This holiday season, Food Network and Max are bringing a spellbinding treat to fans of both baking and the Wizarding World with their new series, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking. Premiering on November 14, 2024, this enchanting competition is set to captivate audiences with its blend of culinary artistry and magical themes.
Nine teams of talented pastry chefs and cake artists will compete in a series of challenges inspired by iconic moments and themes from the Harry Potter saga.
Each episode will feature the teams crafting massive, spellbinding edible showpieces that not only tantalize the taste buds but also offer surprising and enchanting visual elements.
The holidays just got a lot more magical because Harry Potter #WizardsOfBaking is coming to @foodnetwork & @streamonmax! ⚡🧙 In this new competition show, pastry chefs will craft spellbinding sweet creations inspired by the @wizardingworld of @HarryPotter! pic.twitter.com/eqAma4Uk92
— Food Network (@FoodNetwork) May 15, 2024
The show is hosted by the charming duo James and Oliver Phelps, known for their roles as Fred and George Weasley in the Harry Potter films. They bring their unique wit and behind-the-scenes stories to the competition, adding an extra layer of charm to the project. Joining them are esteemed culinary judges Carla Hall and Jozef Youssef, who will evaluate the contestants’ creations based on taste, creativity, and presentation.
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Adding to the magic, special guests from the Harry Potter films, including Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), and Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley), will make appearances to help evaluate the competitors’ showpieces and share their own film stories.
The competition is also filmed at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, utilizing original sets such as The Great Hall, Platform 9¾, and Gringotts Wizarding Bank.
“With Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking, the confectionary magic coming this November is splendidly real and unlike anything seen before,” said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros.
This series promises to deliver elevated culinary craftsmanship in an enchanted setting, making it a must-watch for fans of both Harry Potter and baking competitions.
