Britain’s favourite Mary Berry turned 90 last month and we reflect on the impact this famous Christian has had on the UK

Sophie Dianne celebrates a much-loved British cook, Mary Berry, on this special birthday, and considers what is known of her faith.

On Monday 24th March, Mary Berry celebrated her 90th birthday. Among the famous well-wishers was Prince William, he surprised Mrs Berry with a message on a special episode of the One Show. In his video, the Prince referred to Mary as a ‘National Treasure,’ rendering the famous cook to tears.

Mary Berry started her career training at The Cordon Bleu in Paris, before dipping her toes into the 1960s world of journalism, as the editor of Housewife magazine and later, Ideal Home magazine. She has gone on to become one of Britain’s most loved cooks, with more than 80 books to her name and starring in several BBC TV series, including Mary Berry: Love to Cook and Mary Berry’s Simple Comforts. Throughout her long career, she has remained true to her mission; ‘to get everyone baking and cooking at home.’