If there’s a part of the meal more fun than dessert, no one knows what it is, and the very essence of it is perfect for a wedding. Sweetness just goes well with sweethearts, and it’s all about choices. The days when a traditional wedding cake was the only acceptable wedding choice are far behind us, and Hudson Valley bakers delight in getting creative.
Dessert tables full of tarts and cookies? Donut wall? Multi-tiered cakes can be traditional fantasias of delicate fondant or postmodernist metallic marvels. Smaller cakes, for smaller weddings, offer the baker the chance to concentrate on your desired “wow” factor and execute it flawlessly. And just about anything you could want can be made gluten-free or organic in these parts.
Individualized desserts are a safety-forward option, but they’ve always made for a wonderful dining experience. Ice cream cones can be used for pudding, or fresh berries atop sponge cake. How about frothy ice cream shakes garnished with colorful cookies? Cake pops have become a fine art. Martini glasses are elegant filled with fruit and topped with chocolate. Cupcakes and mini-cakes can be served on monogrammed coasters.
For sugar- or gluten-free guests, consider adding a fruit station. Few things are lovelier than fruits and berries. Add yogurt and various options for toppings (chopped nuts, granolas, sprigs of mint) and guests can build their own healthy sweet treats.
You might want to plan on two servings per guest; individual serving containers make it easy to take something tasty home to savor alongside the memories.
adams fairacre farms
Hudson Valley, 845-336-6300 (Kingston), adamsfarms.com
Let us cater your special day. Our expert bakers will work with you to create the wedding cake of your dreams. Your special dessert, baked to perfection by us, will be a huge hit! Call or visit your local Adams store to schedule a consultation with our bakers.
agnes devereux catering
Staatsburg, 845-926-6059, agnesdevereuxcatering.com
Celebrating your wedding and the bounty of the Hudson Valley with delicious food, local and seasonal ingredients, and fifteen years of catering experience to shepherd you through the planning of a memorable day.
katie rose bakery
Hopewell Junction, 845-447-2144, katierosebakery.com
Love is Sweet. Our mission at Katie Rose Bakery is to provide dessert to all, no matter your dietary restriction. Everyone needs a little dessert. We would be honored to be a part of your special day, striving to make it a little extra sweet. Let us be your bakery to create something different and unique just for you and all your special events!
local artisan bakery
Kingston, 845-481-3860, localartisanbakery.com
Local Artisan Bakery celebrates the art of baking with local Hudson Valley ingredients. Our handcrafted goods are baked in small batches, with a constantly changing menu that features new flavors every week! Visit our bakery for sweet & savory treats, coffee & tea, and the Local Artisan Gift Collective—a curated collection of handmade gifts by local Hudson Valley artisans.
lydia’s cafe
Stone Ridge, 845-687-6373, lydias-cafe.com
Beautiful and delicious. See for yourselves what chef Roni can create for your special event by visiting our web page. Or better still, stop by Lydia’s Cafe in historic Stone Ridge and taste for yourselves. Specialty cakes, pies, and a whole host of goodies are yours for the asking.
main course catering
New Paltz, 845-255-2600, maincoursecatering.com
Main Course is a full-service caterer that can coordinate all wedding aspects including customized menus, décor, linens, and rentals. Under chef Bruce Kazan’s innovative leadership, a team of talented professionals creates the finest in catered events. Main Course, a leader in the sustainable food movement, uses small Hudson Valley purveyors to provide the freshest local, organic produce, free-range poultry, line-caught fish, and hormone-free meats.
