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First baker eliminated from Great British Bake Off tent after emotional biscuit week

First baker eliminated from Great British Bake Off tent after emotional biscuit week

Published by Daniella Wilson

Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Danni, a service centre administrator from Dorset, has become the first baker to be eliminated from The Great British Bake Off. The 25-year-old failed to impress judges during biscuit week, which saw contestants tasked with preparing American-style cookies, recreating iced gems, and making a “visually striking” biscuit mosaic. At the end of Tuesday night’s episode, West Yorkshire hairdresser Tom was crowned star baker, while Danni was informed they would be leaving the tent. “Oh my goodness, I am really happy that I was the first one out because I know everyone in there has more skills than me,” they said. “But I think I’ve learned something about myself, which is that in the right circumstances I …

New Digestives biscuit flavour ‘absolute game changer’ after hitting shelves | UK | News

New Digestives biscuit flavour ‘absolute game changer’ after hitting shelves | UK | News

Published by Sam Flores

The new addition is described as a mint-flavoured wheatmeal biscuit covered in milk chocolate. McVities said, “A new addition to the Nation’s favourite biscuit range. A refreshing mint-flavoured digestive biscuit, coated in smooth milk chocolate. “McVitie’s Club Mint Digestives are the perfect treat for moments of relaxation and enjoyment.” Fans are eagerly awaiting to try the new flavour, with one commenting on a Facebook post about the snack: “I know I’m going to like these.” Another commented: “Good idea, these would be great.” One TikTok user tried the new flavour and shared a review. She said: “I couldn’t wait to open them because I was hoping to get a massive hint of mint, but it was less intense and more subtle, not a bad thing though.” She added that it does takes like a Mint Club. “It’s got nostalgia all over it – took me right back to my lunchbox days and surprisingly the mint worked well with the malty biscuit base, so my overall verdict is these are great. “I would definitely buy them …

Major biscuit company plunges into liquidation – in business since 1967 | World | News

Major biscuit company plunges into liquidation – in business since 1967 | World | News

Published by Sam Flores

A major food conglomerate based in Dubai is reportedly on the verge of being placed into provisional liquidation. IFFCO Group is alleged to have accumulated debts of nearly £1.5 billion, with restructuring negotiations making little headway amid disputes between key shareholders and the Iran war. The company is known for selling biscuits as well as olive oil, poultry and animal feed. The conflict, which erupted in late February, coupled with the ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, has heaped further pressure on the firm’s supply chains, it is claimed. The United Arab Emirates — where the bulk of IFFCO’s operations are headquartered — is heavily dependent on food imports through its ports. IFFCO is widely regarded as one of the largest food companies in Dubai, if not the biggest. The firm operates as a conglomerate, with its brands spanning more than 20 food and personal care categories, according to its website. IFFCO’s product range includes olive oil, biscuits, poultry, and animal feed. It is perhaps best recognised by Dubai residents as the company behind …