When it comes to wedding desserts, cake may be the tradition, but it doesn’t have to be the rule. At Good Food Events + Catering, we believe dessert should be an experience. That’s why we’ve curated some of the most creative, interactive, and unforgettable dessert stations for weddings in the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
From chef-carved ice cream sandwiches to flaming donuts, these five showstopping dessert ideas will have your guests talking long after the last dance.
Classic Ice Cream Sandwiches, with a Twist
Our signature ice cream sandwiches, served from a minimalist station or passed butler-style, come with an upgraded finish: guests get to choose their topping “roll” for added texture and flavor.
Cookies are baked in-house, and the ice cream is crafted from scratch — everything from rich chocolate chip cookie bases to indulgent toppings like toffee, crushed candy bars, or rainbow sprinkles.
Simple, stylish, and universally loved.
Ice Cream Sandwich Carving Station
Yes, we carve ice cream. At this chef-attended station, frozen torchons of our house-made vanilla ice cream are chilled on a liquid nitrogen griddle, then hand-carved into perfect medallions to fit between your guests’ choice of fresh-baked cookies.
Once assembled, each sandwich is rolled in gourmet toppings like:
- Mini chocolate chips
- Rainbow sprinkles
- Crushed Oreos
- Toffee bits
It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia, flavor, and flair — and completely customizable.
The “Tart Cart”
Interactive, elevated, and elegant — the Tart Cart is a customizable dessert bar where your guests can build their own sweet creations.
Start with a chocolate or traditional tart shell, then fill it with:
- Chocolate mousse
- Lemon curd
- Vanilla pastry cream
Top it off with berries, white and dark chocolate shavings, toasted coconut, or almonds. The combinations are endless, and the experience is as fun as it is delicious.
Nitro Ice Cream Bar | Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream
Bring a little science to the sweet side. Our Nitro Ice Cream Bar uses liquid nitrogen to instantly freeze creamy ice cream blends while sending a cloud of cool fog over the station — talk about dramatic presentation!
Choose two bases like:
- Mint Chocolate Chip
- Chocolate Peanut Butter
- Peach Buttermilk
- Blueberry Cheesecake
- Vanilla Bean
- Chef’s Choice Sorbet (vegan)
It’s a modern twist on the ice cream bar, and your guests get to watch every scoop come to life in real time.
Donut Hole Flambé Station
Who needs cake when you can have donuts on fire? Our Donut Hole Flambé station is chef-attended and interactive — glazed donut holes are flambéed with a rich sauce made from rum, vanilla vodka, and brandy, then served warm over a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
It’s dessert and a show — and your guests will love the aroma, the presentation, and of course, the flavor.
Sweeten Your Tampa Bay Wedding Reception with Something Different
Your wedding dessert should be as memorable as the moment you say “I do.” From flaming donuts to frozen fog, these interactive wedding desserts are more than just delicious — they’re an experience your guests will remember (and Instagram) forever.
✨ Planning a wedding in Tampa or St. Pete or the surrounding area? Let us help you create a one-of-a-kind dessert station to end your evening on a sweet note.
📩 Contact Good Food Events + Catering at events@goodfoodtampa.com or fill out our inquiry form to start planning your dream dessert experience.