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Broadcaster Nick Grimshaw and Michelin star chef Angela Hartnett host a weekly dinner party podcast featuring celebrity guests like Gordon Ramsay, Dua Lipa, and Benedict Cumberbatch. Angela cooks a Michelin star meal while sharing cooking tips, and Nick leads the conversation. The podcast is produced by Waitrose and offers a fun mix of food and chat.
Episodes
Angela Scanlon is wowed by our orzotto with bone broth and prawns
Twice the Angela, twice the fun.
Angela Scanlon is a presenter, writer and lover of Turkish delight. She adores soapy, rose and perfumed flavours, and we’re not afraid to deliver on that, handing her a Rose garden cocktail as soon as she takes to the table. That’s accompanied by a serving of prawn scratchings, playing into Angela’s favourite bit of a roast dinner, the chicken skin! &nb
Jesse Burgess rates our lemon chicken and sesame chilli oil cucumbers
The TOPJAW star has found his new favourite spot.
Jesse Burgess is a presenter, filmmaker, and co‑founder of the award‑winning food and travel duo, TOPJAW. He’s at the Dish table to share the details about the second series of his Apple TV show, Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars. It’s a series produced by Gordon Ramsay’s production company which follows restaurants and chefs across the glo
Daisy Edgar-Jones meets a new crush: our miso, lime & herb spatchcock chicken!
A tasty take on a roast for all seasons.
Daisy Edgar-Jones is an English actor, known for her roles in TV shows like Cold Feet and the all-conquering Normal People, alongside performances in hit films such as Twisters, Where The Crawdads Sing and the upcoming adaptation of Sense and Sensibility.
It’s a stew-free zone in the Dish kitchen, with Daisy explaining why she’s just not keen, despi
Dame Meera Syal is starry-eyed for our summery fish, fennel and saffron stew
The latest great Dame to join our party!
Dame Meera Syal is an award-winning actress, comedian and writer, who sat down with us on the scorching-hot day of the solar eclipse. It’s a busy time for Meera ahead of the release of her life story, Vigilauntie: A Memoir - Innit?, and the opening of her new play, The Children. So, imagine our surprise when she arrived with home-baked goods in hand!
Ray Winstone is dazzled by pan-fried Dover sole with buttery capers and shallots
A top bit of Lillian for an acting legend.
We’re delighted to host Ray Winstone at Dish for a meal fit for acting royalty. Ray, born and raised in East London, has starred on screens since his breakthrough role in Scum in 1979. Other credits from a storied career include That Summer!, Quadrophenia, Sexy Beast, The Departed and Nil By Mouth, alongside Kathy Burke and Gary Oldman.
Ray has a
Serge Pizzorno gets a kick from our spaghetti all’assassina
Angela takes on the ‘assassin’s method’ for our rock-star guest
Serge Pizzorno is musician, songwriter, record producer and co-founder of Kasabian. The band, who release their latest album, Act III, on 4 September, have been together since the early ’00s, with Serge taking on frontman responsibilities in 2020. He joins us after a huge gig at London’s Finsbury Park, in front of 50,000 people - so
Jamie-Lee O’Donnell is mightily impressed by our tuna grill-das!
Fresh off a flight to take a seat at the Dish table.
Jamie-Lee O’Donnell is an Irish actor known for her roles in Screws, Leonard & Hungry Paul, and Derry Girls as the iconic Michelle Mallon. Jamie-Lee jetted in from Barcelona to be with Nick and Angela for lunchtime skewers, and a catch up about film, TV and fashion projects galore.
Fuelled by energy drinks after an early flight, Jamie-Le
Tom Holland, Part 2. The skewers sequel... this time, it’s pork and pineapple!
Is he our new co-host now?!
We return to the table with Tom Holland for another instalment of Dish, as the actor shares stories from his big summer on cinema screens. After focusing on The Odyssey in Part 1, we switch from Greek armour to spandex and chat about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, out now in UK cinemas.
After first being cast at the age of 18, Tom returns as Peter Parker for a fourt
Tom Holland returns! Part 1 featuring smokey skewers and... pigs in blankets
The Odyssey star joins us for a skewer voyage.
We’re delighted to host Tom Holland once again. His appearance on our Christmas 2024 special is written in Dish lore, so we jumped at the chance for a reunion ahead of a huge summer for the British actor. And that time came after England’s early morning World Cup victory over Mexico. Guess who of our trio stayed up for it?
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Simon Pegg tucks into South Indian lamb chops
Dish is on high alert as we’re joined by the ‘food shark’.
Fresh off a flight from New York, we’re delighted to welcome Simon Pegg. An English actor and comedian, Pegg is loved for his iconic TV and movie roles, be that TV sitcom Spaced, the Mission: Impossible franchise or The Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy (Shaun Of The Dead, Hot Fuzz, The World’s End), in which he stars alongside good p
Sophie Willan falls for our golden chicken, tomatoes and green beans...
And shares her own secret recipe with Angela.
Sophie Willan is a three-time BAFTA winning comedian, actor, writer and author, and a very good friend of Dish. We first hosted Sophie for our debut live - and unrecorded - show in London. So, we just had to have her back and set everything to record this time round.
Sophie is best known for her hit show, Alma’s Not Normal, which has seen her win BA
Sam Smith is delighted by our lobster rolls with lemon & dill
They’ve got lobster on their mind!
Sam Smith is a BRIT Award, Grammy, Golden Globe and Oscar-winning singer and songwriter. They join us ahead of the release of their new album, Hazel Eyes, which is released on 21 August and features their new single, My Guy. But first, it’s time for the long-awaited debut of lobster on Dish, the perfect star ingredient for a guest who once had aspirations to be
Sir Lenny Henry loves our seared scallop & tomato tagliatelle
Comic Relief! Meeting Prince! Seasoned food!
Sir Lenny Henry is a hugely celebrated comedian, actor, writer and broadcaster. He first appeared on our screens in 1975 when, at the age of 16, he made his debut on the talent show New Faces. Over fifty years later, he joins us to talk through some of the choice moments of his career, providing a fantastic taster of his current show, Still At Large.
Kevin McCloud is served pork chops with his own home-grown pickled rhubarb
A picture perfect plate for this Grand Designs legend.
Another first for the show, as Kevin McCloud brings along freshly grown produce for Angela to add to their meal. The Grand Designs presenter delivered fresh rhubarb and a variety of apples (in a variety of conditions) that were quickly chopped and prepped for a couple of dishes.
Kevin, who lives in the Herefordshire countryside, is a keen f
Marcus Mumford joins us for Awadhi chicken pulao and all the sides
A one-pot wonder shared with a chart-topping star.
Marcus Mumford is an American-British singer, songwriter, musician and producer. He is best known as the lead singer of the award-winning English folk-rock band Mumford & Sons. Marcus took the train from his home in Devon to visit us for a chat about the band’s latest album, Prizefighter, and their headline show at BST Hyde Park on 4 July.
But
Emilia Clarke’s dreams come true with our super greens vignole with lamb
We welcome a Dish listener who’s been a fan since day one!
There’s a whole lot of love around the Dish table as we welcome long-time listener, first-time visitor, Emilia Clarke. The actor, known for her incredible and life-changing role as Daenerys Targaryen in Game Of Thrones, brings her passion for food, Nick, Angela and martinis to a special episode marking the fourth anniversary of Dish.
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Jodie Whittaker surprised with our tagliatelle with asparagus, peas, shallots & capers
We also enlist her as our first Dish sommelier.
Jodie Whittaker is an English actor known for her roles in Broadchurch, Doctor Who, Frauds and Toxic Town. Jodie, who was born in West Yorkshire but now lives in London, arrives at Dish with the perfect mindset; hungry and up for trying anything. So, a menu full of surprises it is, as we sit down to chat about Jodie’s latest project: Dear England.
Jon Favreau is impressed by our cacio e pepe gnocchi with broccoli & walnuts
Yes! Chef!
Nick and Angela are joined by Jon Favreau for an episode packed with appreciation for great food, and the creativity and passion that goes into making it. Jon arrives in the kitchen in the middle of a gigantic world press tour to promote his new movie, The Mandalorian and Grogu, the latest adventure in the Star Wars universe. The film, of which Favreau is director, co-writer and produ
Paapa Essiedu can’t resist our spicy prawn tacos with rhubarb and scotch bonnet salsa
Stories of superstitious drinks and a cheese grudge.
Paapa Essiedu is a highly acclaimed actor, known for his work across stage and screen. After attending Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Paapa joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, making his debut in The Merry Wives of Windsor at the age of 22. Other stage credits include Death of England: Delroy, The Effect and, most recently, All My Sons,
Rosamund Pike is treated to roast trout with brown butter and asparagus
A welcome meal for the star amidst her West End run.
Rosamund Pike is the latest theatre actor to visit us in the middle of a hectic show schedule, with a performance at London's Wyndham's Theatre to follow her visit to Dish. In Inter Alia, Rosumund stars as Jessica Parks, a London Crown Court Judge balancing work, motherhood and friendship. It’s an incredible central performance that earned Ros
Nicola Coughlan savours our chipotle & lime roast chicken with smashed Jersey Royals
All rise for the Queen of Pickles!
Nicola Coughlan is an Irish actor known for her roles in fan favourite shows like Derry Girls, Bridgerton and Big Mood. She’s also a star with a palate that perfectly matches Nick and Angela’s: big flavours, well-seasoned food and ice cold Champagne.
Nicola is with us to chat about the second series of the Channel 4 sitcom Big Mood, which is available to watch
Dave Grohl joins us for mouthwatering Spanish-style slow-cooked lamb
Time extremely well spent with a master of storytelling... and barbecuing!
Dave Grohl in the Dish studio. It finally happened. The award-winning musician and founder of Foo Fighters settled in for a delicious meal with Nick and Angela to discuss the band’s forthcoming album, My Favourite Toy. The record - the group’s twelfth - is out on Friday 24 April ahead of a worldwide tour that includes two
Gemma Arterton learns the secrets of a perfect crab, fennel and chilli linguine
Angela makes claggy crab pasta a thing of the past!
Gemma Arterton is a BAFTA and Olivier-nominated British actor and producer, and star of upcoming ITV drama, Secret Service. Gemma, who lives in West Sussex with her husband - the actor Rory Keenan - plays a MI6 officer, heading up the Russia desk in a thriller full of buried secrets. But before we get to chatting about the role, Angela is taske
Harriet Kemsley tucks into a dish of golden aubergine, broccoli and honey baked feta
We bring all the flavours for this brilliant comedian.
Harriet Kemsley is an English stand-up comic, writer and actress. You’ll know her from appearances on shows including Live At The Apollo, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Hypothetical and Last One Laughing. She also hosts a podcast with Amy Gledhill, Single Ladies In Your Area, which navigates the world of dating in your 30s. Harriet joins Nick and Angela
Niall Horan joins us for an epic beef Bourguignon pie
Bow down to the King of Crimping!
On this episode of Dish, we have a wonderful time in the company of Irish singer-songwriter, Niall Horan. Niall rose to prominence as a member of One Direction and, following the band’s hiatus, has been releasing music and touring as a solo artist. His latest single, Dinner Party, is out now, with an album of the same name, due out on 5 June.
Following the com
Maisie Adam is absolutely delighted with our spiced leg of lamb
Zero chance of MPTF in this episode.
We’re joined by Maisie Adam, comedian and podcaster, for an Easter feast and chat about her upcoming tour. Maisie, who can be currently seen in the second series of Last One Laughing, tours the country from September with her show, Whatsherface. Maisie explains to Nick and Angela about how the tour came to get its fantastic name and why touring is the best bit
Sara Pascoe is bowled over by our minestrone soup
Our first serving of soup on Dish.
Sara Pascoe is a comedian, actor, presenter and writer who loves soup with her entire being. Time, then, for Angela to dust off the ladle and serve Sara the best minestrone, using a recipe from Martha Collison. But will it win round Nick, who cannot shake the association of soups and smelly office kitchens?
We’re joined by Sara to discuss her new show, Zero Sta
Louis Theroux can’t get enough of our spiced short-ribs and pitcher of paloma
And saves room for a crumble!
Louis Theroux is a BAFTA-winning documentarian, journalist, broadcaster and author, and not someone to let a pre-show lunch get in the way of a Dish feast. Over paloma cocktails, Nick and Angela enjoy an hour in the company of the legendary interviewer, who started making documentaries for the BBC in 1998.
He joins us to talk about his new Netflix film, Louis Thero
Jennifer Garner joins us for the ultimate Mother's Day roast beef
Can we take a moment for the Yorkshire puddings, too!
We welcome Jennifer Garner to Dish for our Mother’s Day special, and the award-winning actor, known for her roles in Alias and the cult rom-com 13 Going on 30, is the perfect guest for such an occasion. Jennifer is a mum to three children and has a wonderful relationship with her mother, Pat, whose cooking helped shape Jennifer’s huge love of
Chris McCausland enjoys our cottage pie and a ginger beer
We welcome a man with clear rules on food!
Chris McCausland is a comedian, author, and Strictly Come Dancing champion. Within minutes of sitting down with Nick and Angela, he’s critiquing the Dish chair and explaining the mathematical shape of a Pringle, setting the tone for a brilliantly entertaining episode.
Chris is one of the busiest people on the circuit, with his tour Yonks spanning years
Tom Davis falls in love with our steak pie
Angela’s hearty dish makes quite the impression!
Tom Davis is an actor, comedian, podcaster, writer and proud south Londoner. Fresh from delivering the goody bag for Romesh Ranganathan, he settles in with us for a proper catch-up over a delicious pie.
Tom’s latest tour, Spudgun, sees him return to the comedy circuit after a period away from the stage. You’ll have seen and heard from him plenty
Romesh Ranganathan loves our cauliflower & spinach curry and fiery margaritas
The wait for a man at the top of our wish-list is finally over.
Romesh Ranganathan has been on the Dish radar for a long time. Last year, Nick and Angela visited him on his Radio 2 show and extended the invite to join us for dinner. This year, we managed to sync diaries and make it a Valentine’s date!
Romesh is a BAFTA-winning comedian, actor, writer and presenter. He is currently starring along
Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty enjoy a feast of dal gosht
The Golden Globe winners join us for a tasty Dish dinner.
We return back from a break with a full table hosting two incredible actors, Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty. Just days after their Golden Globes success (where they both won awards for their roles in Adolescence), Stephen and Erin join us to chat about Season 2 of A Thousand Blows, now streaming on Disney +. The series sees them reprise
Helena Bonham Carter, cheese toasties with sticky shallots, and a prosecco
Comfort food and a bottomless snack bag for our season finale.
Helena Bonham Carter is an award-winning English actress known for her incredible performances across films including the Harry Potter movies, Howards End, Planet of the Apes, Sweeney Todd, The King’s Speech and TV series such as Toast and The Crown. There are certainly too many credits to mention for a star who made her debut in 1985
Tim Key, sticky sausage & apple braise, and a beer
Bangers and mash in action for our first poet.
Tim Key, an English poet, comedian, actor and screenwriter, joins Nick and Angela to fire up Dish in 2026. Last year was a huge one for Tim, made notable by the release of The Ballad Of Wallis Island, a film he stars in alongside best friend Tom Basden. The pair wrote the screenplay together, basing it on a short film they had made nearly 20 years ea
Emilia Fox, a butternut and toasted pumpkin seed risotto, and a vodka martini
We finish one year and start the next with an ode to good food.
Emilia Fox is an English actress and presenter. She is best known for playing Dr Nikki Alexander in the popular long-running TV series Silent Witness, a role she has been playing since 2004, when Nick was still at university and Angela was on TV with Gordon Ramsay in Hell’s Kitchen. Emilia is with us to chat about the upcoming serie
The Dish Awards 2025
What do Cynthia Erivo’s jaw-dropping vocals, Joanna Lumley’s love advice, and Nick Frost’s chopping skills have in common? They are all winners in the Dish Awards 2025!
Join Nick and Ange as they pop open a bottle of Waitrose Blanc de Noirs Champagne to celebrate their favourite guests, standout moments and recipes from the year. Nick also mixes up a special Granny Pat’s Potion cocktail, inspired
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Keira Knightley, fennel & citrus roast turkey, and Champagne
It’s beginning to taste a lot like Christmas.
For this year’s festive special, Nick and Angela are joined around the tree by Keira Knightley for a turkey feast and plenty of bubbles.
Keira Knightley is an English actress who lives in North London with her two daughters and husband, James Righton. She is known for an array of brilliant roles in films such as Pride & Prejudice, The Imitation Gam
Jordan Stephens, saffron & cardamom chicken with cranberry salsa, and a vouvray
Croissants as a starter? No issue whatsoever.
Jordan Stephens is a musician, actor, presenter, podcaster and writer, who arrives at Dish off the back of an incredible year, full of achievements and firsts. He chats to Angela and Nick about the paperback release of his thought-provoking memoir, Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs, a personal story of self-acceptance. Alongside events and talks
Joe Marler, jalapeño honey pulled pork with lime slaw, and a viognier
A true VI-Hundy P joins us around our own round table.
Joe Marler is a former rugby union player, podcast presenter, TV personality and Traitors expert in big dog theory. He joins Nick and Angela around the Dish table to talk about his new podcast, Joe Marler Will See You Now, where he puts guests to the test using his unique people-reading skills.
Recorded only hours before the finale of the
Millie Bobby Brown, penne alla vodka and a Montecucco Rosso Riserva
Our first episode back around the Christmas tree.
Millie Bobby Brown is a British actor known for her role in the Netflix series Stranger Things. As the show begins its final season, we are joined by the star, who first appeared as her character Eleven back in 2016. The show is a certified cultural phenomenon, streamed by millions and making Millie a household name across the world. She currentl
Bob Mortimer, pork pie, kedgeree and an IPA
Bob Mortimer is an English comedian, TV presenter, fisherman, author, podcaster, pork pie detective and 100% certified national treasure. He’s with us to chat about his new book, The Long Shoe, his third work of fiction following the successes of The Hotel Avocado and The Satsuma Complex. Bob has sold over 2 million books (and counting), crowning another significant chapter in his legendary career
Jack Whitehall (LIVE from The Royal Opera House), an aubergine parmigiana and an old fashioned
Highlights from our biggest live show yet!
We’re thrilled to share our first ever live episode, recorded in September 2025 at The Royal Opera House in front of 2200 Dish fans. Our guest, Jack Whitehall, is an English comedian, presenter, actor and writer - and no stranger to stages of such grandeur.
Jack joined us to help settle Nick and Angela’s nerves and provide just a little bit of chaos in
Joe Wilkinson, bolognese and a Villa Antinori
Has Angela met her match in the ultimate bolognese battle?
Joe Wilkinson is an English comedian, actor, podcaster, screenwriter and star of the new Waitrose Christmas advert. Joe first came to prominence in the BBC Three show Him & Her before further acting roles in Derek, Miranda and After Life. He has also brought his impeccable comedy timing to shows including Russell Howard’s Good News, 8 Out
Professor Brian Cox, cider-steamed Dover sole & clams and a Saint-Aubin Premier Cru
Our first Professor, our first Dover sole... and our second Brian Cox.
Professor Brian Cox is a British physicist, broadcaster, writer and professor of particle physics. You will know Brian from his TV work on shows including Horizon, The Planets and Solar System alongside his BBC Radio 4 programme, The Infinite Monkey Cage. Brian, who was born in Oldham, joins us to blow Nick and Angela’s mind
Jamali Maddix, spiced whole chicken with herby rice, ice cream and a Grüner Veltliner
An episode packed with strong food opinions and another one-pot-wonder chicken dish.
Jamali Maddix is a British comedian, writer and presenter known for his honest and intelligent humour. Alongside regular appearances on shows including Never Mind the Buzzcocks, QI and 8 Out of 10 Cats, he’s also fronted a number of documentaries, including last year’s Follow The Leader for U&Dave. He’s with us
Vicky McClure, roast topside of beef with peppercorn gravy & aligot, and a bloody Mary
Angela’s first serving of aligot goes down very well with Nick and our brilliant guest.
Vicky McClure is a BAFTA-winning actor known for her incredible roles in Line of Duty as Kate Fleming and This is England as Lol Jenkins. She joins Nick and Ange to talk about the third series of Trigger Point, the thriller in which Vicky plays Lana, a bomb disposal expert (known as an expo), struggling with t
Mark Ronson, roast chicken with fennel, shallot & white bean stew and a dirty vodka martini
Our award winning duo meet a DJ and producer who knows a thing or two about acceptance speeches.
Mark Ronson is a BRIT, Golden Globe, Grammy and Oscar-winning British-American DJ, record producer, musician and songwriter. He has added ‘author’ to that list, too, with the release of his memoir, Night People, an account of becoming a DJ in ‘90s New York. The book is full of incredible stories and e
Suranne Jones, seared tuna with braised tomatoes & chickpeas and a crumble
We’re joined by a BAFTA winner for an easy-to-make, extra tasty dinner and a spoonful of dessert.
Suranne Jones’ acting credits are a must-watch list of shows including Doctor Foster, Vigil, Gentleman Jack and Coronation Street. Add to that list her new show, Frauds, a heist-driven thriller in which she stars alongside Jodie Whittaker.
On the menu for this episode is seared tuna with braised t
Mawaan Rizwan, pork & mushroom tantanmen and a vermouth cocktail
Nick and Angela welcome a performer whose surreal comedy has made him one of Britain’s most distinctive voices.
Mawaan Rizwan’s career has been anything but ordinary, taking him from clown school to the Edinburgh Fringe. He created and stars in the surreal BBC comedy Juice, which earned him a BAFTA, and now he joins Nick and Angela to talk about the show’s new series.
Mawaan likes a vermouth coc
Sir Grayson Perry, smashed cucumber and steak noodle salad and a beer
Nick and Angela welcome a new member to the ‘I Cycled to Dish’ club, as Sir Grayson Perry pedals his way to the Dish table.
Grayson is one of Britain’s most celebrated contemporary artists. A potter, writer, broadcaster and social commentator, he rose to fame in 2003 when he won the Turner Prize, becoming the first ceramicist to receive the honour. He joins Nick and Angela to talk about his new t
Graham Norton, lemon butter trout and a dirty vodka martini
Nick and Angela welcome the legendary chat show host who has been on the Dish dream guest list since the very beginning.
It only took eight seasons but we finally have Graham Norton at the Dish Table. The Irish comedian, broadcaster, writer and king of Friday night TV stops by to chat about his new podcast, Wanging On, which he co-hosts with Maria McErlane. The perfectly titled show sees Graham
Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, a roast spatchcock chicken and a Zibibbo Sicilia
We’re back for a new season and are celebrating with two huge stars, who take our Fast Food Quiz VERY seriously.
The long wait is over. Dish returns for Season 8 and Nick and Angela welcome two British actors who have conquered Hollywood. Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman join us to chat about their new film, The Roses (a reimagination of 1989’s War of The Roses) where they play a deeply dys
Sophie Turner, cheesy lemon spaghetti and a Pouilly-Vinzelles
Season 7 comes to a close with more sausage chat than we possibly expected.
Nick and Angela are joined by British actress Sophie Turner for our final episode of the season. Sophie's career began on the cult fantasy show Game of Thrones where she played the steely Sansa Stark. Sophie, who was cast in the show at the age of 13, played the character throughout its eight seasons and has credited the
Lou Sanders, creamy mushroom & pistachio tagliatelle and a Brunello
Nick and Ange are joined by a Last One Laughing star - and the Dish table sees its first proposal.
Lou Sanders is a comedian, writer and podcaster who has appeared on TV shows including QI, Dancing on Ice, Would I Lie to You, Live at the Apollo and Taskmaster, which she won in 2019. She joins us at the tail end of her latest stand-up tour, No Kissing in the Bingo Hall, and following her iconic ap
Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman, tomahawk steak and a Cabernet Sauvignon
Nick and Angela greet good friends who love to travel on two wheels.
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman bring their passion for adventure to Dish following the release of their latest TV show, Long Way Home. Their fourth motorcycle trip together sees them plot a path through 17 European countries on two vintage bikes. The Long Way series began in 2004 when the pair embarked on an epic route from L
Fearne Cotton, roast cauliflower with chicory salad and a fiery lime margarita
Nick and Angela welcome a brilliant broadcaster to our very own happy place.
Fearne Cotton is a TV and radio broadcaster and founder of the hugely successful Happy Place universe. Fearne, who grew up in Hillingdon, West London began her career at the age of 15 presenting kids TV show, The Disney Club. She went on to present shows including Diggit, The Saturday Show and The Xtra Factor, and cohos
Nick Frost, spicy barbecued lamb and a Shiraz
Angela and Nick welcome an actor who definitely knows his way around a kitchen.
Nick Frost is an actor, comedian and screenwriter and the first (and possibly only) participant in a Dish chop-off! Frost joins us after the release of his new film, How To Train Your Dragon, a live action remake of the hugely popular animated film series, based on Cressida Cowell’s books. The movie sees him star as t
Cynthia Erivo, roasted red pepper, aubergine, freekeh salad, and a Provence rosé
It’s all singing, dancing, chatting and eating at Dish this week.
Cynthia Erivo is a British actor, singer and songwriter, well known for her phenomenal vocals and performances on stage and screen. She comes to the Dish table to talk about her new album, I Forgive You; a 20-track record which tells her life story in four distinct parts and showcases the full range of her incredible voice. It’s re
CMAT, Pescado a la Veracruzana and a Provence Rosé
Dish welcomes an Irish singer-songwriter and champion of butter!
Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, known professionally as CMAT, is a highly engaging and thought provoking musician enjoying a career that goes from strength to strength.
She released her debut album, If My Wife New I’d Be Dead, in 2022 with its follow-up, Crazymad, for Me, arriving a year later and receiving a number of accolades, incl
Natalie Portman, broccoli tabbouleh and a Paloma
Nick and Angela are joined by an Oscar winner for a vegan feast.
Natalie Portman is an award-winning actor, director and activist who has been making films since her first role at the age of 12 in Léon: The Professional. In a highly acclaimed career, she has also starred in Closer, Jackie, Thor, Star Wars (Episodes I, II and III) and the 2010 film Black Swan, for which she won the Academy Award f
Neneh Cherry, tagliatelle with peas, courgette & burrata, and a Gavi
Angela and Nick welcome a music icon and major food lover to the table.
Neneh Karlsson, better known as Neneh Cherry, is a singer, songwriter, broadcaster and activist. Cherry arrives at Dish HQ to talk about the paperback release of her memoir A Thousand Threads which recounts her life story through vivid tales of family, art, friendship and food. The book has recently been nominated for the Wom
Dara Ó Briain, chicken karahi, profiteroles and a primitivo
Angela and Nick pull out all the stops for a quick-witted comedian.
Dara Ó Briain is an Irish comedian known for his incredible stand-up shows and TV-presenting prowess, including hosting BBC Two’s panel show Mock the Week, which ran for 17 years.
Held in sky-high esteem by the comedy world and its audience, Dara began working in children’s TV in 1994 after studying maths and theoretical physi
Alex Horne, meatballs in tomato sauce and a primitivo
Nick and Angela welcome a master of his craft to Dish.
Alex Horne is an English comedian, writer and creator of the award-winning and highly original game show Taskmaster, which he cohosts with Greg Davies.
Horne, born in Chichester, began his comedy career as a student doing routines at open mic nights in Cambridge before appearing at his first Edinburgh Fringe in 2000. It was at the Fringe t
Peter Serafinowicz, BLT pasta and a kombucha
This week’s Dish is packed with laughter as Angela and Nick are joined by a man of many talents.
Peter Serafinowicz is an actor, director, comedian and screenwriter who came to Dish armed with one of our longest ever list of food likes and dislikes. Serafinowicz, born in Liverpool, has made a big impression on TV viewers this year with his role as property developer Johannes in Amandaland. He’s a
JADE, roast lamb, chargrilled green vegetables and a Rioja
It’s the Dish Easter special and Nick and Angela are joined for dinner by JADE.
JADE is a singer/songwriter already making her mark as a solo artist. Born and raised in South Shields, JADE was part of the chart conquering girl group Little Mix, who were formed on The X Factor in 2011. Little Mix went on to release six studio albums and won a BRIT Award for British Group in 2021 before going on
Gregory Porter, ribeye steak with three sauces and a Cabernario
On Dish this week, Nick and Angela welcome a Grammy Award winning musician to the table.
Gregory Porter is a much-loved jazz and soul singer who lives in Bakersfield, California with his wife and two sons. Porter rose to prominence in 2013 with the release of his third album, Liquid Spirit, which achieved huge commercial success and saw him win his first of two Grammy Awards. More recently, Grego
Brian Cox and Nicole Ansari-Cox, roast trout with soy, orange & chilli and a frozen margarita
This week on Dish, Nick and Angela are joined by a powerhouse couple.
Brian Cox is a renowned Scottish actor whose career spans more than six decades. Born in Dundee, he was classically trained before becoming a key figure in British theatre. Brian Cox made history as the first actor to portray Dr Hannibal Lecter on screen in Michael Mann’s Manhunter in 1986. He went on to star in highly acclaime
Stacey Dooley, puttanesca puff tart and a Masi Campofiorin
Nick and Angela celebrate Mother’s Day this week on Dish.
Stacey Dooley MBE is an investigative journalist, TV presenter and author. Born in Luton, she first appeared on television in Blood, Sweat and T-Shirts, a documentary exploring the realities of fast fashion in India. Stacey’s curiosity and empathy prompted the BBC to commission Stacey Dooley Investigates, which began in 2009. In recogniti
Sue Perkins, Malaysian prawn laksa curry and an Albariño
Nick and Angela welcome one of their favourite comics to Dish HQ.
Broadcaster, comedian, writer and conductor Sue Perkins was born in South London. A Cambridge University graduate, Sue’s journey into comedy began when she joined the prestigious Footlights, where she met her friend Mel Giedroyc. The duo quickly made a name for themselves, hosting Channel 4’s Late Lunch and Light Lunch in the nin
Simone Ashley, fennel, potato & gruyère gratin with charcuterie and a negroni
Nick and Angela welcome a British actress to Dish HQ.
Born in London to South Indian parents, Simone Ashley packed her bags at 16 and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her dream to model and act. She landed her first big role in Sex Education in 2019, before becoming a global superstar as Kate Sharma in Bridgerton. Simone played Ariel’s sister in Disney’s The Little Mermaid in 2023 and, later this
Billy Porter, Greek chicken with orzo and a fiery lime margarita
Nick and Angela welcome a fashion icon to Dish HQ.
Born in Pennsylvania, Billy Porter was always destined for greatness. In 1992 he won the TV show Star Search, scooping the $100,000 prize ahead of a very young Britney Spears. He took his talent to Broadway and in 2013 won a Tony Award for his portrayal of Lola in Kinky Boots. In 2018, Billy played Pray Tell in the BBC2 series Pose, a role that e
Chris O’Dowd, sticky pulled pork and a pickled salad and a whisky
Nick and Angela welcome another Irish guest to Dish HQ.
Chris O'Dowd is an award-winning actor, writer and director. He was born in Boyle, County Roscommon, and studied politics at University College Dublin, later enrolling at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
Chris played Roy Trenneman in The IT Crowd on Channel 4, which helped him secure his Hollywood debut in Bridesmaids in 20
Keeley Hawes, slow-cooked beef rib ragù and a Primitivo
Nick and Angela welcome a highly anticipated guest to Dish HQ.
Keeley Hawes was born and raised in Central London. She won a scholarship to the Sylvia Young Theatre School and landed her first big job opposite Richard E. Grant in Dennis Potter’s Karaoke in 1996.
Today, Keeley Hawes is one of British television’s finest actors, with leading roles in the biggest shows of the last decade. Her per
Joanna Lumley, parsnip gnocchi with sage & garlic mushrooms and a Gavi
There is majesty in the air as Nick and Ange welcome TV royalty to Dish HQ.
Dame Joanna Lumley was born in India, she attended boarding school in the UK before beginning a career in modelling in the 1960s. She transitioned into acting with early roles in Coronation Street and The New Avengers before becoming a household name as Patsy Stone in Absolutely Fabulous—a role that earned her three Baf
Steve Coogan, potato, cheese & onion pie and a rhubarb & pear crumble
Nick and Angela welcome their first guest of series 7 to Dish HQ.
Legendary actor, comedian, writer and producer Steve Coogan was born in Lancashire. His career began on Spitting Image in the 80s, and he is most celebrated for his portrayal of the iconic Alan Partridge. He has earned critical acclaim for roles in Philomena, Stan & Ollie and The Reckoning, in which he played Jimmy Savile, and is b
The Dish Awards 2024 with Nick and Angela, a cheese board and a negroni sbagliato
On the inaugural Dish Awards, Nick and Angela celebrate their favourite guests, moments and recipes of the year.
Nick mixes a negroni sbagliato, while Angela assembles a delicious cheese board with No.1 French Blue D’Affinois cheese, No.1 Comté AOP, No.1 Cornish Quartz Extra Mature Cheddar Cheese, No.1 Nocellara Olives, Waitrose Pickled Cornichons & Onions, No.1 All Butter Aged Gouda Crispies, N
Tom Holland, Christmas dinner with all the trimmings
Nick and Angela continue their Christmas tradition and welcome a Hollywood star to Dish HQ.
Born and raised in South-West London, Tom Holland’s career began on the West End, when he won the part of Billy Elliot in 2008. He went on to star in the critically-acclaimed film, The Impossible with Naomi Watts in 2012. He is best known for his role as Spider-Man and his first foray into the Marvel Uni
Rob Brydon, rib eye steak with tarragon, parsley & garlic butter and a Barolo
In this festive episode of Dish, Nick and Angela are joined by the beloved Welsh actor, comedian and broadcaster, Rob Brydon MBE. Rob’s career began on radio before his BBC Two mockumentary Marion and Geoff put him on the TV map in 2000. Career highlights include his portrayal of Uncle Bryn in Gavin and Stacey, and The Trip with Steve Coogan, a sitcom that has now reached cult status. Rob has pres
Stephen Fry, one-pot cod with peppers, tomatoes & potatoes and a pinot noir
Nick and Angela welcome the legendary Stephen Fry, a true polymath whose career spans acting, writing, comedy, and broadcasting. From his early days at Cambridge with Hugh Laurie to his iconic roles in Blackadder and QI, Stephen has captivated audiences for decades. He is here to discuss Odyssey, the final book in his Greek mythology series.
Nick serves Stephen some gildas, and his favourite dr
