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Help Chef Denis Martig Find His Photo of Elvis and Priscilla Presley's Wedding Cake Presentation 

5/9/2013

 
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Help Chef Denis Martig Find His Photo of Elvis and Priscilla Presley's Wedding Cake Presentation 

By Pamela Denney
May 6, 2013

In a city like Memphis where connections to Elvis are commonplace, Chef Denis Martig’s story still stands out.

 I learned about Martig’s relationship with Elvis in an email with the subject tag “Researching a Very Special Picture.” Now an internationally recognized pastry chef consultant living in his home country of Switzerland, Martig’s Elvis story dates back to 1967 when he worked at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas.

 Here is some of what he wrote in his email: 

 "I was employed by the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas in the capacity of pastry chef when I was called on to make the wedding cake for Elvis and Priscilla Presley. During the event, the bridal couple was presented to a large group of photographers in front of the wedding cake. At that time, I was introduced to the couple; we shook hands and had a brief chat. Dozens of flashlights went off precisely on that instant. Ever since that day I have been trying to get a copy of that picture. I have tried everything and thought just maybe your magazine would have a negative of that shot. Sadly, Memphis magazine doesn’t have a photo archive that dates back to 1967, so I’m hoping someone in Memphis or the extended Elvis community can help Chef Martig find his treasured photo. If you have any suggestions, please pass them along." 


In the meantime, here is Martig’s description of the couple’s wedding cake:

“The cake itself was a yellow sponge cake. Each layer was filled twice with apricot marmalade and a kirsch flavored Bavarian cream. All the layers were glazed with kirsch flavored fondant icing and decorated with royal icing and marzipan roses.”

source: online blog from the Memphis Magazine

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    Priscilla Beaulieu Presley, was born May 24, 1945. Priscilla met Elvis on September 13, 1959 while her Army Father was stationed in Germany and in March 1963 Priscilla moved into Graceland.

    Elvis and Priscilla married in Las Vegas on May 1, 1967 and their Daughter Lisa Marie Presley was born on February 1, 1968. Elvis and Priscilla divorced on October 9th 1973.

    After Elvis, Priscilla opened a Boutique, Bis & Beau with friend, Olivia Bis. In 1985 Priscilla released her book "Elvis & Me" and a movie was later made from Priscilla's book in the year 1987. On March 1, 1987 she had a son, Navarone with screenwriter, Marco Garibaldi.

    Priscilla has been an Actress and is known for her roles in: Melrose Place, Love is Forever, Dallas, The Naked Gun, and Spin City. Priscilla was a Contestant on the ABC TV show "Dancing With The Stars" in 2008. Priscilla was sadly eliminated from "Dancing With The Stars" at week five. Priscilla's most recent acting work was in the 2012 London Play "Snow White" where she played The Wicked Queen. Priscilla will be back to play The Wicked Queen in December 2014. 

    Priscilla's latest ventures included a 1991-2000  line of seven women's fragrances, a 2006 Bedroom linen Collection, and a 2011-2013  jewelry line which has been sold through QVC and at Graceland. Most recently in 2012 she worked with The H-Studio in LA to design a line of Modern Gothic type furniture and home decor accessories. In 2013 Priscilla and photographer, 
    Christopher Ameruoso, published a book: 'Shades of Elvis' which features over 75 celebrities posing with a pair of Elvis Presley's famous sunglasses.

    Today Priscilla enjoys being a Grandmother to twin Granddaughters, Harper and Finley which were born to Lisa and husband Michael Lockwood October 7, 2008. Priscilla also enjoys being involved with charity work and currently is an ambassador with The Dream Foundation.

    Connect with Priscilla at:
    http://www.priscillapresley.com


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    Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville, President Caroline Pratt and Priscilla Presley.

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