Wedding Cakes

Bringing Cake Into the Heart of Your Wedding Catering

The wedding cake isn’t just dessert — it’s often the most photographed, talked-about, and symbolically rich part of your entire reception. When paired seamlessly with your catering, the cake becomes more than a sweet finale. It becomes a design element, a conversation starter, and a reflection of the couple’s taste, both literally and visually.

At NY Susan Kitchen, we treat wedding cakes as an extension of the dining experience. It’s not something you order separately — it’s part of the mood, the flavor journey, and the aesthetic of the day. We start planning cake design alongside the menu, and we build those details into the full event flow. Our catering resources can help couples think through every layer — from flavor pairings to floral styling to guest timing.

Creating a Visual and Culinary Centerpiece

Each of our cakes is created with the event’s overall tone in mind. Whether you’re serving a rustic outdoor dinner or a glam ballroom reception, the cake should feel like it belongs in that world. That’s why our luxury custom wedding cakes are made in close collaboration with our culinary and design teams.

We’ve created metallic tiers that mirror gold accents in flatware, floral cakes that echo the bridal bouquet, and minimalist white-on-white cakes that sit quietly in the background — until the lights hit them just right. Every decision, from the type of buttercream to the shape of the base, supports the bigger picture.

The Cake Table Is Part of the Design

You don’t need a stage to make a cake stand out — you just need the right context. When the floral design, catering tableware, and overall styling are all part of one plan, the cake becomes a centerpiece without trying.

Our floral design services allow couples to bring harmony between their food, décor, and wedding cake. It might be a simple trailing eucalyptus runner on a cake cart, or a full floral frame that makes the cake table feel like a photo installation.

We also factor in light, placement, and camera angles — especially if the cake is being featured in video. Our planners often coordinate the cake reveal around golden hour or just before first dances, ensuring the moment is natural, not rushed.

Setup, Service, and the Sweetest Timing

A beautiful cake can’t just look good — it has to show up on time, slice well, and serve everyone without a mess. That’s where execution matters. We handle everything from delivery and table setup to plating and cleanup, so the couple and guests can stay focused on the celebration.

Our team uses tools from our equipment rentals collection to make sure presentation stays sharp. This includes elevated stands, styling trays, and discreet barriers for outdoor events — especially helpful in warm months when cakes need extra care.

How Cake and Menu Work Together

Your wedding cake should reflect the style of your event, but it should also complement what came before it. That’s why we develop menus and cake designs side by side. A light summer menu with fresh herbs and citrus might lead to a lemon elderflower cake with floral accents. A winter feast could end with a spiced chocolate tier wrapped in velvet buttercream.

These flavor stories make the event feel cohesive. When couples browse our photography-friendly catering, they often choose cake designs that not only taste good but look stunning in both the main photos and the small, unposed ones.

If videography is involved, we’ll work with the film crew to capture the right moments — from cutting the cake to first bites and frosting swirls. Our experience with video-integrated catering services helps ensure timing, lighting, and angles all align.

Fitting the Cake to the Space

A towering cake belongs in a high-ceiling ballroom. A tier of tarts might make more sense for a rooftop or gallery space. We’ve worked in a wide range of NYC venues and can help couples decide what scale fits their location. With years of experience at venues and event spaces across the city, we design cake tables that complement the flow and architecture of the room.

We also keep logistics in mind — such as elevator access, refrigeration timing, and traffic between tables — to make sure the cake setup doesn’t interfere with service or video production.

Inclusive Cake Design for All Celebrations

Not every wedding follows the same playbook. That’s why our cake and catering services are designed to reflect all kinds of love stories. From modern elopements to bold, color-forward pride celebrations, we design cakes that feel like the couple — not just the theme.

Our team frequently collaborates with clients using our LGBTQ+ event services to design cakes with vibrant color palettes, non-traditional flavors, or expressive details. Whether it’s a shared favorite flavor or a nod to your cultural background, we build that into the layers.

Corporate and Milestone Cakes

Wedding-style cakes aren’t just for weddings. We’ve created multi-tier cakes for anniversary dinners, workplace retirement parties, and brand milestone celebrations. These moments benefit from the same level of care — and they become even more memorable when the cake is made with the same quality and design principles we bring to our corporate catering services.

These events often include a short speech or toast, and the cake becomes part of the rhythm — a focal point to gather around and celebrate.

Make It Sweet, Make It Memorable

Not every cake needs to be formal or traditional. In fact, some of our most talked-about creations are playful, bold, or completely unexpected. For wrap parties, festival-themed weddings, or retro events, we’ve even incorporated nostalgic touches like interactive dessert carts.

One couple paired their signature wedding cake with one of our hot dog carts for a rooftop reception that felt like a modern-day picnic — playful, visual, and unforgettable.

When food and dessert are designed together, the result isn’t just a meal — it’s a moment. Let’s make it one worth capturing, cutting, and remembering.