I cheated at school. I remember on one occasion I wrote some history dates in pen on my leg. So when there was a question like 'What year did that happen?', I'd lift my skirt up and have a look.

Food is for eating, and good food is to be enjoyed... I think food is, actually, very beautiful in itself.

If I was a Mayor, I would sort the traffic out and that includes public transport. The traffic jams really get on my nerves.

I have always read all the latest cookery books and magazines, from all over the world

Good kitchen equipment is expensive, but most items last a lifetime and will pay for themselves over and over again

But quite honestly I can't help being a passionate football supporter. If that's my sin, I'm guilty

The chemicals in the dishwashing process tend not to be good for saucepans.