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5AM EDT
110 : Norma, Christyn And Ron Oda
Renovation projects stalled over ten years ago due to an illness in the family, which also prompted owners Norma and Ron to spend time enjoying the cottage rather than laboring over it. Daughter Christyn called in the Weekend Reno team to finally complete this work-in-progress. After Anthony takes time out to go fishing, he realizes there are no free lunches and pays for it with extra-long days of flooring and finish carpentry work. And Merrill tackles some special projects of her own, while Michelle scours a local flea market for stand-out pieces to bring the design together.
5:30AM EDT
111 : Natalie Charlton & Kate Gable
This cottage has been in Natalie's family for over a hundred years, and despite its rustic charm, it could use a century's worth of updates, especially the dysfunctional kitchen. Michelle, Anthony and Merrill have their work cut out for them, as they take on a kitchen reno in just 48 hours. Hanging, cabinets, replacing countertops and re-purposing furniture make for what seems like a never ending project list, but well worth it for the team when the see the reaction from Natalie. Overwhelmed by the transformation Natalie is brought to tears.
6AM EDT
208 : Marzipan
Marzipan is made simply from ground almonds mixed with sugar to achieve a paste, but it has so many uses in the dessert world. This episode showcases marzipan from its fundamental creation to its many uses. i. Homemade Marzipan - master the formula for a tasty and easy-to-handle marzipan. This can be shaped into little candies, topped with a toasted almond. ii. Easy Marzipan Fruitcakes - Individual fruitcakes are made using marzipan within the batter and rolled to top the fruitcakes. Can include dried mango in the fruit mix (have just tested the recipe and would be a lovely addition) iii. Classic Battenberg Cake - Ever have high tea at the Empress Hotel in Victoria? Then you know that this checkerboard cake batter is made using marzipan, and then covered with a coloured marzipan for this English classic served at afternoon tea.
6:30AM EDT
209 : Italian Meringue
Meringue comes in 3 forms - we covered French meringue in season 1, but Italian meringue deserves its own episode (Swiss meringue is the third). Italian meringue is made from whipping egg whites and pouring in boiled sugar, giving the meringue strength and structure to be used in many ways. This episode shows the many applications of this fundamental baking principle. i. Italian Nougat (Torrone) - this is the perfect recipe to showcase the essentials behind Italian meringue, turning it then into a traditional Italian candy filled with toasted almonds & hazelnuts. ii. Coconut Marshmallows - Italian meringue can also be the base for marshmallows, and flavouring and tinting them is fun - you can also make different shapes or coat the marshmallows to personalize them further. iii. Key Lime Meringue Tart - Many pastry chefs rely on Italian meringue to top their meringue pies, since it is stable, shiny and easy to pipe and shape. A classic creamy key lime filling makes a perfect base to put this chef secre
7AM EDT
210 : Icebox Cookies
Icebox Cookies came into fashion in the early 1900's (when we used to use iceboxes to keep our food chilled) and are still as popular as ever. An icebox cookie must spend time chilling before it is sliced and baked, and this episode shows a number of traditional (and even international) styles. i. Vanilla Icebox Cookies - a traditional cookie is made, chilled and rolled in decorator's sugar before being sliced & baked. ii. Checkerboard Icebox Cookies - this shows how to make a chocolate version of the vanilla dough and use both doughs to make a checkerboard pattern. Great visual on the technique! iii. Coconut Caramel Sandwich Cookies - Truly something special, this recipe showcases a classic and favourite Asian sweet filling, a coconut caramel called "Kaya", which is very much like a coconut version of Dulce de Leche. The Icebox cookie is delicate to match this coconut caramel.
7:30AM EDT
211 : Buttercream
The most popular of frostings, buttercream comes in all flavours, but also in a variety of techniques. This episode demonstrates the basic styles of buttercream frosting, but also the cake style that suit each type best. i. Lemon Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream - cupcakes require a soft, fluffy buttercream, and this is the most basic of buttercream styles. Topped with flaked coconut, these look just so pretty. ii. Pecan Torte with French Buttercream - French buttercream is a little more challenging to make and is enriched with egg yolks, giving it that textbook French vanilla golden colour. iii. Chocolate Berry Cake with Italian Buttercream - This buttercream style is the strong, stable frosting that i!S used for wedding cakes. The base is an Italian meringue, that has butter whipped into it and is fluffy but allows for precision when piping and decorating.
8AM EDT
212 : Petit Fours
Part of the French Petit Fours world, little cakes are truly something special. These individual, two-bite cakes are each baked in a particular pan, and have such an interesting story behind them. i. Citrus Madeleines - Baked in a shell-shaped pan, these little cakes are most commonly a citrus flavour. You will really get a sense for working with small batches of batter and the technique to achieve a moist cake. ii. Hazelnut Friands - Friands are typically baked in little oval shapes, and can contain fruit, and usually have ground nuts as part of the batter. Topping them with toasted sliced hazelnuts gives them a nice polish. iii. Pretty Petits Fours - these "little bakes" are the petty glazed 2-bite cakes that came long before cupcakes. I will show a cake batter that suits these cut-out cakes (no crumbs!) as well as making rolling fondant AND pouring fondant, sharing decor techniques along the way.
8:30AM EDT
213 : Flat Breaids
Flat breads are a common bread style around the world, with each culture having its own style. This episode showcases a number of the most popular or common flatbreads. i. Basic Indian Naan Bread - Naan is a simple flatbread that is served warm and brushed with melted butter. While traditionally baked in a tandoori oven, this can easily be baked in a conventional oven or on a grill or griddle. ii. Middle Eastern Pita Bread - Pita bread does have yeast, but it is the way it is rolled and baked that gives it the pocket in the middle. iii. Crispy Seed Lavash - this middle eastern flatbread can be made to be crisp like a cracker. Using a pasta roller makes this flatbread wafer thin and a perfect accompaniment for a cheese platter.
11AM EDT
309 : Dying Art
12PM EDT
310 : Spoils Of War
1PM EDT
415 : Roll The Bones
2PM EDT
416 : Dog Days Are Over
3PM EDT
101 : The Hunt
4PM EDT
102 : Fearless Freaks
5PM EDT
105 : Haunted By The Past
6PM EDT
103 : School Days
7PM EDT
104 : The Pet Sitter
8PM EDT
108 : Murder, She Thought
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9PM EDT
109 : Trial And Error
10PM EDT
106 : Fast Eddie's
11PM EDT
113 : The Mourning Show
12AM EDT
107 : Art Of Darkness
1AM EDT
213 : Chris & Cherry Vs. Matthew & Michelle
With plans to start a family, homeowners Chris and Cherry, have already bought a new home. The problem is their forest green carpets, awkward staging, outdated kitchen, and unconventional colour choices are dragging down the sale price of their current home. Chris and Cherry make up for their lack of reno experience by assembling a savvy team of friends to help out. Chris is applauded for successfully using a power drill and Cherry gets a paint lesson from her sister-in-law but at the halfway mark, Paul and Penny are shocked to discover that they haven't raised a dime to cover their reno costs. How will the lack of fundraising affect their chances in the boardroom? With four young boys, competitors Matthew and Michelle have outgrown their cramped, suburban townhome. Paul and Penny suggest a tile upgrade to the linoleum on the main level, as well as updates in the kitchen and main bathroom, neutralizing the paint in the boys' room and de-cluttering”including removing the treadmill from the dining room! M
2AM EDT
214 : Trisha & Alec Vs. Betts & Samantha
As Trisha prepares for an empty nest, she teams up with her son Alec one more time to un-do years of damage to a home that was party central for Alec and all his friends growing up. They kick start the competition with a shock and awe approach with a strong turnout by Alec's buddies to tackle the demolition work. But can these unskilled hands put the house back together? A self-professed handy woman, Betts gets additional support from her daughter Samantha. But keeping a family commitment on day one means delaying the start to their reno projects. With only two weeks to get the job done this is a significant setback, but a steady stream of helpers that include Betts' father, her other children and neighbours slowly keep the renos moving forward. Will the tortoise overcome the hare in this rivalry between Mother-son and Mother-daughter?
3AM EDT
215 : Lia Vs. Vladimir
It's a square footage showdown, as these homeowners face-off for Paul's money saving commission free listing. Newly engaged, Lia needs to sell her tiny, cluttered home before she can move in with her fiancé, André. Lia must take on her dated kitchen, pink bathroom and maximize square footage to attract buyers, but when André gets occupied with work and family, Lia makes the costly decision to hire professionals. A disastrous discovery derails Lia's bathroom reno and threatens her chances in the competition. In order to financially recover from a divorce, Vladimir goes for broke by adding a second bathroom project to his already hefty project list. With contractor friend Ritz leading the charge, Vladimir's bathroom, kitchen and fireplace renovations get expert attention. In an attempt to cover costs, Vladimir holds a black-tie fundraiser. Will two weeks be enough for these competitors to reach their sale price goals?
4AM EDT
216 : Alison & Leo Vs. Chantale & Fred
Alison and Leo are anxious to sell their poorly maintained, century old house and find a suitable home for their family of five. They jump into action demolishing the kitchen and bathroom, but when Penny's design plans force them to rip up seven layers of flooring they start to wonder if their efforts could have been better spent elsewhere. As Alison and Leo both put in time at their day jobs, they rely on friends to keep things rolling. Alison holds a bake and toy sale to raise funds, but it's her impressive barter for cabinetry that keeps costs low. In order to avoid becoming renters once again, Chantale and Fred must update their kitchen, de-clutter and stage the basement and the most difficult of all”reclaim their dining room from their 3-year old. They get a jump on the competition, but blow their lead when counter installation plans fall through. Chantale hosts a euchre tournament to raise funds. Will a win be in the cards?
