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I’ve been a big fan of
The Great British Bake Off for years. And really, what’s not to love? The competition is kind, not cutthroat, and the bakers exhibit endless creativity, dreaming up countless whimsical bakes — and even a (slightly questionable) Freddie Mercury cake. But my favorite part is the aesthetic of it all: the charming drawings and the cute bakeware, mixing bowls, and presentation platters that competitors use. The stylish white baking dishes with blue trim that are often featured during savory pie week especially caught my eye, and once I saw them I knew I had to have them. I’d spotted these same dishes on other British cooking programs, like Jamie Oliver’s many shows (including