ISLAND WEDDING CUSTOMS - CAKE CUTTING

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CAKE CUTTING
In Hawaii, the cake cutting ritual has a beautiful tradition filled with Aloha. The wedding cake which is made of flour, formed from wheat, the staff of life, symbolizes a new life. Cutting the first slice of cake represents a commitment to share whatever path life takes. Giving each other a small piece of cake is a symbol of the vow of love, honor and respect.

According to one of Hawaii's wedding consultants, with this beautiful tradition behind the cake cutting ceremony, it is in very poor taste to mash a piece of wedding cake into your spouse's face. Your entire wedding day from the exchange of rings to throwing your bouquet is filled with tradition. Each part of your wedding day should be symbolic of your devotion to each other.