Ep 9. Working at the Car Wash

In Cake Boss season 7 episode 9, titled "Working at the Car Wash," viewers follow the staff of Carlo's Bakery as they prepare for a special event with Buddy's son, Marco. Marco has recently graduated high school and is celebrating his achievement with a car wash fundraiser. The bakery staff is tasked with creating a cake that fits the theme of the event while also being large enough to feed the expected crowd.

The episode begins with Buddy and his staff discussing the cake's design and flavor. They decide on a car-themed cake that will incorporate a car wash and bubbles. Buddy assigns the task of making the car-shaped cake to his head baker, Mauro. The rest of the staff is tasked with creating cupcakes and cookies that also fit the car wash theme and will be sold at the fundraiser.

As the bakery staff begins to work on the cake, tension arises between Mauro and his assistant, Joey. Joey is eager to learn new techniques and take on more responsibilities in the bakery, but Mauro is hesitant to let him take the lead on such a high-profile project. Despite this, Joey continues to push himself and shows that he is capable of creating intricate details for the cake.

Meanwhile, Buddy's sister, Mary, is in charge of the cupcake and cookie displays for the fundraiser. She enlists the help of Buddy's daughter, Sofia, to create car-themed decorations for the treats. Sofia is excited to help and shows off her artistic skills by creating fondant cars and traffic signs.

As the car wash fundraiser begins, the bakery staff is eager to present their creations to the attendees. The car-themed cake is a showstopper, with Joey's contributions standing out as particularly impressive. The cupcakes and cookies also sell out quickly and are a hit with the customers.

Throughout the episode, viewers also get a glimpse into the personal lives of the Carlo's Bakery staff. Buddy shares a touching moment with Marco as he reminisces about his own son's graduation, and Mauro discusses his struggles with disciplining his teenage daughter. These moments add depth and relatability to the show's characters, making them more than just bakers but also human beings with their own joys and challenges.

Overall, "Working at the Car Wash" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the talent and creativity of the Carlo's Bakery staff. The car-themed cake and treats are impressive and add a fun twist to the typical bakery creations. The personal moments shared by the staff make the episode even more enjoyable to watch.