Unwrapped Season 16 Episode 16 Cakewalk
- TVG
- December 6, 2007
- 21 min
In Unwrapped season 16 episode 16, titled Cakewalk, viewers get an inside look at some of the most decadent and delicious cakes around. From classic layer cakes to more unusual creations, Unwrapped explores a variety of cakes and the process behind their creation.
The episode begins at Cake Man Raven, a Brooklyn bakery known for their famous red velvet cake. Owner Raven Dennis started making cakes as a hobby, but it quickly turned into a full-time business. Viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at his bakery as he demonstrates how he makes his famous red velvet cake, using a secret ingredient that sets it apart from others.
Next, Unwrapped takes viewers to Charm City Cakes, the bakery made famous by the hit TV show Ace of Cakes. Founder Duff Goldman creates some of the most artistic and intricate cakes around, and viewers get to see some of his masterpieces up close. From a realistic 3D sculpture of a car to a towering castle cake, the creations at Charm City Cakes are nothing short of impressive.
The episode then shifts focus to some more unique cakes, starting with the ice cream cake from Carvel. This classic dessert has been around for over 80 years and remains a favorite among both kids and adults. Viewers learn how Carvel makes their iconic cakes, starting with layers of ice cream and cake before topping it off with their signature whipped cream frosting.
Next, Unwrapped explores the world of cake pops, a recent trend in the dessert world. At Park Avenue Cake, viewers see how these bite-sized treats are made, with cake crumbs mixed with frosting and shaped into balls before being dipped in chocolate and decorated. Additionally, the episode highlights the work of Shelby Bower, a cake artist who creates stunning cake pops in a variety of designs.
The episode then takes viewers to Buddy Valastro's bakery, Carlo's Bakery, famously featured on the show Cake Boss. While Carlo's is known for their elaborate cake designs, Unwrapped focuses on their most popular creation: the lobster tail pastry. This flaky, cream-filled pastry has been a favorite at Carlo's for over 100 years, and viewers get to see how it's made from start to finish.
Finally, Unwrapped closes out the episode with a trip to Sweet Lady Jane, a Los Angeles bakery known for their beautiful and delicious layer cakes. Owner Jane Lockhart has been baking cakes for over 25 years, and her creations are made with the freshest ingredients and decorated with stunning fresh flowers. Viewers get a tour of her bakery as she explains her cake-making process and shares some of her favorite flavor combinations.
Overall, Cakewalk is a sweet and satisfying episode of Unwrapped that showcases the variety and creativity of cakes around the United States. From classic layer cakes to innovative creations like cake pops, this episode is sure to make viewers' mouths water and inspire them to visit their local bakeries.