Culinary chats! Celebrity chef Judy Joo sat down with famed baker Buddy Valastro to talk about life in and out of the kitchen — during the holiday season.The Cake Boss alum, 45, has created cakes for some of the biggest celebrities in the world.
However, during the holidays, Valastro’s wife takes over cooking duties. “Everyone comes to my house and Lisa [Valastro] makes an amazing feast for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day,” he gushed. “Then, on Christmas morning, we all open presents together and play family games.”As the Carlo’s Bakery owner awaits this year’s festivities and Lisa’s treats, Buddy speaks with chef Judy Joo about his impressive career, the holiday season and even his surprising kitchen guilty pleasures.Read their chat exclusively for Us Weekly — and get the recipe for his Sunday Gravy — below:Judy Joo: Does your family have a go-to holiday recipe?Buddy Valastro: Sunday gravy is a staple in [our house].
You can find the recipe in my book Cooking Italian with the Cake Boss.JJ: Hosting a big gathering can be stressful. Any tips or advice to help it go smoothly?BV: Being with the people you love matters the most.
I try to take a moment and realize just how lucky I am. All that matters are your loved ones.JJ: You’ve had such an impressive career.
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