Ruby Bhogal Shares Secrets of Baking and Life After GBBO

Ruby Bhogal reveals baking tips, life after GBBO, and the power of cake in this exclusive interview.

October 7, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Ruby Bhogal, a 2018 finalist on The Great British Bake Off, opens up about her time on the show, her career as a baker and writer, and the emotional significance of cake.

Bhogal recalls the infamous handshake from Paul Hollywood, which she humorously noted was often accompanied by sweaty palms. She also shares her admiration for Nigella Lawson, who will join the judging panel in the upcoming season. Nigella is a formidable force with great feminine energy, Bhogal said.

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Since her appearance on GBBO, Bhogal has built a successful career as a recipe creator, columnist, and author. Her latest book, Around the World in 80 Cakes, explores global flavors through baking. She also discusses her personal journey, including the challenges of unemployment, the loss of her first pregnancy, and now preparing for the arrival of her second child with husband James Stewart.

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