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Get ready for the ultimate Christmas cooking inspiration on this festive episode of the Good Food Podcast! Host Samuel Goldsmith is joined by Hang Fire BBQ’s Sam Evans and Shauna Guinn. The award-winning pitmasters, BBC hosts, and icons of the UK barbecue scene share their best holiday recipes, Christmas barbecue tips, and festive food stories. In this episode, Sam and Shauna dive into their journey from Cardiff students to celebrated restaurateurs, including their legendary American BBQ road trip, their unforgettable encounter with Dolly Parton, and the launch of Wales’ first Fire and Barbecue Festival. They reveal their go-to Christmas dinner ideas, from brined and smoked turkey to flavour-packed Southern sides, plus honest confessions about holiday kitchen disasters, guilty pleasures, and the Christmas dishes they love (and loathe!). Whether you're planning a Christmas barbecue, looking for festive entertaining ideas, or just want new holiday cooking inspiration, this episode serves up practical tips, heartwarming stories, and plenty of laughs. Tune in for Christmas recipes, barbecue techniques, and festive food ideas to make your holiday season unforgettable.Sam Evans and Shauna Guinn are fire chefs, street food pioneers, restaurateurs, cookbook authors, and TV presenters. They launched their BBQ brand Hang Fire in 2013 after a Southern US road trip, mastering American BBQ and Southern cuisine. Credited with kickstarting Wales’ street food and pop-up movement, they have won awards for sustainable, creative cooking and authored the international bestseller Hang Fire: Adventures in American BBQ. Stars of BBC’s Sam & Shauna’s Big Cookout, they now focus on teaching backyard BBQ, hosting festivals, creating bespoke events, recipe writing, and making regular TV and radio appearances.Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this festive episode, host Samuel Goldsmith welcomes Suzanne Mulholland, also known as The Batch Lady. Known for transforming family cooking with her batch cooking techniques, Suzanne shares insights from her new Channel 4 show, 'Batch from Scratch: The Batch Lady Saves Christmas.' Suzanne discusses her methods for preparing Christmas meals in advance to save time and reduce stress, offering tips and tricks for efficient kitchen management during the holidays. From make-ahead dishes to managing oven space, Suzanne's practical approach to holiday cooking ensures a joyful and relaxed Christmas celebration. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this festive episode of The Good Food Podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith welcomes the legendary Dame Mary Berry. Mary shares heartwarming stories from her childhood, insights into her 90th year, and the inspiration behind her new book, Mary 90: My Very Best Recipes. The conversation covers family traditions, memorable moments with celebrity friends, and practical tips for stress-free holiday cooking. Mary reveals her favourite Christmas dishes, confesses her culinary shortcuts, and offers timeless advice on food, family, and relationships. Whether you’re looking for recipe inspiration or a dose of Mary’s signature warmth and wisdom, this episode is a holiday treat you won’t want to miss. Dame Mary Berry is the nation's favourite baker and author of over 70 books, including the bestselling Mary Berry Cooks, Mary Berry's Absolute Favourites, Mary Berry At Home and Mary Berry's Baking Bible. She was the much-loved judge on the BBC's The Great British Bake Off and has been teaching the nation to cook for over four decades. Cordon Bleu trained in Paris, Mary began her career as a magazine cookery editor before publishing her first cookery book in 1966. Mary is also an AGA expert and taught AGA masterclasses for many years from her home with Lucy Young. In 2009 Mary was awarded the highly coveted Guild of Food Writers Lifetime Achievement Award and in 2012 she was made a CBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a festive special as he welcomes legendary chef Rick Stein to unwrap the magic of Christmas. In this heartwarming episode, Rick shares cherished family traditions from his Cotswolds childhood, reveals the inspiration behind his new book Rick Stein’s Christmas, and offers a peek into his own holiday table, complete with roast goose, Christmas Eve fish, and the secrets to perfect gravy. Discover how Rick blends British and German traditions, navigates family memories both joyful and bittersweet, and brings his signature warmth to every festive feast. From Boxing Day leftovers to sparkling Shiraz, and even a few culinary confessions, this episode is packed with stories, laughter, and practical tips for your own celebrations. Pour yourself something festive, grab a mince pie, and settle in for a delicious conversation that captures the true spirit of Christmas with one of Britain’s most beloved chefs.Rick Stein's passion for using good-quality local produce and his talent for creating delicious recipes in his books and restaurants have won him a host of awards, accolades and fans. As well as presenting a number of television series, he has published many best-selling cookery books, including French Odyssey, Coast to Coast, Far Eastern Odyssey, Rick Stein's Long Weekends and Rick Stein’s India. Rick has always believed in showcasing local seafood and farm produce in his four restaurants in Padstow, Cornwall, where he also has a cookery school, food shops and a pub in the nearby village of St Merryn. In 2018 Rick was awarded an CBE for services to the economy. He divides his time between Padstow, London and Australia, where he also has two seafood restaurants by the sea in Mollymook, and Port Stephens NSW. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Samuel Goldsmith on The Good Food Podcast as he welcomes celebrated cookery writer Skye McAlpine for a festive, food-filled conversation perfect for anyone looking for Christmas cooking inspiration and holiday hosting tips. Skye shares the stories behind her new book, The Christmas Companion, and reveals how she brings warmth, style, and a little magic to the holiday season. Discover Skye’s unique blend of Venetian and English Christmas traditions, her go-to holiday recipes, memorable kitchen “disasters,” and her smart approach to stress-free festive entertaining. From the secrets to a standout Christmas cake to the art of embracing easy festive shortcuts, Skye offers practical advice to elevate your celebrations without the overwhelm. Whether you're planning a cosy family Christmas, hosting a festive gathering, or simply searching for new holiday food ideas, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and plenty of seasonal cheer. Skye McAlpine is a cookery writer who believes that food tastes best when shared with others. She is the author of three other books, A Table in Venice, A Table for Friends and A Table Full of Love, writes a monthly column for The Sunday Times and has contributed to publications from around the world, including vogue.com, Vanity Fair, Corriere della Sera and Conde Naste Traveller. In 2021 she launched her own created range of homeware, Skye McAlpine TAVOLA. Skye divides her time between London and Venice with her husband, Anthony, and her two sons, Aeneas and Achille. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith as he sits down with bestselling cookbook author, cook, and food writer Alison Roman for an inspiring conversation about the art of simple, delicious home cooking. In this episode, Alison shares her journey from restaurant kitchens to food media stardom, discusses the philosophy behind her pantry-focused recipes, and reveals the stories that shaped her latest book, Something from Nothing. Discover Alison’s tips for making the most out of what you have, why she believes in the power of simplicity, and how her real-life experiences influence her approach to food. From favourite dishes and kitchen disasters to the evolution of food trends and the importance of authenticity, this episode is packed with insights, laughter, and practical advice for every home cook. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Alison’s work, you’ll walk away inspired to cook with confidence and creativity. Tune in for a candid, flavourful chat that celebrates the joy of good food.Alison Roman is the host of the Home Movies series on YouTube and author of the incredibly popular food newsletter appropriately titled, “A Newsletter”. Prior to that, she was a columnist for the New York Times Food section and a senior food editor at Bon Appétit. The author of Dining In, Nothing Fancy and Sweet Enough, Alison has worked professionally in kitchens such as New York's Momofuku Milk Bar and San Francisco's Quince. Originally from Los Angeles, she now lives in Brooklyn with her husband and their son. She has recently opened her own pantry store in Upstate New York called First Bloom. A long-time dream fully realised: a grocery store of her own and a physical manifestation of all her favourite pantry items, curated with love and care.Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith as he sits down with Brit Award-winning singer-songwriter KT Tunstall to celebrate 20 years since her hit "Suddenly I See" took the world by storm. In this lively episode, KT opens up about her passion for food, her journey with the keto diet, and how she cooks for herself while touring the globe. Discover her favourite dishes, culinary confessions, and the creative ways she balances a busy music career with healthy eating. Plus, hear behind-the-scenes stories from her life on the road, her love for Japanese and Italian cuisine, and the inspiration behind her latest album re-release. Tune in for a deliciously entertaining conversation packed with music, food, and plenty of laughs. KT Tunstall is a Scottish singer-songwriter and musician known for her dynamic vocals, inventive guitar work, and genre-spanning sound. She broke through in 2004 with the acclaimed album Eye to the Telescope, featuring hits like “Suddenly I See” and “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree.” Over the past two decades, she has released a series of successful albums, earned Grammy and Mercury Prize nominations, and built a reputation for powerful live performances. In recent years, Tunstall has explored thematic album trilogies, scored films, collaborated widely, and championed sustainability in the music industry, continuing to evolve as a thoughtful, adventurous artistSubscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Samin Nosrat, acclaimed author of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat and the new cookbook Good Things. In this episode, Samin opens up about her journey from the kitchens of Chez Panisse to becoming a beloved teacher and bestselling author. She shares the lessons she’s learned about trusting your senses, embracing imperfection, and finding joy in the everyday act of cooking. Samin reflects on the pressures of success, the personal challenges she’s faced, and how her Iranian heritage and family traditions have shaped her approach to food. From the importance of care and connection at the table to the value of letting go of perfectionism, Samin’s wisdom and warmth shine through every story. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this episode is a celebration of food, resilience, and the “good things” that bring us together. Tune in for laughter, honest insights, and a reminder that sometimes, being “good enough” is exactly what we need. Samin Nosrat is a cook, teacher and author of Sunday Times Book of the Year and New York Times bestseller Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat. She is co-host of the Home Cooking podcast, a former Eat columnist at The New York Times Magazine and host of the hugely popular Netflix original documentary series based on her book. She lives in Oakland, California. Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a vibrant conversation with chef, writer, and MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers as she shares her passion for Mexican cuisine, sustainable food, and the joy of home cooking. In this episode, Thomasina takes us behind the scenes of her latest book, Mexican Table and recounts her family’s adventure living in Mexico, exploring local markets, and rediscovering the flavours that first inspired her love affair with the country. Discover how Thomasina makes authentic Mexican food accessible to home cooks, her insights on the importance of good ingredients, and why sustainability matters in the kitchen. From kitchen tips and favourite dishes to the role of food in well-being and community, this episode is packed with inspiration for anyone who loves to cook, eat, and connect through food. Cook, writer and winner of MasterChef, Thomasina Miers has made cheese in Ireland, cheffed in Michelin-stared kitchens and, having travelled to Mexico in 1994, went to live there to research the cuisine. Fuelled by her love for Mexican food, she co-founded restaurant chain Wahaca in 2007, and in 2017 helped set up the charity Chefs in Schools. She was awarded an OBE in 2019 for her services to the food industry. Tommi has a regular column in the Guardian’s Feast and has written eight cookbooks. In 2024, Tommi went back to live in Mexico with her husband and three children, to introduce her children properly to the country she so loves.Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a deliciously candid conversation with Tom Parker Bowles, award-winning food writer, critic, broadcaster, and son of Queen Camilla. In this episode, Tom shares stories from his royal upbringing and reflects on how family, tradition, and travel have shaped his palate. From comfort food classics like cottage pie and roast chicken to culinary adventures across Thailand, Mexico, and beyond, Tom reveals the dishes closest to his heart and the memories behind them. He discusses the art of food writing, the joys and challenges of being a restaurant critic, and why he believes good food is all about happiness, community, and knowing where your ingredients come from. With humour and warmth, Tom opens up about his favourite guilty pleasures, the influence of royal banquets, and the importance of supporting local producers. Whether you’re a foodie, a fan of British culture, or just hungry for a great story, this episode serves up plenty to savour.Tom Parker Bowles has been an award-winning food writer for over twenty years and is the author of eight books on food (including the bestselling Fortnum & Mason cookbooks). He is the restaurant critic for The Mail on Sunday and is also a contributing editor for Esquire, Country Life, and Condé Nast Traveller, plus a regular judge on the BBC’s MasterChef. Tom is a godson of King Charles III, and his mother, Camilla, is Queen.Subscribers to the Good Food app via the App Store get the show ad-free, plus regular bonus content. Download the Good Food app to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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