I have been a baker for more than 30 years now, and in terms of equipment, all I really need is flour. It still amazes me what a versatile commodity it is, as you can do so many different things with it, and I never tire of trying new blends and recipes. Paul Hollywood amazebakerblend share on social
I went to Naples to work with one of the best pizza-makers in the world, and guess how long he bakes his pizzas for? He bakes them for 45 seconds. In and out. And they're incredible. Any more than that, and it's no longer considered a pizza. I've been spouting off to people for years - six minutes in an oven. Paul Hollywood bakeconsiderguess share on social
I drove from Naples to the Amalfi coast in an Alpha Romeo 1969 Spider, which was lovely. There have been lots of movies made down there, and I felt a bit like James Bond - the driving is quite hairy. The locals have mopeds, but you wouldn't catch me on a bike on those roads. A tank would be safer! Paul Hollywood alphaamalfibike share on social
I love France. It's got the sun down at the bottom, the Alps for skiing, and all that wine and food. Paul Hollywood alpbottomfood Change image and share on social
I can't go to sleep on a train anymore because people take photos of me. You know, dribbling. It's a bit embarrassing. I go to sleep with my collar up. Paul Hollywood anymorebitecollar Change image and share on social
Since I was a kid, baking has been part of my life. Paul Hollywood bakekidlife Change image and share on social
I don't know any chef who doesn't like fast food. Paul Hollywood cheffastfood Change image and share on social
Baking can be done with a few simple ingredients, so it's about simplicity and nostalgia - people are reminded of their childhood. Paul Hollywood bakechildhoodingredient Change image and share on social
I have gone through some bad times with my own business. At one point, I was working my socks off, driving, delivering, baking. It was hard, hard work. But I worked through it. Running your own bakery is hard. I never came close to bankruptcy, but I had to cut back on staff. Paul Hollywood backbadbake share on social