On 'The Great British Baking Show, it's Mexican Week

Here are some reasons why some believe that episode portrays 'hurtful'stereotypes.

Viewers have gotten in trouble for believing that the new episode promoted negative stereotypes of Mexicans.

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The episode is called "Mexican Week" and features amateur bakers creating a variety of Mexican-themed dishes in three challenges.

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One is a signature bake that showcases a popular Mexican dish.

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A signature bake that showcases a popular dish tied to the theme.

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This is a technical challenge that requires high levels of skill and blind judgment.

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Beck is a performer and a show stopper. He aims to prove every aspect of his talent, including taste, design, skill, or concept.

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The episode aired on UK Channel 4 Tuesday, before finally arriving on Netflix Friday.

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Viewers immediately noticed a joke by Lucas and Fielding.

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Here are some reasons why some believe that episode portrays 'hurtful'stereotypes.

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Viewers have gotten in trouble for believing that the new episode promoted negative stereotypes of Mexicans.

Image credit google

The episode is called "Mexican Week" and features amateur bakers creating a variety of Mexican-themed dishes in three challenges.

Image credit google

One is a signature bake that showcases a popular Mexican dish.

Image credit google

A signature bake that showcases a popular dish tied to the theme.

Image credit google

This is a technical challenge that requires high levels of skill and blind judgment.

Image credit google

Beck is a performer and a show stopper. He aims to prove every aspect of his talent, including taste, design, skill, or concept.

Image credit google

The episode aired on UK Channel 4 Tuesday, before finally arriving on Netflix Friday.

Image credit google

Viewers immediately noticed a joke by Lucas and Fielding.

Image credit google