Fror years, 11 s Deen weu Known wnai a canning, therapeutic effect baking can have on the soul. But when there were so many things to do, people to see, and places to go, most of us could never quite find the time to dedicate to this mindful pursuit. All that changed a couple of months ago, as the UK collectively switched on their ovens to bake banana bread, nurture sourdough starters, and remember just how much better homebaked cookies taste compared to the ones you pick up from the supermarket.