COOKBOOK

1998: Delia’s How To Cook by Delia Smith The cookery bible written by your granny’s favourite chef taught even the shyest cooks the basics, from sponges through to cakes and soufflés.

2018: At My Table by Nigella Lawson The much-loved cook presents shareable feasts (and if the TV show is to be believed, they’re best enjoyed under a twinkling fairy-light canopy in Nigella’s own garden).