Another perk to doing the just-short-of-elopement-size-wedding? I can afford a little more than sugared almonds for my guests’ favors. A few weeks ago I was browsing on Scoutmob’s site and came across Queen of Tarts. Well, actually I came across the words “homemade poptarts.” And a little internet research and much drooling later, I knew there was a reason to have a wedding (apart from the marriage bit), really really really good food.
So I called up the Queen of Tarts herself, and a few days later she delivered a delicious package of poptarts for me to try out – in the name of wedding research of course. Listen to this list of flavors: brandied cherry and ganache, ruby red (grapefruit) and vanilla, prosecco soaked fig with brie, port poached pear, hazelnut chocolate, apple tartin, blueberry and lemon. I thought, better not “risk” it. I better try them all. Again, for the sake of my guests. So I did what any decent (good, valiant, hungry) bride would do, and tried all of them. All. Of. Them.
I wasn’t alone in my careful, methodical approach to determining which flavors are best. I called in a team of experts:
Here’s what I decided. Forget the guests (sorry, guys!). I’m keeping these pastry goodies for myself. In exchange, you guys can take my dresses. I don’t plan to fit into them if I continue down Homemade Tart Lane for the next couple of weeks. C’est la vie. When it comes down to it, as much as I love fashion, I could (mayyyybe) live without it. I can’t live without delicious, heaven-sent food.
Do you want some too, readers? I believe the Queen ships her goodies stateside from Atlanta (sorry, international readers. I’d love to send you some!). To get in touch with her, just send her a message on her Queen of Tarts facebook page. A box of six tarts is just $19. Believe me, it’s a steal of a deal-iciousness.
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Oh, and guys! Thanks so so much for all your help picking out Cath’s maid-o-honor gown. #2 it is! We hear you loud and clear. We loved reading all your comments. We’ll show you how we end up customizing it!
Droooooling. Food >>>>>>Fashionz
these sound so delicious! mmmmmmmmmmm
and.can i just say, YAY for dress #2!!!
You are wise, sweet Lar. It’s hard to imagine anything better than homemade pop tarts.
hehe what a super cute food idea!!! yummy!!!
ooooh those look so noms!
What a wonderful idea! I may need to get married again just so I can have breakfast at the reception. and buy a new dress of course.
Also, definitely checking out Queen of Tarts next time I am in the city!!
#2 is the perfect dress and matches the asiancajuns style perfectly! How you ever found those homemade pop tarts is beyond me, but they sound amazing and like a perfect gift to send someone!
Om nom nom nom. now I’m hungry, and I just ate lunch!
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Wahoo! Thanks for mentioning Scoutmob:) Keep it up Lar, you’ll have a seriously kick ass wedding.
I’ve never ever ever had poptarts before. Ever. But when I hear the word, I can only think of America. Your lucky wedding guests. Edible wedding favours is a definitely win.
Yummy, those look amazing!
This restaurant by my house makes homemade poptarts and they are to die for. Very jealous!
omg. that is amazing. i need to stay far far far away
Those look absolutely amazing and such a great idea. I’ll be sure to check them out when I get my next paycheck!
These were SO YUMMMY! And the beer was awesome! I’m glad I could be a part of ya’ll special day! Congrats to Lar and Matt!