13/10/2026
Best day EVER 😭😭😭
I was explaining to my daughter a while back just who Mary Berry was and why I love her so much. I wanted her to know what a legend she is and how much I admire her in so many ways.
She said to me, ‘Mum you should try and get to meet her’ to which I was like, ah no I won’t be able to do that.
But then while we were talking I thought, well actually why not? I looked up if she was at any events and sure enough this one came up 🥹
She said to me, ‘you might not get the chance Mum you should go for it’
Little B, I’m so glad I listened to you ❤️
David and I travelled down to Sevenoaks, on a few trains, to get there. We sat in the audience, something that if you know me personally is really difficult for me to do as I get very anxious. I adore the West End but every single time I go (which isn’t as often as I’d like!) I spend at least the first half in an anxious spin trying not to leg it out of the theatre 😂)
So I sat there, nervous, assessing my exits. And after listening to Mary give such an eloquent, funny and incredible interview about her life, an opportunity came up to ask her a question 😳. They turned the lights up so she could see us all, and heart pounding I raised my hand (who on earth is this person I thought as I did that, even David was surprised). They handed me the microphone and Mary and I looked at each other 😭😭😭 what a moment. My hero, 91 years old looking absolutely fabulous wearing my favourite colour, looking straight at me. And I did it, I asked her, and she answered in true Mary style. Absolute icon. It was incredible.
Something I’ve learned today is to #1 listen to those younger who encourage you to do things you never thought you would do. And #2 continue pushing through anxiety. Living with it is tough, but there are moments where you win, and it doesn’t control your every moment, and today was one of those.
Mary said, her best piece of advice for everyone is to always try to be kind…and to eat a Victoria Sponge cake on your birthday😉
Thank you an Egg Mayo sandwich is coming to our shop soon and will be dedicated to you🥹🩷