Ep 6. Party Cake

Tyler Florence is well known for his culinary skills, and in this episode of Tyler's Ultimate season 1, he takes on one of the most iconic and indulgent desserts - cakes. The episode is aptly named Party Cake and Tyler shows us how to make a showstopping cake that is perfect for any celebration.

The episode starts with Tyler in his kitchen, where he talks about his love and admiration for cakes. He sets the bar high by saying that he doesn't want any ordinary cake, but a cake that is visually stunning and tastes even better. He then proceeds to show us how to make the most luscious chocolate cake, which he says is perfect for any celebration. The recipe is his ultimate chocolate cake, and he guides us through the process with ease, reassuring us that it's not as complicated as it looks.

Next, Tyler shows us how to make a mouth-watering raspberry filling that will go between the layers of the cake. He uses fresh raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice to create a sweet and tangy filling that complements the cake perfectly. He then shows us how to put together the cake, stacking the layers with the raspberry filling between them. He also gives us tips on how to frost the cake smoothly and evenly, using his ultimate chocolate buttercream frosting.

But Tyler's ultimate cake wouldn't be complete without some decorative touches. He shows us how to make a stunning chocolate shavings that will adorn the top of the cake. He starts with a bar of high-quality chocolate and using a vegetable peeler, creates perfect curls that look like they belong on a professional pastry chef's creation. He then shows us how to use fresh raspberries, mint leaves, and edible gold leaf to take the cake's presentation to the next level.

Throughout the episode, Tyler shares useful tips and tricks that make the cake-making process seem less daunting. He emphasizes the importance of using good-quality ingredients and shows us how to avoid common cake-making mistakes. He also gives us options for making the cake ahead of time, so that it's ready to go for your special occasion.

Tyler's Ultimate season 1 episode 6 - Party Cake - is an episode that showcases Tyler's passion for baking and the joy that comes from creating a perfect cake. He inspires us to take our cake-making skills to the next level, whether it's for a birthday, anniversary or any other celebration. If you're looking for a showstopping cake that will impress your guests, then this is the episode for you.