The search for the greatest Miami wedding cake is on. It's not just about getting something that suits your wedding theme, it's about getting something that turns heads. In other words, you're interested in obtaining the grandest and most extravagant cake you can find that corresponds to your wedding cake budget.

If you're more concerned with appearance than taste, you'll have no trouble locating a suitable wedding cake. There are hundreds of visually-adept bakeries in Miami who can accommodate this request. They even offer cost-effective methods which still provide you with a gorgeous-appearing cake for a low price. You could do things such as: faux cardboard tiers, an entirely fake cake, and cheat sheets which are served to the guest's behind the scenes.

All of these methods generally indicate a lesser-tasting cake. Why spend money on something that looks great but tastes like sawdust? You can easily find a cake that tastes fantastic and looks good – perhaps it won't win any cake decorating contests, but your guests don't care about that. They're way more concerned with having to consume it in the end, and therefore you shouldn't sacrifice taste quality for visual factors. The only way to ensure that you're not stuck with something unpalatable is through conscientious sampling consultations and thorough interviews.

Asking your Miami bakery the right questions will secure cake success. Inquire about the creation process – how soon before the wedding date will they begin to make your cake? If they say longer than a week, chances are you're going to end up with a stale, slightly defrosted wedding cake monstrosity. The cake should be made no more than 4-5 days prior, and even this is pushing it. The shorter amount of time it takes them, the fresher the cake will be.

Make sure that the bakery uses only the freshest ingredients. If you want something that tastes unbelievable, stick with buttercream and stay away from fondant. Fondant is detested by the more celebrated cake artists for it's poor taste quality. It's easy to work with and thus many of the small-time bakeries depend on it rather than take the time to embellish their designs with buttercream - which can be a little trickier. Before you begin to contact Miami bakeries, check out our suggestions below. For more information on wedding cakes, visit our “Wedding Cake” section at 1WeddingSource.com.

Cake Designs by Edda (305-666-6999; www.cakedesignsbyedda.com)
“Your Wish is Our Creation.” Cake Designs by Edda is a great place to find a wedding cake that is both creative and beautiful. The company has been family owned and operated from the beginning and has served Miami for more than 30 years. Their wedding cakes have been featured in various publications such as Martha Stewart, InStyle, Wedding Style, and even televised on NBC and CBS. There reputation says it all. Put your faith in Cake Designs and find the ideal wedding cake. They're open Monday through Saturday and can get pretty swamped, so play it safe and call to make an appointment.

Elegant Temptations (305-305-1350; www.eleganttemptations.com)
They know how to make a cake sure to impress your wedding guests. Their designs are out of this world, rich in detail and execution. They know how to find the right balance between both elegance and innovation, and are quite capable of making something new for your wedding reception. Look no further, this is THE place to get a wedding cake that will make your guests say “wow.” Call or email rosie@eleganttemptations.com for more information or to make an appointment.

Ana Paz Cakes (305-471-5850; www.anapazcakes.com)
Ana Paz was born and raised San Juan, Puerto Rico. She has been making cakes with her mother since she was a little girl. The business is completely family operated by Ana, her husband, and her three daughters, 1 of which is a graphic designer and the other who is a professional wedding consultant. Each and every one of their designs are simple and aesthetic, and you'll be amazed to see what they're capable of. But don't take our word on it, visit their website and see what they're all about.