Ep 4. A Tale of Three Cities / Gift Boxes & Rock Climbing Cakes

A Tale of Three Cities / Gift Boxes & Rock Climbing Cakes is the fourth episode of season 4 of Amazing Wedding Cakes. In this episode, the bakers take on a variety of challenges, creating stunning cakes for weddings in three different cities.

First up, the bakers travel to New York City to create a cake inspired by the famous landmark, the Empire State Building. The couple getting married in the city are huge fans of the iconic building, and want their cake to reflect that. The bakers have their work cut out for them, as they attempt to recreate the intricate details of the building on a cake. From the spires to the windows, every detail must be perfect. Can the bakers deliver a cake that lives up to the couple's expectations?

Next, the bakers head to Los Angeles to create a gift box cake for a couple's wedding shower. The bride-to-be is a big fan of designer handbags, so the bakers plan to incorporate that into the cake design. They create a cake that looks like a stack of gift boxes, each one with a different surprise inside. The top box features a stunning cake replica of a designer handbag, complete with edible gold hardware. The bakers hope that their cake will be the perfect centerpiece for the wedding shower and that the bride-to-be will be thrilled with it.

Finally, the bakers travel to the mountains of Colorado to create a rock climbing themed cake for an adventurous couple. The bride and groom are avid climbers, so the bakers plan to create a cake that reflects their love of the sport. They start by sculpting a mountain out of cake, with a rock climbing wall leading up to the top. The climbers on the cake are modeled after the couple themselves, with edible ropes and carabiners. The bakers hope that their cake will be a showstopper at the couple's wedding and that it will be a fun and creative way to celebrate their love for each other.

Throughout the episode, the bakers face a variety of challenges, from creating intricate details to transporting delicate cakes across the country. They also share tips and tricks for creating stunning wedding cakes, from working with fondant to creating realistic edible decorations. In the end, the bakers hope that their cakes will help make their clients' wedding day even more special.