Jay Rayner and a panel of food experts are in Bath offering tips on soft cheese and bain-marie cooking. Jay is joined by chefs, cooks and food writers Sophie Wright, Jocky Petrie and Lerato Umah-Shaylor, along with resident food historian Dr Annie Gray.
The panellists discuss their favourite cold soups, explain the purpose of different types of salt, and share the best things to pair with soft cheese. Meanwhile, Annie Gray provides a brief history of cheese production in the UK.
Later on, Jay chats to local cheesemonger Hugh Padfield to discuss the unique history, flavour profile and method of producing Bath soft cheese.Senior Producer: Dominic Tyerman
Assistant Producer: Dulcie Whadcock
A Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4
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Newport
Jay Rayner and the panel are in Newport, Wales offering their best culinary advice. Joining Jay are Angela Gray, Jocky Petrie, Jordan Bourke and food historian Dr Annie Gray.The panellists share their favourite recipes involving figs and their fuss-free ways to spice up a home-cooked meal, and attempt to cure one audience member of his aversion to fishcakes. We also hear from local chef Sergio Cinotti of Gem42 and Gemelli restaurants about how Roman flavours have influenced his cooking - be it libum bread or garum sauce. Producer: Matt Smith
Junior Producer: Dulcie Whadcock
A Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4
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Shepherd's Bush
Jay Rayner and the panel are in Shepherd's Bush, London answering questions on chilli oil and of course, shepherd's pie. Joining Jay are chefs, cooks and food writers Tim Anderson, Nisha Katona and Jeremy Pang, and materials expert Dr Zoe Laughlin. The panellists suggest what to cook with six types of aubergine, their methods for making crispy chilli oil at home, and whether purchasing a steam oven is a good idea. They also share their go-to store cupboard recipes and the most fool proof method of constructing the perfect shepherd's pie.Produced by Dominic Tyerman
Assistant producer: Rahnee Prescod.A Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4
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Postbag Edition
Jay Rayner and a panel of expert chefs, cooks and food writers dip into the TKC postbag with the goal of answering various culinary conundrums, sent to the inbox. Joining Jay are Jocky Petrie, Sophie Wright, Tim Anderson and Dr Zoe Laughlin.The panellists explore what to do with excess bottles of prosecco, the best method for resting meat, and which pan truly delivers the perfect grilled steak. They’ll also reveal their least favourite kitchen chores and share their secrets for identifying top-quality butter.Producer: Dan Cocker
Assistant Producer: Dulcie WhadcockA Somethin' Else Production for BBC Radio 4
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Episode 3
Jay Rayner and a panel of expert chefs, cooks and food writers are at the Fallibroome Academy in Macclesfield, answering questions on bilberries and treacle. Joining Jay are Sarah Rankin, Angela Gray, Rob Owen Brown and food historian Dr Annie Gray.The panellists discuss their favourite ways to use up miso paste, the best savoury recipes involving treacle, and what to do with vegetables that have seen better days. They also share their true feelings about fried bread on a full English and what to do with a glut of homegrown berries.Situated on the cusp of the Peak District, Jay chats to local forager Richard McManus about the upcoming bilberry picking season, and the unique flavour profile of the bilberry.Producer: Dan Cocker
Assistant Producer: Dulcie Whadcock
A Somethin' Else Production for BBC Radio 4
Jay Rayner hosts a culinary panel show packed full of tasty titbits that might change the way we think about food, cooking and eating. An expert panel answers audience questions.
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