Join Lisa & Cristina for an exciting episode of Baking Scraps featuring the fabulous Dyana O’Brien, 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 competition—and she’s 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, we’ll 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 you’re 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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In 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 he’s 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 that’s full of heart. All three express their memories and feelings about what they’ve 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 “wedding bake” 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 – and sometimes argue – 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 “go big or go home”…because when you’re 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 😢

And you guessed it … this week’s technical bake wasn’t 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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