called
brudlaupskling. This tradition started when wheat flour was very difficult to find in Norway, so white bread was a true delicacy. This bread is topped with a mix of cheese, cream, and syrup and cut into pieces to serve to the guests.
Now I found all this info after doing a little research, if you have any additions/alterations please let me know. Have a tasty Tuesday! :)
