Delia Smith
English cook and television presenter
I am happy most of the time.
When were you happiest?
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Asked in 52 of the 131 consecutive instalments of The Guardian's The Q&A harvested on 2026-08-29.
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A couple of summers ago, walking through a forest illuminated by fireflies, with my man and our dogs.
The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 August 2009 source ↗
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Gino D'Acampo
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I am always very happy in Sardinia with my family; I spend at least six months of the year there. Six months working and six months relaxing – I think that is a great balance.
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Now, by far. Old enough to know time’s short, young enough to use it.
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Right now is a pretty good time in my life. I am existing on three-monthly check-ups, but, yeah, I am very grateful.
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