Ep 16. Lancashire & Merseyside
- January 27, 2014
- 46 min
Britain's Best Bakery is back with another exciting episode of delectable treats and mouth-watering bakes. This episode takes us to the beautiful counties of Lancashire and Merseyside, where we will explore some of the finest bakeries in the region.
Our judges, Mich Turner and Peter Sidwell, are on a mission to discover the best bakes in this region, and they have their work cut out for them. From traditional bread to sweet pastries, Lancashire and Merseyside have a rich tradition of baking, and the contestants are eager to impress.
The first stop on our tour is in the heart of Lancashire, where we meet a family-run business that has been making artisan bread for generations. The judges are impressed with their sourdough bread, which is made with a special blend of flour that gives it a unique flavor. Next up, we visit a bakery that specializes in sweet treats, including traditional Lancashire Eccles cakes and a mouth-watering apple and blackberry pie.
Moving on to Merseyside, we visit a bakery that has been in business for over 50 years. The judges are blown away by their savory pies, which are filled with locally sourced ingredients and baked to perfection. We also visit a bakery that has been making traditional Scouse pies for generations, and their take on this classic dish is a real winner.
Finally, the judges visit a family-run bakery that specializes in artisan bread and pastries. They are particularly impressed with their croissants, which are light, flaky, and melt in the mouth. They also try their hand at making a traditional Lancashire hotpot, a hearty dish that originated in this region.
As always, the judges face a difficult decision when it comes to crowning the winner of this round. With so many delicious bakes to choose from, it's a tough call. But in the end, they must choose one bakery to go through to the grand final, where they will compete against other regional winners for the title of Britain's Best Bakery.
With stunning scenery, fascinating history, and of course, plenty of tasty treats, this episode of Britain's Best Bakery is not to be missed. Join us as we explore Lancashire and Merseyside, and discover some of the best bakeries in the region.