I've never particularly liked the idea of looking back; I'd rather look forward

I learned basic cookery from my mom, taught myself cake techniques and then got fed up with my own cakes not looking as good as the ones in the shops.

Of all the things I do, acting is the thing that grabs most, but there's another level on which it strikes me as being a little silly. In the end you're dressing up and deciding to be somebody.

I adore food and always have.

I swim more or less every day.

My mum taught me that redheads shouldn't wear pink, red or orange, but if you choose the right shade, such as a bright orange or a cherry red, it can look fabulous.

The rehearsal time is almost my favourite part of being an actress, particularly if you're working on a play that hasn't been done before.