5 O'Clock Apron Preview: Broadcaster Amol Rajan cooks a Paneer Curry
Introducing 5 O'Clock Apron, the podcast where chef and food writer Claire Thomson invites you to join her as she steps out of her kitchen to discover what's cooking in the home kitchens of Britain and beyond. Claire is renowned for her authentic take on home cooking and loved for her inspirational and no nonsense approach to food and cookery. In this podcast, Claire is on a mission to discover and cook other people's favourite, tried and tested home recipes.
Enjoy this preview of an episode with Broadcaster Amol Rajan, recorded and filmed at Good Food HQ. Claire brings along some of her spice collection from home and Amol sets about teaching Claire his recipe for Paneer Curry and, apart from the stove top tripping a couple of times during the recording, the pair chop and chat like no tomorrow.
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Sami Tamimi on his Palestinian heritage and the food of his childhood
Join host Samuel Goldsmith in conversation with Sami Tamimi - chef, award-winning food writer, and co-founder of Ottolenghi - as he shares the inspiration behind his latest cookbook, Boustany, a love letter to Palestinian vegetables and home cooking. From his roots in Palestine to life in London and a pivotal year in Umbria, Sami reflects on how culture, memory, and simplicity shape his approach to food. We explore his creative process, the importance of seasonality, and the beauty of making vibrant dishes from everyday ingredients. He also dishes on kitchen confessions, his favourite recipes, and the ingredient he thinks is totally overrated. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just getting started, this episode offers practical tips, heartfelt stories, and a reminder of food’s power to connect us.
Sami Tamimi, born and raised in Jerusalem, began his culinary career as a commis-chef before becoming head chef at Lilith, a top Tel Aviv restaurant. He moved to London in 1997, leading Baker & Spice’s Middle Eastern kitchen, and co-founded Ottolenghi in 2002. Sami co-authored Ottolenghi: The Cookbook and Jerusalem, named one of the New York Times’ 25 most influential cookbooks. His third book, Falastin, co-written with Tara Wigley, won Fortnum & Mason’s 2021 Cookery Book of the Year. His bestselling works have sold over a million copies worldwide.
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Onion Kebap
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode
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Hasan Semay aka Big Has on soul searching and Turkish cuisine
In this episode, host Samuel Goldsmith interviews Hasan Semay (aka Big Has) renowned chef, YouTube creator of "Sunday Sessions," and Sunday Times bestselling cookbook author. Dive into Big Has’s culinary journey as he discusses Turkish cuisine, woodfire cooking, and the inspiration behind his latest cookbook Discover how Big Has blends authentic flavours with honest storytelling, and hear his insights on food, family, and the importance of mental health in the kitchen. This chef interview covers everything from his experiences on Jamie Oliver’s 15, to his favourite Turkish recipes, kitchen disasters, and the power of vulnerability in the culinary world.
Hasan Semay is a half Turkish Cypriot half British chef, YouTube and Instagram sensation, as well as a self-confessed “proper North Londoner”. Has was accepted onto the prestigious Jamie Oliver "15" programme in 2011 and his relaxed and informative approach to cooking without pretentiousness has won him legions of fans over on his YouTube platform, Sunday Sessions. His debut cookbook, Big Has: HOME is a Sunday Times Bestseller.
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Sussex Pond Pudding
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode
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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.
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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.
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