[s13e1] Cake Week -

The season began with a request for . The judges were looking for precision and personality.

Abdul's cakes featured little cacti that the judges joked looked a bit like "gangrenous thumbs," though luckily the flavor was "succulent". The Technical Challenge: Red Velvet Cake [S13E1] Cake Week

The Tent is Back! A Recap of [S13E1] Cake Week 🍰 The wait is finally over! The Great British Baking Show (or Bake Off for our UK friends) has returned for its 13th season, and we kicked things off exactly where we should: . Twelve new bakers entered the iconic white tent, ready to impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their sponges, structure, and (hopefully) some stunning decoration. The Signature Challenge: Mini Sandwich Cakes The season began with a request for

Let me know your thoughts on the new batch of bakers! 'The Great British Bake Off' series 13: Episodes 1 and 2 The Technical Challenge: Red Velvet Cake The Tent is Back

Sadly, we had to say goodbye to our first baker. Despite being a pre-show favorite, Hassan was the first to leave the tent after his showstopper failed to make up for his previous struggles.

Many bakers struggled with the amount of food coloring needed to get that iconic hue. Toby managed to win this round, while Hassan , Pau Man , and Tom found themselves at the bottom of the pack. The Showstopper: A Cake "Home"

. This was a true test of consistency and color, requiring six layers and smooth cream cheese frosting.