From Cakes with a Twist to TV Fame: The Sweet Life of Paulette Goto of Polly Cooks

Sprung On Food

In this episode of 'Sprung On Food,' host Kae Sprung interviews Paulette Goto, a renowned pastry chef known for 'Polly Cooks and Eats.'

Paulette shares her journey from graduating top of her class at the French Culinary Institute to becoming a sought-after TV personality. They discuss her unique cake designs, childhood influences, and the creative process behind her baking.

The conversation also delves into her provocative cake messages, use of cannabis, and connecting with fans. Paulette shares intriguing culinary history and her approach to recipe creation, including personalized cake designs. The episode concludes with Paulette's future TV appearances and her passion for supportive community building on social media.

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00:00 Reflecting on the Past: The Evolution of Online Platforms

00:26 Introduction to Sprung On Food and Guest Paulette Goto

00:42 Paulette Goto's Culinary Journey and TV Fame

01:33 Cake Decorating Tips and Tricks

03:37 From Jehovah's Witness to Cake Creator

06:56 The Reality of Reality TV

21:54 Embracing Authenticity and Cannabis Use

25:06 Navigating Instagram's Hidden Messages

25:47 Celebrity Cake Orders

25:56 The Joy of Vanilla Vanilla

26:37 Checking Hidden Messages Weekly

26:56 The Rise of Provocative Cakes

27:27 Joining Instagram's Creators Program

28:25 Connecting with Cake Decorators Worldwide

29:02 Building a Supportive Instagram Community

31:58 Incorporating History into Cake Making

32:40 Fascinating Food Origins

34:46 The Story Behind Icebox Cake

40:57 Regional Food Specialties

44:07 Writing Humorous Recipes

46:31 Creative Cake Design Process

49:30 Upcoming Appearances and Farewell

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About the show:
Sprung On Food is an interview based series, hosted by Katherine Sprung, a food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're stepping into the world of food content creation, featuring food bloggers, chefs, cookbook authors, and media pros you should know. And, we get to know them through food, a universal connector.