[s7e1] Cake Week -

: We were introduced to Val, who famously listens to her cakes to tell if they're done.

It was a classic opening that reminded us why we love this show—plenty of heart, a few soggy bottoms, and some genuinely stunning bakes. [S7E1] Cake Week

At the end of the weekend, the judges had to make their first tough decisions: : We were introduced to Val, who famously

: Jane Beedle was crowned the first Star Baker of the series. Her chocolate orange mirror glaze was "dead impressive" in flavor, even if it was slightly lopsided. Her chocolate orange mirror glaze was "dead impressive"

Great British Bake Off: Series 7: Episode 1 - Stuck in a Book

: When Benjamina was overwhelmed by her runny icing, Sue Perkins offered the perfect tent-side mantra: "Every second spent crying is a second less to show how good you are".