A cake stand is a decorative plate, sometimes elevated on legs or a pedestal, used to display and store a Cake. Cake stands are designed to draw attention to a dessert by elevating it closer to eye level and setting it apart from everything else on the table.
Cake stands are made from a variety of materials including, glass, metal, crystal and ceramic.http://marthamoments.blogspot.com/2006_11_01_archive.html
Cake stands were first mentioned in print in the 1600s when they were referred to as "salvers". The original purpose of the cake stand had little to do with cake or decoration. They were used to serve everything from food to beer to guests. These serving trays were thought to help reduce spills on carpets and guests' clothing.http://marthamoments.blogspot.com/2006_11_01_archive.html Salvers, or cake stands as they were later to be called, were introduced into the United States in 1770 and they quickly gained popularity for their style and functionality.http://marthamoments.blogspot.com/2006_11_01_archive.html
Practical Use
A home cake stand, is traditionally used for storing cakes. But it also serves as storage for various Breads and Pastries. Made from a variety of materials, traditionally the cake stand has an elevated base with a detachable see-through dome covering. The dome serves as a shield to elements such as dust. The domed cake stand also keeps desserts fresher.
Decorative Use
The Cake Stand is also a common display at Weddings and other festive events such as a Birthday or celebrations. Some cake stands feature multiple levels, rotating bases, and decorative shapes and themes. Some Cake stands even double as a punch or Refreshment Bowl.
Cake stands may be used exclusively for decoration. Martha Stewart recommends filling cake stands with candles and seasonal decorations rather then desserts.http://marthamoments.blogspot.com/2006_11_01_archive.html
Cake Decorating Stand
A demonstration is given showing the usefulness and versatility of the Cake Stacker turntable and cake table in one. This table can be used as a functional cake stand or a as a turntable used to turn a cake while decorating. These tables can make the job of cake decoration easier.
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Made from various materials including glass and plastic
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Some stands double as a punch bowl
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Available in round and square designs
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used to be reffered to as "salvers"
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were first manufactured in the United states in 1770
