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The Bake Down - Bake Off Reviewed

Bake With A Legend
Great British Bake Off
The Great British Bake Off
Baking
Bake With A Legend
Pastry Week
Dessert Week
Biscuit Week
Baking Techniques
Botanicals Week
Dylan
Baking Challenges
Basque Cheesecake
Nellie
Patisserie Week
The Great American Baking Show
Jasmine
Gluten-Free Steamed Puddings
Freestanding Trifle
Viennese Sandwich Biscuits
Edible Puppet Theater

The Bake Down is the go to podcast for those who can't get enough of the Great British Bake Off, form Bake With A Legend (the company that let's you bake alongside former contestants for brilliant online and physical events).

Sarah Taylor is joined by former contestants Howard Middleton, Dan Beasley Harling and Jane Beedle for the duration of the latest series to digest the latest action in the te... more

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Latest Episodes

It's bread week and our 10 remaining bakers tackle a garlic bread signature, a tricky flatbread technical and an enriched centrepiece showstopper. Join Howard and Sarah as they discuss bread week and find out who was on a roll.

Thank you to everyon... more

It's a Bake Off first this week as the viewers at home are the ones to choose which recipes are featured on Audience Choice week. Join Howard and Sarah, and special guest Jane Beedle as they dive deep into baked cheesecakes, wearable cakes and the in... more

It's biscuit week in the tent and our twelve bakers whip up batches of delight in a gooey cookie signature, a miniature nostalgic technical and a mosaic masterpiece showstopper. Join hosts Howard Middleton and Sarah Taylor with special guest Ian Cumm... more

It's cake week and our new 12 bakers tackle a boozy signature, a caffeinated technical and a self-portrait showstopper. Who will make it through to the second week and who will crumble under the pressure? Join Sarah, Howard and special guest Christia... more

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Recent Guests

Jane Beedle
Former Bake Off contestant, guest on episode
Bake Off / Bake With A Legend
Episode: No Method, Just Madness
Ian Cumming
Special guest on Biscuit Week episode
Professional baker and educator
Episode: Chip, Chip, Hooray!
Howard Middleton
Former Bake Off contestant
Bake With A Legend / Bake Off alumni
Episode: Cake It Til You Make It
Gill Howard
Former contestant on the Great British Bake Off, known for her charming personality and engaging bakes.
Episode: A Joy From Start To Finish
Jenn Reyes
A contestant on The Great American Baking Show and an attendee of Bake with a Legend classes.
Episode: It's Never Too Late to Start
Kim Goldfeder Clarke
Finalist from The Great American Baking Show Season 8
Episode: It's Amazing What Baking Can Do
Giuseppe Dell'Anno
Winner of The Great British Bake Off Season 12
Episode: You Can't Polish a Scone
Chigs Parmar
Former contestant on the Great British Bake Off
Episode: I Got Choux Babe
Josh Smalley
Bake Off finalist from 2023
Episode: Unbe-leaf-able Baking

Host

Sarah Taylor
Co-host with a long-running presence on Bake Down discussions; provides hosting duties and insider perspectives from Bake Off experiences.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 460 ratings
  • Fantastic podcast! (Though issues with sound quality)

    This podcast is delightful! I love hearing about little behind the scenes things of the show. And I’ve truly learned a lot from listening to Jane and Howard.

    I do wonder if Jane can sort out her mic as sometimes she’s at an equal volume with Howard and sometimes she’s very quiet and it’s hard to hear her.

    Both of them are fabulous and I look forward to listening every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    HudsJ32
    United Statesa year ago
  • Getting stale?

    I've enjoyed this podcast for many years and have listened to every episode some more than once. Today's review of the new class of 2025 was the first time I had to turn it off because it was so grating and unlistenable. Btw Howard was fine. I don't mean to be unkind, but perhaps some people need to be toned down a bit and talk less while others talk more or perhaps bring in a third panelist?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SouthernBaker
    United Statesa year ago
  • Podcast Legends

    I absolutely love this podcast. Bake Off is my ultimate comfort show and this podcast only makes it that much better. I love your insight from behind the tent flap. Loving the interviews this season. Look forward to many more seasons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoCoJaRo
    United States2 years ago
  • Previous contestants make this interesting

    Given that they have (a lot of) advertising and are getting paid for their classes there’s zero reason for Jane and Howard having such terrible audio quality. Harold has a mic but it’s terrible; it sounds like Jane is speaking in the vicinity of a cheap laptop. Echo and more quiet than anyone else. The host clearly has a proper mic so the levels are all off. The bakers have insider knowledge but are far too deferential and polite about the Prue and Paul. The amount of times Jane complains about ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jann101
    Canada2 years ago
  • Family

    I am so glad you are back!!! I feel like I’m having a family reunion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nanc0328
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Loyal listeners enjoy nostalgia and guest interviews that deepen GBBO fandom.
Some reviews note room for tighter discussion or tonal balance.
Audio quality concerns appear across episodes, with some hosts louder than others.
Fans value behind-the-scenes details and practical baking tips.
Listeners praise camaraderie and insider insights from former contestants.

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Don't Get The Hump
Q: Do you have to create a recipe from scratch or can you start with somebody else's recipe and then tweak the flavors and decorations?
Typically, contestants can tweak existing recipes by changing three significant elements, adapting and infusing new flavors based on their preferences and experiences.
Taking The Pith
Q: What are your thoughts on the judging criteria?
There's a sense of inconsistency in the judging that sometimes makes it look as though there's favoritism with certain bakers receiving praise despite similar mistakes as others who are criticized.
Taking The Pith
Q: Was this a good challenge?
Yes, the signature challenge of mini meringue pies was overall very popular among the bakers, making everyone want to create something beautiful.
Taking The Pith
Q: What do we think of Jasmine's meringue pies?
Jasmine had a nice passion fruit curd and raspberries, with great flavors, but she didn't have enough meringue compared to what was expected for a meringue challenge.
Top of the Class
Q: How do we start to learn all the basic skills and techniques that seem to have been handed down the generations with other bakers?
Start with mastering a basic sponge, then progress to different recipes, using bakers with high ratings. Don't start with brownies, as they can be tricky.

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What is The Bake Down about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A charming, insider-focused show that dissects Bake Off episodes with a mix of technical baking critique, personal anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories from former contestants. Listeners can expect lively banter, deep dives into bakes, and practical tips, all framed by a warm, community-driven vibe. The show stands out for its candid guest insights, transparent discussion of judges' feedback, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes fans feel in on the tent-side conversations.

A notable strength is the ensemble-style discussion, boundary-pusting in-depth analysis, and frequent references to real-world baking techniques and products. It's particularly helpful for listeners who want actionable cooking ideas, context for contestants' decisio... more

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1. Jane Beedle
2. Ian Cumming
3. Howard Middleton
4. Gill Howard
5. Jenn Reyes
6. Kim Goldfeder Clarke
7. Giuseppe Dell'Anno
8. Chigs Parmar

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