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Bake Off - coming soon! (title edited by MNHQ)

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MotherOfGodWeeFella · 08/09/2023 21:19

Just seen the trailer...looking forward to it.

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FrancisSeaton · 31/10/2023 21:21

Cristy is smug as hell you could see she was gutted she didn't get star baker

Angrycat2768 · 31/10/2023 21:30

I feel bad for saying it because I don't like Christy for no real reason. I dont find her smug but just a bit dull and twee. Dana's time to go.

Maireas · 31/10/2023 21:32

I don't find her smug. I think she's just a bit sensitive.

WhatapityWapiti · 31/10/2023 21:37

I’m amazed that there is a BSL Sign for “Hibiscus bavois”!

LaBelleSauvage123 · 31/10/2023 23:08

I found Cristy’s theatrics annoying tonight as well. Saku was very funny at the end saying she would have to ask her manager for more time off!

MustGetOutofBed · 31/10/2023 23:29

I felt sorry for Cristy tonight, but she was a bit dramatic in her antics.
Tasha annoys me when she gets all teary when things don't go her way, like coming last in the technical tonight.
Glad Josh won Star Baker 🌟

Redglitter · 31/10/2023 23:30

I wish Cristy had been sent hoke tonight just because of that pathetic crying and whining. That was embarrassing

HeadAgainstWall0923 · 31/10/2023 23:35

Why is the show produced to give the impression the baking is done over two days, but on the “second day” every judge, presenter and contestant is wearing the exact same outfit as they did on the “first day”??!?

It makes no sense - what’s going on?!

As an aside, I found this week’s episode quite dull.

EvilRingahBitch · 31/10/2023 23:48

HeadAgainstWall0923 · 31/10/2023 23:35

Why is the show produced to give the impression the baking is done over two days, but on the “second day” every judge, presenter and contestant is wearing the exact same outfit as they did on the “first day”??!?

It makes no sense - what’s going on?!

As an aside, I found this week’s episode quite dull.

It is filmed over two days but they're asked to wear the same outer layers on both days - presumably to give the editors more flexibility to pick and choose reaction shots. Especially in the obligatory sweltering hot days for chocolate week it can't be ideal.
https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/2018083061689/great-british-bake-off-same-clothes-why/

The Great British Bake Off: Why do the baker always wear the same clothes?

Why do bakers wear the same clothes for two days in a row?

https://www.hellomagazine.com/film/2018083061689/great-british-bake-off-same-clothes-why/

Romeiswheretheheartis · 31/10/2023 23:48

HeadAgainstWall0923 · 31/10/2023 23:35

Why is the show produced to give the impression the baking is done over two days, but on the “second day” every judge, presenter and contestant is wearing the exact same outfit as they did on the “first day”??!?

It makes no sense - what’s going on?!

As an aside, I found this week’s episode quite dull.

It is done over 2 days, but they make them wear the same clothes for editing purposes .

Ellmau · 01/11/2023 00:42

Cristy's looked simple because she didn't have time to decorate it after doing the chocolate shell twice.

She does come across a bit like that girl in your class at school/uni who was incredibly dramatic about how she was going to FAIL and then got the top grades and prize...

MyCircumference · 01/11/2023 05:51

Saku is very funny,

Angrycat2768 · 01/11/2023 07:14

MyCircumference · 01/11/2023 05:51

Saku is very funny,

She seems to be providing all the personality this year now! I think she's hanging on by the seat of her pants. I do like Alison. She's brought something different to the tent.

jay55 · 01/11/2023 08:23

I feel like Noel is a lot more relaxed with Allison, maybe as he's not competing with another comedian for one liners.

Maireas · 01/11/2023 08:26

jay55 · 01/11/2023 08:23

I feel like Noel is a lot more relaxed with Allison, maybe as he's not competing with another comedian for one liners.

I think you're right. He's not performing as much, he's just enjoying the show. Alison isn't trying to be clever or sharp, so he goes with her flow.

Quartz2208 · 01/11/2023 15:21

I’m glad I’m not the only one who finds Christy too much

Monkeybutt1 · 01/11/2023 16:34

I liked Christy but all the crying and wailing is too much. I love Saku, she's so funny.

Knackerelli · 01/11/2023 18:05

I love Saku! She’s hilarious! I like Dana but didn’t think that she’d make the final so not surprised that it was her turn to go. I didn’t think that Matty’s cake was less of a showstopper than Cristy’s. Obviously I can’t comment on the taste. I think that Alison is a good addition too, very natural rapport with the bakers and Noel.

HappyCamperTent · 01/11/2023 20:27

I love how we haven’t really heard much of christie and now she’s too much! 🤣

Maireas · 01/11/2023 20:36

HappyCamperTent · 01/11/2023 20:27

I love how we haven’t really heard much of christie and now she’s too much! 🤣

I know! I think she's fine, she just understandably got a bit upset. It's a stressful situation.

MapleSyrupWaffles · 01/11/2023 21:40

Yes Cristy is a bit too much with the drama, but there's something about her that bothers me, maybe reminds me too much of people from school, as I'm sure she's fine in real life. Maybe it's the being too flirty somehow.

I think Tasha has the advantage of being young and wholesome looking, people wanting to comfort her when she gets a bit teary. But her baking is always pretty good, so it's a surprise when something goes badly like the technical.

I think Matty should be going soon. I hope Cristy goes before Saku, as I normally think Saku's flavours are good, just not this week, and she's funny. I could see the three finalists being Dan, Tasha, and Josh, but either Cristy or Saku could sneak in there too, as they'd also be good stories. I suspect Dan doesn't have enough of a story, so his baking better carry him through!!

I don't like the sound of most of the desserts tonight. I don't really like floral food and not keen on most of the gelatin and mousse sorts of layers.

derxa · 01/11/2023 21:46

I don’t like Tasha much. Am I going to hell?

Maireas · 01/11/2023 22:13

derxa · 01/11/2023 21:46

I don’t like Tasha much. Am I going to hell?

I think so! You're only allowed to dislike Cristy it seems!

KillingMeDeftly · 01/11/2023 22:17

I think they're all fairly likeable this year!

👋🏻 to @Maireas

Maireas · 01/11/2023 22:21

👋 waving back, @KillingMeDeftly !
Yes, I agree, they're all really likable. Nobody silly or annoying.

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