Culture & Society · 4 Beginner · September 24, 2026
TV Chef Nigella Joins Bake Off as New Judge
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Vocabulary
televisionˈtɛləvɪʒənnoun
a device that shows movies, shows, and news for people to watch
Nigella Lawson is a famous cook on television.
judgedʒʌdʒnoun
a person who decides if something is good or bad, or who decides the winner in a competition
She is a new judge on the show.
praisepreɪznoun
words that say something or someone is very good
She gives praise to the bakers.
adviceədˈvaɪsnoun
suggestions or recommendations about what someone should do
She also gives helpful advice when things go wrong.
formatˈfɔrˌmætnoun
the shape, size, or structure of something, especially how a show is organized
The format stays the same every year.
wobbleˈwɑbəlverb
to move back and forth in an unsteady way
The cakes wobble and break.
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Nigella Lawson is a famous cook on television. She joined the show The Great British Bake Off this week. She is a new judge on the show. Nigella replaced another judge named Prue Leith. Many TV critics think Nigella is very good for the show.
What Do Critics Say?
Most critics like Nigella very much. One newspaper said she gives the show new life. Another newspaper called her a brilliant addition. Nigella sits with Paul Hollywood. He is the other judge. She gives praise to the bakers. She also gives helpful advice when things go wrong.
Some People Want More Change
Not all critics are happy. Some people think the show needs bigger changes. They say Nigella is good, but the show itself is tired. The format stays the same every year. The cakes wobble and break. But experts think Nigella will help the show last many more years.
Discussion Questions
Do you like to watch cooking shows on television?
What do you think makes a good judge on a cooking show?
Do you think Nigella is a good choice to replace Prue Leith?