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P A.
July 30, 2018
I watched a few episodes thinking it would be lighthearted and fun. It isn't. It's basically a forum to make fun of people. I cannot watch the co-host Nicole Byer (or more accurately listen to her shrill shrieking). It is one of the most obnoxious shows I've ever seen. I cannot believe Jacques Torres has stooped to this level - very disappointing.
Jeannie I.
March 9, 2018
I haven't watched the show yet, but was excited to see it because I love cooking shows. Then I read these reviews. I love the GBBS precisely because it is kind. The judges are kind, the bakers are kind, people are kind and generous to each other. I started watching it last summer when I was home sick and couldn't figure out why I was so captivated by it, but it was so refreshing precisely because of the lack of aggression and meanness. The last thing I (we) need in our world at this point is more snarkiness, mean-spiritedness and posturing. Gonna pass on this one.
Carla H.
March 9, 2018
Totally agree with the other comments about how different the shows are. GBBS contestants are more genuine without all of the trash talk and mean spiritedness. With the american shows they seem to love having people who are outspoken and obnoxious. Hope the rest of the world doesn't think we are all like that!! ;)
Carolyn M.
March 8, 2018
nonetheless means "in spite of"; do you mean not to mention?
Jaye B.
March 11, 2018
Thank you, Carolyn. Our English is butchered every day so we need to make an effort to preserve it, particularly among writers. I noticed the error, too.
Kathy
March 4, 2018
Never, ever, will an American baking show equal the Great British Baking show and people need to stop comparing every other baking show on American t.v. to GBBS. American shows are full of unrealistic time frames, back-stabbing competitors and mean judges. I rarely watch them because I don't learn anything new from them and they are not even entertaining.
Alison T.
March 9, 2018
You are so right. It’s a steal, right down to the signature ‘Go!’ In the English version, the bakers (not contestants and especially not competitors) seemed genuinely sorry to see an individual go.
Jonathan L.
February 28, 2018
See, what I love about The Great British Baking Show, the bakers baked for fun, there was no money attached. Adding $10000 doesn't make me want to bake my heart out just to show that I can do it.
cookinalong
March 4, 2018
Yes! And no nasty back-stabbing or snarky comments. And I always learn something about baking when I watch it.
Idalu
March 4, 2018
Lol, no one would do anything for no money in the states. But the show might still be funny, I’ll give it a try.
Kimberley B.
February 24, 2018
Omg I can hardly wait. Plus nice to see Jacques Torres again. Use to watch him on PBS years ago.
Sandi S.
February 24, 2018
anyone know if there is a recipe for that cake in the NETFLIX trailer ad? wanna make it!!
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