How can you apply for ‘Is It Cake’ show? Netflix encourages contestants to push their culinary craftsmanship
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Is It Cake?' has its reality casting website where interested individuals can submit a video to participate in the show. The website highlights the popular internet trend of hyper-realistic cakes that look like everyday objects and invites viewers to test their skills in identifying whether an object is real or a cake on the show.
'Is It Cake?' draws inspiration from the viral internet meme of the same name, which gained traction on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok. This trend involves everyday objects or food items cleverly disguised as cakes, prompting viewers to discern between what is real and what is cake.
Mikey Day, the host of the show, was introduced to this trend by his manager Michael Goldman, and found it fascinating. Despite having no prior baking experience, Day took on the role of host, driven by the show's appeal.
How does the ‘Is It Cake?’ show work?
In every episode of 'Is It Cake?', talented bakers showcase their skills by creating cakes that closely resemble everyday objects, aiming to fool the celebrity judges with their hyper-realistic designs. The baker who successfully deceives the judges walks away with a prize of $5,000.
However, the excitement doesn't end there! After each episode, the winners are presented with an intriguing challenge: they must distinguish between bundles of real cash and cake replicas. If they successfully identify the genuine money, they get to keep it, adding to their winnings from the episode. Moreover, the winners of three episodes compete for a grand prize of $50,000 in the thrilling season finale.
Who's behind Netflix's ‘Is It Cake?’ show?
'Is It Cake?' is produced by Netflix in partnership with Alfred Street Industries, led creatively by Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz. The show features a rotating panel of celebrity judges who bring their unique charm and charisma to each episode. While the lineup of judges remains unknown until each episode, the trailer of 'Is It Cake?' Season 3 showcases several celebrities judging the contestant's cakes and adding to the excitement and surprise of the show.
What can you expect from ‘Is It Cake?’ Season 3?
Netflix has announced that the third season of 'Is It Cake?' is all set to premiere. Hosted by Mikey Day, the show is making a comeback for its third season in March, following the success of its second season titled 'Is It Cake Too?', which premiered on June 30 last year. The series initially debuted in March 2022 and has garnered significant popularity among viewers.
The bakers appearing in this competition are Kristen Eagles, Grace Pak, Raina Washington, Timmy Norman, Jujhar Mann, Henderson Gonzalez, Julie McAllister, and Caitlin Taylor.
‘Is It Cake?’ Season 3 premieres on Friday, March 29, 2024 EST on Netflix.