Renowned baker, Duff Goldman, has made a spectacular return to the competitive baking scene with his latest show ‘Super Mega Cakes’. The show pits Goldman and his team from Charm City Cakes against six other top-tier cake artist teams in a high-stakes, four-day challenge format. Each episode showcases massive, high-tech cake creations, with Goldman’s team racing to complete six intricate cakes featuring motors, lasers, and robotics while facing intense competition.
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Goldman, known for his honesty and perfectionist mindset honed from years of hands-on baking experience, spoke to PEOPLE about the debut of ‘Super Mega Cakes’ and his involvement in upcoming seasons of Baking Championship shows. He emphasized the competitive nature of the new series and the challenges his team faced against other talented cake artists. The format of the show required Goldman’s team of 12 to create six cakes in just four days, adding an extra layer of complexity to the already challenging competition.
According to Goldman, the level of competition on ‘Super Mega Cakes’ really pushed him and his team to their limits. He mentioned that despite being seasoned professionals, they found themselves up against incredible cake artists who were exceptionally skilled. The quality of work showcased in the show was described by Goldman as simply mind-blowing, setting a new standard for cake decorating competitions.
Having recently started production for Holiday Baking Championship and Kids Baking Championship, shows he’s been involved with for years, Goldman highlighted the importance of blind judging and genuine reactions in the baking competitions. He explained that as a judge, he values maintaining an objective perspective and providing honest feedback based solely on what contestants present on the table, without any additional information influencing his judgment.
While Goldman is meticulous and detail-oriented when it comes to creating cakes, he also values the experience of being judged himself. He mentioned the importance of humility and understanding the vulnerability of putting creative work out for critique, a sentiment he carries into his roles as a baker and a judge on baking shows. By participating in competitions, he ensures he stays connected to the challenges faced by contestants and the emotional aspect of being evaluated on one’s creations.
Beyond his professional baking endeavours, Goldman shared a glimpse into his personal life, including a recent family road trip to Northern California with his wife, Johnna, and their daughter, Josephine. He highlighted their creative projects, such as collecting nature items for future endeavours, showcasing a different side to his personality outside the kitchen. Goldman expressed his love and admiration for his wife and daughter, reflecting on the joy of seeing his daughter emulate her mother’s qualities.
As Goldman continues to make waves in the baking industry with his innovative creations and engaging television appearances, fans can expect to see more of his talent and expertise in upcoming seasons. ‘Super Mega Cakes’ serves as another platform for showcasing his team’s skills and pushing the boundaries of cake artistry, cementing his reputation as a formidable force in the world of competitive baking.