New Wedding Cake Rules & Donut Day Origins w/ Gemma's Mum

This week on Knead to Know, we’re breaking down the new rules of wedding cakes — from cupcake towers to faux frosting and even entire cheese wheels. Plus, we uncover the surprising origins of National Donut Day, and we’re joined by a special guest: Gemma’s mum, Patricia Stafford! Whether you’re planning a wedding, love a good donut, or just want a slice of baking culture, this episode is frosted with fun. In This Episode: • Cheese cakes (no, not that kind — literal wheels of cheese) • 1300 cakes at a San Francisco Cake Picnic • Lambeth piping, fake cakes & cupcake alternatives • Donut Day’s military origins and free donut deals • Gemma’s $20 Wedding Cake & Ami’s frosting rules • Special guest: Gemma’s mom on baking in Ireland Mentioned in This Episode: • Bigger Bolder Baking Donut Recipes → https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/?s=donut • $20 Wedding Cake → https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/diy-wedding-cake/ • Cake Picnic Info → https://www.cakepicnictour.com Interested in sponsoring the show? Email: [email protected] Subject: “K2K Sponsor” ABOUT KNEAD TO KNOW Knead to Know is the #1 Baking Entertainment Podcast hosted by professional chef Gemma Stafford and Ami Shukla, Culinary Director of Bigger Bolder Baking. Every week, they serve up the latest baking trends, hilarious fails, guest interviews, and delicious ideas. ABOUT THE BOLD BAKING NETWORK The Bold Baking Network is the world’s first baking-dedicated streaming network. Co-founded by Chef Gemma Stafford and Kevin Kurtz, it’s home to the most diverse voices and videos in baking — from foundational techniques to bold, experimental treats. Watch anywhere. Bake anytime. Follow the hosts: • Gemma Stafford → https://www.instagram.com/gemma_stafford • Ami Shukla → https://www.instagram.com/sweetlifewithami #weddingcake #nationaldonutday #kneadtoknow