Around 1972, I bought a Rolls-Royce to treat myself after finally achieving success. The year before, I had three hits: Las Vegas, I Did What I Did for Maria and Amarillo.
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A very expensive dehydrator (it cost £30). I’ve made raisins, banana chips and apple chips with it so far. It’s so addictive, I’ll probably start drying my kids soon.
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A cream suit from Chanel that cost almost as much as a small car.
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A horse. I have two: Vesperal Dream and According To Sarah.
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My cello. At the time, in 1983, it was £192,500.
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View profile →Trying to think of a recipe I’ve forgotten. I keep a notebook by my bed now.
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My children’s births, and when I won the Bake Off.
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When somebody runs you a bath and orders a takeaway after a long day.
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Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go by Wham!
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My little sister Yasmin. She’s got congenital heart disease, but continues to smile regardless.
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Last week, when I dropped a mug on my foot.
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