It's almost St. Patrick's Day, and this week on Knead to Know, we're breaking down the difference between Irish traditions and the Americanized green-filled holiday. Gemma Stafford shares heartwarming stories of Irish baking, from simple, farm-to-table desserts to whiskey bread pudding. Plus, we taste the iconic Shamrock Shake — with a surprising history — and reveal natural ways to dye your festive treats without artificial colors. Don't miss this episode filled with baking tips, cultural insights, and a whole lot of green!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent 
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Miley Cyrus & Mariah Carey go all out for St. Patrick's Day
• Hozier's secret birthday concert in Ireland
• 8 Desserts to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
  • https://www.bhg.com/holidays/st-patricks-day/recipes/delicious-st-patricks-day-desserts/

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

The Simplicity of Irish Baking ☘️

• Classic Irish Apple Tart 
  • https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/irish-apple-tart/
• Irish Soda Bread
  • https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/irish-soda-bread/
• Gemma’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce 
  • https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/bread-pudding-with-whiskey-sauce/
• O'Driscoll's Whiskey
  • https://www.odriscollsirishwhiskey.com/

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ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#stpatricksday  #shamrocksahke #kneadtoknow

Join us for a deliciously fun episode of Knead to Know as we dive into the world of food-inspired celebrations! We’re talking all things Dr. Seuss Day, from Green Eggs & Ham to the whimsical “Cat in the Bath” birthday cake. Then, we indulge in Mardi Gras traditions, from the iconic King Cake to the global festivities of Pancake Tuesday. Plus, we’re celebrating British Pie Week, breaking down the best savory pie recipes, crust secrets, and expert baking tips. Don't miss this flavorful episode packed with expert insights, trending desserts, and bold baking hacks!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Dr. Seuss Day - “Cat in the Bath” Birthday Cake -
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZhCaEaT6k8&t=15s
• Mardi Gras - King’s Cake
  • https://www.neworleans.com/events/holidays-seasonal/mardi-gras/king-cakes/
• Pancake Tuesday - Crepes!
  • https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/pancake-day-celebrities-shrove-tuesday-creations-b1062078.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

🥧Savory Pies for British Pie Week! 🥧

BBC Most Popular Pies for British Pie Week (for 2024)

• Cottage pie
• No-fuss shepherd's pie
• Easy fish pie
• Next-level chicken pie
• Mince pies
• Ultimate lemon meringue pie
• Ultimate apple pie
• Easy banoffee pie
• Easy steak pie
• Chicken & mushroom puff pie

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

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ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#pieweek  #mardigras #kneadtoknow

Get ready to host the ultimate Oscars party with a menu worthy of Hollywood’s biggest night! We’re sharing top-tier tips for serving elegant appetizers and show-stopping desserts, plus Gemma gives us the inside scoop on tasting Wolfgang Puck’s legendary Oscars creations. And since no celebration is complete without a little indulgence, we’re also celebrating National Peanut Butter Lovers Day with our friends at Nerdy Nuts. Whether you're in it for the films, the fashion, or the food, this episode has everything you need for a winning Oscars night!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent 
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Nerdy Nuts - National Peanut Butter Lovers Day!
  • https://nerdynuts.com/collections/all-flavors
  • https://www.instagram.com/nerdy_nuts/
• Buzzfeed shared 21 Facts About the Food Served at Award Shows
  • https://www.buzzfeed.com/kristenharris1/awards-shows-food-facts#

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

2025 ACADEMY AWARDS - Tips for Hosting an Oscars party! 

Oscar Nominations for Best Picture: 

• “Anora”
• “The Brutalist”
• “A Complete Unknown”
• “Conclave”
• “Dune: Part Two”
• “Emilia Pérez”
• “I’m Still Here”
• “Nickel Boys”
• “The Substance”
• “Wicked”

Recipes from BBB

• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/blinis-with-creme-fraiche-and-smoked-salmon-recipe/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/dessert-charcuterie-board-recipes/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/cheddar-pecan-savory-shortbread/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/blue-cheese-fig-savory-shortbread/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/chorizo-hand-pies/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/mushroom-thyme-and-mascarpone-parcels/
• Spinach and Ricotta Savory Pop-Tarts - Gemma’s Bigger Bolder Baking
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/ham-and-cheese-pastry-twists/   
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/savory-biscotti-recipe/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/spanakopita-spinach-feta-easy/

Please like & subscribe here on YouTube, and rate and review everywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#peanutbutter #Oscars2025 #kneadtoknow

Get ready for Luxurious Celebrity Birthday Desserts & Baking on a Budget—where we reveal how to recreate celebrity birthday desserts without the hefty price tag! Discover creative, non-traditional birthday treats that will wow your guests and learn expert tips for budget-friendly baking that doesn’t skimp on flavor or flair. Tune in for the ultimate guide to celebrating in style without breaking the bank!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Celebrity Birthday Treats
  • Shakira - goes all out for her BDAY check out her bday cake from last year -https://www.instagram.com/p/C25r3CxPMyt/?img_index=1
• John Travolta 2024 celebrated bday with a white frosted cake - appears to be vanilla - https://people.com/john-travolta-celebrates-turning-70-family-photos-8584784?utm_source=chatgpt.com
• Drew Barrymore - drew barrymore show - big bday celebration with cakes made in honor of Drew’s movies - https://www.sugarmonstersweets.com/blogs/news/the-making-of-drew-barrymores-birthday-cakes-three-of-them
• Happy Birthday Tianna, George and Bigger Bolder Baking!

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

Baking on a Budget

Here are key tips for baking on a budget:

• Use homemade substitutes (like yogurt for buttermilk).
• Buy ingredients in bulk or store brands to save money.
• Plan recipes that minimize waste and use pantry staples.
• Freeze leftover baked goods for future use.
• Take advantage of discounts, sales, and coupons.
• Stick to simple, versatile recipes to keep costs low.
• Invest in durable, multipurpose baking tools to save in the long run.

Network Correspondent - Paul Bradford - Cake Flix - @cakeflixofficial

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#budgetbaking  #cheesecake #kneadtoknow

We’re celebrating Galentine’s Day & Valentine’s Day with our own little party! 🎉 From the best boxed chocolates 🍫 to romantic desserts for two 🍰, we’re covering everything you need to make your celebration extra sweet. Plus, we’ll share fun ways to celebrate, surprising Valentine’s Day facts, and must-try treats! Whether you’re planning a Galentine’s get-together, a romantic date night, or just treating yourself, we’ve got all the best sweets and chocolate gift ideas! 💘

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent 
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Galentine’s Day & Celebs who Celebrate
  • https://www.womensweekly.com.au/news/galentines-day/
  • Gemma’s Truffles
    • https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/salted-caramel-chocolate-truffles/
  • Ami’s Dubai Chocolate Truffles 
  • Tianna Lavender Lemonade 
    • https://www.spice-topia.com/
• Taste of Home’s Top-Ranked Boxes of Chocolate
  • https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/best-box-of-chocolates/

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

30 Things You Didn’t Know About Valentine’s Day

Bigger Bolder Baking Recipes 

• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/pink-velvet-cupcakes/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/tiramisu-cheesecake/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/chocolate-lava-cakes-for-two-valentines-day/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/valentines-edible-gifts/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/valentines-gummies/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/dessert-fondue/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/red-velvet-lava-cake-gemmas-bigger-bolder-baking/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/white-chocolate-raspberry-pie/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/microwave-brownie-bowl/#wprm-recipe-container-51038
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/microwave-red-velvet-cake-bowl/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/microwave-chocolate-lava-cake-for-two/
• https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/champagne-truffles-recipe/

Network Correspondent - Hanbit Cho - Sugar Lan2 @sugarlane.korea 

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#chocolate  #valentinesday #kneadtoknow

🥞 It’s National Pancake Month, and we’re flipping out! 🥞 This week on Knead to Know, we’re taking a delicious trip around the world with pancakes from every corner of the globe. Plus, we’re talking about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s legendary banana pancake recipe, Gemma’s unique take on pancakes, and the best rainy-day bakes.

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 01:10 - Hot From The Oven
• 6:55 - In The Mix
• 17:10 - Network Correspondent 
• 18:15 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 23:53 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Rainy Day Baking
  • https://www.tiktok.com/@zellazaila/video/7359647954422009096
  • https://www.tiktok.com/@niamhmackinnon/video/7405680480659459361
• The Rock (Dwayne Johnson) - Coconut Banana Pancakes
  • https://www.thecoconet.tv/coco-cookbook/pacific-recipes-and-food-tips/dwayne-the-rock-johnsons-infamous-coconut/

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

Pancakes from around the World!

• American Pancakes – These are the fluffy, thick pancakes most commonly associated with breakfast in the U.S.
• French Crêpes – Thin pancakes often filled with various sweet or savory fillings.
• Swedish Pancakes – Lighter and thinner than American pancakes, typically served with jam or cream.
• Japanese Soufflé Pancakes – Airy, thick pancakes made by folding whipped egg whites into the batter, resulting in a soft, pillowy texture.
• German Apple Pancakes – Known as Dutch babies, these are baked in the oven and often served with sautéed apples​

Bigger Bolder Baking Recipes Pancakes 

• Red Velvet Pancakes
• Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
• Carrot Cake Pancakes
• Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes
• Pulled Pork Pancakes

Network Correspondent - Aya Caliva - Pastry Living @ayacaliva

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
For more than a decade, Irish-born chef Gemma Stafford has been bringing her passion for teaching people to bake with confidence to her top online baking show and brand,Bigger Bolder Baking. Today, with more than 8 million followers (“Bold Bakers”) and half a billion video views to date, Bigger Bolder Baking has become the leading – and indispensable – multimedia destination for bakers. Gemma’s unique combination of expertise, bold recipes, and approachable techniques have led to appearances as a judge on Netflix’s Nailed It!, Food Network’s Best Baker in America, and Hulu’s Baker’s Dozen, along with appearances on national and local TV nationwide. Gemma is also the co-creator and host of the #1 baking entertainment podcast, Knead To Know, which releases every week in partnership with HRN. In 2025, she will launch the first-ever baking TV network, the Bold Baking Network, on connected television (CTV) and free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms dedicated to educating and entertaining home bakers 24/7.

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#Pancakes #nationalpancakemonth #kneadtoknow

It’s the Cake Baking Episode because it's Gemma’s Birthday! This week on Knead to Know, we’re talking about all things cake—Gemma and Ami’s favorite flavors, the best places in LA to buy cakes, viral cake designs, and tips for making a show-stopping cake for any party. Plus, we’re spotlighting a unique Fruitcake Festival in Colorado that takes dessert celebrations to the next level!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:30 - Hot From The Oven
• 13:20 - In The Mix
• 28:40 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 35:00 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Lunar New Year
  • Which Celebrities Celebrate It?
• Manitou Spring Fruitcake Toss
  • Manitou Springs
• Viral Vintage Heart-Shaped Cakes

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

All Things Cake!

• Milk Bar: its signature birthday cakes, including the famous Confetti Cake, in a variety of sizes. The 6-inch cake, which serves 8 to 12 people, is priced at approximately $56, while the 10-inch version, serving 20 to 30, is about $125.
• Magnolia Bakery: They offer custom cakes that can range from $45 to $150, depending on size, flavor, and complexity​
• Sweet Lady Jane: a luxury bakery in Los Angeles, is renowned for its elegant cakes crafted with premium ingredients and artistic designs. For example, their "Beverly Cake," made with layers of chocolate mousse, vanilla cream, ganache, and edible gold leaf, is priced at $85 for a 6-inch cake and $120 for a 9-inch cake. Larger sizes, including full sheets that serve 120-180, are priced up to $800. The bakery is also praised for its other decadent options, such as their Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake, available at approximately $80 for an 8-inch size
• Costco Sheet Cake: A Costco sheet cake is only $18.99 for a half-sheet cake that serves up to 48 people and weigh about 9.5 pounds!

Bigger Bolder Baking Recipes for Bday Cakes 

• Gemma’s Best Ever Vanilla Birthday Cake
• Funfetti Bday Cake with Bubblegum Buttercream Frosting

Network Correspondent - Paul Bradford - CakeFlix @Cakeflixofficial

Please like & subscribe here on YouTube, and rate and review everywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  

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* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

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ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
Gemma Stafford is an Irish-born chef, best-selling cookbook author, and host of the hit online baking show Bigger Bolder Baking. Gemma helps anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere with her chef-tested recipes and techniques that take the fear out of baking. Her videos have been viewed more than 350 million times and she has more than 8 million fans (“Bold Bakers”) online. She has been featured on numerous TV shows and as a guest judge on the Food Network’s Best Baker in America and Nailed It! on Netflix. Every day Gemma connects with her millions of fans online via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and her website www.biggerbolderbaking.com. 

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#birthdaycake #cakes #cakerecipes

Ready to conquer your sourdough fears? Gemma has expert tips to help you master the perfect starter and banish any baking doubts. And hear from actress Pamela Anderson about her sourdough starter with a legendary name. We’re also celebrating Australia Day with delicious ANZAC cookies—because who doesn’t love a sweet treat with a little history? Plus, we dive into the world of baking substitutions, helping you get creative when you’re missing an ingredient. Tune in for a fun, practical guide to leveling up your baking game with Gemma’s best tricks and tips!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:30 - Hot From The Oven
• 13:20 - In The Mix
• 28:40 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 35:00 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• Sourdough Starters
  • Pamela Anderson’s Sourdough Starter
  • Gemma’s Sourdough Starter Recipe
• Australia Day
  • B. Dylan Hollis 
  • Gemma’s Anzac Cookie Recipe

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

Experimenting with Baking Substitutes

• Egg Substitution Chart 
• How to Make Gluten-Free Flour
• Avocado Chocolate Pudding

Network Correspondent - Natalia Lima Curious Cat Cakery - @curiouscatbakery

Please like & subscribe here on YouTube, and rate and review everywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  

**Subscribe and download the audio-only versions here: 
* Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowPod
* Spotify: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowSpot
* Amazon Music: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowAmzn
* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
Gemma Stafford is an Irish-born chef, best-selling cookbook author, and host of the hit online baking show Bigger Bolder Baking. Gemma helps anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere with her chef-tested recipes and techniques that take the fear out of baking. Her videos have been viewed more than 350 million times and she has more than 8 million fans (“Bold Bakers”) online. She has been featured on numerous TV shows and as a guest judge on the Food Network’s Best Baker in America and Nailed It! on Netflix. Every day Gemma connects with her millions of fans online via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and her website www.biggerbolderbaking.com. 

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#bakingsubstitutes #sourdoughstarter #kneadtoknow

It's National Baking Month and National Pizza Week! We're diving deep into everyone’s favorite cheesy obsession. From celeb pizza lovers (and haters!) to pro tips for crafting the perfect pie at home, plus a showdown of pizza styles, we’re serving up all the hot slices. And of course, we’re tackling the ultimate debate: does pineapple belong on pizza? Let the dough-licious drama unfold! 🍕✨

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:30 - Hot From The Oven
• 13:20 - In The Mix
• 28:40 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 35:00 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• National Baking Month on TikTok
  • Sourdough
  • Cake Decorating
  • Self-Care Baking
• Celebrity Hot Pizza Takes
  • Courtney Cox - How real New yorkers eat pizza
  • Mila Kunis HATES pizza
  • Kim Kardashian doesn’t like cheese on pizza
• LA’s “Best” Pizza Places
  • Danny Boys 
  • Prime
  • Apollonia’s
  • Quarter Sheet Pizza

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

• Deep Dive on Pizza
  • Types of Pizza Style 
    • Chicago Deep Dish: Thick crust with high edges, topped with cheese and sauce.
    • Chicago Thin-Crust (Tavern-Style): Thin, cracker-like crust, cut into squares, with toppings spread to the edge.
    • Detroit-Style Pizza: Rectangular, airy crust with crispy edges, topped with Wisconsin brick cheese and sauce.
    • Neapolitan Pizza: Small, soft crust, traditionally topped with tomato, mozzarella, and basil.
    • New York Pizza: Thin, foldable slices, usually eaten on the go.
    • Pizza Al Taglio: Rectangular slices sold by weight, often with varied toppings.
    • Sicilian Pizza: Thick, focaccia-like crust, topped with tomato, anchovies, and cheese.
    • New Haven "Apizza": Thin crust, coal-fired, with charred edges; includes unique toppings like clams.
    • Quad Cities-Style Pizza: Malted crust with a sweet flavor, sausage topping, and cut into strips.
    • Rhode Island-Style Pizza: Served at room temperature, focaccia-like with tomato and cheese.
    • St. Louis-Style Pizza: Cracker-thin crust with Provel cheese and cut into squares.
• Bigger Bolder Baking Pizza Recipes:
  • Doughs
    • 15-minute pizza dough
    • Best Ever (no knead) pizza dough
    • Crazy Pizza Dough
  • Pizza Sauce
  • Homemade Frozen Pizza 
  • No Oven Pizza

Please like & subscribe here on YouTube, and rate and review everywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  

**Subscribe and download the audio-only versions here: 
* Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowPod
* Spotify: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowSpot
* Amazon Music: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowAmzn
* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
Gemma Stafford is an Irish-born chef, best-selling cookbook author, and host of the hit online baking show Bigger Bolder Baking. Gemma helps anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere with her chef-tested recipes and techniques that take the fear out of baking. Her videos have been viewed more than 350 million times and she has more than 8 million fans (“Bold Bakers”) online. She has been featured on numerous TV shows and as a guest judge on the Food Network’s Best Baker in America and Nailed It! on Netflix. Every day Gemma connects with her millions of fans online via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and her website www.biggerbolderbaking.com. 

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#Pizza #nationalpizzaweek #kneadtoknow

This week, we’re diving into smarter baking habits, starting with how to organize your pantry and uncover the true shelf life of baking staples (some might surprise you!). Explore the rise of better-for-you bread that’s both nutritious and delicious, and learn how to make iconic favorites at home—from keto bread to pizza dough, Cheez-Its, and even a DIY twist on McDonald’s apple pie. Let’s make 2025 the year of smarter, healthier, and tastier bakes!

Knead To Know is the #1 baking entertainment podcast focused on the best entertainment, news, tips, and trends in baking. Sign up for the exclusive K2K newsletter at http://kneadtoknowpod.com/ and stay up to date with everything hot in baking!

• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:30 - Hot From The Oven
• 13:20 - In The Mix
• 28:40 - Bold Baking Hotline
• 35:00 - In The Kitchen

🔥🔥HOT FROM THE OVEN 🔥🔥

• California to Change Sell By Dates
  • https://www.foodandwine.com/california-bans-sell-by-dates-8723111
• How long the items in your pantry last
  • https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/long-term-food-storage-staples-that-last-forever/?srsltid=AfmBOoqMUTLD6-vhYJIejKDxbngM-1s8BPG1B_jVktscvrgtpQ2VWJMU
  • https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/how-long-baking-staples-last/?srsltid=AfmBOorZEebTa32No_58Ny2LKKMRDmSbH8FhKuh17BgQCG83Lq5hmKOf
• Better For you Bread
  • https://www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/62511-better-for-you-breads-stealing-the-show-for-manufacturers
  • https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/sourdough-bread-for-beginners/#recipe-video

🥣🥣IN THE MIX 🥣🥣

• Things You Can Make At Home Instead Of Buying At The Store

🍴IN THE KITCHEN 🍴

Keto Bread -https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/keto-bread-best/

• Pasta
• English Muffins
• Pizza Dough
• Copycat Versions
  • Cheese-itz - https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-cheez-its/
  • McDonalds Apple Pie - https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/mcdonalds-apple-pie-recipe/
  • Wheat Thins - https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-wheat-thins/
  • Crackers - https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-cracker-recipes/
  • Ritz - https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/buttery-homemade-ritz-crackers/

Please like & subscribe here on YouTube, and rate and review everywhere else! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️  

**Subscribe and download the audio-only versions here: 
* Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowPod
* Spotify: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowSpot
* Amazon Music: http://bit.ly/KneadToKnowAmzn
* iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/knead-to-know-203736831/

We’d love to feature your brand! Contact [email protected] for advertising and sponsorship opportunities with the subject “K2K Sponsor”

ABOUT GEMMA STAFFORD
Gemma Stafford is an Irish-born chef, best-selling cookbook author, and host of the hit online baking show Bigger Bolder Baking. Gemma helps anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere with her chef-tested recipes and techniques that take the fear out of baking. Her videos have been viewed more than 350 million times and she has more than 8 million fans (“Bold Bakers”) online. She has been featured on numerous TV shows and as a guest judge on the Food Network’s Best Baker in America and Nailed It! on Netflix. Every day Gemma connects with her millions of fans online via YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and her website www.biggerbolderbaking.com. 

ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK
The Bold Baking Network is your #1 authority for everything baking. The Network is led by Chef Gemma Stafford, co-creator & host of Bigger Bolder Baking, and co-creator & Executive Producer Kevin Kurtz. Our mission is to bring you the most diverse voices from baking experts and enthusiasts to help anyone bake with confidence anytime, anywhere.

Gemma Stafford Instagram @Gemma_stafford 
Ami Shukla Instagram @sweetlifewithami 
Tianna Cohen Instagram @tiannalouisecohen 

#healthybaking #bread #bakingpodcasts