Episodes
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Join Lisa & Cristina for an exciting episode of Baking Scraps featuring the fabulous Dyana OâBrien, also known as the Rockabilly Baker! As a finalist on Season 6 of The Great American Baking Show, filmed in the iconic Bake Off tent with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, Dyana brought her unique flair to the competitionâand sheâs here to share her journey with us!
With her striking retro style, complete with victory rolls and funky vintage outfits, Dyana seamlessly blends her love of baking with her passion for music as a singer in a rockabilly band. Discover how her eclectic interests inspire her creations and how she stylishly matched her wardrobe to her bakes in the tent.
In this episode, weâll chat about the highs and lows of being a baking finalist, her creative process, and how she and her husband embrace their empty nest by pursuing their individual passions. Tune in for a lively conversation filled with inspiration, nostalgia, and of course, a generous sprinkle of baking wisdom. Whether youâre a fan of retro style or just love delicious treats, this episode is sure to rock your world!
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Join Lisa & Cristina in this lively episode of Baking Scraps as they welcome the talented food writer Micheline Maynard! With decades of experience as a journalist and author, Micheline shares her fascinating insights into the world of food culture.
We explore the intriguing differences and similarities between The Great Canadian Baking Show and The Great British Bake Off, and whether or not Paul Hollywood may be going soft. Micheline also discusses her journey into food writing and how her Canadian connections have influenced her work and her life as a foodie.
To add a twist of fun, we play a game of "This or That," which sparks a flurry of entertaining stories and very strong opinions (especially on - ahem - raisins). Join us for a blend of culinary conversation and playful moments you won't want to miss.
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ï»żIn this episode, Lisa and Cristina are excited to welcome Fred Csibi-Levin, the talented scientist-turned-pastry chef known as Doc Macaron.
With a background in pharmaceuticals, Fred made the significant decision to leave his career and fully embrace his passion for pastry. He shares how his scientific expertise influences his baking techniques and how heâs dedicated to teaching others through online classes and his vibrant social media presence. Fred competed in the 2022 Christmas Cookie Challenge, showcasing his remarkable creations and unique approach to baking.
Join us as we explore his journey, the challenges he faced, and the upcoming cookbook set to launch on November 26th, filled with inspiring macaron recipes and insights on how to master this tricky cookie. This conversation promises to be both enlightening and delicious, diving deep into the world of creative baking and the balance between science and art.
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The three bakers to compete in the finale for Season 8 of the Great Canadian Baking Show brought us smiles, tears, and jaw dropping bakes week after week. Pamela, Jen, and Elora brought their own styles, creativity, flavour punches, and personality to the show, and this episode of Baking Scraps is no exception.
Join Lisa and Cristina as we welcome the final three bakers in for a chat thatâs full of heart. All three express their memories and feelings about what theyâve experienced on their way to the tent, during their time competing on the show, and the aftermath.
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Lisa, Cristina, and the Fabulous Baker Boyz are joined by special guest Larry Harris, bread baker extraordinaire from season four of the Great Canadian Baking Show! With a towering bread âwedding bakeâ serving as the final showstopper of season eight, who better to join us and give his thoughts?
We break down the episode bit by bit, weighing in on our favourite moments and the strengths of each of the final three bakers, while discussing what it was like to bake in a tent with over 40°C heat. Amazing flavours, beautiful structures, and technical difficulties abound, culminating in the crowning of the latest winner of GCBS. The S4 and S5 alumni reminisce â and sometimes argue â about their time in the tent, giving all of us some laughs and nostalgia along the way.
And in the end, all the bakers gave it everything they had, truly giving meaning to the phrase âgo big or go homeââŠbecause when youâre all going home anyway, you might as well leave it all on the table.
CONGRATULATIONS to all the bakers of Season 8 for a spectacular season; we have loved watching all of you and know that every single one of you could have made it to the end. And congratulations to the winner, who truly has shown all of us the meaning of dedication, perseverance, and beauty.
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This week, we are chatting with a Baker who brought equal parts whimsy and wonder to the Great Canadian Baking Show tent!
Known for their inventive bakes, bold and creative flavors, and a love for nature that shines through in every bite, they kept us smiling with their fun personality and those signature cute sound effects. Join us in this joy-filled chat as Lisa and Cristina welcome Erica Schell.
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Join Vincent, Steven, Lisa & Cristina as they discuss Celebration Week!
And what a beautiful celebration this semi-final was. Congrats to the four incredible bakers on another week of amazing and creative bakes! So hard to see one of you go home đą
And you guessed it ⊠this weekâs technical bake wasnât our favourite ⊠sorry Peru!!
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This week's guest has left us verklempt! If you guessed that Lisa and Cristina would be chatting with the one and only Rita Vathje, Season 8 baker of the Great Canadian Baking Show, then you were correct (insert SCREAM here!!)!
The Baking Scraps chat about who inspired Rita's baking journey and led her to bake in that iconic tent in Season 8; her role as the unofficial den mother and cheerleader for the other bakers in the tens; and her pride and love for her family and faith. It's a heartfelt and fun chat with this talented, skilled and most positive human - everyone needs a Rita in their lives!
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On today's episode of Baking Scraps, the incredibly talented pastry king Marcus Tam joins Lisa and Cristina for a lively chat. You will know Marcus as the passionate and focused baker from Season 8 of the Great Canadian Baking Show, where he often infused bold and unique flavour combinations and unique twists into his beautiful and intricate bakes.
Marcus chats with the Scraps about baking journey - that started less than five years ago - and how his passion for challenging bakes led him to the Tent in Season 8. He chats about his love for his fiancee, Amrita, his family, and of course, his favourite stuffy, Piggy - who makes a cameo appearance!
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The Baking Scraps and the Fabulous Baker Boyz are back once again to recap episode 6 of the Great Canadian Baking Show, season eight: Nature Week!
What a week it was, with macaron fauna showing up in fabulous ways, a ssssnakey kind of Technical, and shadowboxes of all sorts. The bakers truly outdid themselves in flavour and technique, and we were HERE for it.
Vincent wears pink (is it to honour Elora?), Steven conspires once again to oust Lisa and Cristina from their own podcast, and the Baking Scraps ladies discuss macarons in painstaking detail. Donât miss this recap of an incredible week in the tent.
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Technical difficulties abound as Lisaâs power fails and she is forced to record the podcast on an unfamiliar device, and then the windstorm causes more problems (uh oh; sheâs frozenâŠ)! Fortunately the mishaps stay away until the very end, and she and Cristina are able to rehash this weekâs artistic creations with The Fabulous Baker Boyz just in time to go watch Steven on the premiere of his latest baking competition, the Holiday Baking Championship!
From focaccia fossils to a holiday wreath decorated in cold cuts, to cartoon cakes that inspire nostalgic moments, this week had the bakers bringing their A game. The foursome stress over an edgy technical they may or may not attempt, laugh over the myriad comic book noises, and join together in sadness as they say goodbye to another incredible baker this season.
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Welcome back to another episode of Baking Scraps!
Today, Lisa and Cristina are thrilled to welcome the talented and all around wonderful human Guillaume Boivin, from Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show.
Guillaume baked with such heart, always bringing unique and interesting flavours to the tent influenced by his love of foraging in the woods. Being fearless in the tent, he wasnât afraid to take big risks - some of them paid off beautifully, and he was the Cookie Week Star Baker. But sadly, the tent got him during Coffee & Tea Week - with bakes that were just a little too ambitious that didnât quite hit the mark - ultimately and sadly sending him home. Guillaume embraced it all with passion and joy.
Weâre excited to dive into his bold choices, hear about his most and least favourite bakes, and the lessons heâs learned along the way.
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Lisa and Cristina are back with the Fabulous Baker BoyzâSteven Levitt and Vincent Chan, for those who may have missed it! They recap the highs and lows of Week 4 of Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show. From a delicious layered Signature to a three-course Showstopper, they dive into the experiences of the seven bakers remaining in the tent, clumsily navigating a few Swedish words along the way. Their discussion of the Technical Bake, featuring a South African tart, brings some giggles, and the tent is filled with emotions as a new Star Baker is announced while another baker is sadly eliminated.
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The inimitable and indomitable Patty de Guia joins Lisa and Cristina for a Baking Scraps episode that is both heart-wrenching and hilarious.
From sharing the story of her three life-threatening "close calls" to expressing how it felt to leave the Great Canadian Baking Show tent, the third baker eliminated from Season 8 opens up in a way that only Patty can do. She talks about her extensive cookbook collection; the friendships she made in the tent (and the gifts she left behind for her fellow bakers); and how it felt to walk her kids to school for the first time after her above-the-knee leg amputation. We play a game of This or That that forces Patty to choose between her two loves - and no, her children are not included in that question.
Patty's exuberance and determination inspired us when she was in the tent and continue to do so now that she is out. Find out for yourself what a little dose of Patty can do for you!
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In this unforgettable episode of Baking Scraps, the spotlight is on Rejean Mayer, who, despite being eliminated during Cookie Week, left a lasting impression in his two weeks on the show. With his background as an actor, Rejean brought a delightful mix of humor and flair to the tent, captivating both the judges and his fellow bakers.
During his time in the tent, Rejean created stunning and delicious cookies while also paying heartfelt tributes to his loved onesâhis husband, daughter, parents, and siblings. He shares with Lisa and Cristina how his adopted daughter influenced him in his journey to the tent, and how he had never even seen the show before auditioning. His infectious laughter and positive spirit made the competition even more enjoyable, as he turned each challenge into a celebration.
Lisa and Cristina can't help but join in on the playful banter and show their genuine affection for him. As they reminisce about his time in the tent, itâs clear that Rejeanâs presence was a highlight of the season. His unique blend of fun, passion, and heartfelt stories ensured that Rejean will be remembered fondly, celebrating both his talent and the joy he brought to the competition.
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Vincent Chan and Steven Levitt (suddenly know as "The Fabulous Baker Boys") take the reins as the new hosts of this week's recap of Savoury Week from Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show. While initially reluctant, Lisa and Cristina quickly embrace the opportunity to learn from the expertise of their new co-hosts.
The first-ever Savoury Week showcases a vibrant array of Signature samosas, a tempting technical bake, and Wellingtons prepared in two unique styles, all evoking the comforts of home and introducing a new Star Baker (or Fryer?). Cheeseburger flavors, cream cheese, goat cheese, and a variety of eggs emerge more frequently than expected, adding an unexpected twist to the bakes. Meanwhile, a crucial decision to omit a component may be what leads to one baker's departure.
As the episode unfolds, the quartet enjoy witty one-liners from several bakers; take note of the expanded role of the hosts this week; and explore the challenges of puff pastry, pondering the essential roles of prosciutto and crepes in a Wellington. Ultimately, a trio of nearly flawless bakes earns a well-deserved Star Baker title, wrapping up a delightfully sweet and savoury episode.
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In this candid episode, Lisa & Cristina sit down with Christine Campbell, the talented Season 8 baker who made history as the first baker from New Brunswick to enter the Great Canadian Baking Show tentâonly to be the first to leave. Christine opens up about the harrowing experience of her Showstopper challenge, sharing the real story behind her struggles and the overwhelming pressure she faced in the heat of competition.
Christineâs journey is a heartfelt mix of triumphs and trials. She recounts her love for baking, the challenges she faced during the competition, and the emotional rollercoaster of not finishing her Showstopper. Join us as we explore the ups and downs of her baking journey, and listen in on our fun game of âThis or That,â revealing her favorite baking moments and quirks.
Get ready for an honest conversation that delves deep into the pressures of competition and the resilience it takes to chase your passion, reminding us all that every setback can lead to growth and new beginnings.
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Join Lisa & Cristina in this highly anticipated episode of Baking Scraps as they welcome the incredibly talented Andrei Godoroja, the Season 2 winner of The Great Canadian Baking Show! With two cake plates to his name and a heart full of kindness, Andrei embodies the spirit of a true renaissance man.
Not only is he a master baker, but Andrei also brings a wealth of diverse experiences to the table. Heâs an avid skier and sailor, having even lived on his boat for a while, navigating both the waters and the world of baking with equal passion. Plus, heâs a trained opera singer, proving that his talents extend far beyond the kitchen!
In this episode, weâll explore how Andrei balances his multifaceted hobbies and the challenges he faced on his baking journeyâall approached with grace and humility. Weâll also reminisce about the heartwarming holiday special featuring four past winners, where creativity and camaraderie took center stage.
Tune in for a conversation filled with inspiration, laughter, and, of course, plenty of baking wisdom. Whether youâre a seasoned baker or just love the sweet smell of fresh treats, this episode is sure to leave you craving more!
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Vincent Chan and Steven Levitt return for our recap of Cookie Week from Season 8 of the Great Canadian Baking Show, where this weekâs Wafer Cookie Technical Challenge had everyone buzzing.
We were thrilled by the '80s nostalgia and some truly unexpected flavor combinations. We'll dive into topics like bacon in baking; the meticulous planning and thoughtfulness of a few standout bakers; marshmallow versus Italian meringue; and the many shades of pink. We also bid a fond farewell to another favorite, while celebrating the fashion choices and heartfelt baking decisions of this weekâs Star Baker. Plus, we ponder whether Rice Krispie Squares and cookies made in a waffle iron truly count as a BAKE!
Join Cristina and Lisa along with our special guests for a recap best delivered by two bakers whoâve navigated all eight episodes in the iconic tentâjust try to overlook the cheesy puns and accidental innuendos!
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In this episode of Baking Scraps, Lisa and Cristina sit down with Aimee DeCruyenaere, the talented finalist from Season 5 of the Great Canadian Baking Show! Known for her unforgettable creations, including a stunning bread oven that sparked endless "buns in the oven" jokes, Aimee shares her journey from being the youngest baker in her season to balancing her engineering studies with her passion for baking.
After graduating, Aimee combined her skills to create innovative kitchen implements, blending her love for baking and engineering in a truly unique way. Join us as we dive into her creative process, the challenges she faced on the show, and her thoughts on the incredible moments that still resonate with fans.
The trio also play a fun game of This or That, featuring her favorite baking ingredients, and take a moment to celebrate the magic of brown butterâbecause who doesn't love that rich, nutty flavor? Tune in for a delightful conversation filled with laughs, insights, and a dash of baking inspiration!
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