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Metro
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Alison Hammond shuts down bizarre pregnancy claim in best way possible
Alison Hammond has shut down speculation that she's pregnant in the most hilarious way possible after false rumours spread online. The Great British Bake-Off and This Morning host, 50, has reportedly been the subject of false AI-generated stories that are claiming she's with child. Alison has one child – her son Aidan who was born in 2005 – but she appears to be determined not to have any more if her latest comments are anything to go by. Naturally, Alison has responded to the pregnancy rumours with good spirit and humour, taking to social media to deny them in the best way possible. Posting to her Instagram account, which has 1.7 million followers, she said: 'Lots of AI stories online about me being pregnant, I can confirm I am not having a baby.' She continued: '[I'm definitely not pregnant] as I'm not sure my 50-year-old womb could take it. However, I do think we should all dance like Meghan.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The statement was accompanied by a video of Alison dancing around her living room after stuffing her dress with a giant pillow to mimic a pregnant belly. Referencing the already famous video of Meghan Markle dancing while heavily pregnant with daughter Princess Lillibet, Alison busted a move or two while waving her hands in the air like she just didn't care. In the video, which was taken four years ago, the heavily pregnant Duchess of Sussex is shown dancing in a hospital room to the sound of Starrkeisha song Baby Momma. Meghan posted on her Instagram to celebrate Lili's fourth birthday on Wednesday, writing: 'Four years ago today, this also happened. 'Both of our children were a week past their due dates – so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn't work – there was only one thing left to do!' The happy video has (of course) drawn some criticism on social media after Meghan was seen to twerk at one point, with online users criticising her behaviour. For Metro, Kirsty Ketley argued back: '[The video] shows something powerful: joy. A woman, supported by her partner, using music and laughter to cope with one of the most intense moments of their life.' Commenting on Alison's video, Bryony Gordon called Alison 'our queen' while Lisa Snowden applauded, celebrated, and laughed at the clip with a group of emojis. More Trending Scottish radio presenter Jenni Falconer commented saying 'You are just brilliant' and added three big love hearts in her message to Alison. Alison's son Aidan, now 19, was born in 2005 when the Big Weekend presenter was engaged to Noureddine Boufaied – the couple split in 2014. She confessed, 'I felt that failure with [Noureddine] when we broke up, but he moved on and has three other kids now and they are part of our life,' but revealed that they have successfully co-parented over the years. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Six methods people claim will induce labour, rated by a midwife MORE: King Charles serenaded by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's wedding singers at SXSW London MORE: Conor Maynard addresses The Traitors paternity scandal in first live TV interview
Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Bake-Off: The Professionals 2025: who are the judges?
Bake-Off: The Professionals is back for series 10 on Channel 4 🍰 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Bake-Off: The Professionals is back for series 10. Teams of pairs will be competing in the Channel 4 show. But who is on judging duty for 2025? It is time to return to the kitchen for a brand new series of Bake-Off: The Professionals. The hit spin-off show is back on Channel 4 tonight. A fresh batch of pastry chefs are ready to enter the heat of the competition and see who can rise to the occasion. The pros will be working in teams during the show. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Channel 4 has confirmed the line-up of judges and hosts for series 10. Here's all you need to know: When does Bake-Off: The Professionals start? The 10th series of the Great British Bake-Off spin-off is set to start on Channel 4 today (May 27). It will air on Tuesday nights at 8pm starting this evening, the broadcaster has confirmed. For its premiere, Bake-Off: The Professionals the episode will run for approximately 60 minutes including adverts. It will also be available on catch-up via Channel 4's on demand service by the same name. Who are the judges on Bake-Off: The Professionals? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Bake-Off: The Professionals hosts and judges: (L-R) Ellie Taylor, Liam Charles, Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin | Channel 4 It will be a pair of familiar faces on judging duty for the 10th series of Bake-Off: The Professionals. Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden are returning to cast an expert eye, and several thousand expert tastebuds, over the contestants' creations. Blin is best known as the Chef Pâtissier at Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons. He said: 'What I've really noticed is that the gap between the strongest and weakest teams has narrowed so much. And when you reach the second or third stage of the competition, you see the teams are all really close together. I think now all the teams really understand what the competition is all about, so they prepare a little better.' Finden is formerly Executive Pastry Chef of the Pan Pacific London Hotel. Speaking ahead of series 10, she added: 'Hitting our 10th anniversary is like pulling a perfectly risen soufflé out of the oven – pure joy and satisfaction. Every series brings fresh talent, new surprises, and breathtaking creations. 'It is amazing to see how they evolve. I'm honoured to still be part of this journey and continue to inspire and challenge the best pastry in the industry.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Both Blin and Finden have been judges on the show since it began back in 2016 on BBC Two - when it was originally called Bake Off: Crème de la Crème. The duo have judged on all 10 series, including the one airing in 2025. Who are the hosts on Bake-Off: The Professionals? Unlike the judges, the hosts of the show have changed a lot of the 10 series so far. Over the years the likes of Tom Kerridge, Angus Deayton and Tom Allen have presented the show. For series 10, former Great British Bake Off contestant and Junior Bake Off judge Liam Charles and comedian, actress and writer Ellie Taylor will be on presenting duties. They have hosted it together since series eight - with Liam first becoming a host on the show in series three. Liam said: 'I feel like the chemistry between myself, Cherish, Benoit, and latterly Ellie, just gets better and better the more time we spend with each other. I also think the challenges have got a lot harder. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I know that's a bit rich coming from me, who can't do most of the challenges, but they seem to me to have got more difficult as the years have passed. The chefs are using a lot of cool new techniques as well. I think the show has just become a little more slick as time has gone by.' What to expect from Bake-Off: The Professionals tonight? The preview for the first episode of series 10, via Radio Times, reads: 'Judges Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin set the tasks, beginning with a secret challenge, which sees them working without a recipe to create one of Cherish's own creations, the Apple Tin. 'Then they serve up a food-and-drink-inspired showpiece with a hidden Victoria sandwich elevated to new heights, far from its humble beginnings.'
Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Bake-Off: The Professionals 2025: who are the judges?
Bake-Off: The Professionals is back for series 10 on Channel 4 🍰 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Bake-Off: The Professionals is back for series 10. Teams of pairs will be competing in the Channel 4 show. But who is on judging duty for 2025? It is time to return to the kitchen for a brand new series of Bake-Off: The Professionals. The hit spin-off show is back on Channel 4 tonight. A fresh batch of pastry chefs are ready to enter the heat of the competition and see who can rise to the occasion. The pros will be working in teams during the show. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Channel 4 has confirmed the line-up of judges and hosts for series 10. Here's all you need to know: When does Bake-Off: The Professionals start? The 10th series of the Great British Bake-Off spin-off is set to start on Channel 4 today (May 27). It will air on Tuesday nights at 8pm starting this evening, the broadcaster has confirmed. For its premiere, Bake-Off: The Professionals the episode will run for approximately 60 minutes including adverts. It will also be available on catch-up via Channel 4's on demand service by the same name. Who are the judges on Bake-Off: The Professionals? Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Bake-Off: The Professionals hosts and judges: (L-R) Ellie Taylor, Liam Charles, Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin | Channel 4 It will be a pair of familiar faces on judging duty for the 10th series of Bake-Off: The Professionals. Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden are returning to cast an expert eye, and several thousand expert tastebuds, over the contestants' creations. Blin is best known as the Chef Pâtissier at Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons. He said: 'What I've really noticed is that the gap between the strongest and weakest teams has narrowed so much. And when you reach the second or third stage of the competition, you see the teams are all really close together. I think now all the teams really understand what the competition is all about, so they prepare a little better.' Finden is formerly Executive Pastry Chef of the Pan Pacific London Hotel. Speaking ahead of series 10, she added: 'Hitting our 10th anniversary is like pulling a perfectly risen soufflé out of the oven – pure joy and satisfaction. Every series brings fresh talent, new surprises, and breathtaking creations. 'It is amazing to see how they evolve. I'm honoured to still be part of this journey and continue to inspire and challenge the best pastry in the industry.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Both Blin and Finden have been judges on the show since it began back in 2016 on BBC Two - when it was originally called Bake Off: Crème de la Crème. The duo have judged on all 10 series, including the one airing in 2025. Who are the hosts on Bake-Off: The Professionals? Unlike the judges, the hosts of the show have changed a lot of the 10 series so far. Over the years the likes of Tom Kerridge, Angus Deayton and Tom Allen have presented the show. For series 10, former Great British Bake Off contestant and Junior Bake Off judge Liam Charles and comedian, actress and writer Ellie Taylor will be on presenting duties. They have hosted it together since series eight - with Liam first becoming a host on the show in series three. Liam said: 'I feel like the chemistry between myself, Cherish, Benoit, and latterly Ellie, just gets better and better the more time we spend with each other. I also think the challenges have got a lot harder. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I know that's a bit rich coming from me, who can't do most of the challenges, but they seem to me to have got more difficult as the years have passed. The chefs are using a lot of cool new techniques as well. I think the show has just become a little more slick as time has gone by.' What to expect from Bake-Off: The Professionals tonight? The preview for the first episode of series 10, via Radio Times, reads: 'Judges Cherish Finden and Benoit Blin set the tasks, beginning with a secret challenge, which sees them working without a recipe to create one of Cherish's own creations, the Apple Tin. 'Then they serve up a food-and-drink-inspired showpiece with a hidden Victoria sandwich elevated to new heights, far from its humble beginnings.' Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scotsman
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Join Bake-Off Winner Peter Sawkins at The Avenue, Barnton
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Join the Great British Bake-Off star for an afternoon of sweet treats, expert insights, and a first look at luxury retirement living in Edinburgh. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Great British Bake Off winner and Edinburgh local, Peter Sawkins, is hosting an exclusive talk at Cruden Homes' luxury retirement living development, The Avenue, in Barnton. The event will take place on Friday, April 25, from 1pm - 3pm, providing a unique opportunity to meet the star baker and explore the luxurious retirement lifestyle available at The Avenue. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Guests will have the chance to hear Peter's experiences as one of the youngest winners of the popular baking show, following his success on the 11th series in 2020. He is also the only Scottish winner of the programme. The event will include a biscuit or cake decorating demonstration, adding to the interactive experience. The Avenue Participants will also receive an exclusive first look at The Avenue's newly completed show apartment, which overlooks the Royal Burgess Golf Club. Together with Cruden's friendly experts, attendees can speak with partner organisations, including The Senior Moves Partnership, who will provide tips on how to downsize belongings for later life moves and Glenmore Mobility, who will provide advice on adapting homes to support independence later in life, alongside propety managers, Taylor & Martin, PX Partners and property agents, Savills. Situated in the scenic suburb of Barnton, Edinburgh, The Avenue offers an unparalleled living experience for retirees, blending elegant design with practical living and fostering a strong sense of community. The development is located beside the prestigious Royal Burgess Golf Course and is surrounded by beautiful green spaces, providing tranquility and exclusivity in one of Edinburgh's most sought-after locations. With 48 highly sustainable and energy-efficient apartments, penthouses, and executive villas, The Avenue is designed to the highest specifications, showcasing Cruden Homes' renowned quality and craftsmanship. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Hazel Davies, Sales and Marketing Director at Cruden Homes, said: 'We are thrilled to welcome Peter to The Avenue for an exclusive talk, a fun biscuit decorating session, and a first look at our incredible new Avenue Show Apartment. Peter Sawkins 'The Avenue offers homebuyers over 55 a unique opportunity to become part of a like-minded, vibrant community. The development is designed with a focus on relaxed yet luxurious living, offering beautifully landscaped gardens, exceptional communal areas, and the added benefit of a 24-hour concierge service. 'This event is a fantastic way for prospective buyers to experience first-hand the lifestyle on offer at The Avenue - combining quality, comfort, and connection in one of Edinburgh's most desirable locations.' RSVP today to secure your spot, as places for this exclusive event are limited and must be booked in advance. Email: theavenue@
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mary Berry's Secret To The Best Sausage Casserole
Mary Berry may be best known for her time as a judge on the Great British Bake-Off, but the Cordon Bleu-trained chef's recipes extend far beyond baked goods. We love her easy midweek lasagne as much as her 'posh' jacket spud recipe ― and she's always got a handy cooking trick up her sleeve, like how to keep salmon moist in the oven and the best shortcut to crispy, fluffy roasties. So it should come as no surprise that her sausage casserole (or, as she'd have it, 'chipchip cassoulet') recipe includes a simple rule that'll cook faster and provide a tastier twist to the classic. Mary's version of a sausage casserole, which includes paprika and chipotle paste, does not use large, Cumberland-style sausages. Instead, the TV chef focuses on smaller chipolatas. 'Chipolata sausages are often overlooked in favour of big juicy sausages, but they are perfect for this smoky, spicy take on a cassoulet as they don't release too much fat and cook quickly,' she advised. The telly legend browns off the sausages first in a tablespoon of oil. After they're done, she leaves them aside on a plate to make the sauce, which contains onions, garlic, peppers, tomato purée, baked beans (she's just like us!) and tomatoes. Another secret for a fresh and zingy sauce lies in that last ingredient ― Mary chucks the mini tommies in at the last few minutes of cooking, giving them just enough time to soften without losing their shape. That way, they're able to create bursts of sweet, juicy flavour in the dish. Mary isn't the only TV chef to stray from classic sausages when making the dish. Nigella swaps out the usual bangers for Italian sausage, and for much the same reason as the GBBO star: 'being 100% meat and loosely packed, they cook much faster than the densely-woven, finer-textured English sausage,' she said. Meanwhile, Gordon Ramsay caramelises his onions for his sausage hotpot, and Jamie Oliver swears by whacking some HP sauce into the classic dish. Mary Berry's Secret Method For The Juiciest Oven-Baked Salmon Mary Berry Shares 1 Common Lasagne Mistake That Ruins The Pasta Mary Berry's Secret To The Best 'Posh' Jacket Potatoes
