At my wedding (in Canada) there was No fruitcake. My mother in law was disappointed, but too bad. We had the wedding cake made of teirs of chocolate and vanilla cakes. No fondant icing, just butter cream icing. And for deserts we also had 6 kinds of pie from Tim Hortons ! Everyone loved being able to choose coconut cream, boston cream or pumpkin pie as an alternative to the cake !Goofyernmost wrote:I believe that the biggest disappointment I ever had in my life was the time that, unaware of the tradition, I attended a wedding and reception in Canada. I had been craving sweats all day for some reason so I couldn't wait for the regular meal to be completed so that I could have some of that cake.
IT WAS FRUITCAKE! I almost cried. Didn't they want their guests to enjoy their meal? Who came up with that? Was it a cost saving measure since there would be so much left that they could use the remaining cake for the next wedding? Was it so that the bride and groom could save the top layer until their first anniversary and not even have to refrigerate it, much less freeze? Some things defy explanation, I guess.
Moral of the story...Don't get married or witness someone getting married if you are in Canada. It will all start off very badly.
Difference between a Fruitcake and a Cheesecake?
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Am I the only one here who doesn't mind fruitcake? It's not my favorite cake by any means, and some are definitely better than others, but I find some fruitcakes to be really tasty.
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Not at all. I was afraid to say anything because those of us who don't mind them are often maligned.BRWombat wrote:Am I the only one here who doesn't mind fruitcake? It's not my favorite cake by any means, and some are definitely better than others, but I find some fruitcakes to be really tasty.
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yo dude! I happen to have some premo claxton here. 1 week old.BRWombat wrote:Am I the only one here who doesn't mind fruitcake? It's not my favorite cake by any means, and some are definitely better than others, but I find some fruitcakes to be really tasty.
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like I sai before, a good fruitcake is perfect for the holidays!BRWombat wrote:Am I the only one here who doesn't mind fruitcake? It's not my favorite cake by any means, and some are definitely better than others, but I find some fruitcakes to be really tasty.
the trouble is, a lot of people think its a dessert.
I remember my grandaprents allowing the kids only a small taste at christmas. most of the adults had their slice with coffee.
I will admit that some of the hardned and stale stuff they pass off as fruitcake would turn you aginst it.
I do like the brandy or (of course) Rum fruitcake!
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And after you get done with them as wheel chocks, you can give them to someone else the next year.darph nader wrote:Fruitcakes are very handy. They make great car stands and/or wheel chocks. ;)
To be far, even if her first name had been Jennifer, having the last name Fruitcake would be kinda tragic. And imagine if she had a brother. Now, I take you somewhat seriously on this because I don't put it past people...hobie16 wrote:+
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But rum makes any cake better. It's kinda like MSG without all the health risks.GRUMPY PIRATE wrote:I do like the brandy or (of course) Rum fruitcake!
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Inflatable Fruitcake
It's festive, it's traditional and it's inedible - just like the real thing. Each vinyl fruitcake comes deflated with a 9-1/2" x 5-1/2" envelope and a decorative sticker, making it easy to send one to all of your friends and family! When inflated, this icon of old-fashioned baked goods is 8-1/2" x 5" x 4-1/2" and makes a great centerpiece for the holiday dinner table.
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Rather have an inflatable f c than a real one. Fruitcakes & pine floats... NOT on my want list. ;)hobie16 wrote:Inflatable Fruitcake
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My maternal grandmother made a fruitcake that was delicious. I asked my mom's older sister for the recipe because she had a copy. She had made a couple of changes, but it was still delicious. If I find it again, I'll pass it along.
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My father gave me a fruitcake from Solvang once that was absolutely delicious :) Must have been full of alcohol,but soooo good!
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