To Catch a Smuggler
Overview
Every year, millions arrive in the United States via airports, and among them lurk those with malicious intent. Standing guard at these entry points are the dedicated personnel of the Department of Homeland Security, forming a robust three-layered defense for America’s airports. The DHS is relentless in its pursuit to apprehend smugglers and protect the nation from threats.
Episodes
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Internal Investigation
Mia’s CBP team zeroes in on a passenger believed to be concealing narcotics inside his body. Meanwhile, at JFK, HSI agents orchestrate a carefully s...
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A Bride, a Boat, and Bamboozled!
Join acclaimed pastry chef Buddy Valastro and his lively family at Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken, New Jersey. As a week filled with cake orders kicks off,...
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2
A Fire, a Fashionista, and Family
Buddy and his crew discover that the phrase "where there's smoke, there's fire" rings true as they take on the challenge of crafting a fire engine cak...
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2
Club Drugs and Party People
At MIA, Customs and Border Protection officers uncover a parcel containing ecstasy, prompting a carefully orchestrated controlled delivery that culmin...
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Bunny, Birthday, and Burnt Food
At Carlo's Bakery, the team is swamped with Easter orders during one of their busiest weeks. A sudden request for an Easter Bunny cake proves to be a ...
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3
Suspicious Suitcase
A traveler at MIA catches CBP’s attention with a shaky tale and a heavy suitcase, prompting a thorough inspection. Meanwhile, at JFK, HSI agents str...
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4
Weddings, Water, and Wacked!
At Carlo's, the crew is anxious to avoid trouble after receiving a request to create an enormous roulette table cake for a local entrepreneur. Meanwhi...
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Cocaine Crackdown
At Los Angeles International Airport, customs officers track suspicious luggage. Meanwhile, in New York, JFK agents uncover liquid cocaine concealed i...
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5
Bi-Plane, Bridezilla, and Busting Buddy
This week at Carlo's Bakery is hectic as usual, but Buddy can't resist the chance to create a bi-plane cake for a local hospital fundraiser. Meanwhile...
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5
Smuggle Once, Smuggle Twice?
A coordinated international crackdown on illicit arms smuggling brings HSI agents and Argentine law enforcement together, as they converge on the resi...
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6
Undead, Unclothed, and Unhappy Mama
Title: Undead, Unclothed, and Unhappy Mama Plot: Buddy is pushed beyond his usual limits when tasked with creating a zombie-themed cake for a pair of...
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Drugs, Guns and Money
At JFK, CBP officers uncover narcotics cleverly hidden inside sealed cans. Meanwhile, HSI Miami intercepts a shipment of date rape drugs before it can...
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Doves, Ducks, and Delicacies
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Cocaine Sausages
Customs and Border Protection officers at Los Angeles International Airport press a Nigerian traveler for answers, uncovering the real story behind hi...
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Museum, Mistakes, and Mother Mary
Carlo's team embarks on an exciting field trip to a nearby museum to learn about prehistoric mammals, which sparks inspiration for a cake. However, cr...
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Decoys, Diversions and Drug Busts
Homeland Security Investigations and Customs and Border Protection join forces to intercept narcotics shipments flowing through JFK Airport. Meanwhile...
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9
Soldiers, Sand, and Salad
Buddy and his team feel like children in a candy store when they get the chance to create an FAO Schwarz-inspired cake for a twins' birthday celebrati...
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Chinese Culture and Cannolis
Title: A Fusion of Cultures and Cannolis Plot: This week, the team at Carlo's faces an exciting challenge as they create an elaborate dragon cake for...
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11
A Blindfold, a Bikini and Breathing Fire
Buddy is more accustomed to extinguishing flames than igniting them, but that shifts dramatically when he's tasked with creating a tiki cake that brea...
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12
Leaning, Lobsters and Lectures
Buddy embraces his Italian roots to craft a stunning wedding cake inspired by the Leaning Tower of Pisa. However, he faces a challenge when a client m...
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13
Fireworks, Falling Fondant and Fathers
A local family-run business reaches out to Buddy and the Carlo's team, requesting a unique cake to celebrate their founder, incorporating their signat...
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Mama's Meth
HSI sets up a controlled meth delivery operation, carefully monitoring the transaction to catch the intended recipients. Meanwhile, CBP agents are cal...
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Plants, Pranks and a Proposal
Title: Flora, Foolery, and a Proposal Plot: As the second season kicks off, Buddy and his team face the challenge of crafting a cake inspired by toxi...
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2
The Coke Inside
HSI deploys an undercover operative to track down a meth trafficker operating in Atlanta. Meanwhile, at a New York airport, CBP officers intercept a f...
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Candy, Crash & Crisis
Buddy and his team receive a request to create a cake for Dylan's Candy Bar. Meanwhile, Buddy's sisters believe he might benefit from having an assist...
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3
Party Drugs
During Super Bowl week, Customs and Border Protection agents in Miami stay on high alert for ecstasy, sex trafficking, and fake merchandise flooding i...
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3
Robots, Rollerskates and Relatives
In this episode, Buddy showcases his skills by delivering a cake designed with a roller skate theme while gliding on rollerskates. Meanwhile, the team...
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4
Painters, Pool and Pink!
Buddy whips up a billiards table cake for football star Justin Tuck and seizes the chance to demonstrate his pool prowess. Meanwhile, the bakery under...
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Endangered and Smuggled
Customs and Border Protection agents look into a rising pattern of cocaine being hidden inside bags of coffee. At the same time, they break up several...
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5
A Battleship, Ballet & Burning!
Title: A Naval Cake, Dance Moves & Drama! Plot: General Buddy and his squad of cake soldiers are eager to wow their latest client by crafting an enor...
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Hidden Compartments
HSI agents swarm the streets of Brooklyn to collar a suspect retrieving a suitcase packed with cocaine. Meanwhile, CBP intercepts a man who has ingest...
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Children, Cage and a Challenge
Title: Cake Chatter and a Wrestling Showdown Plot: This week at the bakery, Buddy encounters an unexpected surprise—a cake that talks! Amid the cha...
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Stash House Takedown
HSI agents dismantled a sprawling international meth trafficking operation, taking down key players across multiple states. Meanwhile, CBP officers in...
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Pizza, Poochies and Pop-in-Law
Title: Galactic Treats and Family Visits Plot: A flamboyant, space-inspired cake is designed for a nearby planetarium. Following this creative endea...
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Coke, Cakes and Cash
Homeland Security Investigations is tracking a shipment of cocaine-laced pastries moving between states, while Customs and Border Protection intercept...
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Golf Greens & Gravity
Buddy and his crew find themselves adrift in space as they design a cake for a planetarium. To spark their creativity for a cake themed around a golf ...
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Dark Web and Liquid Drugs
HSI agents arrest a suspected weapons trafficker connected to organized crime, shutting down a major illegal arms pipeline. Meanwhile, CBP intensifies...
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Freaks, Fast Food and Frightened Frankie
The bakery champions whip up a buffet-style cake for Major League Eating, only to find themselves drawn into an eating competition. As they prepare a ...
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Colorful Characters and Christmas Costumes
Buddy and his team whip up a festive cake for the fabulous drag queen Miss Richfield 1981. Meanwhile, cousin Anthony and Stretch plead with Buddy to a...
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Motorcycles, Manhattanites, and Misbehaving
Title: Bikers, Big Apple, and Baking Blunders Plot: Buddy receives a request to create a cake for the notorious Hells Angels in Long Island, but inst...
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12
Blushing Brides and Busy Bakers
The bakery faces a tight deadline as the team scrambles to create 50 wedding cakes within a week. Buddy is determined to wow everyone with his most in...
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13
Apples, Arguments, and Animal Prints
When Buddy samples a cake made with apples from a nearby orchard, it sparks his creativity to experiment with a fresh recipe. At the same time, Mary f...
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14
Sizing, Sleeping Stretch, and Sesame Street
Title: Celebrating Milestones on Sesame Street Plot: In honor of Sesame Street's 40th anniversary, a unique cake is crafted to commemorate this lan...
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15
Chimp, Cinema, and Crumb Cake
Buddy crafts a cake to commemorate the Bronx Zoo's 110th anniversary. After that, he faces the challenge of working with a client who can't make up th...
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Cars, Collapse & Couture
Buddy and his crew whip up an impressive life-sized cake that resembles a NASCAR race car for the Retail Bakers Association's annual convention in Cha...
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17
Aquarium Adventures & An Announcement
Buddy designs an incredible underwater-themed cake that features live fish, all for a nearby aquarium.
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18
Castles, Cannolis & Cartoon Characters
Buddy and Mauro head to Walt Disney World, where they take part in the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival to create delicious cannoli.
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Governor, Giant Lisa & Good-bye Mama
In the opening episode of the third season, Buddy and his crew are tasked with creating a unique cake for the inauguration ball of New Jersey Governor...
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Smuggled and Muzzled
At the Nogales port of entry, CBP officers discovered cocaine hidden inside the bumper of a vehicle arriving from Mexico. Meanwhile, at Atlanta’s ai...
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Peppermint & a Polar Bear Plunge
During a cake consultation with the Coney Island Polar Bear Club, Buddy and his team face an unexpected challenge. When Mama Valaestro learns of it, s...
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Jungle Stash
CBP agents race across the waters and through the dense jungles of Puerto Rico, tracking down drug runners trying to evade capture. Meanwhile, at the ...
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Roses, Romance, & a Romeo
Title: Sweethearts and Sweet Treats Plot: Following an intriguing cake consultation, Buddy faces the challenge of creating multiple cakes for fourtee...
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Bunked in a Trunk
Border patrol officers intercept a human smuggling operation near the checkpoint, catching a vehicle packed with migrants. During the bust, they also ...
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Smorgasbord of Smack
Homeland Security Investigations intercepted a vehicle packed with a mix of illegal drugs, while Customs and Border Protection recovered a collection ...
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Tournament of Knights and a Tasty Tiramisu
Buddy finds himself in a challenging situation when he needs to whip up an authentic tiramisu for a client whose relatives are visiting from Italy. Me...
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Killer Ketamine
CBP officers inspect toiletries for traces of club drugs concealed among personal care products, while HSI agents uncover a stash of methamphetamine b...
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Hieroglyphics, Hearse and Happy Parents
A hearse-shaped cake is crafted as a surprise. A mother and daughter clash over the theme for a Sweet 16 cake, with the daughter favoring an Egyptian ...
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Guns of New York
HSI agents shut down a major black-market gun ring operating across New York City, taking weapons off the streets just as CBP faces a sharp rise in me...
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Magazines, a Mega Screen and Maurizio
Buddy encounters difficulties while preparing cakes for Nasdaq and O Magazine. Meanwhile, his cousin Anthony expresses a desire to devote more time to...
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Gas Tank Meth
Homeland Security Investigations intercepts a tractor-trailer packed with methamphetamine, making a major drug bust on a busy highway. Meanwhile, U.S....
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Chopped Head and a Crazy Cravings Cake
Buddy is tasked with baking a cake for a Marie Antoinette-themed party, which doubles as a "cravings" cake for his sister, Lisa Gonzalez, to celebrate...
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Powdered Rims
Homeland Security Investigations intercepted a shipment of cocaine hidden inside tire rims at a cargo facility. In a separate bust, agents seized a ve...
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A Princess, a Pirate and a Perplexing Arch
Buddy is under pressure when Mary, his most challenging critic, requests a pirate-themed cake for her twins' birthday celebration. At the same time, h...
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Million Dollar Ride
Homeland Security Investigations agents confiscated fake currency and fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards in a recent operation. Meanwhile, Customs ...
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6-foot Sub Sandwich, Zeppoles and a Sick Mauro
During the bustling Easter season, Buddy creates a special sandwich cake to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fiore's, the sandwich shop adjacent to ...
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Dope on a Rope
Customs and Border Protection officers discovered a stash of methamphetamine hidden inside a vehicle's gas tank. During the same operation, they inter...
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Color, Camouflage and Cupcake Day
Title: Paintball Pastry Showdown Plot: Tensions rise as the Carlo gang is dared to demonstrate their marksmanship by crafting a cake decorated with p...
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Six Million Dollar Seizure
HSI dismantles a multimillion-dollar smuggling operation run by airline employees across international borders. The ring exploited their access to sec...
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11
Key to the City and a Key-tar Cake
Title: A Slice of Nostalgia and a City Honor Plot: Buddy and his crew receive a special request from an 80's tribute band to create a nostalgic cake ...
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12
Barbers, Babies and Bulls
Buddy decides to bake a cake to celebrate the barbershop's anniversary, a place he's been going to since childhood. Meanwhile, he and the team are tas...
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12
Drug Boat Bust
U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepted a shipment of fake pharmaceuticals at a port of entry, prompting a broader investigation. Meanwhile, Ho...
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13
Mother's Day, Mama and Mom to be
Buddy bakes a special cake to honor the Adoptive Parents Committee, a nonprofit organization supporting adoptive families. On Mother's Day, he surpris...
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14
Helmet Cake, Healthy Mauro, & Huge Train Cake
Choo choo! It's National Train Day, and Carlo's team is tasked with creating an enormous cake featuring tunnels for model trains. Meanwhile, Joey is e...
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15
Strawberries, Sinatra, & Sick Ovens
Buddy and his team are busy baking a cake to celebrate Haagen Daz's 50th anniversary, while also preparing another cake for the Broadway production, C...
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16
Familia, Fishing and Family History
The Valastros set off on a family trip to Italy, with their initial destinations being Altamura and Lipari, the hometowns of Mama and Buddy Sr. During...
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Frescos, Fountains and Family Wishes
The Valastro family continues their journey through Italy, where Buddy and the kids receive a unique cultural experience. They are challenged to creat...
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18
Cassata, Cheesecakes and Crates of Wine
Title: Cassata, Cheesecakes and Crates of Wine Plot: As Buddy’s Italian adventure nears its conclusion in Sicily, the group explores a charming v...
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19
Sandals, Sandwiches and Shelves
A customer makes the journey from Myrtle Beach to request a Flip-Flop cake, and Buddy is tasked with creating a cake that is suitable for kids.
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20
Pipes, a Phoenix, & a Problematic Kitchen
Buddy and his team whip up a Phoenix cake for a local Irish pub, while Joey takes the opportunity to try out the new ovens by baking his renowned Iris...
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21
Snookie, Super Anthony & a Ship
The episode takes the crew to the South Street Seaport Museum in New York City, where they find inspiration for a cake with a nautical theme. Meanwhil...
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Sweet Sixteen, Stars & a Saber Sword
Mauro's daughter requests a cake for her sweet sixteen celebration, but the bakery mistakenly creates a cake to commemorate the centennial of the Cade...
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23
Crazy Chocolate Cake & Carlo's Centennial Celebration
Title: Carlo's 100th Anniversary & the Chocolate Delight Plot: Buddy crafts an intricate chocolate cake for a couple celebrating their anniversary, f...
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24
Santa, Sunrise & Snowmen Cupcakes
As Christmas Eve approaches, the bakery gears up for its most hectic day of the year, bustling with activity and festive cheer.
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Circus, Celebrity Chef & Surprise!
Buddy creates a unique cake for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, while Rachael Ray drops by the bakery for her show, much to Grace's del...
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Shark Cake, Scooter & Smelly Fish
Title: Shark Delight, Scooter Surprise & Stinky Seafood Plot: Buddy bakes a stunning cake shaped like a great white shark for a local fisherman. Simu...
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Hot Air Balloon Cake & Happy Little Bakers
Buddy bakes a unique cake to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation and welcomes four young girls who are there to have their shared dream fulfilled—the...
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Toilets & Textiles
A plumbing supply company enlists Buddy's help to create a toilet bowl cake, but with a unique twist—it has to flush! At the same time, a nightclub ...
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Ships, Sonograms, & Sister Drama
Title: Celebrations, Sonograms, & Sibling Tensions Plot: Buddy expresses his Italian roots by crafting an enormous cake for the Columbus Day Parad...
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Snow Globe, Story Book Cake & a Scare
Buddy has a special request to create a snow globe cake for a surprise engagement party. At the same time, he delights his daughter's 2nd grade class ...
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Pucks, Pasteries and Pushy Grace
With the arrival of Buddy's fourth child, Carlo, Buddy chooses to let his staff handle basic baked goods like cookies, allowing him to focus on intric...
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Staten Island Chuck, Strange Oddities and Sal
Buddy and his team whip up an enormous cake to honor Staten Island Chuck on Groundhog Day. Additionally, they create an innovative upside-down cake, c...
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Punches, Psychics & Piping
Title: Cakes, Clairvoyants & Chaos Plot: Buddy bakes a special cake for WWE champion Santino Marella to promote the upcoming WrestleMania XXVII, whil...
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Designer, Deadlines & Diagnosis
Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi enlists Buddy to create seven stunning cakes that will be showcased by models on the runway. Meanwhile, Buddy inspects ...
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Tulips, Taxes & Take It Easy
Title: Tulips, Taxes & Take It Easy Plot: Buddy's doctor instructs him to rest and avoid heavy lifting ahead of his hernia surgery, but Buddy struggl...
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Second Anniversary, Surgery and St. Paddy
Buddy is in surgery for his hernia, leaving Mauro in charge of cake production. Mauro's inaugural task is to create a second anniversary cake for a ga...
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Space Shuttle, Stepping Up & Surprise!
Buddy brings his mother to the new factory for her first look, sharing how this new venture fulfills his dream, much like the original bakery was his ...
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14
Houses, Help, & Hitting the Road!
Buddy faces one of his toughest cake challenges yet as he sets out to craft a stunning cake showcasing houses from various countries in celebration of...
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Headphones, Helicopters, & Handcuffed
Buddy surprises Anthony with a cake designed to resemble a DJ setup, complete with vibrant lights and spinning turntables! At the same time, a client ...
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A Big Bumblebee & A Bossy Grace
Buddy is tasked with crafting a massive Bumblebee cake to promote the blockbuster film Transformers 3, alongside showcasing the brand-new Camaro at th...
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Competition, Complications, & Communion
Title: Rivalries, Revelations, & Celebrations Plot: Buddy is commissioned by Parkway Lanes to bake a cake for the bowling alley's 40th anniversary. T...
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Bugs, Break Ups & Burned-out
An entomologist approaches Buddy with an unusual request: he wants a cake made from bugs for his club members to enjoy. Meanwhile, Buddy also bakes a ...
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Moving Cake, Marbles & Mess Ups
A seasoned go-kart racer requested a special cake for the championship, prompting Buddy to craft a life-sized go-kart cake. To take it a step further,...
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Cheeseburgers, Cures and a Challenge
Buddy bakes a special cake for a devoted hamburger lover, which sparks a friendly competition among the bakery crew to see who can devour the most bur...
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Campfire, Computers and a Concern
Title: Campfire, Computers, and a Concern Plot: Maddalena receives a request for a camping-themed cake, but the client insists on having a real cam...
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Fitting In, Fed Up & A First Birthday
Buddy bakes a royal cake for Baby Carlo’s first birthday celebration! Meanwhile, Marissa discovers the true meaning of being part of the team. Tensi...
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Boatloads of Coke
Customs and Border Protection discovers an SUV packed with methamphetamine at the border, while in Atlanta, they uncover a stash of counterfeit money....
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Trash, Twirls & Tough Love
Buddy crafts an impressive Trash Truck cake for a family friend. Meanwhile, two women ask for a cake to celebrate the founder of their synchronized sw...
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Hot Drugs
Amidst the sweltering heat of El Paso, Customs and Border Protection successfully halts the smuggling of 30 kilos of cocaine at the border. Meanwhile,...
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Stained Glass & a Surprised Danny
Buddy receives a burst of creativity when Father Bob requests a cake for a respected church member. Even with their hectic schedules, everyone manages...
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Popped for Pills
CBP and HSI focus on a shipment of 25,000 ecstasy pills that were seized in Germany, intended for delivery to Philadelphia. At the border, CBP also un...
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Bananas and Blow
At the Philadelphia Seaport, Customs and Border Protection discovers containers filled with cocaine. Meanwhile, in El Paso, the cartel successfully di...
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Fast Hands & a Flaming Pearl
Buddy prepares a Dragon cake to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year. Before diving into the cake, the team first constructs a life-sized punching ...
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The Coke Eater
CBP interrogates a traveler arriving from Panama who is suspected of having swallowed cocaine pellets. Meanwhile, PR AMO agents locate a vessel carryi...
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Liberty, Layups & a Loaded Dinner
Buddy honors his heritage by baking a cake dedicated to Lady Liberty. Meanwhile, Mauro achieves his dream of becoming an American citizen. However, th...
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Dope in the Hood
In California, HSI conducts covert operations to purchase drugs from various traffickers. Meanwhile, CBP agents in El Paso successfully apprehend Coyo...
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Bar Mitzvah, Beads & Oh Baby!
The bakery receives a request to create a spectacular cake for a lavish bar mitzvah, featuring a functioning slot machine! Following that, the team ge...
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Freeway Meth
In San Diego, HSI monitors a vehicle packed with meth as it makes its way to Long Beach. Meanwhile, in Philadelphia, CBP and HSI are experimenting wit...
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Beer, Buttercups & Bumbling
Joey and his friends are challenged to create a cake that both resembles and tastes like beer. Meanwhile, Buddy makes a delivery of a tropical wedding...
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Ice Cold Cocaine
In El Paso, Customs and Border Protection discovers $1 million worth of cocaine concealed within a refrigerated cargo truck. Meanwhile, the Los Angele...
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Presidents, Peanut Butter & Popping-in
Buddy creates a stunning Mt. Rushmore cake, showcasing his incredible baking skills. Meanwhile, Marissa is determined to wow the Lisas with her renown...
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Working at the Car Wash
Title: Celebration at the Car Wash Plot: An extraordinary cake designed for a car wash showcases edible cars that can genuinely be washed. Meanwhile,...
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Silly Seuss & Surprise!
A whimsical Dr. Seuss cake comes with sturdy gears and levers, setting the stage for the family to organize a surprise for Buddy.
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Ice-ing on the Cake
Buddy visits Blue Sky Studios, the team behind Ice Age, to get an exclusive look at their upcoming film. Inspired by what he sees, he then creates an ...
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12
Going Up?
Buddy has a unique challenge ahead as he creates a birthday cake that doubles as a functioning elevator! Meanwhile, Mauro is tasked with crafting a ca...
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13
Under the Sea
Grace is hosting an Under the Sea themed celebration for her daughter's Sweet 16, and Uncle Buddy has a spectacular idea for the cake: a genuine aquar...
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14
That's Some Nice Meat
Buddy prepares a special deli-case cake for a family friend, while his sisters ask him to create a cake celebrating three First Communions. Meanwhile,...
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Cakes on a Plane
A group of skydivers has a unique request for a cake to enjoy while they’re in the air! Meanwhile, Buddy is busy baking a cake to celebrate his niec...
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A Bittersweet Homecoming
Buddy’s Mama, facing a serious illness, comes back to Hoboken for Easter. To celebrate her return, Buddy decides to create a unique cake just for he...
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A Golden Opportunity
Title: A Precious Chance Plot: Buddy has just one day to whip up a life-sized cake in honor of Betty White. Meanwhile, the family discovers more abou...
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Ugly Feet and a Fiesta
Title: Celebrating Love and Toes Plot: Mario Lopez and Courtney Mazza reach out to Buddy for a wedding cake to commemorate their Mexican nuptials. In...
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From Fury to Furry
Title: From Anger to Affection Plot: A pet-adoption website is thrilled to commemorate the achievement of 20 million successful adoptions. Meanwhile,...
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Operation: Tank Cake
Buddy crafts a tank-shaped cake to commemorate the Army's 237th birthday in Times Square, New York City. Meanwhile, he prepares another special cake t...
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Hocus Pocus
Title: Hocus Pocus Plot: Illusionist Dan Sperry orders a special cake with a hidden prophecy that will be unveiled as part of his performance.
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Buddy and the Rockettes
To mark the 85th anniversary of the Rockettes, a special cake is required, one adorned with tiny dancers in mid-kick. Meanwhile, a teenager with dream...
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Cut the Ribbon and the Cake!
A new children's hospital is set to open in Chicago, and they're looking for a unique cake to celebrate the event. Meanwhile, a couple is in search of...
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Twirls, Whirls and Crashes
A massive 2000-pound carousel cake arrives at the Steel Pier amusement park in Atlantic City. At the same time, Carlo’s is in the midst of essential...
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Players, Lawyers, and Pranksters
Buddy prepares a cake for NFL coach Tom Coughlin’s charitable foundation, showcasing his baking skills for a good cause. Meanwhile, Marissa decides ...
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Light Up the Night
Buddy is tasked with crafting an extravagant 5-tier Bollywood wedding cake, complete with dazzling lighting effects. Meanwhile, Marissa tests her cook...
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Crane Cake and Puppy Love
Buddy takes on the challenge of crafting a crane-shaped cake for a nearby scrap metal business. At the same time, he embarks on an exciting new ventur...
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A Cowboy in Hoboken
Tim McGraw is set to surprise a military veteran with the gift of a brand new house and has called on Buddy to create a cake for the big reveal. Meanw...
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Superheroes and Bakers Unite
Title: Heroes and Pastry Chefs Collaborate Plot: Buddy receives a special request to bake a cake to celebrate Spiderman's 50th Anniversary. Meanwhi...
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We Will Survive
Title: We Will Endure Plot: As the family gears up for Momma's Benefit Gala, Buddy reveals he has a surprise performer lined up. Meanwhile, he faces ...
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Junk in the Trunk
An HSI surveillance operation in San Diego uncovers nearly half a million dollars' worth of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Meanwhile, at the El Paso bo...
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Asleep on Lots of Coke
The AMO team intercepts a vessel carrying a massive haul of cocaine valued at $41 million. Acting on a tip about cash smugglers, CBP officers uncover ...
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To the Grinder
HSI Orange County executes three covert drug operations, netting multiple suspects in a coordinated sweep. Meanwhile, CBP officers in the Rio Grande V...
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Money Dog
In Atlanta, a CBP K9 unit uncovers concealed bundles of cash during a routine inspection. Meanwhile, HSI agents in San Diego use aerial surveillance t...
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Fentanyl Express
A major fentanyl seizure at JFK triggers a sweeping crackdown by CBP on food courier bags. Meanwhile, HSI agents in San Diego arrest a trafficker atte...
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Seeing Double
In Ridgewood, N.J., the grand opening of a new bakery faces challenges as a fierce blizzard looms on the horizon, and the staff navigates the intricac...
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Gold Diggers
HSI collaborates with Colombian National Police to dismantle an illicit gold mining operation. Meanwhile, CBP officers at a Rio Grande Valley port in ...
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Meth Magnets and Dirty Money
HSI orchestrates a series of undercover money laundering operations across Chicago, targeting illicit financial networks. Meanwhile, CBP agents at LAX...
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Cocaine Rides in the Crew Cab
Homeland Security Investigations stages a covert sting operation at a Kansas City hotel to dismantle a human trafficking ring. Meanwhile, Customs and ...
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Cocaine Leaks and Ancient Greeks
A drug smuggler is chased down by HSI San Diego agents during a parking lot cocaine exchange. Meanwhile, CBP officers at JFK uncover a shipment of gol...
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Not My Meth
A woman driving through El Paso with her children is arrested after authorities discover cocaine hidden in her vehicle. Meanwhile, in Puerto Rico, AMO...
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Pots of Coke
Homeland Security Investigations intercepts a massive cocaine shipment valued at $12.6 million, cleverly concealed inside gardening pots. Meanwhile, C...
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Coke and the Kids
Homeland Security Investigations races after coke smugglers weaving through traffic near a school zone. Meanwhile, Customs and Border Protection inter...
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New Drug on the Block
HSI Miami uncovers a strange new narcotic flooding the streets, sparking an urgent investigation. Meanwhile, U.S. Customs and Border Protection interc...
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My Big Fat Weed Run
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers uncovered marijuana valued at $200,000 stashed in a traveler’s suitcase. Meanwhile, Homeland Security In...
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Coked-up Oatmeal
Undercover agents with Homeland Security Investigations dismantled a drug trafficking ring, seizing 30 kilos of methamphetamine and fentanyl in a coor...
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Flesh, Bones, Ketamine and Drones
Customs and Border Protection officers uncovered a shipment of ketamine along with human remains inside parcels arriving from Europe. Meanwhile, Borde...
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Pirates and Pastries
Buddy and the crew dive into action as they whip up an impressive pirate-themed cake. Meanwhile, Buddy is gearing up for an exciting new venture as he...
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Unholy Guacamole
Customs agents uncovered cocaine concealed within shipments of frozen avocado paste, while border patrol officers successfully located and recovered s...
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Sand Castles And Seeing Double
Asbury Park welcomes summer with a renowned sand sculptor showcasing their talents, alongside a massive sand castle cake from Carlo's. Meanwhile, Budd...
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Weed In, Weed Out
A suspect bolts from authorities, prompting a high-speed pursuit along the border. Meanwhile, Customs and Border Protection officers intercept a signi...
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Botanical Cakes and Brakes
Buddy sets out to create cake cacti for the Hispanic Heritage Month festivities at the New York Botanical Gardens. At the same time, Mauro and Madelin...
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Blitzed at the Border
Customs and Border Protection officers in McAllen responded to a potential explosive threat, securing the area while investigating the suspicious devi...
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Tall Orders And A Tight Fit
Buddy crafts a stunning cake for a New York food tour company, showcasing a delightful dumpling theme. He then takes his creativity to the next level ...
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Spiced and Loaded
Homeland Security Investigations shadows a truck hauling meth across state lines, while U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepts a shipment of sm...
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Steins, Stethoscopes And Studs
The guys decide to create a beer cake for a nearby Oktoberfest event. Meanwhile, the hospital that welcomed all four Valastro children into the world ...
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These Bedsheets Are Dope!
At Dulles, customs officers intercept narcotics bound for overseas destinations, while along the border, agents pursue a smuggling network moving peop...
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Spies, Splashes and Bakery Love
Buddy creates a secret agent-themed cake for an upcoming gaming convention in Las Vegas. Meanwhile, Mauro's younger brother is tying the knot, and one...
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No Rest for the Wicked
HSI’s two-day operation culminates at a hidden stash house, while CBP uncovers narcotics concealed inside vehicle fuel tanks. The coordinated bust d...
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Hay Bales and a Health Scare
A loyal customer approaches with a request for a harvest-themed cake to celebrate the arrival of fall at their family farm. Meanwhile, Mauro receives ...
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Drugs, Bugs and the Big Buy-Bust
Fresh faces at the border patrol stumble onto a major narcotics haul, triggering a coordinated sting by Homeland Security Investigations. Agents set a...
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Wine and Waltzes
The team sets out to create a cake for a nearby winery, while Buddy takes on the challenge of making his own wine! Meanwhile, a client arrives with an...
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Meth Inside the Machine
Homeland Security Investigations raids a series of overcrowded stash houses, uncovering dozens of migrants packed into unsafe conditions. Meanwhile, C...
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Buddha, Brandenburg and Big Air
Mauro creates a detailed replica of the Brandenburg Gate for a party at the German Embassy, hoping to wow the distinguished guest. Meanwhile, Ralph ta...
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Fairy Tales, Farewells and Fake Noses
Buddy Valastro creates a whimsical storybook cake for the Hans Christian Andersen Storytelling Center in New York City. Following that, the team steps...
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Creeps, Carvings and Coffins
In Hoboken, NJ, Halloween brings a spooky adventure for Buddy and his team as they venture into a haunted house for some consultations. Meanwhile, Fra...
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Lumber Jacks And Giving Back
Buddy creates a wedding cake inspired by trees for a pair of lumberjacks. During an emotional meeting with Feeding America, he feels compelled to prep...
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Quinceaneras, Quarterbacks and K9's
A mother and her daughter are on the hunt for a cake that strikes the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary for a quinceanera celebrati...
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Snowman, Mentor And Model Mary
Can Buddy create a giant snowman cake for a bunch of preschoolers? The atmosphere turns sentimental when Buddy’s old teacher pays a visit to the bak...
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Meth-Mom Mayhem
HSI conducts a raid on meth traffickers in San Diego, while CBP successfully halts individuals attempting to smuggle drugs concealed within their bodi...
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Blow Overboard
AMO agents in Puerto Rico pursue a speeding boat loaded with $2.5 million in cocaine.
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Meth Hot Chili Peppers
HSI uncovers a cache of illegal firearms in Miami, while CBP in Texas intercepts a significant shipment of methamphetamine valued at millions.
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Snitching on Mom
HSI Miami delves into a scheme involving counterfeit passports, where a son reveals his mother’s involvement in the operation.
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Bud Bound for Britain
Customs and Border Protection intercepted a shipment of drug-laden suitcases destined for the UK, along with stolen ancient statues.
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Guns Gone Wild
Customs and Border Protection has confiscated fentanyl, cocaine, and heroin, while Homeland Security Investigations in Miami has intercepted firearms ...
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Supercharged Botox and Blow
CBP and HSI join forces to dismantle a network involved in the trafficking of cocaine and marijuana.
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Beagle Brigade Blowout
HSI takes down traffickers dealing in date-rape drugs, while CBP intercepts a vehicle loaded with cocaine.
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Sand Castles And Seeing Double
Asbury Park welcomes summer with the arrival of a renowned sand sculptor and a massive sand castle cake crafted by Carlo's. Meanwhile, Buddy faces a c...
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Momma's Day and More
On a bustling Mother's Day, the bakery faces a crisis when they unexpectedly run out of a crucial ingredient. This shortage throws a wrench in their p...
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Farewell to Momma Mary
The Valastro family takes a moment to remember Momma Mary and the lasting impact she had on their lives. They share stories and reminisce about her in...
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Buddha, Brandenburg, Big Air
Mauro creates an impressive cake modeled after the Brandenburg Gate for the celebration at the German Embassy.
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Steins, Stethoscopes and Studs
The team decides to create a beer-infused cake for a nearby Oktoberfest event.
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Helicopters and Hypnosis
The team crafts a helicopter-themed cake featuring functional spinning rotors.
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Red, White and Chew
Buddy creates an enormous hot dog cake in preparation for the renowned hot dog eating competition.
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Snowman, Mentor and Model Mary
Buddy sets out to create an impressive life-sized snowman cake for a bunch of excited preschoolers.
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Hay Bales and a Health Scare
A loyal customer requests a cake with a harvest theme to celebrate the arrival of fall.
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High Kicks and Hockey Sticks
Buddy decides to create a cake inspired by a Brazilian martial art. He dives into the challenge, aiming to capture the essence of the art form in his ...
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Tall Orders and a Tight Fit
Buddy is in the kitchen whipping up a delightful cake for a food tour company, all while celebrating a delicious dumpling feast.
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Taj Mahal and Prom Proposal
An Indian couple dreams of having a wedding cake that resembles the Taj Mahal.
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Gems, Geodes, Cake Boss Junior
Buddy and his crew create a stunning crystal-themed cake for a party celebrating a gemstone gallery.
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Creeps, Carvings and Coffins
Buddy and the team venture into a spooky haunted house to assess the situation.
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Classic Cars, Grace's Surprise
Joe plans to surprise Grace for her birthday with a special gift, but there's a catch—it might not hold up well.
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Lumberjacks and Giving Back
Buddy creates a stunning wedding cake inspired by trees for a pair of lumberjacks.
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Monkey Business
Mary goes bananas with a special cake for the zoo.
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Home Runs and Rabbit Holes
Buddy decides to incorporate every element of the book into an Alice in Wonderland-themed cake.
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Quinceaneras and Quarterbacks
A mother and her daughter are in search of a cake that beautifully blends traditional elements with a contemporary twist for the quinceañera celebrat...
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Camels and Ostriches
Buddy bakes a cake to celebrate the camel and ostrich races at the Meadowlands Racetrack.
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Mummy Mia!
Buddy and his team whip up a cake designed to look like a mummy sarcophagus.
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Soccer and Mary's Big Break
Buddy and his team whip up a delicious cake to celebrate the pro soccer team F.C. Internazionale.
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Leather, Lace, Princess Cake
Buddy bakes a cake for a motorcycle club composed entirely of women.
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Wintry Wonderland Wedding
A picturesque winter wedding sparks Buddy's motivation to step outside his usual routine.
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Seasons Greetings, Surprises
The Valastros host their yearly celebration as a way to show appreciation for their community.
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Fiery Dragons and Marrying Cats
Buddy's latest client is a contemporary knight who dreams of an extraordinary cake shaped like a fire-breathing dragon.
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Flamenco and Capture the Flag
Buddy creates a vibrant flamenco-themed cake, and his team sets out to craft a special cake for a local summer camp. However, things take a chaotic tu...
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Color Run and Back to School Fun
The team decides to bake a cake to celebrate an occasion honoring the Mayor of Newark, who is distributing school supplies.
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Go Fly a Kite
Buddy hosts an epic cooking showdown between the local police and firefighters, showcasing a thrilling competition that truly lives up to the title of...
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Wedding Bells and Flower Power
Buddy encounters a bride-to-be with a passion for flowers, who desires whimsical flower-shaped cupcakes to complement her wedding celebrations.
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Diggerland, Dol and Dresses
Mauro creates a first birthday cake inspired by Korean culture, while Buddy takes on the challenge of crafting a cake for a theme park event.
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Viking Ships and Ice Cream Cones
Buddy designs a spectacular Viking-themed cake to celebrate the crew of a replica Viking ship.
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Mermaids, Promotions and Puppy Love
Buddy creates a stunning mermaid-themed cake, while Mauro bakes a special cake to pay tribute to a friend. Meanwhile, Lisa brings home a new furry com...
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Ballet and South African Biltong
Buddy creates a cake featuring South African beef jerky, while his team focuses on crafting a cake designed to resemble a music box.
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25 Years and Counting
Mauro and Madeline gather their entire family to commemorate their 25th wedding anniversary.
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Creepy Crawly Cake and Haunted House
It's Halloween, and Buddy's son is eager to create his very own haunted house to complement his eerie cake.
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Dreams Come True
Buddy crafts a special cake for rapper Fat Joe, showcasing his unique style, while the team also puts together a delightful cake for a local kindergar...
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Saudi Arabia and Lobster Tail Feast
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Pep Rally, Birthday Treat and Fancy Feet
Buddy bakes a cake for the upcoming school pep rally, excited to contribute to the event. Meanwhile, Mary experiences a breakthrough as her dream of a...
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Secret Proprosal, Patients and Privacy Please
Buddy lends a hand to a budding baker who’s creating a cake for her sister's doctors, while his team rallies to support a man as he plans a memorabl...
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Enduring Love, an Ending and Edited Out
Buddy creates an exact replica of the six-tier wedding cake for Lisa’s grandparents to celebrate their 60th anniversary.
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Holly Jolly Hoboken And Ugly Sweaters
With the holiday season in full swing, the team comes together to bake a cake for the New York Botanical Garden's annual train show.
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Pinata Party And Gender Reveal
Buddy creates a piñata cake, while Grace handles an order for a double gender-reveal celebration.
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Glass Cake and 100th Birthday
Buddy and his crew employ innovative methods to create a cake that resembles stunning glass artwork.
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Father-Daughter Dance and Bachelorette Party
Mauro receives a request for a Father-Daughter dance, while Buddy prepares a cake for a bachelorette celebration.
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Robots And Rainbow Unicorns
The team works together to craft a robot cake, while Mary takes on the challenge of designing a whimsical unicorn cake for a little girl celebrating h...
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Steampunks, Kiwi Cake And Babysitting Jitters
The team creates a cake that not only steams but also rotates, perfectly suited for a steampunk fantasy realm.
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Color Festival, Sofia's Graduating And A Paint Date
The bakery bursts with vibrant hues as they craft a cake in honor of the Indian festival of Holi.
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Sailors and Marines and Twins cake
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Father's Day Collapse, Buddy's Surprise, And Tee Time
The team decides to bake a basketball-themed cake as a special surprise for a dad who is passionate about the sport, just in time for Father's Day.
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Mining Cake, Sailing Santa, And Sister Makeovers
The president of a zinc mine plans to surprise the young geologists during their upcoming visit with a special cake.
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Volcanoes, Drive-Ins, & Movie Magic
Buddy and the team of bakers set out to create a unique volcano cake for a science camp that not only looks impressive but also erupts and is deliciou...
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Dinosaurs and Brush Strokes
The team calls upon the Jurassic era as they bake a cake for a nearby dinosaur-themed amusement park.
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Rollercoasters and Cook-Offs
The Valastro family is enjoying their summer at the Jersey Shore, but Buddy isn't taking a break from work. He heads to a beachside amusement park he ...
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Waves and Watermelons
With summer vibes in full swing, a surf shop owner from Jersey Shore is on the lookout for a cake that embodies the spirit of the season, just in time...
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