The question
Excluding property, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?Originally asked
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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.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 10 September 2016 source ↗
A holiday in New York for my son Arran’s 18th.
A tractor, 12 years ago. Bright yellow and still brilliant.
At the beginning of 2019, I brought my entire family with me on my honeymoon to Bora Bora.
I love clothes and accoutrements, so it would be either a suit or a watch. I love Mark Powell in Soho, and Paul Smith.
When somebody runs you a bath and orders a takeaway after a long day.
Last week, when I dropped a mug on my foot.
Trying to think of a recipe I’ve forgotten. I keep a notebook by my bed now.
Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go by Wham!
My little sister Yasmin. She’s got congenital heart disease, but continues to smile regardless.
My children’s births, and when I won the Bake Off.
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