Ep 6. Cake Walk
- TVG
- September 21, 2006
- 21 min
In the sixth episode of the first season of Ace of Cakes, titled "Cake Walk," viewers are treated to another round of high-stress, high-stakes cake decorating. The episode kicks off with Duff Goldman, the chief baker and owner of Charm City Cakes, fielding a frantic phone call from a client who needs a cake in just two days. Duff and his team scramble to pull off the job, which involves creating a replica of a luxury yacht that will be used as the centerpiece of a lavish party.
As the clock ticks down, tensions run high in the Charm City Cakes kitchen. One of the decorators accidentally smudges the cake's edible wallpaper, prompting a five-alarm freakout from Duff himself. But despite the setbacks, the team manages to pull off the yacht cake in time for the event, which is a roaring success.
But that's not the only cake drama in this episode. Duff also gets a request to create an extravagant birthday cake for a self-described "cake princess," who wants a confection that's fit for royalty. The Charm City Cakes crew creates a six-tiered masterpiece decorated with edible gold dust, fresh flowers, and a hand-sculpted fondant crown. But as the delivery date approaches, disaster strikes: the cake tilt while travelling in the car.
Thankfully, the team is able to re-decorate the damaged layers and make the cake look as good as new. And when they present it to the client, she is over the moon with joy and gratitude. The episode ends with a group shot of the Charm City Cakes crew, exhausted but triumphant after another successful week of cake-making.
Overall, "Cake Walk" is an exciting and entertaining episode of Ace of Cakes, showcasing the creative and technical skills that go into creating truly amazing cakes. Despite the challenges and setbacks, Duff and his team are committed to delivering top-quality cakes that exceed their clients' expectations. It's clear that these bakers, decorators, and designers are truly passionate about their craft, and it's a joy to watch them in action.