Berry takes bull by the horns as she goes back to her roots on Countryfile
MARY BERRY has swapped cakes and scones for an amorous bull this week, appearing in a special episode of Coun
tryfile where she takes viewers on a tour of her childhood home.
The former Great British Bake Off judge, 85, said she was “immensely honoured” to be offered the opportunity on the programme, which she described as “iconic”.
The episode sees Berry try her hand at a traditional method of cheesemaking, corral a Longhorn bull and its herd and go foraging for edible fungi in the grounds of her childhood home.
The episode also sees the food writer, who was raised in Bath, explore the role farming has played in her life and how it has influenced her cooking.
She highlights farming causes close to her heart, the importance of local produce and the need for a better understanding of the food chain. The episode culminates in a barbecue hosted by the Countryfile presenter Matt Baker featuring a number of ingredients collected by Berry.
Berry said: “Countryfile for me is an iconic programme. I was immensely honoured to be asked to be guest editor and loved every moment.
“I am passionate about seeking the very best local produce and how important food education is.
“Having grown up during the war, it made me realise the importance of home-grown produce. I have learnt so much and had no idea that Matt Baker had secret barbecue skills.”
The Countryfile episode will air on BBC One on Sunday Aug 30 at 7pm.