Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy.
Mary BerryRead
What a privilege and honour it has been to be part of seven years of magic in a tent - 'The Great British Bake Off.'
Interpretation
The quote expresses gratitude for being part of a creative and enjoyable experience in a television show.
Mary Berry reflects on her time spent on 'The Great British Bake Off,' highlighting the joy and creativity that the program brought to her life over its seven-year run. This quote illustrates how participating in a collaborative and artistic endeavor can be fulfilling and meaningful.
In practice
In a speech at a media event, one could say, 'As Mary Berry said, what a privilege and honour it is to work in a dynamic and creative environment.'
Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy.
Lots of people have written to say 'Bake Off' has inspired them to bake with their children. I feel proud about that; it's exactly what I used to do with mine.
A lot of other reality shows on television can be bullying and aggressive, but we wanted 'The Bake Off' to be an antidote to that.
I eat carefully because people don't want to see a large person judging cakes. They'll think to themselves, 'That's what happens when you eat cake.'
I still think it's essential for a parent to cook with their children. Weighing out the ingredients and learning where the food comes from is educational, but it also helps to place meal times at the heart of family life. We never had dinner in front of the TV.
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