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Here’s what happens to the extra food in cooking competition shows

Apr 22, 2021
The leftovers on “Cupcake Wars,” “Cake Wars” and “Top Chef" may get eaten by the crew or donated to local charities.
A contestant's tempting creations on the Food Network show "Cupcake Wars."
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