Bake Off: The Professionals - what you need to know about Channel 4 show

The Great British Bake Off spin-off has arrived
Chat: Chef David talking to presenter Liam Charles
Channel 4
Natasha Sporn6 May 2018

Channel 4 is bringing the joy of The Great British Bake Off back to screens this weekend with new spin-off show Bake Off: The Professionals.

Hosted by a former GBBO contestant, Liam Charles , six teams of two will compete against each other and put their skills to the test for baking prestige.

They may have mastered their art professionally, but the challenges will still push them as far as they can go – and, of course, they will be judged.

But what else do you need to know about the show? Here is everything you need to know about Bake Off: The Professionals…

Presenter: Liam Charles will host the show alongside Tom Allen
Channel 4

What is Bake Off: The Professionals?

Competing in their duos, the 12 contestants will face two tough rounds each week to test their ability, creativity and, ultimately, their partnership.

In the first episode, the teams must create miniature cakes in the first round and a showpiece gateau in the second.

There are 10 episodes in the series.

Who are the judges?

Celebrated pastry chefs Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin will be putting the hopefuls through their paces and watching their every move, ready to critique.

Trio: Judges Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin with presenter Tom Allen
Channel 4

Who are the hosts?

The new show will be presented by an odd combination of Liam Charles and comedian Tom Allen.

Charles competed in the last series of GBBO, the first on Channel 4, but was eliminated in October. Allen is a comedian who has appeared on television before in the likes of Wedding Day Winners and It Takes Two for the BBC.

When is Bake Off: The Professionals on?

Bake Off: The Professionals begins Sunday 6 May at 8pm on Channel 4, available shortly after on All 4.

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