A growing tradition at many wedding receptions is the Groom's Cake. Unlike the formal, many-tiered Bride's Cake, the Groom's Cake is usually chocolate (although originally most all Groom's Cakes were dark, rich fruitcakes).

The cake often depicts a theme pertinent to the Groom's interest. Popular choices are hunting or fishing scenes, his college mascot or logo, sailboats, even a football, basketball, or baseball. But for a couple with a sense of humor, don't be surprised to see a cake resembling a ball and chain, or even a bed with a tiny wedding veil and a top hat perched on the pillows!