The Great British Baking Show 2023 refers to the fourteenth series of the popular British baking competition, which began airing on September 26, 2023
Key Details of The Great British Bake Off 2023 (Series 14):
- Hosts and Judges:
Alison Hammond joined as co-host alongside Noel Fielding, replacing Matt Lucas who departed after three series. Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith returned as judges
- Contestants:
The series featured 12 amateur bakers from across the UK, including the show's first-ever deaf contestant, Tasha Stones. Other notable contestants were Matty Edgell (PE and science teacher), Dan Hunter (civil engineering resource planner), and Josh Smalley (post-doctoral research associate)
- Winner:
Matty Edgell won the competition, with Dan Hunter and Josh Smalley as runners- up
- Format and Challenges:
The bakers faced weekly themed challenges including bread week, cake week, and vegan week, among others. For example, in episode 3 (Bread Week), bakers made cottage loaves, Devonshire splits, and plaited centerpiece loaves
- Noteworthy Moments:
Tasha Stones made history as the first deaf contestant on the show, known for her fearless and creative baking style
The show continues the tradition of testing amateur bakers with a variety of technical, signature, and showstopper challenges, aiming to crown the UK's best amateur baker
. This series is available for viewing on platforms like Netflix and CBC Gem
