A recap of The Great British Bake Off 2021
Warning, MAJOR spoilers!
Last updated 26th Nov 2021
The Great British Bake Off has been a staple in British culture since it first hit our TV screens in 2010, and despite a channel and presenter switch in 2017, the popular culinary show is still going strong, with the 2021 series ending on Tuesday 21st September.
After Bake Off veteran Paul Hollywood teased the show's return in July, fans across the country have been loving the series for 10 weeks, witnessing those soggy bottoms and Hollywood handshakes every Tuesday night.
As the final took place on Tuesday 23rd November, here's everything you need to know about The Great British Bake Off.
Who won Bake Off?
After a tense final, it was 45-year-old Giuseppe Dell'Anno who was crowned the 2021 winner of The Great British Bake Off.
Giuseppe said: "There are no words, I am speechless for once. All I can think of is the reaction from my mum and dad. The fact is that everything I have done to deserve this comes from his heritage, it’s the best thank you note I can possibly send him. He is going through a very bad time health wise, so I think this is going to be a great boost. I don’t say often or lightly that I am proud of what I do, but in this case I am really proud of what I have done. It’s unbelievable!"
Who was in the Bake Off final?
Three bakers made it to the final, with Giuseppe, Crystelle and Chigs all battling it out to be crowned the 2021 Bake Off winner.
When was the Bake Off final?
After 10 weeks, the 2021 final of Bake Off will take place on Tuesday 23rd November at 8pm on Channel 4.
Who took part in Bake Off in 2021?
12 amateur bakers were unveiled one week before the new series, ranging from a 70-year-old retired nurse to a 19-year-old student.
Giuseppe - WINNER
Age: 45
Occupation: Engineer
From: Italy, but now lives in Bristol
Crystelle - FINALIST
Age: 26
Occupation: Client Relationship Manager
From: London
Chigs - FINALIST
Age: 50
Occupation: Sales Manager
From: Leicestershire
JĂĽrgen - ELIMINATED
Age: 56
Occupation: Trombonist
From: Germany, now lives in Sussex
Lizzie - ELIMINATED
Age: 28
Occupation: Car Production Operative
From: Liverpool
Amanda - ELIMINATED
Age: 56
Occupation: Met Police Detective
From: Raised in London with Greek-Cypriot heritage
George - ELIMINATED
Age: 34
Occupation: Shared Lives Co-Ordinator
From: London
Freya - ELIMINATED
Age: 18
Occupation: Psychology Student
From: North Yorkshire
Maggie - ELIMINATED
Age: 70
Occupation: Retired Nurse and Midwife
From: Dorset
Rochica - ELIMINATED
Age: 27
Occupation: HR Business Partner
From: Birmingham
Jairzeno- ELIMINATED
Age: 51
Occupation: Head of Finance
From: Born in Trinidad and Tobago and moved to London 15 years ago
Tom - ELIMINATED
Age: 28
Occupation: Software Developer
From: Kent
When is Bake Off on TV?
Now that the 2021 series is over, unfortunately new episodes of Bake Off are no longer on our screens.
You can catch up the series and old episodes on 4oD.
What theme was it on Bake Off in 2021?
Week One: Cake Week
Week Two: Biscuit Week
Week Three: Bread Week
Week Four: Desserts Week
Week Five: German Week
Week Six: Pastry Week
Week Seven: Caramel Week
Week Eight: Free-From Week
Week Nine: Pâtisserie Week
Week Ten: The Final
Who was Star Baker on Bake Off in 2021?
Week One: JĂĽrgen
Week Two: JĂĽrgen
Week Three: Giuseppe
Week Four: Chigs
Week Five: Giuseppe
Week Six: Crystelle
Week Seven: JĂĽrgen
Week Eight: Chigs
Week Nine: Crystelle
Who was eliminated on Bake Off?
Week One: Tom
Week Two: Jairzeno
Week Three: Rochica
Week Four: Maggie
Week Five: Freya
Week Six: Amanda
Week Seven: George
Week Eight: Lizzie
Week Nine: JĂĽrgen
Who hosted Bake Off in 2021?
Despite missing Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer earlier this year, due to being on paternity leave at the time of filming, comedian Noel Fielding was back alongside Matt Lucas to present the 2021 series.
Noel joined the show in 2017, whilst Matt Lucas confirmed his arrival in 2020 following the departure of Sandi Toksvig.
Who are the judges on Bake Off?
Both Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith were back for the 2021 series, giving their expert opinion on the baker's creations and picking their weekly Star Baker.
Paul has been on the show since the series was first created, whilst Prue replaced Mary Berry when Bake Off moved to Channel 4 in 2017.
What channel is Bake Off on?
Just like it has since 2017, The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4 and 4oD.
What time is Bake Off on?
The Great British Bake Off airs at 8pm.
Where is Bake Off filmed?
The Great British Bake Off tent has become one of the most recognisable workrooms on TV, but many people don't actually know where the tent is located!
Well, let us tell you! Bake Off was previously filmed in the grounds of Welford Park in Newbury, Berkshire, but that changed in 2020 when bosses decided to pitch the famous marquee at Down Hall Hotel in Bishop's Stortford.
The luxury Victorian country house, which sits in 110 acres of woodland, parkland and landscaped gardens, is on the Hertfordshire and Essex border.
How can I apply for Bake Off?
If you fancy yourself as the next Star Baker and think you handle a Hollywood handshake, then you might want to think about applying for series 13 of Bake Off.
Bosses confirmed applications were now open in November, urging people to apply online.
You can apply for Bake Off 2022 right here up until 19.59pm on Sunday 5th December.
Who won Bake Off in 2020?
History was made on Tuesday 24th November 2020 when 19-year-old university student Peter Sawkins won the show, becoming the youngest ever person to be crowned the Bake Off champion.
After a tense final, Bake Off superfan Peter beat both Dave and Laura to the trophy, saying: “I wanted this a lot, when I was 12 I was watching repeats of Bake Off back to back, and it got me into baking big time.
"I am a Bake Off nerd, and I think 12-year-old Peter would be in awe, and just the most excited giddy kid. I am that excited giddy kid right now.”
How can I watch old episodes of Bake Off?
Although the original BBC series of Bake Off aren't possible to view online, the first four series of Bake Off on Channel 4 are available to watch on 4oD.
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