Meet the NEW BATCH OF BAKERS

Batter up! The home cooks are turning up the heat in their quest for sweet and savoury success

- Rebekah Hebenton

The Great Kiwi Bake Off is back! This season not only are there 10 fresh faces competing for the title, but there is also an all-new judging panel. Kiwi chef and renowned restaurateur Peter Gordon will put the home bakers through their paces alongside international phenomenon Jordan “The Caker” Rondel.

“One of the many joys of the show is seeing the emerging talent of the bakers,” tells Peter. 

While Jordan admits, “I’m beyond excited to be around people baking all day. It’s all pretty magical really!” Pax Assadi joins Hayley Sproull as presenters, and the comedian says he can’t wait to taste the creations.

“I don’t know how to bake, but I’m in absolute awe of people who have the skills. Also, I love to eat the baking!”

 

BROOKE WALKER, 28, AUCKLAND For marketing coordinator Brooke, being judged on her baking skills is something she is familiar with. "My family is known for judging baking out of 10. My nana is brutally honest." Brooke, who lives with her fiancé Nick and their pup Richie, adds she doesn't really like cake. "I wasn't going to have a wedding cake, however, I've finally given in."