Food Network announces new Harry Potter-themed baking show as thrilled fans say ‘I am going to lose my mind’

THE Harry Potter franchise has expanded itself to the world of baking.

Food Network fans are ecstatic that the network is creating a show based on the movies.

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Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking was announced at the Warner Bros, Discovery Upfronts this week.

According to a press release, the series “will celebrate the global phenomenon like never before, through elevated and innovative cake creations.”

Kathleen Finch, the Chairman and CEO of US Networks said in a statement, “Holidays are always big at Food Network, and with over 60 hours of holiday programming coming in 2024, and with Harry Potter’s global legions of fans, Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is certain to entertain and delight the 60M P2+ viewers who come to celebrate the season.”

The competition will take place at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in Watford, England, where the films were shot.

The bakers will be able to explore the sets including The Great Hall at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and Platform 9¾, Gringotts Wizarding Bank, and The Burrow.

The pastry chefs will create items inspired by the themes and scenes from Harry Potter.

Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking does not have a release date as of yet, but will air later this year.

‘A LOT MORE MAGICAL’

The news was also posted to Food Network’s Instagram page.

“The holidays just got a lot more magical because Harry Potter #WizardsOfBaking is coming to @foodnetwork & @streamonmax!” they captioned it.

“In this new competition show, pastry chefs will craft spellbinding sweet creations inspired by the @wizardingworld of @HarryPotter, all from the legendary sets at @WBTourLondon. We’re toasting with butterbeer to celebrate!”

The clip featured scenes from the eight films as well as possible creations the bakers could make.

Some of those included edible mandrakes, golden galleon macaroons, teacup cakes, and more.

‘MY KIND OF SHOW’

Fans were excited about the new show and commented that they wanted to be on it.

“This is my kinda show. I can’t wait to watch,” one fan said.

In this new competition show, pastry chefs will craft spellbinding sweet creations inspired by the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, all from the legendary sets at Warner Bros. Tour London. We’re toasting with butterbeer to celebrate

Food Network press release

“Ummm serious fomo from not being asked to partake in this show!” said another.

“Wooooooooow! I’m so excited to watch,” added a third.

“This is AMAZING!” said another.

“So cool!” wrote one fan.

“You must be joking. This is literally my dream tv show incarnate!!! THANK YOU in advance !!!” commented one last fan.

Harry potter is a book series by J.K. Rowling.

They were then turned into eight films, theme-park universes, a Broadway play, prequels, and more.

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