The Secret Ingredient (2020) - full transcript

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by VaVooM

Good boy!

Good morning, Kelly!

'Morning!

And good morning
to you too, George!

See you later!

Yes!
A dozen lemon bars?

Too late to make it
two dozen?

Consider it done.

I'll get started as soon
as I get to the shop.

- See you!
- See you later!



Okay, George. Let's get you
inside so I can get to work.

It's gonna be a good day, huh?

Here we go.

Let's get those booties off you.
Come here.

Good boy!

Bye, buddy!

Oh, 'morning!

Morning, everybody!

'Morning, Kelly!

These look delicious.

Great!

Oh, Miranda!
Oh, it's perfect!

Thank you.

Yes!



So good!

I'm just gonna test these.

The red velvet cake is back.

Hi, Sara!
'Morning, Mrs. Francis!

- 'Morning.
- Or the usual today?

Salted caramel macarons?

No, I think I'll try
something different.

You know, those pistachio
cream puffs look good.

So does that strawberry
white chocolate cake.

Two of our most popular.

Let's go with the cream puffs.

Change can be good, right?

On second thought,
let me just get my usual.

Excellent choice.

Can't beat the classics.

Did you happen to see
our online orders?

It's shaping up to be
a busy week.

- Thank you so much.
- Have a good day, Mrs. Francis.

- Thank you. Bye.
- Bye-bye!

- Were there any messages?
- Yes. On your desk.

Oh, and Sam Waters popped by
to see if you were in,

and he had that unmistakable

"I'm finally going to ask her out"
kind of vibe.

- Sam's nice, but...
- Might be nice!

I know you don't believe me,

but I am perfectly happy
being single.

Well, suit yourself, but when
you are old and grey and alone

- don't come whining to me!
- What good are you, then?

- And, Dawn called.
- Dawn York?

Do you know any other Dawns?

And?

She was wondering if we
could fill a last minute order

for some cupcakes,
and your famous

four-layer honey almond cake.

What does she consider
a rush order?

- Five pm. Tonight.
- Tonight?!

We have so many orders.

And I might have said that
it wouldn't be a problem.

What's the occasion?

It's a surprise
welcome home party for...

Andrew.

Well,
we should get started then.

That's it?
Maybe you didn't hear me.

Your ex-fiancé is coming home.

Yeah, I heard you.

Okay, well, your calm reaction
is a little unsettling.

Well, I'm sorry
to disappoint you,

but there are no hard feelings
between me and Andrew.

Actually, there are no feelings
at all.

Whatever you say.
Your parents' order is ready.

- Oh, great! Hi, 'morning!
- Good morning.

- Be right back.
- Okay.

Order up!

Welcome back
to Four Square Cooking,

America's favorite cooking show.

Be sure to tune in next month

for our Valentine's Day special.

Let the challenge begin.
Good luck!

- Hi, honey!
- Thank you, mom.

Main Street Cafe. Hi, Judy.
Great.

I will put you down for two.
See you then.

Valentine's Day reservations.

Valentine's already?

Almost. Do you have
any special plans?

Oh, well.

Unless a romantic miracle
happens in the next

month, I think I'll probably
just stick with tradition.

Order a pizza and
organize my closets.

Thank you.

Any word from your realtor?

Yeah, yeah!
We had a nibble today.

Honey, this is a good thing.

Your dad and I can finally relax,
maybe do some traveling.

You know we never
had a honeymoon.

I understand,
I just can't imagine Bailey's Fork

without the Main Street Cafe.

I think Bailey's Fork will
survive.

I just wish there was some way
to keep it in the family.

You know I would take it over
if I wasn't so busy.

But with our online business
expanding so fast,

it's like I can barely keep up.

I am gonna miss this place.

Thirty years is a good run.

Sometimes change
can be a good thing.

The last time someone said
"change can be a good thing"

was before Andrew
packed up and went to Paris.

My point exactly.
You thought your life was over.

Now look at you! You are
a successful business owner.

Well, speaking of Andrew,
I just found out

he's going to be in town.
Tonight.

Well, it might be nice
to see him.

I put that chapter behind me,
where it will stay.

You know, your dad and I always
thought that you'd end up

running this place together
someday.

Yeah, that was the plan.

Okay, I gotta go.

Are you sure you don't want to stay
for the elimination round?

The theme is
"tropical vacation".

Don't tell me a thing!
I'm recording it.

See you later, mom.
Bye, dad!

Bye, honey!

Judges, it's time to check in
with our contestants.

Thank you so much for doing this,
I know it was last minute.

Our pleasure.

That cake
is going to be delicious!

Let us know how it turns out.

Are you not staying?

We would love to,
but we're buried in orders.

- Yeah.
- I'm sorry to hear that!

Where would you like us
to put these cupcakes?

You know,
I'm a little disorganized.

Leave it to Andrew to spring
everything on us last minute.

Seems about right.

Okay, everyone.
They're just a few minutes out.

Oh, well, we better get going
so that you...

So, I was thinking that maybe we
should keep the cake in here

and I can cut it later, and then
everything else,

we can put on the dining room
table under the sign.

- Sounds great.
- Good!

I'm so excited. You know, Andrew
loves surprises.

You know, I really hate
surprises.

And if I know my sister, she's
setting it up as we speak.

I can almost guarantee it.

Maybe if you came home more than
once every five years,

she wouldn't go to all this
trouble.

I guess you're right. It will be
nice to see some familiar faces.

Hello, François!

Andrew!

We have serious problem here,
Andrew.

What is it?

Rinaldo Mercier.
The Rinaldo Mercier,

is coming in next week to review
the restaurant.

- That's great.
- No, no, no.

It's not great. Rinaldo, he will
want dessert,

but my head pastry chef, you,
is not here!

I'm sorry, but everything is
going to be fine.

Max is a very capable assistant.
You're in good hands.

He better be.
François not happy.

François is not happy.

- Right here. Yeah?
- Yeah.

Okay, quiet, everyone!

- This looks perfect.
- Great!

Except that...

Yes?

You know, I'm just thinking that
maybe we should have the cake

out here, I mean, it's just so
beautiful that there's no sense

- in hiding it in the kitchen.
- Sure!

Okay.

Here we go, see?

Perfect! Yes. Thanks!

- Enjoy the party. Let's go.
- Okay.

Surprise!

Hey!

All this, just for me?

- Mom, did you tell him?
- I didn't say a thing.

- Hey.
- Hi.

Really great to see all...

Kelly.

Surprise.

It's so good to have you back!

Come on, so did you know?

I had my suspicions. But I will
say that the guest list

- was a little unexpected.
- Come on.

I'm not gonna throw a party and
not have Kelly's desserts.

I guess I just wasn't prepared
to see her.

And I'm not too sure she's happy
to see me.

What happened between you two
was long ago.

I'm sure she'd be happy
to catch up.

Cake?

- Hey.
- Thank you.

There you go.

Four-layer honey almond cake.

You have a good memory!

Are you kidding me? I would
recognize this anywhere.

We spent weeks creating this.

So how long are you in town for?

Just a couple of days, just a
quick stopover

on my way to New York.

Maybe next time you can give us
a little more notice.

The whole trip was very last
minute.

So what's in New York?

My friend has a new restaurant

and wants me to help with the
opening.

Sounds exciting.

Sounds more exciting than it
actually is.

So how are you doing?

I'm great. You know me, can't
complain.

Work is busy, so...

Well, if your desserts are
anything like this,

I can understand why. This cake
is really a slam dunk.

Yikes, thank you for the
reminder.

I'm supposed to pick up my
nephew at basketball practice

- so I've gotta run.
- You know what, I should go too.

No, you can't go too! The party
is just starting.

- She's my ride, so...
- Stay awhile!

I'm sure Andrew would love to
drive you home.

I would?

I mean, yeah.

Yeah, I would, I just... I don't
have a car.

- You can take mine.
- Sure.

Only if it's not too much
trouble.

No trouble at all.

No. No trouble at all.

That's me.

You are kidding, right?

Needed a little work.

Yeah, I remember!

But I think it came out nicely.

I can't believe that you live
here.

The tree.

Still there.

- Our tree.
- Not technically.

I don't know.
The initials say otherwise.

I remember carving that like it
was yesterday.

It was a long time ago.

Look at us now.

Yeah, you've done well for
yourself.

World famous-chef and all.

Let's get one thing straight.

François Dumont
is a world-famous chef,

and I am simply his pastry chef.

Executive pastry chef.
Don't sell yourself short.

Okay, well, what about you?

I hear your business is doing
very well.

Yeah, I guess it worked out well
for both of us.

Yeah, let me walk you to
your door.

Yeah, okay.

Thanks for the ride.
I should get inside.

George is probably wondering
what happened to dinner.

- George?
- Yeah, you want to meet him?

- He's here?
- Yeah, we live together.

Surprised no one told you.

I should warn you, though.

He does get grumpy if he
hasn't eaten,

and he can get a little jealous.

Maybe we can do this another
time.

George, come say hello!

George is a dog.

You know what? You're right!

- Andrew, meet George.
- Hello.

Well, I don't want to keep
George from his dinner.

It was really nice seeing
you, Kelly.

I'm in town for a few days,
maybe I'll see you around.

I've got a pretty busy week
ahead.

Yeah, yeah. I understand.
Good night.

'Night.

Just so you know, I'm ready when
you are.

Ready for what?

To talk about how it went with
Andrew last night.

Not much to talk about.

He dropped me home and
that was that.

Okay, that is never that.

Not with an ex-fiancé that you
haven't seen in five years.

Are you gonna see him again?

No, he leaves town in a couple
days to New York.

Kelly McIntyre?

You're... you're...

That's right. I'm Maneet Chauhan
from Four Square Cooking.

Are you familiar with the show?

She's familiar with the...
With the show.

Familiar with it?

It's like my favorite show
of all time!

Then I bet you know
why I'm here.

You would lose that bet.

I'm here because you,
Kelly McIntyre,

have been selected
to be a contestant

on Four Square Cooking special.

Valentine's Day Bake-Off
episode.

Come on. This is the time when
the contestants usually scream,

- they jump up and down.
- I'm sorry, are you...

Are you saying you want me to be
a contestant on your show?

That's right.

Wait, wait! Are you sure
this is not a mistake?

Usually the contestants on your
show are accomplished chefs

with professional training.

I just, I own a small town
bake shop. This...

This seems
a little out of my league.

The proof is in the pudding.

When you were nominated,
we did our due diligence

and ordered off your website.
The Danish Dream Cake?

Well, it's dreamy.

Maneet Chauhan had one of my
creations. Did you hear that?

I did, 'cause I'm standing
right here.

- Wait! Nominated?
- That's right.

You are the best friend ever!

Thank you so much!

And as much as I love
your python-like hug,

I didn't nominate you for the show.

Sorry, we can't reveal this
until the show is over.

Okay.

And we'll cut there.

I think we got some good
responses. Thank you.

Kelly, hi, I'm Jennifer.
One of the producers on the show.

Hi, nice to meet you.

Is it... is this for real?

Absolutely. If you have
a few moments,

I can go over everything
with you.

But before that, I have to try
that red velvet cupcake

right over there.

Absolutely. Sara, would you?

Thank you.

- Anything you want.
- Thank you.

- My office is right this way.
- Great.

So, as you may know,
the show shoots in New York.

We'd fly you in next week
for up to ten days.

Less depending on when or if
you're eliminated.

Ten days?
That might be difficult.

I have the business to run.

It's a huge commitment.
But if you were to win,

the $100,000 prize money
can make it all worth it.

Not to mention exposure
for the shop.

And you! Being on our show has
a way of taking our contestants

and their businesses
to the next level.

This is so exciting.
No one's gonna believe me!

Well, actually,
no one can know.

Thought you might want to try
some of our specialties

before Maneet eats everything.

Actually,
I'm glad you're here.

We understand that it's
asking a lot of our contests

to pick up and leave
on such short notice.

People have businesses to run.

So we allow each contestant
one confidant back home.

You are Sara are going to have
to keep things under wraps

until after the finale airs.

Otherwise you'd have to leave
the show and forfeit the money.

- My lips are sealed.
- Yeah.

Great. But just in case,

these are non-disclosure
agreements.

You both have to sign.

Standard for competition shows.

We keep your identity
from the other contestants.

Separate hotel rooms,
dressing rooms, transportation.

You get the idea.

Now this is a special
Valentine's Day edition,

so shooting is done in segments.

- Valentine's? It's so soon.
- It's a very tight turn-around.

The first rounds
will show the week of,

and the finale airs
on Valentine's Day.

It's a lot, I know.

So if you think this is
something you want to do,

all we need are some signatures.

Let's do this.

I'm gonna take off.
You want to walk out?

- You go ahead.
- What is all this?

I figured I'd brush up
on some old recipes.

Don't want to be caught
off guard

when the cameras are rolling.

We need to put this
on a computer.

- Don't mess with my system!
- You need a system upgrade.

You're gonna do great.

I really wanna tell someone.

Me too. I could barely sleep
last night,

and I'm not even on the show.

I'm not sure anyone
would believe me, though.

- Don't do that.
- What?

Sell yourself short.
You have just as much chance

of winning this as anyone.

It would be great if I won,
not gonna lie.

Your parents are gonna be
so proud when they find out.

I wish I could tell them.

You know
who I really want to tell?

Andrew?

Well it looks like you don't
need fancy training in Paris

to be successful.

I just wish I could be there
to see the look on his face

when you win.

Let's not get ahead
of ourselves.

Besides, he'll be in Paris
by the time the show airs.

- If it even airs there.
- It does.

I checked.
Weeknights at eight.

All right.

You go have a good night.
I'll see you tomorrow.

- All right. Good night.
- Bye.

What are you doing here?

Okay, I've gotta be honest
with you.

If that's how you greet
all of your customers,

you're going to go
out of business.

I couldn't sleep,
I thought I'd take a little drive

down memory Lane,
then I saw that your light was on

out back, and your car.

Thought I'd come say hello.
Do you always work this late?

I'm just... getting a head start
on some orders.

Think I could get a tour?

Come in.

I'd heard that you really
transformed the place,

but I had no idea.

Yeah, I guess last time you
were here,

it was just an old ribbon
factory.

Yeah.

On the verge of collapse, if I
remember.

You know never know. Amazing
what a little love can do.

Yeah, well, love and a giant
small business loan.

Yeah.

Here. Check out the kitchen.

Kelly, this really is
something special.

What are you making?

Cranberry orange muffins.

What a coincidence. I was just
thinking how good

would a cranberry orange muffin
be right now.

You're funny.

You want some help?

No, I'm all set, thanks.

Oh, come on. It will be just
like old times.

All right.

I was just about to chop some
cranberries.

On it.

Hey, what about topping the
muffins with a streusel glaze?

A cinnamon streusel to
compliment the cranberries.

Yeah, even better.

You're a pretty good assistant.

Assistant? Ouch.

It's my kitchen.

Oh, well, they are really good.

You seem surprised. We make a
great team. We always have.

- What's so funny?
- No, I just...

Just started thinking about that
time in high school,

when we snuck into the Main
Street Cafe

because you needed to perfect
the honey almond cake.

I think we got sick from so many
samples.

What a couple of food nerds.

I know this might not mean
much now, but...

I felt horrible about the way
things ended.

Yeah, well, can't change
the past.

And there's no sense dwelling
on it.

Yeah, you're right.

This is great, but I probably
should get going.

Yeah.

- Thanks for the help.
- Yeah.

I'll walk you out.

Thanks.

Yeah.

It was good to see you.

Yeah, okay. Bye.

Okay. Bye.

Atlanta? Why
would you go to Atlanta?

- Why? It is the big...
- The big...

Retail Bakers' Association
annual retreat.

Yep.

You know what? Maybe I'll go
with you.

What now?

Well, I really do hate the idea
of you traveling alone,

and your dad can hold down the
restaurant for...

How long did you say?

About ten days,

it's too long for you
to be away.

I'll be fine. Go.

I'll do it. It will be a
girls' trip.

- You can't go.
- What?

Because, well, when I called to
register,

I only reserved space for one.

And they're sold out.

There you have it. Sold out.

Well, that's too bad.

Are you sure you'll be okay?

I'll be fine, mom.

- Hey, when do you leave?
- Day after tomorrow!

- So soon!
- I know. Where does the time go?

Now you promise you'll call when
you get in?

Promise.

You'll call me if you need
anything?

That is the third time you've
asked me that.

I got this! You just focus on
winning.

- You have my house keys.
- Yep.

Are you sure you don't mind
taking George all this time?

Are you kidding? We got this!
Right, George?

Okay.

- I'll miss you guys.
- You got this.

New York, here I come.

Bye, George.

Bye!

Welcome! How was your flight?

Hi. Great! I'm not used to first
class.

Kelly, this is our associate
producer, Brenda.

Hi, Kelly. Congratulations.

Thank you.
Still feels like a dream.

Brenda will be your right hand
while you're here.

Each contestant has their own
producer to make sure

everything runs smoothly.

So if you need anything,
you let her know.

But for now, let's get you
settled.

Sounds good.
This place is amazing.

Wait 'til you see your room.

What do you think?

I think I'm in the wrong room!

You're right where you belong.

No pictures. Don't forget
your NDA.

Right. Got it.

Your bags will be up shortly, is
there anything we can get you?

Oh, no. I'm fine. Just maybe a
little tired.

Well, get some rest. We have a
5:30 call time.

In the morning?

I'll pick you up and take you to
the studio,

and then you'll do a quick
walk through

before they begin shooting.

If that's the case, maybe I'll
just order some room service,

get some rest.

Well, if you don't need anything
more from us,

we'll say good night.

Okay. Good night.

- See you tomorrow!
- Yeah.

What?

I was thinking we could grab
a quick bite to eat after.

I'm starving.

I don't really have
that big of an appetite.

You've got some busy days ahead.
You have to eat.

Yeah, I guess you're right.

You seem a little preoccupied,
what's on your mind?

I was thinking about back home.

- Would that be Paris, or...
- Bailey's Fork.

I didn't realize how much I
missed it 'til I went back.

What about it did you
miss the most?

Hello?

Rise and shine!

Meet me in the lobby in 30.

I'm going to grab a coffee on
the way. Can I get you one?

Yes, large. Thank you.
Maybe two?

Just one second.

Entering the studio with
contestant one. All clear?

We don't use names just in case
the other contestants can hear.

We have to make sure that you
don't accidentally

run into each other.

It must be a coordinating
nightmare.

It's a lot of work.

It's so strange being
here in person.

Come on.

I believe this is for you.

Fits you perfectly!

You and the other contestants
won't be able to see

or hear each other.

Occasionally, your kitchen may
go completely silent.

Don't freak out. That just means
that Maneet

is having a conversation with
one of the other contestants.

You only hear what they want you
to hear.

Got it.

Once cameras roll, Maneet will
announce the theme

for the first round.

Since this is a Valentine's
special,

safe to say it will involve love
or relationships.

Makes sense.

Special ingredients for each
round are in here.

How you use them is up to you,
just know you will be judged

on how well you implement
everything.

Be sure to keep an eye on
the clock.

How could you not?

How you use your time
can make or break you.

Hopefully I haven't completely
overwhelmed you.

Only a little.

Copy that.

- They're ready for you.
- Now?

Don't forget to smile and
have fun.

Wait, where are you going?

I'll just be off camera,

you sure you don't want to
stick around?

I'll make you something to eat!

Breathe, you're gonna do great.

Okay, let's settle in, please.

Hello, and welcome to a very
special edition

of Four Square Cooking.

We have assembled four of
the best in the business

to go head-to-head for a
Valentine's Day Bake-Off,

and a grand prize of $100,000.

So let's get right to it.

The theme for today's Valentine-
inspired dessert

is "enduring love."

The challenge is to create
a dessert fit

for a 50th wedding anniversary.

So, chefs, please remove
the special ingredients

from your basket.

Almonds, chili peppers,
chocolate chips,

and cinnamon hearts.

We'll set the time
for two hours.

Let the challenge begin.
Good luck.

Ten, nine, eight, seven,

six, five, four,

three, two, one.

Alright, spatulas down,
step away from the counter.

Let's cut.

Good job everyone.
We'll break here for lunch.

Next up will be
the judges segment.

You did it!

Did I look as nervous as I felt?

Not at all. You're a pro.

We'll see what the judges say.

- Hungry?
- Starving.

Contestant one on the move.

Okay.

Come on.

How're you feeling?

I'm in New York competing
on my favorite TV show.

This has been the most
surreal day of my life.

And it just got surreal-er.

I'm not sure that's a word.

Kelly?

Andrew.

What are you doing in New York?

Me? Here? I'm...

For the Retail Baker's
Association.

Why didn't you tell me that
you were going to be in town?

Unless that was on purpose?

No, no. It was last minute.

Sorry.
This is my friend, Brenda.

- She's...
- Also here for the conference.

Yes.

Hi, I'm Andrew.

Brenda.

Where are my manners?
Kelly, Brenda, this is Lori.

Nice to meet you.

You, too.

So, how's the restaurant
opening coming along?

It's great. My friend can be
a pain in the neck sometimes,

but I'd say everything
is on schedule.

How do you two know each other?

Us?

We work together.

Lori is married to my friend,
Tom, who owns the restaurant.

I handle the business
side of things.

How do you two know each other?

We're both from the same town.

We were just talking about
where to get a bite to eat.

Do you maybe
want to eat together?

Why not?

The more the merrier, I guess.

Someone told me about
a place called 2520?

Supposed to be amazing.

Trust me, we'd be lucky to get
in by Christmas of next year.

I'll see if we can
do something about that.

Hello? Hi, I was wondering if
you could take a party of four

for lunch? I see.

I understand.

That doesn't sound promising.

Well, luckily,
we're in New York.

There are a
million places to eat.

What are you in the mood for?

We're in!

How?

You'd be amazed at what
you can get if you simply ask,

and also if your
boss is François Dumont.

Thank you.

This place really is great.

I feel like
I'm a little underdressed.

That's not true,
you look absolutely beautif...

You look fine.

So, what's it like working with

the world famous
François Dumont?

It's been an experience.

How long have you
two known each other?

Since we were little kids.

We actually worked at
my parents restaurant together

in high school.

Main Street Cafe.
It's a great diner. Still there.

I started out washing dishes.

Yeah, but it wasn't
long before he was

basically running the kitchen.

Why did you leave?

I went to
culinary school in Paris,

which led to
an internship with François,

which then suddenly turned
into a full-time position

as assistant pastry chef,

and just worked
my way up from there.

Hard opportunity to pass up.

Must have been
a dream come true.

I wouldn't say that being
a pastry chef is my dream.

I always thought of myself
as more of a chef de cuisine.

Maybe owning my own
restaurant own day.

But who's complaining?
It's Paris.

It's nothing to complain about.

Bailey's Fork couldn't quite
measure up to the bright lights

of Paris.
No chef could resist that?

I know one who did.

Looks like my husband
is having a mini-meltdown.

They delivered
the wrong chandelier.

Sorry, but we have to run.

This is on us, and, you know,

don't leave on our account.
Stay.

Well, good luck with
the opening and thank you.

Well, you're very welcome.

Good timing.
We're due back at the studio.

Judgement time is upon us.

Okay.

So, Kelly McIntyre,
could you please tell the judges

and the folks at home what you
prepared for this challenge?

I decided to make a cookie cake.

I used the almonds to make an
almond flour from mini macarons.

And then I ground up the chilies
and the cinnamon candy

and used the dark chocolate
to make a cayenne spiced

chocolate mousse filling.

I decided to use gold leaf
for the final touches because

gold is the traditional gift for
the 50th anniversary present.

Thanks, Kelly.

Chef Georgie,
let's start with you.

Kelly, I found it very rich,

and I mean that in a good way.

I was concerned that the cayenne
pepper and the chocolate might

overwhelm the other ingredients,
but it works.

Thank you.

Very good. Chef Abraham?

Kelly.

Stylistically, this is
different than the others.

Which is what I liked about it.

You can breathe now.

Now, you integrated
the ingredients perfectly.

Very good balance. Well done.

Thank you, chef.

Alright, chef Collin.

I would have liked to have seen
something a little more daring

for the first round.

However, these cookies
are baked to perfection.

Amazing job.

I'm so you liked it.

Thank you, judges.

Looks like you're
off to a great start.

I can't believe it.
I'm very happy.

Thank you, Kelly. We'll see
you in the elimination round.

Cut!
I think we got it.

Alright, let's take a break

and set up for the next shot.

Great job!

It was touch and go for
a minute there with chef Collin.

I'd say you were three for
three as far as the judges

are concerned,
but you'll know soon enough.

Okay, come on.

I thought Andrew was nice.

He can be very charming.

I know it's not my business,
but it seemed like you guys were

more than just friends.

You could say that.

I've put it in the past.

Not sure he has.

It's just a feeling I get.

The way he looks at you,
the way he talks about you.

That's just guilt.

Nice of him to take us to 2520.

Yeah, that was nice.

Who is it?

It's Kelly.

Well, answer it!

This is a surprise.

I just wanted to
thank you for lunch.

Okay, you already thanked me,
but I appreciate the call.

And to apologize for my
little jab about Paris.

No need. Is there anything else?

I was thinking, I don't
know anybody else in New York

and maybe we could continue to
catch up if you're not too busy.

I've got some time.

Maybe we could grab dinner?

Or not.

Yeah, no. Sure. We can do that.

Okay, let me figure out a place.

Again, if you're too busy,
no worries.

I'll get back to you.
Thanks for the call.

You're done for the day
if you're ready to go.

Yeah. Yeah, I'm ready.
Exhausted. It was a big day.

This is Lori,
please clear common areas.

I'm on the move
with contestant two.

Okay, stand by
for the elimination set-up...

Moment of truth.
It was fun while it lasted.

Will you stop?
They loved your dessert.

But did they like it
better than the other three?

We're about to find out,
and do I look nervous?

No, but I imagine it's probably
your job to look completely calm

even when a contestant
is about to get the boot.

- Kelly.
- Yeah?

Breathe.

Right.

We're up.

Okay, Maneet. Here we go.

Okay.

We are rolling
in three, two, one.

Welcome back, everyone,
to day two for our special

Four Square Valentine's Day
Bake-Off.

The contestants have
already faced the judges,

which means that, sadly,
it's time to say goodbye to one.

So let's get to it.

On that plate is
a ticket to the next round,

or an empty plate.

Contestants, please remove
the dome from your plate.

For those of you who received
a card, welcome to round two.

Unfortunately, the first
chef to leave us today is...

Frank Wells.

I'm sorry, Frank,
this is where we say goodbye.

It was an honor
to be on the show.

It was a pleasure having you.

If you'd like to try
Frank's signature creations,

you can visit Elk Traxx
ski resort in Colorado

where he is
the executive pastry chef.

Well, that's it for now.

Until next time,
be safe and eat well.

That's a cut.
Thank you, everyone!

I told you!

It doesn't seem real.

It's real alright, and it's
only going to get more intense.

We should celebrate!

How are you not exhausted?

I feel like I could
fall asleep right here,

and I wasn't the one
cooking all day.

Sorry, but I'm out.

Party pooper.

Can you believe that
I beat Frank Wells?

Actually, I can.

He's one of the best
pastry chefs in the country.

It's Andrew.

What did he say?

Asking if I have dinner plans.
That was quick.

Don't look at me.
I'm going home.

What do I say?

Depends.

On what?

If you want to see him.

You're no help.

See you.

I mean, what are the odds
we'd run into each other?

About 7 million to one, right?

Well, I think you
might be right.

So, you got any
plans in the big city?

No. I mean, sort of.

I'm grabbing a bite with Andrew.

You're going out again?

But this time
my intention is clear.

Which is?

Closure!

If you say so.

So, what do you two
have planned for tonight?

Not sure. I'm imagining he
probably wants to show off

a little bit and take me
to another fancy restaurant.

More importantly,
how are things going back home?

Everything's great here.

Busy as ever, but I'm managing.

By the way, your mom mentioned
they're close to a deal

on the restaurant.
Just makes me so sad.

You and me both.

Listen, I better get going.
I'll talk to you soon.

Hugs to George.

You got it.

Bye.

I just think that you're blowing
everything out of proportion.

This Max, he do not care.

He put cocoa in
the crème brûlée.

Does chocolate crème brûlée
sound like a François creation?

- No.
- Actually sounds pretty good.

I'll tell you something.

Once you have your own
restaurant then you can put

whatever you wish in
the crème brûlée, okay?

Yes, I understand.

I have no choice.
I will fire him.

What? No, no, no!
I will talk to him.

Today! Okay? Oui?

You've put me in a bad spot.

- I'm sorry.
- No sorry, just fix it!

Hi. Everything okay?

Yeah, yeah,
just some work stuff.

There's always something, right?

I hope you're hungry.

Starving.

Okay, good,
because I think you're really

gonna like this place,
but I have to warn you,

there might be a line, because
they don't take reservations.

Well,
I'm ready to go if you are.

You wanna grab a cab?

No need, because you
can see it from here.

Seriously?

Best hot dogs in New York.
You wanna try it?

Sounds perfect, actually.

Okay.

Next!

What would you like?

One with everything, please.

- Make that two.
- Coming up!

No, I got it.

Thank you.

- Thank you.
- Thank you. Have a good night.

You, too.

Next.

This may be the best
hot dog I've ever had.

Do you remember that fourth of
July barbecue when you entered

the hot dog eating contest?

I was convinced I was going
to shatter the town record.

I remember you tapping out at,
what was it?

I believe the official
count was two and a half.

Feels like it was two
different people, doesn't it?

So much has changed.

But you've carved out a pretty
amazing life for yourself.

Yeah, but, nothing will
compare to the time spent at

Main Street Cafe,
working with you.

I'm going to miss that place.

What do you mean?

My parents are
selling the restaurant.

Are you serious?

They felt like it was
time for a new chapter.

They want to travel.
Mom wants to learn to golf!

Why don't you take it over?

I'd love to, but unless
there's a way of cloning myself,

it's just not possible.

Too much to run
the bakery and the cafe.

That's a shame.

I'm happy for them,
but Bailey's Fork without

Main Street Cafe
just won't feel like home.

Does it still feel
like home for you?

It's just that
you never came back.

I just got caught up in work,
I guess.

Next thing you know,
five years has passed.

I figured you'd just
given up on us small town folk.

Never.

I just never thought
I'd stay so long in Paris.

Well, I guess wherever
you live is home, right?

We're ten minutes out.

Okay.

We were just trying
to work some magic.

Didn't really get
good sleep last night.

Want to talk about it?

Well, last night I was
hoping for some closure,

but next thing I know,
we are strolling through

the park
and it feels like old times.

Sounds romantic.

It was a lovely evening
and that's it.

Do you still have
feelings for him?

That would be silly.

We live half a world
away from each other.

That is a problem,
but that's not what I asked.

Brenda, we're ready for Kelly.

Copy that. On our way.

You can make all
the excuses you want,

but you can't deny when
something feels right.

Hello, and welcome back
to our week-long

Valentine's Day
Bake-Off special.

Yesterday we said goodbye to
our first eliminated contestant.

Now, there are two challenges
left to determine which of

these three chefs will take home

the grand prize of $100,000.

So, let's get to our next
challenge!

The theme for your
Valentine-inspired challenge

will be paper roses
or puppy love,

and you are tasked
to create the perfect

kid's birthday party.

Chefs, in your refrigerator,
you will find a jar of

fresh rose petals.

For the other ingredients you
can chose any kind of nuts

or any fruits.

You will have three hours,
so use your time wisely.

Let the challenge begin.
Good luck.

What do we have here?
Cream puffs?

That's right. I'm going to
create a croquembouche.

I figure kids love sweets
they can hold in their hands.

So, I saw you grab
oranges and cream cheese.

That's a very odd pairing.

I've decided to make cake pops,

'cause that's what my parents
made for me when I was a kid.

I'm just hoping I remembered
the recipe correctly.

Are you seeing that?

Ten, nine, eight, seven,

six, five, four,

three, two, one.

And spatulas down,
step away from the counter.

Judges, will you join me,
please?

I like the presentation.

Yes, it's very nice.

Not sure if it's
necessarily for children.

Interesting texture.

I can taste the cream cheese.
It's nice.

Thank you.
It also helps hold the shape.

Well, I think
I've tasted enough.

I really appreciate the design.

- I love the use of the color.
- Thank you, chef.

It's quite sweet, which I think
children would really enjoy.

Nice use of rose here as well.

I disagree. I'm guessing you
don't have any kids, am I right?

Not yet, but hope to someday.

'Cause if you did, you'd know
these are just way too messy.

So, I'm afraid it wouldn't
be very practical for

a child's birthday party.

Thank you, chef.

Well, many different
opinions from our judges.

This one is up for grabs.

Let's see who gets
the Valentine's invitation

to go on to the final round.

Chefs, please remove
the dome from your plates.

We've got our two finalists!

The next contestant
to be eliminated

from our competition...

Is Dianne Crawford.

Dianne, is from Austin, Texas,

and the executive chef of

the famous Excelsior Hotel.

Dianne, we are sorry
to see you go. Thank you.

Thank you, Maneet.
It's been an amazing experience

being on the show,

and best of luck
to the two finalists.

Alright, finalists. Dianne has
wished you both good luck.

And that's a cut.

We're moving on to
the next segment.

I can't believe it.
Dianne Crawford!

You've heard of her?

Yeah. Are you kidding me?

She's amazing.

Her cookbooks are best sellers.
I have all of them.

You guys really brought
out some heavy hitters.

The best of the best.

That's not very comforting.

Why? So far you
beat two of them.

What would you say is your best
skill as a professional chef?

I wouldn't even considered
myself a professional chef.

I just love to bake.

I guess I'd say
I'm more of an improviser,

that's why I've really
enjoyed being on this show.

I'm happiest when I'm being
creative. Taking chances.

Since this is
a Valentine's Day special,

tell us about
your first Valentine.

We were just kids.
His sister introduced us.

She tricked us, actually.
She told us both to meet her

at this big tree in our town
and then she didn't show up!

And now? Anyone special?

Lots of special
people in my life.

Let me put this a different way.

If you were to win the Bake-Off,

who would you
want to call first?

That is an interesting question.

Who would I want to call?

Let's just say that there is
someone I would like to call.

To our finalist!

I thought we should celebrate.
So, I have a little surprise.

I don't like surprises.

You're gonna like this one.

The Manhattan Original Diner
for Cheesecake.

Okay, I've heard
about that place.

Then let's get going.
We don't want to be late.

Hello? Yes.

You're kidding me.

No, I understand.
I'll be right there.

What's going on?

Work. I'm so sorry.

They need me to look at
a cut of the first episode.

No problem.
Another time.

No, you should definitely go.
Believe me, it's that good.

I've got a cab
waiting downstairs.

Okay.
Yeah, why not?

You're gonna love it.

I wish you could come.

Enjoy.

I will.
Have a good night.

Hey, she's on her way.

Perfect. Andrew bought it
hook, line, and sinker.

Hope this doesn't backfire.

Me, too.

One slice of our famous
New York Cheesecake.

Thank you.

Just wow.

That's the reaction
I was looking for. Enjoy.

Thank you.

Are you kidding?

Come here a lot?

Okay, this is strange.

How'd you know about this place?

It came highly recommended.

For me, too.

May I join you? I mean,
what's the world's greatest

cheesecake if you can't
share it with someone?

True.

I'm surprised
you're out with the opening

being tomorrow night.

What opening?

The restaurant?

Yeah, right.
Well, it's, you know,

everything is all systems go.

So, whatever happened to
opening your own restaurant?

Is that still a dream of yours?

Can I, get you anything else?

I think we're all set.

By the way, this is the best
cheese cake I've ever had.

Is it a family recipe?

Yeah, three generations,

but we've modified
it along the way.

So, this is your place?

- That's right. I'm Henry.
- I'm Kelly. This is Andrew.

Hi.

Anniversary?

No, we're not...

I'm sorry. Just something
about you says, "couple."

Where do you call home?

I'm in from Paris.

Paris?
What do you do in Paris?

I work for a chef.
François Dumont.

Ah, a fellow chef.
Welcome. And you?

I'm from a small town in North
Carolina called Bailey's Fork.

Bailey's Fork. My favorite
bakery is in Bailey's Fork.

You ever heard of
the Cake Factory?

Are you kidding me?

My wife and I were passing
through a few years back

and we stopped in.
Now, we go online all the time,

we order the four-layer
honey almond cake.

That's my shop.

- Really?
- Can you believe this?

Yes, I can.

She's one of the finest
pastry chefs that you'll meet.

You can say that again.

I'm honored that
you're here tonight.

I'm flattered.

Oh, please.
Let me pick up the tab.

- This one's on the house.
- Okay.

That was amazing.

Yeah.

Taxi!

It was great running
into you tonight.

Maybe we could
continue this later?

I don't think
that's a good idea.

Andrew, you're going to go back
to Paris and I'll be back home.

Yeah.

This'll never work, and I think
we just need to face that

and not make things harder
than they need to be.

Thanks.

I am so nervous,
I'm worried I might freeze up.

You're going to be fine,
just like you were

in the other rounds.

Yeah, but this is
the final competition.

They could throw us a curveball.
Who knows? They could...

I've worked on this show
for over five years now.

I've seen every caliber of chef,

every style of cooking,
so you have to believe me

when I tell you,
you can win this.

That's very nice of you.

I'm not saying it to be nice,
I'm saying it because it's true.

You belong here. Got it?

Got it.

Then say it.

- Really?
- Say it.

I belong here.

Finally.

I'm still nervous, though.

I wish you could be
up here with me.

I bet the other contestant
is cool as a cucumber.

I really want to win this thing.

I think you can do it.

No, you don't understand,
I need to win it.

Okay, what's going on?

I can't work for François
forever.

This money could be
a fresh start for me.

I could finally own my own
restaurant.

But if I don't do it now,

I feel like I never will.

This is good, you're motivated.

Now, channel this energy
into your cooking

and go win this thing!

Got it.

Copy. On our way.

All right, that's us.
You ready?

Not even remotely.

In three, two, one...

Welcome, everyone, to the finale

of our special Four Square
Valentine's Day Bake-Off.

We are down to two finalists

who are competing for the grand
prize of $100,000.

As fans of our show,
you know that at times,

we like to shake things up a bit
on Four Square.

So, our contestants are in
for a little surprise.

For our finale,

we decided to bring the helping
hand to the kitchen!

Assistants, come on out!

Surprise!

They are here to help
with the design element only.

So, now for the challenge.

Contestants, your theme for
the finale is "marry me"!

You are tasked to create
a proposal cake

at least 24 inches tall,
and no more than 50.

The ingredients are in
the basket.

Your challenge begins now!

Okay.

Will you get me some paper
and a marker?

So many ideas are flooding
my brain right now.

You only need one.

Think, you've been proposed to.

Yeah, but it didn't take. You?

My husband's proposal
was pretty standard.

You know, down on one knee,
box with a ring.

That's it!

What if we put a box with a ring
in it on top of the cake?

And we could do an edible card
hanging from the box

that says "will you marry me?"

Okay, that sounds great
for decoration,

but what's the cake?

Not sure.

Well, everyone has that one
go-to, what's yours?

That's easy, four-layer honey
almond cake with berries.

Well, then you better get busy.

You got this.

Thank you for helping me
with the design.

Okay!

What about a pink champagne cake
with a raspberry mousse?

This is a proposal cake,
emphasis on proposal.

I'm drawing a blank.
You have to help.

Okay, let's forget about
the challenge for a minute.

If you were going to propose
to the girl of your dreams

on Valentine's Day,

and really sweep her off
her feet, what would you bake?

You're a genius.

I am?

You've got this!

Thank you.

Looks delicious, Kelly.

And not to add
any undue pressure,

but you do realize you only
have two hours left.

Thanks, Maneet.

In case those humongous
ticking red numbers

weren't reminder enough.

That smells delicious.
What's the secret ingredient?

I can't divulge that
information, it's classified.

Okay, well then, best of luck.

How's it going, Kelly?

Oh, good!

Ten seconds.

Ten, nine, eight, seven,

six, five, four, three,

two, one!

Spatulas down!

Step away from the counter.

Okay, that's a cut!
Moving on, please.

Our judges are sampling
the desserts,

which means we're just moments
away

from finding out
who the winner is.

But first, let's get the
contestants out from backstage

so that they can see who they
have been competing against?

From Bailey's Fork,
North Carolina,

please welcome Kelly McIntyre.

- Hi, Kelly.
- Hi!

Congratulations on making it
this far.

Thank you.

Are you ready to find out
who your competitor is?

Ready as I'll ever be.

Well, this should be
interesting.

You're not kidding.

All the way from Paris,
please welcome Andrew York!

All right!

Judging from your faces,
I take it you guys had no idea.

None at all.

Me neither,
but it explains a lot.

Are you dying to know
who nominated you?

Any ideas?

I would have to say my mother.

She's my biggest fan.

Any ideas?

None at all.

"Dear Maneet,
I'd like to nominate Andrew York

"and Kelly McIntyre for your
Valentine's Day episode.

"They were childhood sweethearts

"and were on their way to
a long, happy life together,

"but careers interfered,

"and they went in different
directions.

"Both of them are worthy of
being on your show,

"and if it happens to bring them
together,

"then that would be the icing
on the cake.

Sincerely, Dawn York Redding."

My sister.

Well, this is the moment that
we've been waiting for.

Let's bring in the judges

and find out who is the winner

of the $100,000 grand prize.

Judges, we are dying
to know who the winner is.

Chef Georgie,
shall we start with you?

Monique, we are stumped.

While both of these creations
are unique in their design,

they are exactly the same cake!

So similar, in fact,
that we can't tell them apart.

Well, that's a first.

A tie on Four Square.

Well, the rules state
in case of a tie,

the deciding vote goes to...
yours truly.

Well, looks like I have
my work cut out for me.

That's my recipe!

I could say the exact
same thing.

What? The four-layer honey
almond cake is my thing.

If I remember,
we created that recipe together.

For weeks!

And it was my idea to add
the honey. And the berries!

The berries were my idea!

Come on, guys, isn't it too late
to get all caught up

in who added what to whose
recipe?

Okay.

As long as we agree
the recipe is mine,

including the berries!

Unbelievable. Unbelievable!

Andrew,
you were privy to recipes

from the most fancy
restaurants in the entire world.

Why would you choose a recipe
from Bailey's Fork?

Here we go.

You're just mad
that I got an opportunity

to go to culinary school.

I'm just mad because you left
and never came back!

Okay, let's not forget
that I asked you to come.

We could have started
a whole new life

with each other in Paris.

And uprooted my life and left
my friends and my family.

My home is in Bailey's Fork.

Did you ever stop to consider
how hard it was for me to leave?

It's my home, too.

They're ready for us.

Go ahead.

Welcome back.

I have just sampled
both the cakes

and before we announce
the winner,

I must say they both were
delicious.

- Thank you.
- Thanks.

But it's time to declare
the winner. Ready?

The winner of Four Square
Valentine's Day Bake-Off is...

Kelly McIntyre!

Oh, no, you don't.

Back on your feet, champ.

We've got press to meet
and a photo shoot to go to.

There she is.

I just wanted to say
congratulations!

Thank you.

Do you happen to know where
Andrew went?

He was headed back to the hotel.

I can radio to see if he's still
in the building?

No, no, that's okay.

So, how does it feel?

It feels... beyond words.

Let's go.

Brenda.

Hi! What's going on?

I was just headed back
to the hotel,

but I was hoping to catch Kelly.

I want to congratulate her
before I left.

Sorry, but she's off doing
some press interviews.

Okay, well, do you mind
telling her that I came by?

Of course.

Actually, she left
her jacket behind.

I was just going to drop
it off at her hotel...

But you know, I've got a ton of
work to wrap up here,

not sure I'll make it before
she leaves for the airport.

Why don't I take it?

Really?

Yeah, it's no problem.

Great job on the show,
by the way.

Sorry you can't both win.

No, the right person
definitely won.

Hi.

Hi!

What are you doing here?

I thought you might want
to keep this.

Thanks.

I dropped by your dressing room
to wish you congratulations,

but you had already left.

Yeah, it was kind of chaotic.

Yeah. Are you off to the
airport?

Yeah.

I'm a little bit late, actually.

Okay, well, I won't keep you.

So, have a safe trip home.

You, too.

You asked me why I never come
back to Bailey's Fork?

The other night, you asked
why I never come home to visit.

Yes?

It's because I knew
that if I saw you,

it might be too hard
to leave again.

And... I was right.

Andrew...

No, no, I have to do this.

Ever since I saw you
at my sister's house,

I knew that my feelings for you

were as strong
as they ever were.

I tried to deny it at first,

but I couldn't.

I miss Bailey's Fork every day
because that's where you are.

That's why I made that cake
in the finale.

Because...

It reminds me of home.

It represents us.

Why are you saying this now?

Because I knew
that I couldn't leave

without telling you how I feel.

I never stopped loving you.

I never stopped loving you
either, but...

Maybe life had different plans
for us.

Couldn't we just...

Start over?

You know we can't.

Look at our lives now,

look how far we've come
since you left.

Too far to go back?

I just hope that one day you can
forgive me for leaving.

I already do.

Goodbye.

François, I said I would handle
this when I got back.

Hello?

Yeah, I'll be right down.

No, that was my ride.

Look, François, I'm going to
have to call you back.

Yes, hello.
This is Andrew York.

The usual today, Mrs. Francis?

No, no.

Maybe a dozen of those
heart-shaped sugar cookies

with the pastel frosting.

You sure?

No salted caramel macarons
today?

Positive.

It is Valentine's, after all,

not to mention mine and
Stanley's fortieth anniversary.

Congratulations!
And happy Valentine's Day!

You know what, this one's on us.

Actually, Sara, will you toss in

half a dozen
of the salted caramel macarons.

That's a very kind of you!

Thank you, Kelly.

You're welcome!

Enjoy.

Happy Valentine's Day.

Happy Valentine's Day!

And happy anniversary!

Thank you!

Okay, let's go.

Why don't you go without me?

What if we get a rush
of customers?

Are you kidding?

The entire town is
watching the finale.

Okay.

Okay, let's go!

- I'll lock up.
- Okay.

There she is, there she is!

I learned to cook
from my parents.

They own a little cafe in
Bailey's Fork, North Carolina.

It's called Main Street Cafe.

Hi, mom, sorry I told you

I was going to be at the Retail
Baker's Association,

but I figured you'd understand.

I forgive you.

Thanks, mom!

Oh, and Dawn, I really
appreciate the nomination.

I figured it just might work.

Maybe I'm just a hopeless
romantic.

By the way, I ran into
your real estate agent.

Congratulations on the sale!

Though we're all really
going to miss you.

Honey, we were going to tell you
later.

We didn't want to spoil
the big night, but...

Yeah, it's true. We sold.

I know you're disappointed,
but it was such a great offer

and besides, it sounds
like the new owner

has some big plans for it.

I have to take this, but...

Who would I want involved?

Well, let's just say
that there is someone...

Welcome, everyone, to the finale

of our special Four Square
Valentine's Day Bake-Off.

We are down to two finalists

who are competing for the grand
prize of $100,000.

Andrew.

I need to talk to you.
Please.

You said that we
couldn't start over.

That we'd come too far
to go back.

I don't agree.

What are you saying?

It's really quite simple.

The girl that I love lives
in Bailey's Fork,

so that's where
I need to be, as well.

Doesn't sound like you thought
this through.

I have thought this through
over and over,

and I've never been more
certain of anything in my life.

I blew it once before.

I'm here to make it right.

What'll you do for work?

Yeah, that.

Well, it's always been a dream
of mine

to open up a restaurant like
the Main Street Cafe.

So, imagine my luck when I found
out that it was for sale.

You didn't.

You're the new owner?

How could you afford that?

It took pretty much everything
I had.

But the one thing that I do have

is faith that it will work out,
and you taught me that.

I'll add a little French flair.

And of course, I'm going to
order all of my desserts

from this amazing little
shop that I found.

I'd even be willing to take on
a partner,

if you're interested.

No one knows the Main Street
Cafe like you and me.

Sounds enticing.

I have to get back.

We have half the town waiting
to see which of us won.

I think we both did.

Welcome back.

I have just sampled
both the cakes.

But it's time to declare
the winner. Ready?

The winner of Four Square
Valentine's Day Bake-Off is...

Kelly McIntyre!

I am so proud of you!

You would have been
my second choice.

I was second choice.

Well...

See, I knew my plan would work.

Welcome home.

Happy Valentine's.

So, how many would you like?

Busy evening.

Hey.

Thank you.

Careful, this one's not edible.

Kelly McIntyre, I want to have
that wedding that we planned...

Just a little later
than we thought.

Will you marry me?

- Yes!
- Yeah?

Yes!

Just one question.

What?

Who's going to make
the wedding cake?

RIP-FIXES-SYNC
by VaVooM