Remember, it's very simple to have an oven tested professionally, and it only takes about five minutes.

Memories are fallible and a timer can save a lot of hard work from going out of the window

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.

A cake is a very good test of an oven: if it browns too much on one side and not on the other, it's not your fault - you need to have your oven checked.

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

I have tried all my life to look after my skin, so I never do things like go to bed with make-up on. I also always use moisturisers. But I certainly do not believe in Botox or anything like that. The thought of it just makes me think 'urgh'.

The thing I can't resist is a pork pie. That's my idea of a lovely treat.