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Hank Chinaski · 11-20-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ThurgreedMarshall

(I'm sure I will get no end of shit for this idea, but I'm okay with that.) Right now we've discussed maybe, instead of doing centerpieces on the tables, we would have larger (capable of serving 8-10 people--I think the one in the photo only serves 6), more intricate cakes in this style, with a white "pot" and appropriate flower colors:

I think it's kind of a cool idea. The one at our table would be bigger for the cake cutting and when it came time to eat wedding cake, the servers could just bring out cake cutters and people could serve themselves however much they wanted. I think it would work because the venue has different spaces for each of the dinner, dancing and the ceremony, so even though dinner will be outside in most-likely warm weather, the cakes (as centerpieces) only need to be on the tables during dinner.

What do you think? I'll be over here in my princess bed watching Grey's reruns while you think about it.

TM

the individual cakes will solve some worries I had. I'm allergic to lemon, ironweed hates chocolate, and flower's vegan, so 1 cake wouldn't work. on the down side, our wives want to sit together

Hank Chinaski · 11-20-2008, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by cheval de frise

I can't believe I'm saying this, but...women like to take home real floral centerpieces on the tables as souvenirs. At least that's what happened at my wedding, and most of the weddings I've been to. They also seem to like having a piece of the cake actually cut by the bride and groom. (Men generally couldn't care less. Sheet cake from the kitchen all the way, baby.)

Personally, I like the idea, but family relatives on the distaff side might be disappointed.

Now for the smart-ass comment: not enough flowers.

CDF

Edited to add: Congratulations! (I've DEFINITELY been gone for awhile...)

now i have to give actual advice- the table cakes are a great idea. each table has 4 couples, how does anyone expect a centerpiece.

the cake idea is something I"ve never seen, and something different is pretty rare. I say do it.

sebastian_dangerfield · 11-20-2008, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by robustpuppy

I remember when that Chandon used to be $12. (I invented liking that Chandon.)

The Piper Sonoma in the yellow label is $15 and it's a very good $15. It's a bit fruity and tart, but for that price, I'm more than satisfied with it.

leagleaze · 11-20-2008, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Mmmm, Burger (C.J.)

Welcome, newber.

Why thank you, oldber.

Hank Chinaski · 11-20-2008, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by leagleaze

Why thank you, oldber.

ummm, hot lez pulp cover avatars?

leagleaze · 11-20-2008, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

ummm, hot lez pulp cover avatars?

Well, sure, if you insist.

Here you go http://www.cynical-c.com/archives/bl...arpedwomen.jpg

Pretty Little Flower · 11-20-2008, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

the individual cakes will solve some worries I had. I'm allergic to lemon, ironweed hates chocolate, and flower's vegan, so 1 cake wouldn't work. on the down side, our wives want to sit together

Dear Hank,

I feel bad in advance that your wife will get drunk and openly hit on me. As you will know at the time, I will do nothing to encourage it. I hope that you will consider the fact I will spurn her and instead have extra-marital relations with Ironweed's wife a sign of respect.

Yours,

Flower

Hank Chinaski · 11-20-2008, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Pretty Little Flower

Dear Hank,

I feel bad in advance that your wife will get drunk and openly hit on me. As you will know at the time, I will do nothing to encourage it. I hope that you will consider the fact I will spurn her and instead have extra-marital relations with Ironweed's wife a sign of respect.

Yours,

Flower

translation: Ironweed's wife won't wear underwear, and given my short fuse problem, every second counts. so I'll pick her.

dtb · 11-20-2008, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

translation: Ironweed's wife won't wear underwear, and given my short fuse problem, every second counts. so I'll pick her.

My God, man. How do you come up with this stuff?

Ease up on that second dose, perhaps.

Replaced_Texan · 11-21-2008, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by ThurgreedMarshall

(I'm sure I will get no end of shit for this idea, but I'm okay with that.) Right now we've discussed maybe, instead of doing centerpieces on the tables, we would have larger (capable of serving 8-10 people--I think the one in the photo only serves 6), more intricate cakes in this style, with a white "pot" and appropriate flower colors:

I think it's kind of a cool idea. The one at our table would be bigger for the cake cutting and when it came time to eat wedding cake, the servers could just bring out cake cutters and people could serve themselves however much they wanted. I think it would work because the venue has different spaces for each of the dinner, dancing and the ceremony, so even though dinner will be outside in most-likely warm weather, the cakes (as centerpieces) only need to be on the tables during dinner.

What do you think? I'll be over here in my princess bed watching Grey's reruns while you think about it.

TM

I think it's an awesome and creative idea. I've only taken home centerpieces if I was a really, really good friend of the bride, and even then, it's not that common in the weddings I've been to. Quite honestly, I firmly believe that eliminating the flower budget (aide from a bouquet or two) isn't a bad idea at all. Usually, I'd recommend sending the flowers money over to the booze budget, but this is something people will remember. And bonus for cake lovers, there's always some weirdo at the table that doesn't want cake.

Oliver_Wendell_Ramone · 11-21-2008, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Replaced_Texan

I think it's an awesome and creative idea. I've only taken home centerpieces if I was a really, really good friend of the bride, and even then, it's not that common in the weddings I've been to. Quite honestly, I firmly believe that eliminating the flower budget (aide from a bouquet or two) isn't a bad idea at all. Usually, I'd recommend sending the flowers money over to the booze budget, but this is something people will remember. And bonus for cake lovers, there's always some weirdo at the table that doesn't want cake.

Hey now. Some of us "weirdos" are busy enough with the drinking that we don't need "cake." But I like the idea of shifting the flower budget...

Penske_Account · 11-21-2008, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by sebastian_dangerfield

2. 2. 2. It is great bottle and an even better bargain. $24 at the local package store for what I'd classify as a $50 bottle.

There's also a Chandon Napa for $22 that's really good.

Certainly Roederer Estates has a fine ancenstry but what's wrong with what the french call "champagne"? I had some Louis Roederer 02 last week, and understand why 02 is being hailed as the vintage of the century, so far. In a moment of prescience, back on September 18th I cashed out some investments in funds tied to the Dow and put the money into champagne so that I could drink well while the world went to hell, and, the investment is paying off, instead of being down five figures I am knee deep in French bubbly. At least a bottle a night, two on Saturdays.

Other recs:

Camille Saves, 02 in the magnums
Pierre Peters 99
Larmandier bernier blancs de blanc and 99.

Tonight though, in honour of the release of the Nouveau I am pouring some real Beaujolais. The Gamay grape is a honourable sort and needs to be recognized for more than the glorified grape juice of the Nouveau release. Instead some Fleurie from Pierre-Marie Chermette. Smashing!

Cheers,

P

Penske_Account · 11-21-2008, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Oliver_Wendell_Ramone

California, schmalifornia.

Notwithstanding my love of Champagne, I love anything Argyle too. i fondled a bottle of 05 Nuthouse Pinot tonight at the wine store. nttawwt.

greatwhitenorthchick · 11-21-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by cheval de frise

I can't believe I'm saying this, but...women like to take home real floral centerpieces on the tables as souvenirs. At least that's what happened at my wedding, and most of the weddings I've been to. They also seem to like having a piece of the cake actually cut by the bride and groom. (Men generally couldn't care less. Sheet cake from the kitchen all the way, baby.)

Personally, I like the idea, but family relatives on the distaff side might be disappointed.

Now for the smart-ass comment: not enough flowers.

CDF

Edited to add: Congratulations! (I've DEFINITELY been gone for awhile...)

Yeah, I really like the idea, but I think that some might be disappointed, as chevy notes. However, I think I might be inclined to say fuck 'em. It's something quite creative and not gimmicky, so if you and your "good bride" like the idea, do it.