Architectural assistant Maxi was kicked off the Great British Bake Off while cardiovascular research assistant Syabira won Star Baker on Tuesday.
The aspiring baker, 29, fought back tears as judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith decided she would go home for pastry week.
Posting to the camera shortly afterwards, Maxi admitted she’d had a “bad week” and “knew” she was facing the chop.
‘I’m proud I made it this far’: Architect’s assistant Maxi booted from Great British Bake Off on Tuesday’s episode
She said: ‘I can’t believe it. I had a bad, bad week. I knew it. I knew it was me. I knew it was coming, but I was hoping my showstopper would have saved me.
“It’s really sad to leave but I’m happy and I’m proud to have made it this far.”
Both her fellow contestants and fans seemed shocked that she was sent home during the quarter finals.
Hugs: The aspiring baker, 29, fought back tears as the judges revealed she would be going home for Pastry Week (pictured with Paul Hollywood)
Oh dear: Posting to the camera shortly afterwards, Maxi admitted she’d had a ‘bad week’ and ‘knew’ she was facing the chop
Upset: She said: ‘I can’t believe it. I had a bad, bad week. I knew it. I knew it was me. I knew it was coming, but I was hoping my showstopper would have saved me.
Her co-star rushed to comfort her after the shock news.
One viewer tweeted afterwards: “You’ll be missed Maxy, I was convinced you’d be in the final but you’ve done so well to get this far.”
Another wrote: What?!!! Maxy deserves to win this season! I can’t believe this!’ while a third added: “Maxy you were brilliant ❤️.”
Gang: Both her fellow contestants and fans seemed shocked that she was sent home during the quarter finals
Overwhelmed: Cardiovascular research assistant Syabira won the Star Baker
Congratulations! Sandro, Abdul, Janusz and Syabira (second from left to right) remain on the program
According to the official GGBO website: “Swedish-born Maxy studied art and went on to earn a master’s degree in architecture, pausing her final studies to raise her two daughters, Tyra and Talia.
“She has done it herself in every corner of her apartment – from laying the floor and remodeling the balcony to painting the walls and hanging her own artwork.
“She started baking five years ago, with the arrival of her first daughter, and uses her strong artistic skills to create beautifully decorated party cakes.”
Candid: In a handwritten note shared to GBBO’s Twitter, Maxy wrote: “Still can’t believe I actually made it to the tent”
In a handwritten note shared to GBBO’s Twitter, Maxy wrote: “Still can’t believe I actually made it to the tent.
“Having made it this far in the competition I would have obviously loved to have made it to the final, but I’m super proud of how far I managed to get.
‘I really stepped out of my comfort zone when I applied for Bake Off, and I’m honestly so glad I did!
“Met Dame Prue, Paul, Noel and Matt and had the best time of my life. If you are thinking of applying I suggest you do as you could be here next year.
Type: One viewer tweeted afterwards: “You’ll be missed Maxy, I was convinced you’d be in the final but you’ve done so well to get this far”
– Along the way, I have grown and become more confident as a person, made new friends and left the tent as a better baker.
‘Thanks to everyone who has supported me, love you all. To the team, you are amazing, thank you for making this such a wonderful experience.
“Much love, your quarter-finalist.”
Sandro, Abdul, Janusz and Syabira are still in the competition.
GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF 2022: WHO ARE THE CONTESTANTS?
Carol loves to garden and even hosts her own gardening show on local radio
Carol
Age: 59
Occupation: Supermarket checkout
From: Dorset
Carol loves to garden and even hosts her own gardening show on local radio. She loves to create colorful and eclectic baked goods that are inspired by her passion for gardening.
Originally from Libya, Maisam’s favorite flavors are inspired by her Mediterranean heritage
Maisam
Age: 18
Occupation: Student & sales assistant
From: Greater Manchester
Originally from Libya, Maisam’s favorite flavors are inspired by her Mediterranean heritage.
She speaks five languages and aims to make it seven by the time she turns 20.
Swedish-born Maxy’s Scandinavian upbringing characterizes her pastries
Maxy
Age: 29
Occupation: Architectural assistant
From: London
Swedish-born Maxy’s Scandinavian upbringing characterizes her baking with lots of cinnamon and saffron.
She studied art and went on to earn a master’s degree in architecture.
His ethos in the kitchen is to use the best, seasonal ingredients and to spend time perfecting technique – with these in hand he believes the presentation will take care of itself
Kevin
Age: 33
Occupation: Music teacher
From: Lanarkshire
His ethos in the kitchen is to use the best, seasonal ingredients and to spend time perfecting technique – with these in hand, he believes the presentation will take care of itself.
A talented musician, who not only teaches but also performs as a saxophonist.
Good with children Sandro likes to infuse his pastries with flavors from his Angolan heritage
Sandro
Age: 30
Occupation: Nanny
FGypsy: London
Great with kids Sandro likes to infuse his pastries with flavors from his Angolan heritage – the spice of paprika paired with tangy cheese and sweet pastries smothered in dulce de leche.
Born in Malaysia, Syabira loves giving exotic twists to British classics
Syabira
Age: 32
Occupation: Cardiovascular Research Associate
From: London
Malaysian-born Syabira loves to give exotic twists to British classics – chicken rendang Cornish pies are a particular favourite.
Dawn prides herself on her steady hand and attention to detail, especially when it comes to the intricacy required for lace patterns on biscuits=
Dawn
Age: 60
Occupation: IT Manager
From: Bedfordshire
Dawn prides herself on her steady hand and attention to detail, especially when it comes to the intricacy required for lace patterns on biscuits.
Her favorite flavors are lemon, salted caramel and anything nutty.
Scientist James loves the technical side of baking and his signature is “kid-friendly horror-style” decorating.
James
Age: 25
Occupation: Nuclear scientist
From: Cumbria
Scientist James loves the technical side of baking and his signature is “kid-friendly horror-style” decorating.
He loves everything autumnal, like mixed spice, apples and caramel.
Polish-born Janusz describes his pastries as “colorful and camp”
Janusz
Age: 34
Occupation: Personal Assistant
From: East Sussex
Polish-born Janusz describes his pastries as “colorful and camp”.
He loves working with Polish ingredients in British dishes.
Rebs has recently started playing around with ingredients from the Middle East
Rebecca
Age: 23
Occupation: Master’s student
From: County Antrim
Rebs has recently started playing around with Middle Eastern ingredients – in a nod to her boyfriend Jack’s Turkish family heritage.
His passion for baking began when he was two, when his mother gave him her pastries to turn into small jam tarts
Comes
Age: 45
Occupation: Former charity manager
From: London
Will loves the technical side and is a fan of using yeast in his cooking – in more places than just bread!
His passion for baking began when he was two, when his mother gave him her pastries to turn into small jam tarts.
Abdul applies his precision thinking to the chemistry of baking and says Matcha is his favorite flavor
Abdul
Age: 29
Occupation: Electronics engineer
From London
Abdul applies his precision thinking to the chemistry of baking and says Matcha is his favorite flavor.
A self-confessed space geek, his interest in baking began when he and his fellow graduates baked for each other to spice up their daily coffee break.
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