Nine food artists showcase their detailed workmanship and compelling techniques in a battle for total sweets domination as they compete for the title of Best Gingerbread Artist in America, a cash prize, and to be featured in Food Network Magazine.
A cookier, a caker and a gingerbread book maker use their baking skills to give the big man a much-needed day off; classic gingerbread techniques, showstopping icing artwork and tropical decorations on full display.
Bakers vie to create the definitive gingerbread showpiece; they receive a competition curveball mid-challenge that requires them to switch gears from assembling gingerbread to creating holiday treats to act as functional parts of their final pieces.
Three finalists create their biggest Ultimate Holiday Celebration scene; the competitor that wows the judges the most will win the grand prize and be featured in Food Network Magazine as the first Holiday Gingerbread Showdown Champion.