From the organizer:
Based on The Great British Bake Off, the ultimate baking battle where passionate amateur bakers compete over the course of 10 episodes, the Grog Shop will host a one-night-only competition and delicious bake-tasting event inspired by the classic Channel 4 program.
As an audience member, you'll be sharing in the sweet spoils of the competition by sampling the competing bakes and voting on them live. Your entry fee will go to the winning baker as part of the grand prize pot! Our hosts and judges will entertain you and the contestants with their goofy antics and critiques.
THE CHALLENGE
For their "Signature Bake" contestants will make 24 identical muffins of their choice, showcasing their personality, creative flair, baking abilities and of course, exciting and bold flavors. You have only one chance to impress the judges and take home the crown and our grand prize- the door money! But wait, you'll also have the opportunity to win over the audience, who will also be voting for their favorites. So stack that invite list for your chance to win the Popular Vote!
THE JUDGES
Allie La Valle is the James Beard Award nominated co-owner and baker at Larder Delicatessen and Bakery, the modern Jewish deli she and her husband, Jeremy Umansky, opened 7 years ago. Lidia Polatajko is owner and baker at Rudy's Strudel and Bakery in Parma.
THE PRESENTERS
Tricia McCune is a food-obsessed powerhouse with a serious love affair for local food and supporting small businesses. As the mastermind behind the popular Instagram account @CLEfoodies, she knows where to find the best bites in the city. You might also remember her from Wok n Roll, her legendary food truck that landed her a spot on Guy's Grocery Games on The Food Network.
Bill Squire is a stand-up comedian who has appeared on Comedy Central, Fox, and Hulu. He hosts the popular podcast "Cleveland America" with Tommi LC and OkPants. From 2013 to 2024 Bill co-hosted The Alan Cox Show, an afternoon drive talk show on 100.7 WMMS in Cleveland.
If you're interested in participating in the competition, fill out a baker entry form here: https://forms.gle/AzJJGiGuNZ5WT5Pj9
Please note: this event is not hosted by The Cleveland Bucket List, please click the learn more button for additional details and to contact the event host directly.