Join host Samuel Goldsmith every Tuesday as he chats with cooks, chefs, and food lovers. In each episode, Samuel dives into a sparkling conversation about the g...
Jessie & Lennie Ware on table manners, childhood food and Mother's Day
This week host Samuel Goldsmith is joined by mother and daughter duo and hosts of the Table Manners podcast, Jessie and Lenny Ware, for a special Mother’s Day episode to coincide with their Mother’s Day edit on the Good Food app. They dive into their culinary adventures, family traditions, memorable dinners, and favourite recipes. In this episode, we explore everything from the best roasts and chicken soups to kitchen disasters and cooking tips. Get an insider's view of their experiences hosting special guests, including hilarious moments and candid confessions. Whether you're a food enthusiast or just love a good chat, this episode is packed with laughter, insights, and heartfelt stories. Don't miss out on this feast of a podcast!
Jessie Ware is an award-winning English singer-songwriter, podcaster and author with over 1 million albums sold worldwide and BRIT/Mercury nominations under her belt. Jessie lives in south London with her husband and two children. Jessie won ‘Best New Voice’ at the 2018 Audio Production Awards for her hugely successful podcast ‘Table Manners’, which she hosts alongside her mum, Lennie. Lennie Ware has worked as a social worker in family law for over 40 years. She is mother to Jessie, Hannah and Dr Alex and lives in south London.
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Let's cook together: Asma Khan's Spicy Beef Pulao
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode
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Asma Khan on Darjeeling Express, her new book Monsoon and empowering women
In this enlightening episode, host Samuel Goldsmith sits down with the inspiring Asma Khan, renowned restaurateur and award-winning author, to discuss her journey in the culinary world. From her roots in India to founding Darjeeling Express in London, Asma shares her experiences of overcoming gender norms and empowering women through her all-female kitchen. She provides heartfelt insights into her family's cooking traditions, the operation of her kitchen, and the social justice issues intertwined with her culinary practice. We also delve into her latest book, 'Monsoon,' her recognition as one of Time's 100 most influential people, and her favourite recipes. This episode is a celebration of food, culture, and the power of women working together.
Asma Khan is one of the UK and India’s brightest culinary stars. An award-winning chef, best-selling cookbook author and the owner of London’s famed Darjeeling Express restaurant. She sits on the Mayor’s Business Advisory Board and is an Honorary Fellow at Oxford University. Asma is the first British chef to be profiled in Netflix’s Emmy nominated Chef’s Table and the first chef to be featured on Vogue’s list of 25 most influential women. She has become one of the UK’s most prominent female chefs and her restaurant, a favourite amongst Hollywood’s A-list entertainers. Best known for her all-female kitchen team and her commitment to social change, Asma is an unstoppable force in the hospitality industry and beyond.
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Let's cook together: Short Rib Ragu
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find more recipes at goodfood.com
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Megan McKenna on family cooking, growing up gluten free and weaning her baby
This week TV personality, country singer, food writer, and new mom Megan McKenna joins host Samuel Goldsmith for an honest and insightful conversation. Megan opens up about her journey from reality television to becoming a best-selling gluten-free cookbook author. She shares personal stories about dealing with coeliac disease and wheat allergies, adjusting to a gluten-free diet, and her passion for cooking hearty, inclusive meals. Megan also talks about her career in television and music, her family life, and how to manage food allergies while living a full, vibrant life. Whether you're a fan of her TV shows, her music, or just love a great conversation about food and life, this episode has something for everyone.
Megan McKenna is a TV personality, highly engaged influencer and brand ambassador, with social media platforms totalling over 4.5 million followers. She is an ambassador for the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation and has also become a campaigner for coeliac disease and wheat allergies, and she has presented segments on allergies for various TV shows, including The One Show. A passionate home cook, she was a finalist on Celebrity MasterChef and her first cookbook, Can You Make That Gluten Free? Was published in 2022. Her latest cookbook, Love Gluten Free is out 13th March 2025.
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Join host Samuel Goldsmith every Tuesday as he chats with cooks, chefs, and food lovers. In each episode, Samuel dives into a sparkling conversation about the guest's life, their journey in the food and drink world, and, of course, their passion for food. Expect plenty of laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories from the people behind the plates.
The fun doesn't stop there! Tune in for sections like My Favourite Dish, where the guest discusses their favourite dishes and how they've made them their own, Cookery Confessions, where guests share their funniest kitchen mishaps and culinary secrets, and Quick Fire Questions, a rapid round of surprises that reveal more about their tastes and quirks.
Plus, on Thursdays, get a taste of new recipes in our bonus episodes—easy-to-follow cook-alongs to bring the flavours of the conversation to your kitchen.
Do scroll back in the feed to our archive including special episodes hosted by Tom Kerridge, Orlando Murrin and Mallika Basu.
The Good Food podcast has featured guests such as: Jamie Oliver, Nadiya Hussain, Michel Roux, Ainsley Harriot, Gennaro Contaldo, Claire Richards, Fred Sirieix, Big Zuu, Tess Daly, Liz Bonnin, Becky Excell, Professor Tim Spector, Rukmini Iyer, Riyadh Khalaf, John Whaite, Crystelle Pereira, Paul Ainsworth, The Hairy Bikers, Marcus Wareing, Sabrina Ghayour, Jane Dunn and Atul Kochhar.
Discussing topics such as BBQ, fermenting, brunch, spices, Eurovision, Caribbean flavours, sustainability, chocolate, Spanish cuisine, vegan cooking, Bake Off, airfryers, health, wellbeing, nutrition, slow cookers, cocktails, pancakes, pressure cookers, seasonal food and cocktails.
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