[s11e1] Cake Week Review

Bakers had to create a 3D cake sculpture depicting their personal heroes.

“The return of Bake Off is exciting... due to its portrayal of a beautiful, multicultural utopia focused on discovering talent. This season's opening episode is considered one of the best ever.” YouTube · Tony Cantwell Great British Bake Off S11:E01 Cake Week Recap

Fans widely praised the episode for providing a sense of "normalcy" during a difficult global period. [S11E1] Cake Week

Bakers were tasked with putting a personal spin on the classic Battenberg cake in two hours.

These included Freddie Mercury (Laura), David Attenborough (Sura), Marie Antoinette (Rowan), and a "Chris Hoy" helmet cake (Peter). Results & Standings Star Baker Peter Sawkins (who eventually won the series) Eliminated Loriea Campbell-Clarey Viewer Perspectives Bakers had to create a 3D cake sculpture

Set by Paul Hollywood, this challenge required a "turning-out" technique where bakers had to produce a classic fruit sponge.

Sura’s lemon and orange version was a favorite. Mak attempted a pistachio marzipan with orange and ginger, while Loriea used bold bubblegum and cream soda flavors which the judges found overwhelming and dry. This season's opening episode is considered one of

The first episode of of The Great British Bake Off (known as The Great British Baking Show in North America) aired on September 22, 2020. This premiere was unique as it was filmed within a "bubble" at Down Hall Hotel to ensure safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Challenge Breakdown