TV Series

Gourmandises

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Details

Episode:

Union:

Union

Area of media:

TV Series

Network:

TV5unis.TV

Paid?:

Yes

Rates:

UDA day rate $1100

Deadline:

Feb 28, 2025

Auditions:

Selected performers to do self-tape

Shooting starts:

Jan 15, 2026

Shooting finishes:

Feb 16, 2026

Shooting locations:

Greater Vancouver area

Cities for response:

Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montréal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Charlottetown, St. John's, Sudbury, Kelowna

Comments

French TV series - Performers MUST BE fluent in French.

Storyline

In Vancouver’s festive Christmas market, Aurélie, a meticulous Quebecois pastry chef, meets Yan, a bold Taiwanese baker and stuntman, in a high-stakes holiday baking competition. For Aurélie, winning the $75,000 prize is vital to save her family’s struggling bakery. For Yan, it’s about showcasing his flair and maybe catching Aurélie’s attention. Their approaches clash—she’s all precision and tradition; he’s instinctive, blending daring Taiwanese flavors with artistry.

Competing against the suave but ruthless reigning champion Alfredo, whose charm masks his cutthroat tactics, Aurélie and Yan’s rivalry intensifies. Yet amidst the culinary chaos, sparks fly. Just as Aurélie begins to soften, disaster strikes: her cherished family recipe book is destroyed. Vulnerable and desperate, she reluctantly teams up with Yan, whose double life complicates matters further.

As misunderstandings deepen and Alfredo exploits their tension, the odds seem insurmountable. But in the final round, Yan returns just in time to join forces. Together, they craft a stunning dessert that transcends rivalry—a testament to trust, teamwork, and love. Under Vancouver’s twinkling lights, they serve more than sweets—they create holiday magic.

Roles

Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Series Lead	Yan Bao	Male 25 - 35 Years old
Description 29 years old, East Asian man (Taiwanese). Yan is a talented, free-spirited pastry chef with a bold approach to baking that fuses his Chinese heritage with Western influences. He’s also a daring stuntman, juggling the expectations of his traditional mother and his desire to forge his own path. Beneath his playful charm and confidence lies a man torn between duty and passion. Must balance physicality, humor, and emotional nuance. Stunt experience an asset. MUST speak French (fluent). LEAD.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Series Lead	Aurelie Fournier	Female 25 - 35 Years old
Description 25 years old, Caucasian (Quebecois). A young Mélanie Laurent type. Aurélie is a disciplined and precise pastry chef with a fiery passion for tradition and a deep connection to her late mother’s legacy. She’s serious, rule-bound, and driven by a fierce determination to save her family’s bakery. While she starts as rigid and focused solely on control, her journey leads her to embrace imperfection, creativity, and vulnerability. Must convey strength, emotional depth, and comedic timing. MUST speak French with no accent (fluent) LEAD.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Alfredo Gatti	Male 25 - 39 Years old
Description 37 years old, Mediterranean man (Italian). Alfredo is a polished and ambitious pastry chef with a streak of arrogance. He’s the reigning champion of the holiday baking competition, known for his luxurious, showy desserts. Beneath his suave exterior, Alfredo is insecure and ruthless, willing to manipulate and sabotage others to maintain his status. MUST speak French (fluent) SUPPORTING/ANTAGONIST.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Mei Bao	Female 45 - 60 Years old
Description 51 years old, East Asian woman (Taiwanese). A Michelle Yeoh type. Mei is a formidable matriarch who rules her family’s bakery with an iron will and a devotion to tradition. She’s deeply rooted in her cultural values and has high expectations for Yan, often using emotional manipulation to get her way. Mei’s softer, loving side emerges occasionally, showing her vulnerability and deep love for her son. MUST speak French (fluent). Mandarin an asset. SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Jean Pierre Fournier	Male 50 - 65 Years old
Description 59 years old, Caucasian (Quebecois). A Jean Reno type. Jean-Pierre is Aurélie’s kindhearted and perpetually optimistic father. Despite his cognitive decline and occasional comedic forgetfulness, he remains her rock and cheerleader. His humor and good nature make him endearing, even as he sometimes unintentionally complicates her life. Must have strong comedic timing and the ability to portray tenderness. MUST speak French with no accent (fluent) SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Carlo (Alfredo's Assistant)	All 25 - 35 Years old
Description 25-35 years old, any ethnicity. Carlo is Alfredo’s overworked and underappreciated assistant, tasked with carrying out his boss’s extravagant demands. Quietly resentful, Carlo’s loyalty is tested as Alfredo’s tactics grow more underhanded. He adds a touch of humor and pathos as he navigates his conflicting emotions. MUST speak French (fluent) SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Spencer Tremblay	Male 25 - 35 Years old
Description 31 years old, Any ethnicity (Franco-Quebecois). Spencer is Yan’s best friend and an aspiring stuntman whose enthusiasm often exceeds his talent. He’s a lovable “adulescent” with a quick wit, boundless energy, and a penchant for getting himself (and sometimes Yan) into trouble. Spencer’s loyalty and humor make him the perfect foil to Yan’s more grounded personality, and his budding feelings for Xiao add an unexpected layer of depth. Must have strong comedic chops and physicality for action sequences. MUST speak French with no accent (fluent). SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Xiao Sheng	Female 25 - 35 Years old
Description 27 years old, East Asian woman (Chinese). Xiao is Yan’s childhood best friend and the “perfect fiancée” chosen by their families. Sweet but secretly rebellious, Xiao has a sharp wit and a knack for subverting her mother’s expectations while maintaining a calm and composed façade. Her chemistry with Spencer hints at a future unexpected romance. MUST speak French (fluent) SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Yu Sheng	Female 45 - 55 Years old
Description 50-55 years old, East Asian woman (Chinese). Yu is Xiao’s strict and traditional mother, even more formidable than Mei Bao. She’s determined to uphold family expectations and ensure Xiao fulfills her societal role. Beneath her commanding presence is a woman fiercely protective of her family’s reputation. MUST speak French (fluent)
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Mairesse Joan Beaupré	Female 45 - 70 Years old
Description 45 years old, Any ethnicity (Francophone). Joan is the ambitious, energetic mayor of Vancouver, always looking for ways to be the center of attention. She’s charming but overbearing, with a flair for drama and a knack for making everything about herself. Her comedic intensity hides a surprisingly vulnerable desire to be liked. MUST speak French (fluent) SUPPORTING.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Lily	25 - 35 Years old
Description 25-30 years old, any race. Lily is the energetic and compassionate leader of Les Triplets, the trio who narrate the series through song. A close friend of Aurélie’s, Lily serves as her confidante and cheerleader, often encouraging her to embrace music again. She’s charismatic, quick-witted, and always ready with a quip or a melody to lighten the mood. A natural leader with a soulful voice and vibrant personality, Lily balances humor with moments of genuine emotional connection, especially as she tries to guide Aurélie back to her love of singing. SUPPORTING/ENSEMBLE. MUST speak French (fluent) Singing experience required.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Ensemble	Les Triplets (Choir)	All 20 - 45 Years old
Description 25-35 years old, diverse men and women. A charismatic and eclectic trio who narrate the series through song, blending quirky charm with breathtaking vocal harmonies. Lily, the vibrant leader, anchors the group with her soulful voice and magnetic personality. Accompanying her are two other singers, each with unique energy and exceptional vocal talent. Any ethnicity or race, as long as they are truly skilled singers with a dynamic stage presence. Les Triplets appear at key moments, often humorously commenting on the drama through their performances, and are integral to the festive and musical tone of the series. ENSEMBLE. Singing experience required. MUST speak French (fluent)

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