Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy.
Mary BerryRead
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.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the joy and connection of baking with loved ones, emphasizing the positive impact of shared activities.
Mary Berry expresses her pride in the influence that 'Bake Off' has had on families, encouraging parents to engage in baking with their children. This resonates with her own experiences and highlights the importance of creating lasting memories through shared culinary activities, fostering both creativity and bonds within families.
Themes
BakingFamilyInspirationChildrenConnection
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about family traditions, this quote can emphasize the importance of cooking together.
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All quotes →What a privilege and honour it has been to be part of seven years of magic in a tent - 'The Great British Bake Off.'
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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.
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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.'
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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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