Ep 14. Harry Potter in the Big Apple
- TVG
- October 29, 2009
Ace of Cakes follows the life of Duff Goldman and his team of dessert artists at Charm City Cakes in Baltimore, Maryland. In season 7 episode 14, titled Harry Potter in the Big Apple, the team heads to New York City to create a cake for the premiere of the seventh Harry Potter movie, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1.
The episode begins with Duff and his team discussing the upcoming project and their excitement for being a part of the Harry Potter phenomenon. They brainstorm ideas for the cake, taking inspiration from the Hogwarts Great Hall and other iconic elements from the series.
Once in New York, Duff and his team visit the premiere venue, where they get a sense of the scale and style of the event. They also meet with representatives from Warner Bros. and discuss the expectations for the cake.
Back in the shop, the team works tirelessly to make their vision come to life. They sculpt fondant figures of the main characters, including Harry, Ron, and Hermione, as well as other magical creatures like the Golden Snitch and Hedwig the owl. They create intricate details on the cake, such as stained glass windows and floating candles, all while making sure the cake is structurally sound and can withstand the journey to New York.
The pressure mounts as the deadline approaches, but the team perseveres and delivers a stunning cake that perfectly captures the magical world of Harry Potter. The cake is unveiled at the premiere to great fanfare and Duff and his team bask in the excitement and pride of their achievement.
Throughout the episode, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the design process and the hard work that goes into creating a masterpiece like this. The team's creativity, skill, and attention to detail are on full display, as they push the boundaries of what can be done with cake and fondant.
Overall, Harry Potter in the Big Apple is a fun and exciting episode of Ace of Cakes that will appeal to fans of both the show and the Harry Potter franchise. It showcases the team's talents and their ability to create stunning works of art that are as visually impressive as they are delicious.
