Ep 4. Four Weddings and a Rat
- TVG
- February 8, 2007
- 21 min
In season 2, episode 4 of Ace of Cakes, titled "Four Weddings and a Rat," viewers are taken behind the scenes of Charm City Cakes, a popular bakery in Baltimore, Maryland. The episode focuses on a variety of cake orders, ranging from a wedding cake for an unconventional couple to a cake for an exterminator convention.
First, viewers are introduced to a couple who want a unique wedding cake that reflects their love for horror movies. The Charm City Cakes team works to create a cake that incorporates movie themes and iconic horror elements. We see the challenges and intricacies that come with customizing cakes, such as sculpting a miniature zombie bride and groom. The team encounters a setback when one of their cake layers collapses, causing them to work quickly to salvage the dessert.
Next, the team is given the task of creating a cake for an exterminator convention. This cake is designed to look like a giant rat trap and includes realistic details, such as cheese and a fake rat. They also create cupcakes with designs inspired by various pests, such as cockroaches and ants.
Meanwhile, another couple comes to Charm City Cakes for a traditional wedding cake, but they have one unusual request: they want their wedding cake to be suspended from the ceiling and lowered during the reception. The team figures out how to make this unique cake idea come to life by using strong wires to hold the cake and carefully lowering it into place during the reception.
Throughout the episode, viewers are given a glimpse into the daily workings of the bakery, including the organization that goes into prepping for multiple orders at once and the friendly competition between coworkers to create the best cakes. Duff Goldman, the owner of Charm City Cakes, also makes an appearance to offer guidance and support to his team.
Overall, "Four Weddings and a Rat" showcases the creativity and talent behind Charm City Cakes as they work to create unique and custom cakes for their clients. The episode also highlights the challenges and potential setbacks that come with working in the industry, making it an interesting and entertaining watch for fans of the show.
