When my nephew married (New York State), there was the traditional cake, but the bride's mother came around to each table, passing homemade cookies. Was at another wedding where there was no cake. Instead, after the buffet meal, another buffet was set with an enormous display of baked goods. Everything from cream puff and pastries, tarts, cookies, provided by a bakery. Between the open bar and the sugar overload, EVERYONE was having a good time. It was unique and very memorable.