Ep 10. Just Add Memories

Kelly, Hannah, and Darbie encounter a memory loss field trip in "Just Add Memories," the tenth episode of the first season of Just Add Magic. They come to realize that their respective memories are missing as they eat enchanted popcorn, having amnesia about a significant event in the past. Meanwhile, Jake is concerned about his father's disappearance which prompts the girls to assist him in finding clues to his disappearance. On their mission to seek their missing memories, they are confronted by other students also dealing with memory loss.

In the mythical village, they learn that Mama P's cookbook has some answers about how to recover their lost memories. Mama P teaches them about a special spice that can unlock memories obtained via food—that is if they can find the substance. Despite the dangers of the mission, their lives are on the line, but they push on to obtain the spice at any cost. However, in the process of getting the spice, they find a piece of advice they didn't expect.

Upon retrieving the spice, they meet Jake, who reveals to them that he has memory loss too. The spice works like a charm, and the group is transported back to the missing day—the day that Kelly's grandmother met Mama P and became her apprentice. They see the event play out and experience all the wonderful moments—including a heartwarming speech from Mama P about her love for cooking.

Upon returning to reality, the group's memories are restored, and they realize that they are dealing with a new villain. The person who stole their memories is a person related to the chicken curry situation. Kelly concocts a plan to outplay this new adversary, and they unknowingly discover that the person is hurting in some way. The group decides to aid the person.

Elsewhere, Kelly expands her formula, making it stronger. The girls’ cookbook is growing stronger, new allies are forming, and powerful enemies are emerging. Season 1, episode 10 of Just Add Magic ends on a spectacular note, setting up a strong premise for the upcoming episodes.

Overall, "Just Add Memories" is an exciting episode that is full of adventure and mystery. The writing is remarkable, and the characters’ development is great. It offers moments of humor, emotion, and nostalgia; it's a testament to how good writing can make ordinary events compelling. Viewers should look forward to what’s in store.