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Matt & Olly's Secret Life of Food

Matt & Olly's Secret Life of Food

Joy Peddlers 2 Episodes Oct 21, 2026

Matt Tebbutt and Olly Smith are longtime friends who explore food and drink together. Each episode mixes cooking, beverages, travel stories and strong opinions. The hosts share laughs and personal anecdotes from more than 25 years of friendship. New episodes are released every Thursday. The show is sponsored by All Good Things Wines.

Episodes

Chillies, Gin & Food Trends We Secretly HATE!
Chillies, Gin & Food Trends We Secretly HATE! Oct 21, 2026 2389 Chillies, gin and an unexpected encounter with Sir Michael Caine! This week on Secret Life of Food, Matt Tebbutt & Olly Smith explore two of life’s great pleasures, uncovering fascinating history, surprising science and delicious recipes along the way. Matt shares his love of chillies, exploring how they made their way to British shores, why we love the sensation of pain, how chillies give us a
Goat Meat, Confusing Italian Wine & The Greatest TV Chef Ever?
Goat Meat, Confusing Italian Wine & The Greatest TV Chef Ever? Oct 14, 2026 2062 Who is the greatest TV chef of all time? 👨‍🍳 Matt Tebbutt & Olly Smith get stuck into the big questions in this week's Secret Life of Food! Plus, they explore why goat meat deserves a place on your menu, why Olly thinks it's his favourite meat, and the surprisingly confusing world of Montepulciano wine. 🍷 There's also a musical interlude or two, listener questions featuring brilliant ways to use
The Strange World of Spuds & Natural Wine! | Secret Life of Food
The Strange World of Spuds & Natural Wine! | Secret Life of Food Oct 7, 2026 2168 Matt Tebbutt & Olly Smith explore the strange world of spuds, from Jersey Royals and potato hotels to jacket potato vending machines. As always, they share some of their favourite recipes, including the best potato salads and Olly’s Mediterranean-inspired Jersey Royal dish. Then it’s time for natural wine. Olly gets stuck in, while Matt needs a little convincing that there’s more to natural win
Can Oysters Make You Frisky? + The Secret of Chartreuse!
Can Oysters Make You Frisky? + The Secret of Chartreuse! Sep 30, 2026 2589 This episode, Matt dives deep into the surprisingly strange world of oysters, while Olly invites us into one of the world’s most secretive and intriguing liquors: Chartreuse. Despite having experienced food poisoning numerous times, Matt still loves oysters! He shares everything there is to know about these fascinating molluscs, from their unusual biology to their long history as a much-loved f
Why Britain Loves Fish & Chips | The Bizarre History of Beer!
Why Britain Loves Fish & Chips | The Bizarre History of Beer! Sep 24, 2026 2413 Matt and Olly dive into two of Britain’s most beloved food and drink staples: beer-battered fish and chips, and, of course, beer! Matt explores the fascinating history of fish and chips, from Jewish immigration and the origins of fried fish to its role in wartime Britain and even the D-Day landings. And no plate of fish and chips is complete without the condiments! Matt shares his super-simple,
OUR FIRST EVER EPISODE! WAGYU, SAKE & STRONG OPINIONS | MATT TEBBUTT & OLLY SMITH
OUR FIRST EVER EPISODE! WAGYU, SAKE & STRONG OPINIONS | MATT TEBBUTT & OLLY SMITH Sep 17, 2026 2277 SECRET LIFE OF FOOD PODCAST IS HERE! 🍽️🥂   Matt Tebbutt and Olly Smith have been mates for over 25 years. In that time, they’ve eaten, drunk and tasted their way around the world, picking up plenty of stories, strong opinions and a few questionable food habits along the way.   The Secret Life of Food isn’t just two experts sitting around telling you what you should eat. It’s two ol
Matt Tebbutt & Olly Smith Have A Podcast! 🍽️ SECRET LIFE OF FOOD
Matt Tebbutt & Olly Smith Have A Podcast! 🍽️ SECRET LIFE OF FOOD Sep 14, 2026 69 Food, drink and plenty of stories. 🍽️🥂 TV favourites Matt Tebbutt (Food Unwrapped, Saturday Kitchen, MasterChef: The Professionals) and Olly Smith (Food We Love, Saturday Kitchen) have been mates for over 25 years, and now they’re bringing their passion for food and drink to a brand-new podcast. Expect fascinating stories behind the things we eat and drink, surprising insider knowledge, strong o

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