[s13e1] Cake Week <Official • 2026>

Janusz secured the first Star Baker title of the season, thanks to his consistent performance and neat execution.

Sandro impressed with chocolate pots filled with red-wine ganache and topped with a rose. Janusz also took an early lead with professional-looking chocolate sponges featuring boozy cherries.

The season began with a request for . The judges were looking for precision and personality. [S13E1] Cake Week

Next, the bakers moved "across the pond" to tackle a classic American Red Velvet Cake

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 Janusz secured the first Star Baker title of

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

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