It’s Turkey Time! In this warm and wonderfully flavorful Thanksgiving episode of Being Jewish with Jonah Platt, Jonah sits down with Duff Goldman — celebrity pastry chef, bestselling cookbook author, Food Network Icon, and beloved host of shows like Ace of Cakes, Kids Baking Championship, Buddy vs. Duff, and Duff’s Happy Fun Bake Time.  Together, they dig into the stories and traditions that shaped Duff’s life long before he became America’s favorite baker.

Duff opens up about his personal experiences with anti-Jew bigotry in New England, and how that deepened his connection to Jewish culture, family, and food. They discuss the joys and challenges of Duff’s professional achievements as a master baker, from mentoring young bakers on television to navigating the pressure of high-profile baking competitions. Duff also discusses his upcoming venture — Duff's Deli and Market, opening soon in the Atlanta airport — and his philosophy on food, tradition, and community. Duff shares heartfelt reflections on his recovery from a devastating car accident, and his commitment to tzedakah

This episode is a celebration of resilience, tradition, and the Jewish roots behind Duff’s irresistible warmth and artistry. It’s a perfect blend of heart, humor, and holiday spirit.

Topics Include:

• Duff’s love of “Tzedakah”, the Jewish value of Charity
• Duff’s multicultural Passover Seders & Thanksgiving Dinners
• Kids Baking Championship Insights
• The Birth of the iconic Charm City Cakes
• Jewish-Themed Cakes and Duff's Deli
• Thanksgiving Traditions and Family

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Mentioned In The Episode:

Duff Goldman Instagram

Duff Goldman Youtube

Duff Goldman “Tzedakah” Page

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The Story of Purim

When Jon Stewart and Peter Beinart Threw Isreal Under the Bus

Save A Child’s Heart

Jacqueline Winch (Duff Goldman’s Artist Mom)

Here’s Who Won the Food Network’s First Ever Hanukkah Cooking Challenge

Duff Goldman Injured in Crash Allegedly Caused by Drunk Driver

Kids Baking Championship (Hulu)

Charm City Cakes

Ace of Cakes

Duff’s Favorite Spots “Best Things I Ever Ate”

Edmart Deli Closed

Foie Grock's Chefs Bruce Kalman & Duff Goldman (YouTube)

Silver Yad

Duff’s Deli and Market - Atlanta

Japan's ancient art of taiko drumming

Japanese Koto

Manzanar War Relocation Center

Michael Voltaggio

Duff’s Food on Goldbelly

Michael Cimarusti

Russ and Daughters

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