The latest judge on the Great British Bake Off, Cherish Finden, received praise from host Alison Hammond and judge Paul Hollywood as they shared their thoughts on the upcoming season of the Great Celebrity Bake Off in support of Stand Up To Cancer.

Alison, 51, and Paul, 60, expressed their admiration for Cherish’s addition to the show, noting her positive impact on the competition. Cherish, a renowned pastry chef, has been a judge on Bake Off: The Professionals since 2016.

Alison described Cherish as fitting naturally into the Celebrity Bake Off family, bringing warmth and calmness to the tent, while also being a source of laughter. Paul commended Cherish for her honesty and skill, emphasizing her status as one of the country’s top pastry chefs.

Originally from Singapore, Cherish’s straightforward feedback resonated well with the celebrities, as Paul acknowledged her direct yet effective approach. Despite initial nervousness, Cherish quickly found her place in the tent, thanks to the welcoming atmosphere created by Alison and Paul.

In another culinary revelation, Paul admitted his fondness for Greggs’ yum yum pastries, despite never having visited one of their outlets. He humorously remarked on the similarities between Greggs and his father’s bread shops from the 80s.

The upcoming season of The Great Celebrity Bake Off promises a star-studded lineup including comedian Joe Wilkinson, reality TV personalities Vicky Pattison and Mark Wright, singer Aston Merrygold, and Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills. The show is scheduled to air at 7.40pm on Channel 4, featuring hosts Alison Hammond, Noel Fielding, and judge Cherish Finden alongside Paul Hollywood.