HOLLYWOOD HANDSHAKE

Who’s received a Paul Hollywood handshake so far on Bake Off 2018? From Rahul to Ruby

The competition heats up with another baker sent home as the challenge enters its third week

THERE are tears on The Great British Bake Off as bakers are sent home.

But there's also the massive high of receiving the biggest honour - a handshake from Paul Hollywood.

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Paul awarded the first handshake of the series to Dan, who impressed with his boozy black forest gateaux traybake during the Signature ChallengeCredit: Channel 4

How many handshakes did Paul Hollywod give out?

Throughout this series, Judge Paul Hollywood has given handshakes to bakers on every episode.

He is known for his rare accolade, reserved only for the crème de la crème of bakers.

Last week, viewers were thrilled when he shook Rahul's hand, only for Rahul to then apologise for being "too good".

 

British Bake Off 2018's cake week ended with three Hollywood handshakes and Noel Fielding dressed as Marie Antoinette

Who received a handshake?

The first baker to receive a handshake was Dan – who is also the first person this series to get the coveted prize.

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Paul was impressed with Dan’s boozy black forest gateaux tray bake, which he made in the first round.

The second person to get a handshake was Rahul.

He wowed the judges with his showstopper piece, where the contestants had to make a two-tiered collared cake – in 30c heat.

Ruby got a handshake from Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood for her cake
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Rahul pulled off an amazing creation, which Paul praised for its intricacy and topping.

Rahul’s skills didn't go unnoticed by the other judges, and he was awarded the Star Baker.

Paul Hollywood admitted he was 'disappointed' he gave out so manyCredit: Channel 4

Paul told Rahul he had “never” given out a handshake for a showstopper challenge before.

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But that soon changed as he followed up his first handshake with another one for Ruby’s showstopper.

The baker, who struggled in the signature and technical rounds, redeemed herself with a chocolate orange creation.

The two-tiered showstopper earned her a handshake from the blue-eyed judge.

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