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Don't forget to try today's treat down special.

Hey, Patty.

There's my best customer here. I don't mind if I do.

You know, the guys down at the station cannot get enough of these treat-down

specials. I'll never know how you do it all.

A secret ingredient.

Family.

You know, my mother always wanted Patty Cakes to be a family-owned business.

Of course, not all my children agree.

To each their own, Mama.

Afternoon, Chuck.

Hey, how's it going? Can I help you with that? It's okay.

I got it. All right, man.

Where do you want the treat, Patty?

Put it over there in the corner, sweetie.

Okay.

This Christmas treat-down special is so popular, we can barely keep up with

these orders. Tony did say his social media team would get customers in the

door. We're not hurting for business.

No, and we have three special orders tomorrow.

And don't forget that cobbler for the Chamber of Commerce brunch. Oh, yeah.

Did you get that sugar-free filling recipe I sent you?

Nothing's wrong with a little sugar at Christmas.

That would be Marilyn's cupcakes for her bridal shower.

Oh, I'll get it. I'll get it.

Mommy,

you okay?

Lots to do, that's all.

You remember what the doctor said about your blood pressure and taking it easy?

I'm fine. It's just taking a little moment, that's all.

Oh, these aren't done.

That's odd. I put them in 15 minutes ago.

Have you noticed these ovens aren't getting as hot as they should?

Yeah, just turn up the temperature. I'll call the technician in tomorrow.

Might be time to replace them.

Those ovens built this place. And you're gonna need new ones to keep it standing.

Change isn't always a bad thing.

A wise person said, little elbow grease and a tune-up is all they need.

You remember that when I... Never mind.

When what?

Nothing, baby.

Mama. Tree's almost done.

I'm gonna take Leroy to the Cub Scout. She coming? Oh, we gotta get started on

tomorrow's... She'll be right behind you.

I'll be out front.

Mama, I can't leave. We gotta get ready for tomorrow's Christmas treat-down

special. I can make those in my seat.

What I need is for you to get my grandbaby to escort me.

Mama, you can't do it all by yourself.

I can, and I will. Now, out.

Give Leroy a kiss from his Grammy.

Yes, ma'am.

Ugh. I wish you would just let me stay and help her. Well, I've been married to

her daughter for ten years, and I can't remember the last time she lost an

argument. It's not just me.

It's the doctor, too. Her blood pressure's not getting any better.

Well, in that case, maybe the gift you and your family got her would be exactly

what the doctor ordered.

She even accepts it. Don't worry.

She will love it.

You don't think she suspects anything, do you?

No, I don't.

It's the time of year for getting together to share some cheer.

I'm Santa, Santa, and this ain't reindeer.

Cause all I want for Christmas is to have you here.

Snow's falling, it's coming down.

And good feelings are all around.

The fire's glowing and we hear the sounds of Christmas carols.

Hey baby, what's up? I was just about to ask you the same thing. You running

late?

Yeah, I had to grab a few things at the grocery store after Leroy was done.

You just try not to starve until I get there, okay?

I'll do my best.

Bye, baby. Later.

I'll be right back, okay?

Hey, baby.

Hey, Mama.

Make sure you get these to the store first thing in the morning.

I will.

Love you, Mommy. Love you too, baby.

All I want for Christmas is to have you here.

You don't think she suspects anything, do you?

You having second thoughts?

What? No, no.

Speaking of, did you know that our youngest has posted a new video?

Angie? Mm-hmm. Is it any good?

Take a look.

Welcome to a special Christmas edition of Cooking with Angie.

Today, I am so excited to announce that we were awarded a Michelin star.

My chocolate molten cake with strawberry reduction made the news, and the rest is

history. And today, I'm going to show you how to make your very own at home.

Isn't it something?

First, Angela moves to Paris, and then she starts her own video channel.

Now she's won an award.

Imagine that.

A Michelin star.

Talent runs in the family.

Of course it does.

You know, just because I've retired doesn't mean you have to.

We said we would see the world together.

Isn't it time?

What about patty cakes?

I'll sell it.

Don't you think your mother would have wanted it to stay in the family?

Of course.

Well, you can just give it to the children.

I'm sure they'll be happy to have it. They would, and that's the problem.

They'd be doing it for me. I can't ask them to do that.

They have their own lives now.

I don't want to force this on any of them.

At least this way they can invest the money however they want.

I see you've given us a lot of thought.

Mm-hmm.

I just have to figure out the best time to tell them.

Well, you know what I always say.

What's that?

Trust the chef.

Hey, Mom.

Hey, baby.

Can't I just read for a little longer?

It's getting late.

You got school in the morning.

No. When can I stay up like you and Dad?

How about...

When you're old and wrinkly.

Just like me and Dad.

But you and Dad aren't old and wrinkly.

Oh, well, that's sweet.

Still can't stay up, though.

Good night, Mom.

Good night, sweetie.

finally all right let's see here

hey

big brother little sister one you're not still at work are

you Maybe I want to see which one of us could work the hardest.

Does everything have to be a competition with you?

You only say that when you're losing.

I know you did not call me to brag about your superhuman work ethic.

I was just finishing up and I wanted to see if everything was ready for tomorrow

morning.

I think so.

You don't sound convinced.

It's not just that. I... I'm a little worried about Mama.

Oh?

Well, the regular workload is bad enough, but now there's this Christmas

treat-down thing you came up with.

And don't get me wrong, it's been great for business, just not so easy on her

health. Just tell her to hire more help.

Now you know how she is.

When my mama was my age, she ran this whole place by herself.

You're a little too good at that.

Well, what about you?

How's the cookbook coming?

Little by little.

Feels like I barely have any time for myself anymore.

I don't understand why you just don't tell Mama about it.

Hmm. Feeling guilty, I guess.

This is Mama we're talking about.

Exactly.

It's hard enough on her as it is. The last thing she needs is to worry about

me quitting.

I just don't know how she would feel knowing her one and only employee is

thinking about jumping ship to start her own business.

She's always supported you.

Says the six-figure executive.

Oh, now who's feeling competitive?

She's not going to be disappointed in you, Jennifer.

Yeah.

I gotta finish up.

I'll talk to you all tomorrow morning.

Talk to you then.

Bye.

In here.

Good morning, Mrs. Coach.

Morning.

That looks delicious.

It's soccer to me, Kate.

Today's special for the Christmas treat down.

Michael, mind if I ask you a personal question?

Sure.

Did you ever consider not taking over your father's business?

He said it was my choice.

And you never resented him for it?

Mm-mm.

Why?

Are you thinking about turning over better cakes?

Well, I'm sure your kids will support whatever you decide.

Do me a favor.

Don't say anything to anyone yet.

Your secret?

It's safe for me.

But speaking of, is everyone coming home for Christmas?

Michael, why don't you just ask me if Angie's coming home?

Is Angie coming home?

Well, she said she's not sure if she can get away during this big tourist season.

Hmm.

Remember, not a word.

What are you two in here conspiring about?

Whether or not Angie's coming home for Christmas.

Well,

I better get going.

I'll see you in a couple of days, Mrs. Coach.

Bye, Michael.

Bye.

Jennifer. Yes, Mama.

If you want unhappy working here, you tell me, right?

What do you mean?

Sometimes I wonder if you wouldn't be happy doing something else.

Mama, don't worry.

I love helping you out here.

Even if I may not be as good a cook.

Oh, girl, please.

All daughters think their mothers do things better than they do.

Although, in my case, it's true.

Be right there.

Just me.

Oh, Michael and I were just talking about you.

And Angie.

That sounds like Michael.

I hope you didn't come down here for my socket to me, Kate, because your doctor

would have my head.

Well, a certain little birdie told me I needed to be here.

She did?

What's going on?

Well, I guess it's time.

I'm not debating a message. All I'm saying is the campaign needs a new

slogan. Oh, I don't disagree with you on that, but do we have the time to

redesign from the ground up? Yeah, I need to call you back.

Hey family, so good to see you.

Wow, you're all here.

It's a video chat moment.

Buongiorno, sweetheart.

Daddy, that's actually Italian.

Si. So, the reason we all wanted to get together is we know how hard you've been

working, and we know the doctor was a little concerned, so we thought it would

be nice for us to do something special for you two this Christmas.

Well, actually, since we're all here, kind of, we had something we'd like to

talk to you about, too. But you go first.

Well, Merry Christmas.

What is this?

It's a Caribbean cruise.

Whoa.

They got us a balcony suite.

Just like our honeymoon.

And it has everything.

Airfare, stateroom, excursions. And the best part is you leave in two days.

What? Before Christmas?

Well, what about the treat downs and the Jingle Bell fun orders?

It's taken care of.

Mom, we're all coming home.

Oh, don't be ridiculous.

We'll just reschedule until after Christmas.

Nonsense. I can oversee everything while you're gone.

Hmm?

What do you mean you'll oversee things?

I'm the oldest.

Well, I won a Michelin star.

Technically, the restaurant won a Michelin. I'm the executive chef, so I

think I can handle a few cupcakes. This is so nice, but I'm not sure that we

really want to leave town during our last Christmas.

Yeah. Wait.

What now?

Oh, that's what we wanted to talk to you about.

I can't do this forever, and as much as it pains me to admit it, we're not

getting any younger. But what about patty cakes?

Oh, well, I know the bunkers over in Brentwood are looking to expand.

Ma, you can't do that. This is our family business.

I know, but the last thing I want to do is burden you guys.

You already have your firm in New York, and you have your restaurant in Paris,

and Jennifer...

I know you have other goals.

I'll take it.

What?

Angie, you can't run it. You're all the way over in France.

Well, you're in New York.

I'm the one who's been working here for years already.

But I know more about running a business.

Wait a minute. We don't have to decide right this second.

Of course not.

We can talk about it more when I get there. You mean when I get there.

No, that's not what I mean. Okay, bye.

Love y'all.

Mama, you couldn't possibly leave it to one of them.

Don't worry. We're going on this vacation.

And we're going to have a marvelous time.

I know.

I know. I'm just worried about the children.

They are as competitive as ever, aren't they? I blame their father, the coach.

Maybe we should leave the bakery to all of them.

You heard them. They couldn't go 30 seconds without fighting over it.

True.

Besides, they're all my babies.

How can I possibly choose one over the others?

What if you didn't have to?

Go on.

Well, they want to compete so badly, let them compete for it.

And the winner gets patty cakes?

Exactement. What kind of competition?

I don't know, but whatever it is, it has to prove who's the most motivated, the

most qualified.

Mama's Jingle Bell Bundt Cake.

Your mother's recipe?

I thought it was a secret.

It is.

But a true chef, the type of person who's worthy of patty cake, should be

able to figure out the ingredients.

And then whosoever cake comes closest gets the bakery.

Of course, that means two of our children will lose.

Patty Taylor, where am I getting the feeling you're getting one of your

famous ideas?

My predictions.

Do not open before Christmas.

They don't even know what the contest is yet.

Husband, I know my children better than they know themselves.

Even if I don't understand why they'd all be so willing to leave their lives

behind for patty cakes.

Clearly the apple didn't fall as far away from the tree as we thought.

Question is...

What kind of a tree is gonna grow from their seeds?

Mama's decided to retire That's a good thing right you were just telling me how

tired she was I know it's just That bakery has been in her life forever.

I just can't imagine it without her Well, you know, it's not like it won't

still be in the family It's not like you're not going to include her anymore.

Assuming that it's me.

Why?

Who else would it be?

Tony and Angie decided they wanted two.

Tony and Angie want patty cakes.

You know what? I get it. It's important to everyone, but like they don't have

enough to do.

Mom, is dinner ready yet?

Not quite, baby.

Can you go wash up for me?

All right.

With soap.

So what do you want to do?

I'm going to do what I always do.

I'm going to win.

Yeah, you are.

Yeah, I am. You're going to win.

I think it's really nice what you and your sisters are doing for your mother.

Going home to help her so she can go on a Christmas cruise.

Well, I really appreciate you taking the time off to go with me.

I never need a reason to avoid my step-monster.

Besides, I've never seen Santa Maria Springs at Christmas time.

What about your editor?

You know, I'm in between projects right now, so...

Still no inspiration, huh?

Mm-mm.

Don't worry.

You'll find something.

You always do.

Besides, Jack knows how important family is to me.

How did I get so lucky?

Well, when you figure it out, you'll be sure to let me know.

Speaking of family, I was thinking after Christmas we should rent a storage unit.

That way we can clear out the second bedroom, you know, just in case.

Just in case, huh?

I know, I know. You keep saying you're not ready to have that conversation, but

we've been married a year and now that we're all settled in, I was hoping we

could start trying.

What are you so afraid of?

It's a huge responsibility.

A lot of things have to change.

I realize that.

Let's figure out what's going on with Patty Cakes first.

And then we can discuss it.

I promise.

Babe, this is gorgeous.

Yep, yep, yep.

I don't understand.

Understand what?

Why would you ever leave this place?

Well, I know I've never told you this before.

When I was a kid, I worked for Mama at the bakery.

I'd always been a little heavy.

Being around all that food didn't help.

One day, When I was 12 years old, some kids dumped a bag of flour on me,

and everyone started calling me the Muffin Man.

So after I graduated high school, I decided I needed a change.

I moved away to the city for business school. I lost all the weight.

Then I started my own farm.

All that just to prove you weren't the Muffin Man?

Maybe I needed to prove it to myself, too.

That's too bad.

I really like Muffets.

Wow.

Well?

That is fantastic.

I definitely want that one.

Okay, hazelnut praline wedding cake it is.

Now we need to talk about frosting.

You weren't kidding.

Your mother goes all out.

The infamous Christmas treat down.

Oh, yeah, I thought it'd be kind of a fun gimmick. So each day between

Thanksgiving and Christmas, we sell something completely different.

Available for one day only.

We? They'd. And while they're here...

The customers will hopefully order one of our famous Jingle Bell Bundt cakes.

Looks like things are going pretty well.

Why do you want it?

What do you mean?

The bakery.

What's wrong with letting one of your sisters run the place?

Oh, look around.

What do you see?

A successful bakery.

Exactly. But it could be so much more.

You know I do brand management for a living.

Why shouldn't people all over the country get the chance to enjoy our

cakes?

With my help, Patty Cakes could be the next Betty Crocker.

Well, don't go measuring for drapes just yet.

Excuse me

just a minute.

Well, I hope you two got a round-trip ticket.

Because patty cakes is mine.

Little sister won.

I came to win.

So did I.

Big brother only.

Oh, my God, Tony.

Oh, it's so good to see you.

Brent, you look good, girl.

You got to try this.

Southern buttermilk pie.

Oh, you're in luck. This is one of her classics.

Mmm. This is so good.

Better get it while you can. We're just about out.

All right. I'm going to have another little one just for the road.

Where are you guys staying anyway? Well, Mama said we could stay with her, but I

told her we were perfectly happy staying at a hotel.

My only son and his wife visiting from New York City.

You are not staying in a hotel 20 minutes away from here.

Besides, your wife work at that big travel magazine.

I can't have her going back telling everybody that your mama didn't take

good care of you.

Thank you, Mrs. Taylor.

I told you to call me Patty.

Or Mama.

Mama. All right, now.

Okay, well, you guys make yourselves at home. Try anything you like.

I've just got to finish up over here.

Hey, let me show you the rest of the kitchen. Okay.

I got the stuff you wanted, Mama.

Thank you, baby.

You know, Brenda, I can't believe this is your first time here for Christmas.

Crazy, isn't it? Seems like with my kind of work, I'm always traveling and doing

the holidays.

I love that piece you did on the penguins in Iceland.

I think you mean the puffins.

Yeah, maybe so.

I can't wait to see what you do next.

Yeah, I'm working on it.

So, Brenda, you're this big-time photojournalist in New York City.

Would you really want to relocate here just to help my brother run patty cakes?

I'm just here to support Tony and spend some time with y'all.

Anything else is above my pay grade.

I see.

Well, well.

So you beat me.

All's fair in love and war, little sister, too. Who's at the door?

The one that speaks French, Mama.

Oh, Angie, I miss you.

Tony, take your sister's stuff upstairs.

Yes, Mama. Angela.

Hi, baby.

Good to see you.

And who's this big boy?

It's me, Aunt Angie.

Everyone's here.

Well, everyone hasn't gotten their hug yet. You know, I saved the best for

last. Hey, baby sis.

Hey. Hope you're hungry. Dinner is almost ready.

Yeah. To the kitchen.

Yeah, so when I switched flights, the only open seat was in first class.

You flew first class?

All the way from Paris?

Mm-hmm.

See, I never have that kind of luck.

I mean, you sure got lucky when you met Dad.

Does that count?

I sure hope it counts.

So, how does it feel having your first Michelin star?

Mama, I still can't believe it.

I have all these interviews lined up for days, and I think someone at this table

helped with that.

They really were beautiful pictures, Brenda.

Did you go too, big brother?

Duty called, I'm afraid. But I hear I missed out on one delicious meal.

Wait, well, since you're so busy, I guess the last thing you would need in

your life would be, say, a bakery to run, right?

Wow.

Says the executive chef of France's hottest new restaurant.

What's going on?

We're on post-talking. Eat your salad, boy.

Your father and I have been doing some talking.

And we've decided... There's only one fair solution.

We're going to have a challenge.

A challenge? What are you talking about?

Jennifer, how many Bundt cake pre-orders do we have?

Um, as of today, 38.

I don't understand.

I'm going to give you each one secret step.

The rest is up to you.

The rules are simple.

You can't work together.

So don't share what's in your envelope with anyone.

Mama, don't you think this is a little unfair? I mean, I am way more qualified

than these two.

What's that supposed to mean?

It would be an unfair contest.

Um, I think I know patty cakes a little better than the both of you.

Children, if that's the case, this is your chance to prove it.

All of you.

Well, I guess a chef of a newly minted Michelin star restaurant is about to

take her siblings down.

Well, don't forget this ain't your little cafe.

Good luck cracking that recipe and keeping up with the real workload.

Well, I remember everything grandmama and mama taught me, so game on, little

sisters. I'm glad you're all on board.

May the best Bundt cake win.

Mm-hmm.

Now, if you're all done yakking, would you please cut the ham?

I already made the batter for the jingle bell bun cakes in the freezer.

Make sure that when you start baking, you start at... 48 hours in advance, I

know. And remember, you're not alone.

Your sisters are more than capable of... Pulling their own weight is all this

really necessary mama someday.

You'll be a father and you'll understand that Unless

you two don't want children oh She definitely does

and you don't Are you two in cahoots oh?

When we first started dating

She had just gotten a job at the magazine, and I was slammed at work, so

we decided to wait.

And now?

Mama, Dad said the car was going to be here any minute.

Oh, no.

You ain't getting off that easy.

I don't know.

It's scary.

It's terrifying.

I'm just getting used to life as a husband.

This would change everything.

Our house, our life.

Are you sure lifestyle is what's stopping you?

I know you better than that.

You know, it's like being a kid.

The way other kids are, the way they treat you.

I know it wasn't always easy for you.

And I know that kids can be cruel.

Then you understand why I don't want to put anyone else through that.

But look at you now.

Look at everything you have accomplished.

You have a successful business with dozens of people working for you.

I'm so proud of you, Anthony Taylor.

I wouldn't trade you for anything.

Promise me that you won't miss out on the biggest joy of your life just

because a couple of kids picked on you.

You'll see.

See what?

How good Mama thinks I'll be at recreating her Jingle Bell bunt.

Really? Well, try these.

I thought I smelled something baking.

Delicious.

Mm-hmm.

That's not bad.

It's chocolate and pastry cream.

I figured we could add a Yule log to the tree down.

Oh.

Yes, I... Oh!

Gotta go.

If you need anything, I left all the emergency numbers in the

bakery. Mama, it's gonna be fine.

You sure you don't want us to wait? It's not too late to postpone. It's too late

to postpone, and no, we don't. They say it's just for a week. Come on, patty

cakes is in good hands. That's right.

Now go have fun.

Get in the car.

Bye. Bye.

Now let the war games begin.

I think it's time we show Marie Antoinette how we do things in Santa

Maria Springs.

Are we open yet?

Not for another 15.

I'll check.

Hello?

Angie? It's for you.

For me?

What do you mean it's for me?

It's Michael.

Okay, Mrs. Coach.

I got everything you ordered.

Michael?

Angie?

When did you get in?

Last night.

No, I talked to your mother two days ago. It was a surprise.

She didn't know. We all chipped in and got them a Caribbean cruise.

Wow.

Can I have one too?

And then, of course, she tells us she's retiring.

So she did tell you?

You knew?

And I was sworn to absolute secrecy.

And by the way, before I forget, congratulations.

Well, it's not mine yet, but I'm working on it.

I meant to miss you.

It's all over your online channel.

Oh, right, that.

Wait, you follow my channel?

Well, I glanced at it a little now and then, just...

I, um, really should, um, um, yeah. Right. Yeah. Of course.

Thank you.

It was really, really nice seeing you.

Nice seeing you, too.

Okay, your turn to take over waiting on the customers.

I need to pick up Leroy from school.

Sis, I can't. I'm still working on this Collins gender reveal.

Big brother?

I accept cash and cash.

All right, you guys have fun.

Oh.

Oh, no.

Oh, is that one of your Michelin Award winning dishes?

Tony, this is not funny.

Jennifer! What should I do? Well, unless you want to get sunk, open the back door

and close this.

Oh, man.

What was that?

I think it's probably gone for good this time.

I can call a technician, but I don't know how long it's going to take him to

get here.

Great. How many more orders do we have?

This was the last one, but I wanted to get started on tomorrow's. How?

No oven to bake them in.

We do have an oven.

Let's just load up the van and take it to the house.

Wait, but what about Leroy?

Hey, what's going on?

What's happened?

Uh, the oven went out. We're taking stuff to Mama's to bake. Can I help?

You know how to work a cash register?

I work at the mall in college.

So then you can hold down the store for the customers while Tony and Ange go

bake?

I'd love to.

All right.

Call me if you need me. All right. Let's go, little sister, too. Bring it. Let's

go.

Tony and Angie are going to go to Mama's.

Brenda's got the store.

I got Leroy.

We got this.

Okay, so that's the last of the upside-down cake for tomorrow's treat

-down. It was a good idea, Jens, to use Mama's kitchen.

Mm-hmm. I just hope we don't have to make a habit of it.

First thing I'm going to do when I take over is update all the appliances.

You know the way Mama is. Remember when you started helping her out after school

and tried to buy her new utensils?

Yep. If these are good enough for your grandma, they're good enough for me.

Why are you really competing for patty cakes?

You already have a restaurant.

Unless... You're not happy in Paris.

Is that why you want patty cakes so badly?

Well, first of all, it's not my restaurant.

I'm just the executive chef.

A fact I'm reminded of every day.

But the restaurant got a Michelin.

Yeah, and you know what Pierre said to me when he found out about the star?

That two stars were better than one.

Wow.

Mm-hmm. We all just assumed you were living the dream.

Just once, I'd like to spend my time and effort on something that belongs to me.

Heaven forbid I actually spend some time on my own personal life.

Aw, shucks. What you really mean is somebody closer to home.

Tony, that was a long time ago.

Oh, yeah? Uh-huh. Because I...

That's not what it looked like this morning, or whatever.

He was spying.

No, no, just looking real hard.

Get out of here.

Bonjour. Good morning.

Try one of these.

You made this?

Oui.

Pineapple upside-down cake.

This is good.

I remember how much you used to like mamas.

Yeah, but this is better. Because I used esprit de bois instead of margarine.

Speaking of,

so when do you, uh...

Go back to Paris.

Um, I'm not sure.

You're not sure when you're leaving?

I'm not sure if I'm leaving.

Really?

So you don't have anyone, no one's there that's, um, you know, waiting on you

when you get back?

There was a while ago, but once the novelty of the French guy with the

American girl were off, we were from different worlds.

Mm-hmm. How about you? You seeing anyone?

Uh, I've had some, you know, dates, now and then, yeah.

Didn't I hear something about you and Nadia?

It's good to know that your mother has not given up her love for gossip. Is it

true?

All right, so, you know, we, you know, we had a, you know, dinner a couple of

times, maybe a movie, you know.

What happened?

I don't know.

She just, um, she just wasn't like you.

Good morning.

Hey. It's good to see you.

Oh, what have we here?

No, those are not for you.

Oh.

See, it pays to get close to the chef.

I, uh, I better get going so I can stay on schedule.

Thank you for this.

Of course, anytime.

He

still

likes you.

Do you know the statistic of how many high school sweethearts actually become

lifelong couples?

No. Do you?

No, but I'm sure it's not very high.

Michael and I, we had our moment five years ago.

And what did I do?

I left.

I knew I had feelings for him. I just didn't realize how deep they were.

And I tried to find that again, but I never did.

Maybe.

But you're not in Europe anymore, are you?

T-Roy, sweetie, hurry up. You're going to be late.

Did you grab your lunch?

Yes, Mom.

Here, taste this.

Does that taste like Grammy's Jingle Bell Bun?

Will I get in trouble if I said no?

Yeah, not quite there yet, is it?

Breakfast cool, champ?

Mommy's making Grammy's Jingle Bell Bundt cake. Oh, and I bet you it's going

to be great because your mommy is an amazing cook.

Morning, family.

Hey. Uh-oh, looks like somebody's about to get sick.

All right.

All right, little man, it's time to go.

I'm going to drop him off and head by your mom's for the first pickup.

Okay. Love you. Love you, too.

Bye, Mom. Bye, baby.

What you working on?

Little sister, you didn't come all the way over here just to spy on my recipe

now, did you?

No. I came over here to use your oven so that I can bake these 20 chocolate

hockey pucks for the high school team's Christmas party.

All right, well, have at it.

Thank you.

You want some coffee?

Yes.

Leroy is getting so big.

Yeah.

And things are good with you and Will?

Yeah, they are.

So I'm curious.

How did you know he was the one?

Are you asking me how I met Will or why you should accept the fact that you and

Michael are going to get back together?

You've been talking to Tony.

Well, you know our story.

Will came in to pick up some treats for his construction crew.

He's been my guy ever since.

Those must have been some treats.

Well.

What kind?

The healthy kind.

You're right.

You know, if you did win, you would be spending a lot more time here.

I know.

So what are you waiting on, girl?

You're right, Mama.

Somebody's got to do it.

Be honest.

Are you mad at Mama about all this?

I was a little hurt at first.

But then I thought about Daddy when he was in the hospital and...

I get it.

I mean, they're each other's rocks.

I think they just want to spend time together, but they don't want to burden

any of us.

That's extremely mature of you.

Yeah, but I know I would never be able to run patty cakes at the level Mama

does. She has me and every other person in this town willing to do her favors.

I would need a me and a her.

You're right.

Doing it alone is impossible.

So when I win, will you still stay on?

Well, since I'm going to win, how about you stay on?

To be continued.

I need to run back to Mama's to take the rest of the treats out of the oven, but

can you put this in for me? Yeah, I got you.

Merci. Not the only one who speaks French.

All right.

Thank you. Good luck at the tournament today.

Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas.

Would you excuse me? One sec.

I'll be in the back. Okay.

Hi, who's next?

Tony, Mama's on the phone.

Hey, Mama.

Hello. Hi.

How's the cruise?

Wonderful. We're spending the day in St. Thomas.

I got your father a pedicure for Christmas.

Never had one before.

That was fairly obvious.

So how's it going at the shop?

And where's Angie? You two didn't scare her off already, did you?

No, she's at the house baking.

What do you mean over at the house?

Well, we didn't want to worry you, but the ovens kind of sort of went out. Jen

thinks it's the heating element.

So you're baking in my house?

Don't worry.

We're keeping up with all the orders.

And the technician is working on it as we speak.

And the 38 Jingle Bell Bundt cakes, how about them?

It's actually up to 50 now?

50. Phillip, see if you can get us a flight back home. No, no, no. Mama, no.

It's under control. Don't worry.

I don't know. I think we should cancel.

You heard the kids. They've got it under control.

Now, keep it clean.

Draw the file. Get to the line.

I know you can do it.

Okay.

I guess we'll call you when we get back to Florida.

I love you. Love you, too.

Dad and his basketball metaphor. Hopefully he can finish this oven soon.

How's it looking?

The ovens themselves, great shape.

But, unfortunately, it might take a couple of days to locate replacement

parts. A couple of days? It's Christmas. We need these ovens fixed now.

Could always ask Santa.

We only have a few days until us not having these ovens is going to be a

problem.

Little Sister One, we're going to have one of the best Christmases Patty Cakes

has ever seen.

How? We need these ovens fixed, Tony. Hold on.

It's me. Are you in the office?

Tell you what, I'll give you a bonus that's even more ridiculous than the one

you're already getting if you can locate some parts I need yesterday.

Hold on.

I need you to tell my assistant exactly what you need. All right.

How's it going?

Yeah, I need a heating element for it. That was impressive.

Oh, this is Mama's last Christmas run in patty cakes.

It has to be perfect.

Whoa.

All right.

Thank you.

Your assistant found a unit.

It's for sale in a repair shop in Vineland.

I just need someone to go pick it up.

Look, Algo.

Algo, I know these ovens better than anybody.

Good news, everybody.

We managed to finish all the orders for today and then some.

We've got some good news, too. My assistant located the parts we need to

repair the ovens. I just have to go to Vineland and get them. You want me to

come? Well, I was hoping you could pick up Leroy from school. I can do it. I can

take care of it.

You sure?

Nikita? I'd love to spend time with my cute little nephew.

Um, he gets out in about an hour. Is that okay?

That's fine.

That's great.

Thanks, Brenda.

Thank you.

Did you see that look Brenda gave Tony? I think everybody saw that look Brenda

gave Tony.

Here. It's my Jingle Bell bot recipe.

What's in it?

Just tell me what you think.

Well, what do you think?

Husband.

It's good. But is it really your grandma's recipe?

I don't think so.

Can't you just pull some of your mama's batter out the freezer and reverse

engineer it?

It's not scientific.

What about you? You find your inspiration?

It's not scientific.

Cute.

You know what's interesting?

I've traveled all around the world.

I've seen the highest mountains and the lowest deserts.

But walking around this town, I feel like I'm walking into the sweetest, most

magical memory.

What do you think?

I think these need to go up on the wall, next to Grandma's picture.

I do not believe it.

Pay up.

She was convinced he was going to be high off Christmas candy.

You actually got him to go to bed at a normal hour.

That was all, Brenda.

It was easy.

We made up a story and I talked him into dreaming about it.

You sure you're an only child?

Seems like you had a little practice.

Just read a few books.

Preparing for the future, huh?

Is it that obvious?

Sometimes how you avoid a conversation is more telling than actually having it.

You can borrow your nephew anytime.

For practice.

And don't worry about him.

He's an onion just like his mama.

Plenty of leaves to peel back.

Wake up, baby.

Wake up.

Stand up for me.

There you go.

Oh, that's my big boy.

Good night, everybody.

Bye.

Right.

Think this is it.

Everybody gone already?

Tony, what happens if you win?

Like I said, I do what I do with all the companies I work with.

Expand them, develop them, turn them into a global brand.

So we'd move back here?

Not full time.

Santa Mira Springs might be my home.

But New York City is ours.

Why?

I want children, Tony.

And I'm sorry, but I'm not going to be able to stop thinking about it.

I know we talked about this before we got married.

And I know we agreed we were going to wait.

But for how long?

You and mama are in cahoots.

She said something?

Before she left.

It's not that I don't want a family. I do.

And I want a family with you.

But?

It's such a big step.

We just starting out together. I'm not where I want to be yet. Neither are you.

We've done some good things, but there's still so much to do before we think

about putting a kid in the mix.

What if... What if I'm not up to the task?

Tony, you've done some great things.

And you'll continue to do great things.

So will I.

But that doesn't mean there's no time for us to do great things together.

Your mom and dad made that time.

We can too.

Uh, I'm gonna, um, I'm gonna get some air.

If it isn't the baking big brother.

Is that your latest attempt?

It is.

I took it for a walk.

Well, I hope you cleaned up after it did its business.

My wife and I had an impasse in our conversation, and I needed air.

Yeah, I saw that look on her face.

Michael gets the same one.

That's his ultimatum face.

Oh, yes.

That face.

She's not wrong.

I know that.

Just promise me you won't make the same mistake I did.

Wait, you think leaving for France was a mistake?

I knew that Michael's father's business was important to him, but all I could

think about was my own career.

Angie, we can't always be responsible for everyone else's happiness.

Don't get me wrong, I love my life in Paris.

But then when I think about being here...

Being with Michael.

Have you told him all this?

Five years ago, I told him I needed a change.

And now that I have that, how do I go back and tell him all I want now is the

life he's wanted for us all along?

You tell him just like that?

Just like that.

Just like that.

Here goes nothing.

We got heat, baby.

Here you go, babe.

Don't work hard.

Thank you, baby.

Thank you.

So what is your mother like? She literally has everything.

She likes what all women like. Pretty things that smell good.

Smell and pretty things?

What? Tell me one time I've been wrong.

Okay, you might have a point.

But you don't have to get her anything, baby.

I know, it's just this past week has reminded me what it's like to spend the

holidays with a real family.

At least I can do it to show my appreciation.

I just hope I can live up to her example someday.

Someday, you'll do even better.

Come on in, everyone. We're going to begin the tree lighting ceremony in just

a few minutes.

That's the way you do it. That's the way

you do it.

Oh, so you're having a holiday party, and you didn't invite me?

No one's stopping you.

Did you get my text?

Oh, the work was crazy.

So, what brings you by?

A funny thing.

Santa was in his workshop with his elves, and then he realized he didn't

know what little Angie wanted for Christmas.

Well, what does Santa want?

For you to stay close, no matter what happens with the contest.

At this point, it's a three-way tie.

Really? So you all figured it out?

More like none of us did.

But what do you want?

What I want, what I've always wanted, was to be in a kitchen and cook my own

kitchen.

That's it?

Michael, you know that's not how I mean it. Do I?

Because I seem to remember the last time you pursued your dream, I got left

behind. You had a life here.

You always assume what people think and feel when all you really have to do is

ask. I didn't assume. You never made it seem like you wanted to leave. Angie.

That's called assuming.

I need to go.

Michael.

Let's start the countdown.

Five, four, three, two, one.

It's all gone bad.

It's spoiled.

Maybe we can salvage some of it. There was a power outage last night when they

lit the Christmas tree.

Well, exactly how many cake orders are we talking about?

Fifty.

By tomorrow.

We failed.

I'm done.

What, that's it? You're giving up?

Who am I kidding? Who wants this stupid place anyway?

Angie. All the appliances are outdated.

The electrical system doesn't even work. Oh, I'm sorry. We didn't live up to your

Parisian standards.

You know what? We should just start calling people and issuing refunds. No,

we can't do that.

Right. What has gotten into you?

Maybe Michael was right.

Maybe I don't know what I want.

Maybe I never did.

Michael?

What are you talking about?

It doesn't even matter.

I'm calling Mama.

What are you going to say?

Sorry, Mama.

You trusted us to run the bakery, but instead we ran it into the ground? Merry

Christmas?

Nobody's picking up. Of course they're not answering.

They're on a cruise.

You know what your problem is?

None of this was ever good enough.

Not this bakery, not this family, and not even Michael.

right well at least i tried he went off to the city he started his own company

what did you do you stayed home and you worked the same job you had since you

were seventeen and you secretly resented it what have you done to improve your

situation i took care of mama that's what i did i didn't run

off to france to work in some snobby restaurant and i didn't go hide because

some kids made fun of me

I stayed behind because in my heart, I knew that family was the most important

thing, not myself.

You think I didn't have dreams, Angie?

Aspirations? Of course I did. Tony knows all about them.

But sometimes it's not about you.

Well, it's all yours now. I give up.

Angie, wait.

Bye, Janet.

Hey, hon.

Hey.

It's almost bedtime.

Leroy was worried about you.

That's sweet, but telling Mom he's going to be here for a little while longer...

Hon, are you sure you can do this?

I can.

I know it.

Just promise me you won't stay out too late.

I promise.

I love you.

Love you, too.

Bye.

Still trying to win.

Big brother, good grief.

The front door was unlocked.

I didn't even realize I've been back here all day.

Jen, it's almost eight.

Look, if you came here to give me a lecture, I really don't have to. I came

here to tell my younger sister I want to help.

You were right. I was hiding.

Instead of staying and sticking up for myself, I believed every insult they

ever gave me.

Then I ran.

I was a coward and I abandoned the family.

But I'm not gonna do it again.

Let's make some cake.

These are the first steps.

That's it.

I don't know.

Maybe you two were right.

I'm almost done with my cookbook. Maybe it's time for me to just set out on my

own. See what's out there.

Where's the almond milk?

What? We need to go see Angie.

Angie! Where are you?

Great. What do you two want?

We think we figured it out.

You're still working on it?

Yeah.

Wait, where are you going?

Back to France.

Before Christmas?

If I'm going to spend my life toiling away in someone else's kitchen, I might

as well try for another Michelin star, right?

We want to see what Mama gave you.

Thought it was against the rules.

We won't tell if you won't.

It says the secret step is to add olive oil to bonds.

Of course, that's better than mayonnaise.

Wait, so she gave us... each different steps mine says a secret step is to add

unsweetened almond milk alternating with the flour mixture and yours is whisking

almond flour along with all-purpose flour so there wasn't just one set

there's three she knew we'd have to work together oh she counted on it that's one

sneaky mama come on let's go

This is it.

Moment of truth.

For you.

Thank you.

Okay,

how long do we have?

We open in 12 hours.

50 cakes in 12 hours.

Yeah, and all our ingredients spoiled.

Leave that to me. I know just who to call.

Where's she going?

Shopping.

Thank you for coming.

Just so you know, I charge extra for night deliveries.

I'm sorry about last night. I say the wrong things sometimes and I don't mean

to. No, we're okay.

I crashed your Christmas dance party. I was walking by. Saw you standing in the

window and... Whatever happens with patty

cakes? I want you to know that I'm not leaving Santa Mara Springs.

And I'm not leaving you.

What made you change your mind?

Someone told me that family is everything and not myself.

And they were right.

I've loved you my whole life.

And I've been crazy enough to let you go more than once.

Thank God we always come back to each other.

Maybe we can make both of our dreams come true this time.

No more assumptions?

Well, you can't assume that I love you.

Eleven and a half hours.

Right. Let's do this. I knew it.

Got it.

Here you go, Brenda.

Thank you.

So that's it? Mm-hmm.

Those are good to go. Give me some more pomegranates.

You know, I never knew how much you and Mama went through every year.

Yeah, Jen, you spared us all this drama for years.

You're amazing.

Well, we're all amazing this year.

I mean, no matter who wins, we all did our part to make this Christmas happen.

Are we open?

Well, who could it be at this time of morning?

Just what is going on in here?

Well, we blew a fuse. The power went out. And all that batter went bad. But

we couldn't call you. So we had to make more. But then we realized you split the

recipe between the three of us. We've been making cakes all night.

Enough. One at a time.

Well, we figured out the recipe, but we had to work together to do it.

Mama, we didn't mean to upset you. I'm not upset, baby.

Well, technically, we did break the rules.

Does that mean no one wins?

When we came up with the contest, your mama wrote down what she hoped would be

the outcome.

You do the honors.

I wish for my children to run patty cakes together.

Tony, business.

Jennifer, part-time operations so she can pursue her own business.

And Angie will be the new face of patty cakes.

Wow.

That's, um... Perfect.

More than perfect.

Just knowing you had the opportunity to work together made my Christmas.

Come on, family.

Let's sell some cakes.

Let's sell these cakes.

Let's sell these cakes.

Ooh. Merry

Christmas. Thank you.

Right over there.

Thank you. Right over there. Here you go. Thank you.

Here we are. Merry Christmas.

Hello. Thank you for coming.

Here you go. Merry Christmas.

Here you go, Mama.

You know, I've enjoyed every moment of working with you, but it's not like I

won't be right up the street whenever you need me.

I just want to make you proud, Mama.

Proud?

Sweetie, I admire you.

Enough with the displays of affection.

We got cakes to distribute, ladies.

Tony, you have always known how to make any and every moment about you.

I miss our cooking together.

When you were a little boy, those were some of my happiest moments.

Yeah, me too.

Some of my best memories.

I thought about what you said when I was packing.

Did you ever think that maybe you're just perfect for the people in your

life? No way I'm perfect, Mom.

You are, though.

I'm not perfect either.

But I hope I am a perfect mother for you.

Merry Christmas.

Right over there.

Well,

good night, family.

I think it's time we called her tonight as well.

Yeah. Somebody needs to get home before Santa misses our house. Then comes even

if we're not home.

Well, we'll keep that between us, baby.

So smart.

Good night, y'all.

Babe, going to get the car?

Okay. Well, I have some presents to wrap.

Mm-hmm. I'll see you tomorrow.

Okay. Mm-hmm.

I could get used to seeing you this happy.

Well, we'll all be happy once we figure out.

Paris, New York, and patty cakes.

Well, for me, the first thing to consider is how we can all make a

reasonable living and still support mom and dad.

See,

that's why mama wants you to run the business side.

My first thought would have been the menus and how we can introduce new items

all year round.

Brenda and I live in New York.

So what?

The owner of the restaurant in Paris flies in once a month. So can you.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Merry

Christmas!

Oh, I hope that's some of your famous sausage and crab dressing.

And my cauliflower casserole.

That's my wife. Always gotta have something healthy.

Merry Christmas, baby.

Merry Christmas, Grandma.

Leroy, aren't you forgetting someone?

Come here.

Here you go. Thank you.

Can I help you, Grandpa?

That's my boy. Let's set the table.

Okay. Angie, you bribing my son?

Me? Never.

I'm gonna go get the rest of the trays.

Okay. Well, how much food did you make?

I live with a picky eater and an overeater.

Guess which is which?

Well, y'all... You look awfully nice.

Some of us went to Christmas service this morning.

Yeah, where were you?

Huh?

What? What'd you say?

Oh, yeah, I should help him.

Uh-uh. She is a trip.

Tony?

Yeah, baby?

Everyone's already here. I don't want to be late.

Merry Christmas, Brenda.

He's adorable.

He's not for you.

You mean... I think it's time we start a family.

Me neither.

But Merry Christmas seems appropriate.

Merry Christmas, husband.

Merry Christmas, wife.

To all the families gathered here, Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas, everyone.

If you thought Christmas in Paris was something, wait till you check out what

my mama has prepared.

Check this out.

Say hi, everyone.

Hi. Hola, Perry.

Hi.

First of all, I'd like to say before we get started, I just want to thank you

guys for my first Christmas with your family.

I haven't enjoyed the holidays this much since I lost my mom.

Hopefully the first of many Christmases to come.

Thank you.

I've never experienced a Christmas celebration like this.

I hope these bring you guys as much love and joy.

As they brought me.

Oh, this.

To Santa Mera Springs.

Does that mean that you're staying?

Oh, not full time. We'll still have our house in New York.

Hopefully, in a year or so, we'll have someone joining us.

And we'll want to visit you guys more often.

Agreed.

I want to move back home.

Oh. What about Paris?

I'll go back for press for the Michelin after New Year's and make a graceful

exit, and then I can come back here.

Trust me, I'll go get her if she doesn't come back before Valentine's Day.

Well, Mama, I think I'm going to start my part-time schedule after the holidays

so I can finish writing my cookbook.

Oh.

It's a book of healthy recipes inspired by Dad's diet.

And I will gladly pitch in if you guys need extra help.

Me too.

So Patty Cakes will continue to be a family-run business.

And no unnecessary sacrifices.

Well, Mama, what do you think?

I think I love you all.

And thank you for making my Christmas wish come true.

To Patty Cakes.

Patty Cakes. Patty Cakes.

All I want for Christmas is to have you here