The Great British Bake Off: other versions from around the world
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Posted: October 02, 2015
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As Luton’s Nadiya Hussain prepares for the Great British final, we take a look at other Bake Offs from around the world.
Le Meilleur Patissier
If any country has their own Bake Off it’s got to France, famous for the Bake Off classic patissiere. The show’s name broadly translates to ‘The Best Baker’ with each show more than two hours long each week. Le Meilleur Patissier is hosted by Faustine Bollaert with judging from chef Cyril Lignac and blogger Jaqueline Mercorelli.
The Great British Australian Bake Off
Perhaps a bit more dramatic than the British version the show includes dramatic sound effects, viewer tweets on screen and a dull green floor.
Judge Kerry Vincent is far from sweet Mary’s calibur as she patrols the tent, but after poor ratings the show was eventually axed by Channel 9.
The American Baking Competition
Occasionally over the top with the drama, this American version lacks the charm of Mel and Sue in show host Jeff Foxworthy and judge Marcela Valladolid is no Mary Berry.
But one face will be familiar to any British viewers as Paul Hollywood joined to judge the signature, technical and show stopper challenges.
Ver Firina
In Turkey, it seems, Bake Off contestants are also prone to bouts of dancing. Other key differences from the British Bake Off include constant arguments between contestants, basic production and its set in a studio rather than the iconic tent. <
Bake Off Brasil – Mao na Massa
Aside from the enormous tent, the format of this version is pretty similar: same music, same challenges and same layout.
The judges, however, are another matter with business Fabrizio Fasano Jr (thir version of Paul) accompanied by an ominous piano jingle every time he enters, and confectionary expert Carolina Fiorerntino.
Das große Backen (The Great Baking) – Germany
A book deal is up for grabs in the German Bake Off (rather than just some flowers and hug) and the bakers have pictures of their loved ones on their fridges.The German version is nowhere near as dramatic as other varieties but occasionally German house and techno music plays to help speed things along.
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