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Sugar Rush is a popular baking competition show, tailored for dessert lovers around the world. The show premiered on Netflix in 2018 and was hosted by the talented Hunter March. Along with him were two well-known celebrity judges, Adriano Zumbo and Candace Nelson, who made the experience even more exciting for the contestants.

The show is packed with a high energy vibe, with contestants competing against each other in a frantic race against the clock. Each episode is divided into different rounds, and the contestants are challenged to make different types of desserts in each round. The time limit is strictly enforced, which adds an extra layer of challenge to each round. The contestants are given varying amounts of time for each round, and the remaining time rolls over to the next round. This builds additional pressure on the contestants, as they have to not only deliver high-quality desserts but also ensure that they make the best use of their allotted time.

In the first round, the contestants are challenged to create a dessert using a particular ingredient, which varies in each episode. They have an hour to create their dessert, and the judges select two teams to proceed to the next round. The contestants have to be on their toes throughout the whole round, as the judges can eliminate them at any given moment.

The second round is the "Sweet and Savory" round, where the teams have two hours to create a dessert that showcases their baking skills. They have to incorporate a specific ingredient into their creations, which reinforces the challenge of using unusual ingredients to create unique desserts. The teams have to balance the sweet and savory flavors, exploring different textures and presentations to make their desserts stand out.

The final round is the "Cake" round, where the finalists are given three hours to create an elaborate cake. The twist in this round is that the contestants have to follow a particular theme or concept, which can be tricky to execute in the given time frame. The contestants have to demonstrate their mastery and creativity in this round, creating visually stunning cakes that are also delicious.

Throughout the show, the contestants are not only judged on the taste and presentation of their desserts, but the judges also evaluate their creativity and innovation in each round. The tension increases with each round, as teams may fall apart due to the pressure or lack of creativity, while others seem to thrive even under tough conditions. It isn't just the judges and the audience that are hooked to the show, even the contestants themselves become invested in the competition and develop an emotional connection with the desserts that they create.

In each episode, the judges have a guest judge (usually a celebrity or professional chef) to join them in their evaluations. The guest judge not only contributes to the critique of the contestants, but also shares their perspective on baking and the use of ingredients. It is always interesting to listen to these industry experts' insights and experiences, and hear how they perceive each contestant's creation.

Sugar Rush is an exciting baking competition show that is perfect for anyone who loves desserts, baking or competition shows. The show's vibrant atmosphere, high stakes challenges and a diverse cast of contestants, judges and guest judges make it a treat to watch. The show does an excellent job of keeping the audience engaged and invested in the contestants' stories and desserts, thus providing a voracious appetite for us to binge-watch the next episode. Sugar Rush is definitely worth watching if you're looking for a sweet escape from the mundane reality of daily life.

Sugar Rush is a series that ran for 3 seasons (32 episodes) between July 13, 2018 and on Netflix