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Great British Menu is a reality TV series that premiered on BBC Two on April 10, 2006. It has 16 seasons and 548 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 21 Episode 29 "Banquet Special", aired on April 24, 2026.
Britain's top chefs compete for the chance to cook a four-course banquet for a high-profile figure.
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548 episodes · 16 seasons
Series 1
2006 · 1 episode · Last episode: 20 years ago
Chefs battle for the chance to serve lunch for the Queen's 80th birthday.
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2012 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 14 years ago
Some of the nation's greatest chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet.
Great British Menu Series 7 release dates →
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45. Banquet
This final programme follows the successful chefs in the run-up to the Olympic banquet as they prepare an outstanding four-course menu for a truly Olympian guest list.
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44. Dessert Final
It is desserts day, and the last chance for the competing chefs to impress. The judges reveal the winning four dishes which will make up 2012's Great British Menu.
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43. Mains Final
On day three, the chosen finalists cook their main courses, which will be tasted and scored by the Great British Menu judges and veteran judge Tom Kerridge.
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42. Fish Final
The winners of the regional heats cook their fish dishes, which will be tasted and scored by the Great British Menu judges and veteran judge Marcus Wareing.
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41. Starters Final
The winners of the regional heats cook their starters, which will be tasted and scored by the Great British Menu judges and veteran judge Richard Corrigan.
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40. South West Judging
It is decision time for judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton as the two remaining chefs from the South West region cook their entire menus. The judges are not easily pleased and only world-class cooking will do.
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39. South West Dessert
It's the chefs' final chance to impress, this time presenting their desserts. Dishes include elderflower and lemon tart with strawberry sorbet and meringues.
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38. South West Main
Chefs Paul Ainsworth, Nathan Outlaw and Simon Hulstone cook their main courses, but who will take gold? Great British Menu veteran Tom Kerridge scores the dishes.
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37. South West Fish
Chefs Paul Ainsworth, Nathan Outlaw and Simon Hulstone cook their fish course. Great British Menu veteran Tom Kerridge decides who goes through to the judges.
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36. South West Starter
Paul Ainsworth and Nathan Outlaw plus newcomer Simon Hulstone kick things off with their starters in a menu designed to capture the Olympic spirit.
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35. Wales Judging
It is decision time for the chefs from Wales. The two remaining chefs cook their entire menus for the Great British Menu judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton. The judges aren't easily pleased and only world class cooking will do.
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34. Wales Dessert
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Richard Davies, James Sommerin and Stephen Terry cook desserts including raspberry and lemon cheesecake.
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33. Wales Main
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Richard Davies, James Sommerin and Stephen Terry cook their main course, including slow-cooked rib of beef.
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32. Wales Fish
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Richard Davies, James Sommerin and Stephen Terry cook their fish course, including poached lobster.
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31. Wales Starter
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Richard Davies, James Sommerin and Stephen Terry kick things off with their starters, including quail ravioli.
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30. London and South East Judging
It is decision time for the chefs from the London and South East region. The two remaining chefs cook their entire menus for the Great British Menu judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton. The judges aren't easily pleased and only world class cooking will do.
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29. London and South East Dessert
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Phil Howard, Graham Garrett and Marcus McGuinness must impress with their desserts.
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28. London and South East Main
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Newcomers Phil Howard, Graham Garrett and Marcus McGuinness cook their main course.
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27. London and South East Fish
Chefs battle for the chance to cook a banquet at the Olympics. Newcomers Phil Howard, Graham Garrett and Marcus McGuinness cook their fish course.
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26. London and South East Starter
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Phil Howard, Graham Garrett and Marcus McGuinness kick things off with their starters.
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25. North West Judging
Chefs compete for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. The North West finalists go head to head as they prepare a lavish meal for judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton.
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24. North West Dessert
Returning contenders Johnnie Mountain and Aiden Byrne along with newcomer Simon Rogan compete for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. The dessert course is the final chance for the chefs to impress veteran Marcus Wareing as he decides who will go through to cook for the judges.
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23. North West Main
Returning contenders Johnnie Mountain and Aiden Byrne along with newcomer Simon Rogan compete for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. After the dramatic events of the fish course, how will the chefs react as they are challenged to cook their mains? Marcus Wareing judges the dishes.
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22. North West Fish
The competition heats up as chefs Johnnie Mountain, Aiden Byrne and Simon Rogan compete in the fish course. Marcus Wareing judges the dishes, with a shocking result.
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21. North West Starter
Chefs Johnnie Mountain, Aiden Byrne and Simon Rogan compete for the chance to cook at a glittering Olympic banquet. Marcus Wareing scores their starters.
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20. Northern Ireland Judging
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Here, Northern Ireland chefs cook their menus for judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton.
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19. Northern Ireland Dessert
Chefs battle to cook at an Olympic banquet. Northern Ireland's Chris Fearon, Chris Bell and Niall McKenna submit their desserts to judge Richard Corrigan.
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18. Northern Ireland Main
Chefs battle to cook at an Olympic banquet. Northern Ireland's Chris Fearon, Chris Bell and Niall McKenna submit their main course to judge Richard Corrigan.
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17. Northern Ireland Fish
Chefs battle to cook at an Olympic banquet. Northern Ireland's Chris Fearon, Chris Bell and Niall McKenna submit their fish course to judge Richard Corrigan.
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16. Northern Ireland Starter
Chefs battle to cook at an Olympic banquet. Northern Ireland's Chris Fearon, Chris Bell and Niall McKenna submit their starters to judge Richard Corrigan.
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15. North East Judging
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Here, two North East chefs cook their entire menus for judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton.
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14. North East Dessert
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. The North East chefs' desserts include Earl Grey and strawberry soufflé with gorse flower ice cream.
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13. North East Main
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Here, three North East chefs prepare their main courses, including Dexter beef and hay-smoked pig's head.
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12. North East Fish
FinaleChefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Here, three North East chefs prepare fish courses including marinated monkfish and mullet.
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11. North East Starter
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Here, three North East chefs prepare starters, including wild rabbit with carrot and Douglas fir needles.
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10. Central Judging
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. The two remaining Central chefs cook their entire menus for the Great British Menu judges.
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9. Central Dessert
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Aktar Islam, Daniel Clifford and Paul Foster cook their desserts for judge Glynn Purnell.
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8. Central Main
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Central candidates Aktar Islam, Daniel Clifford and Paul Foster cook their main courses for judge Glynn Purnell.
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7. Central Fish
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Central candidates Aktar Islam, Daniel Clifford and Paul Foster cook their fish course for judge Glynn Purnell.
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6. Central Starter
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Central chefs Aktar Islam, Daniel Clifford and Paul Foster cook their starters for judge Glynn Purnell.
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5. Scotland Judging
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. The two remaining chefs cook their entire menus for judges Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton.
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4. Scotland Dessert
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Alan Murchison, Colin Buchan and Mark Greenaway have a final chance to impress with their desserts.
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3. Scotland Main
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Scottish chefs Alan Murchison, Colin Buchan and Mark Greenaway hope their main courses will get top marks.
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2. Scotland Fish
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Scots Alan Murchison, Colin Buchan and Mark Greenaway cook their fish course, including crab and mackerel.
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1. Scotland Starter
Chefs battle for the chance to cook an Olympic banquet. Scottish chefs Alan Murchison, Colin Buchan and Mark Greenaway kick things off with their starters.
Series 8
2013 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 13 years ago
The nation's greatest chefs compete to cook at a special banquet for Comic Relief.
Great British Menu Series 8 release dates →
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45. The Banquet
FinaleIt is the climax of the competition as the winning chefs cook at the Comic Relief Banquet at the Royal Albert Hall. But it is not all plain sailing.
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44. Finals Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The chefs not only learn the top three desserts but also the winning menu.
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43. Finals Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Ade Edmondson tucks into the chefs' main courses to decide which will remain in contention.
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42. Finals Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Impressionist Ronni Ancona joins the judges as they taste the fish courses.
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41. Finals Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Patricia Hodge and the judges taste all eight winning regional starter courses.
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40. Wales Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The remaining chefs representing Wales must cook their entire menus for the judges.
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39. Wales Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. It is the final chance for the Welsh chefs to impress Jeremy Lee with their dessert dishes.
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38. Wales Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The Welsh chefs prepare their main course. Which one will get the top score from Jeremy Lee?
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37. Wales Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Luke Thomas hopes his quirky take on a classic fish finger will impress veteran Jeremy Lee.
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36. Wales Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The Welsh chefs raise the curtain with their starters.
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35. Central Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The chefs must cook their entire menus for the judges, including Jim Moir aka Vic Reeves.
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34. Central Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The chefs create their desserts, with one last chance to impress judge Marcus Wareing.
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33. Central Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. As they cook their main courses, Adil Ray joins the chefs for a fundraising adventure.
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32. Central Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three chefs try to impress veteran judge Marcus Wareing with their fish courses.
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31. Central Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. In central England, three culinary heavyweights return to the Great British Menu kitchen.
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30. Northern Ireland Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The two remaining Northern Ireland chefs must cook their menus for the judges.
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29. Northern Ireland Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Which desserts will help two chefs get through to their regional final?
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28. Northern Ireland Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three Northern Ireland chefs prepare their main course.
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27. Northern Ireland Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three Northern Ireland chefs cook their fish courses.
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26. Northern Ireland Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The curtain raises on the competition in Northern Ireland.
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25. South West Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The two remaining South West chefs must cook their entire menus for the judges.
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24. South West Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Which dessert will help get two chefs through to the Friday show?
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23. South West Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three South West chefs compete to get their main course to the top of the leader board.
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22. South West Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three South West chefs compete to get their fish course to top of the leader board.
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21. South West Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three South West chefs all want to top the leader board with their starter.
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20. North East Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The two remaining North East chefs must cook their entire menus for the judges.
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19. North East Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Which desserts will help get two North East chefs through to their regional final?
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18. North East Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The North East chefs cook their main course for judge Jason Atherton.
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17. North East Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three North East chefs hope to impress with their fish courses.
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16. North East Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The three North East chefs all want to top the leader board with their starter.
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15. North West Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The two remaining North West chefs must cook their entire menus for the judges.
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14. North West Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The North West chefs get a final chance to impress with their dessert.
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13. North West Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The North West chefs cook their main course.
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12. North West Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The North West chefs cook their fish courses.
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11. North West Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. The curtain raises on the competition in the North West.
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10. Scotland Judging
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Only one chef can make it through to the national finals to represent Scotland.
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9. Scotland Dessert
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Will the winning dessert be a comedy custard pie, a chocolate dessert or doughnuts?
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8. Scotland Main
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Will the winning main course be an African inspired goat tagine, a beef dish or a duck dish?
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7. Scotland Fish
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Will the winning fish dish be a traditional Scottish soup, a chowder or a no-cook mackerel?
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6. Scotland Starter
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet to celebrate 25 years of Red Nose Day. Will the winning starter be spiced ham, a warm chicken salad or a rabbit terrine?
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5. London and South East Judging
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a special banquet to celebrate 25 years of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Arabella Weir joins for the final round.
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4. London and South East Dessert
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a special banquet to celebrate 25 years of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Who will make the best dessert?
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3. London and South East Main
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a special banquet to celebrate 25 years of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Who will serve up the best main course?
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2. London and South East Fish
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a special banquet to celebrate 25 years of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Who will make the best fish course?
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1. London and South East Starter
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a special banquet to celebrate 25 years of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Who will make the best starter?
Series 9
2014 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 12 years ago
The nation's chefs compete to cook at a banquet marking the 70th anniversary of D-Day.
Great British Menu Series 9 release dates →
E45
45. Banquet
FinaleThe banquet arrives and the victorious four chefs put their finest dishes on a plate for those who served both on the front line and the home front during WWII.
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44. Finals Dessert
It is the last chance for the chefs to get their dish in contention for the final.
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43. Finals Main
There is a shock result for the chefs as their competitors' votes make all the difference.
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42. Finals Fish
It is finals week and victorious regional chefs must cook their fish course for the judges.
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41. Finals Starter
It is finals week and victorious regional chefs must cook their starters for the judges.
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40. Wales Judging
The two remaining Welsh chefs cook their dishes again for the panel of judges.
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39. Wales Dessert
The dessert course is the last chance for the Welsh chefs to impress before one of them is sent home.
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38. Wales Main
The Welsh chefs are all hoping to score highly with their very individual main courses.
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37. Wales Fish
The Welsh chefs - newcomer Andy Beaumont, military man David Kelman and returning contender Mary Ann Gilchrist - go head to head for the fish course. Ambitious Andy and determined David are hoping to steal a lead over Mary Ann. Will choosing to cook a fish she doesn't like to eat be her undoing?
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36. Wales Starter
Welsh chefs Mary Ann Gilchrist, David Kelman and Andy Beaumont join the competition.
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35. Scotland Judging
The two remaining Scottish chefs cook their dishes again for the panel of judges.
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34. Scotland Dessert
It is the dessert course and the Scottish chefs' fates hang in the balance as, at the end of today, one of them must be sent home. For Stevie McLaughlin, Jacqueline O'Donnell and Neil Rankin there is no room for error, as any mistake might cost them a place in the judges' chamber.
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33. Scotland Main
It's the main course for Scottish chefs Stevie McLaughlin, Jacqueline O'Donnell and Neil Rankin. With the scores close, the pressure is on for all three and they are each hoping to impress with unique and individual dishes. Which chef will receive the ultimate accolade from the veteran judge?
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32. Scotland Fish
The Scottish chefs, double-Michelin-starred Stevie McLaughlin, experienced Jacqueline O'Donnell and newcomer Neil Rankin fight it out for the fish course. Which chef will deliver with a dish which both hits the brief and tastes delicious too?
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31. Scotland Starter
Enter three newcomers to the competition, Stevie McLaughlin, Jacqueline O'Donnell and Neil Rankin.
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30. North East Judging
The two remaining north east chefs cook their dishes again for the panel of judges.
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29. North East Dessert
It is the north east chefs' last chance to impress as only two will get to cook for the judges.
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28. North East Main
Frances Atkins, Paul Welburn and Colin McGurran try to impress the veteran judge with their main courses.
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27. North East Fish
Three of the north east's superstar chefs hope to impress with their fish courses.
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26. North East Starter
Three of the north east's finest attempt to dazzle the mystery judge with their starters.
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25. London and South East Judging
The two remaining London and south east chefs cook their dishes again.
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24. London and South East Dessert
The London and south east chefs hope their desserts win them a place in the judges' chamber.
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23. London and South East Main
The London and south east chefs Adam Simmonds, Tom Sellers and Adam Byatt cook their main courses. At the crucial half way stage the chefs must do all they can to score highly to put them in pole position. Adam Simmonds is hoping that a trip to Churchill's War Cabinet will help him to victory.
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22. London and South East Fish
Three of London and the south east's superstar chefs hope to impress with their fish courses.
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21. London and South East Starter
Three of London and the south east's superstar chefs attempt to dazzle with their starters.
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20. Central Judging
The two remaining central region chefs cook their four courses again for the judges.
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19. Central Dessert
It is dessert day and the central chefs Aktar Islam, Mark Poyton and Jason Hodnett are all striving for one of two spots in the regional final. Will Jason's elaborate chocolate medal dessert see him triumph or sent home empty-handed?
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18. Central Main
The central region chefs Aktar Islam, Mark Poynton and Jason Hodnett cook their main courses for the veteran judge. With Mark and Aktar fighting for the lead, can Jason sneak under the radar to take them by surprise?
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17. Central Fish
Returning champion Aktar Islam, Daniel Clifford's protégé Mark Poynton and ambitious newcomer Jason Hodnett fight it out for fish course glory. After plating up late yesterday will Aktar manage to be on time today? And can Michelin-starred Mark stand the heat of the kitchen?
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16. Central Starter
The three central region chefs prepare a starter course for a surprise veteran judge.
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15. South West Judging
The two remaining south-west chefs cook their four courses again for the judges.
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14. South West Dessert
It is the dessert course and the south-west chefs' last chance to secure a place in the regional final. Two will make it through to cook their menus for the judges, but either Emily Watkins, Dominic Chapman or Josh Eggleton must leave the competition for good.
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13. South West Main
The south-west chefs Emily Watkins, Dominic Chapman and Josh Eggleton cook their main courses for the veteran judge. With the competition so tight, can one of them pull out in front before the deciding dessert course?
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12. South West Fish
The south-west chefs - returning contender Emily Watkins and Michelin-starred chefs Dominic Chapman and Josh Eggleton - do battle for the fish course. Dom has been inspired by his research trip to the scene of the D-Day landings, but will Emily's nerves get the better of her in the kitchen?
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11. South West Starter
Three of the south west's finest chefs fight it out with their starters.
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10. North West Judging
The two remaining north-west chefs cook their four courses again for the judges.
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9. North West Dessert
It is the north-west chefs' last chance to impress with their desserts, as one chef must leave the competition. The pressure is on for Mary Ellen McTague, James Durrant and Mark Ellis - any slip-up may cost them a place in the regional final.
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8. North West Main
It is main course day for north-west chefs Mary Ellen McTague, James Durrant and Mark Ellis. After a disastrous fish course, they are all desperate to impress the veteran judge. But who will redeem themselves?
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7. North West Fish
The north-west chefs - returning contender Mary Ellen McTague, Jason Atherton's protégé James Durrant and fellow newcomer Mark Ellis - go head to head for the fish course. Mary Ellen faces a frozen fish meltdown - will it leave her battered?
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6. North West Starter
The three chefs from north west attempt to impress with their starter courses.
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5. Northern Ireland Judging
The two remaining Northern Irish chefs cook their menus again for the judges.
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4. Northern Ireland Dessert
It's the Northern Ireland chefs' last chance to impress with their desserts.
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3. Northern Ireland Main
It's main course day for former finalist Raymond McArdle, Richard Corrigan's protégé Chris McGowan and young gun Will Brown. Ray is going all out to impress the veteran judge by cooking two separate dishes, but will he let the pressure get to him?
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2. Northern Ireland Fish
This time the Northern Ireland chefs, returning finalist Raymond McArdle, Richard Corrigan's protégé Chris McGowan and young gun Will Brown, fight it out for the fish course.
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1. Northern Ireland Starter
The nation's top chefs compete to cook at a banquet marking the 70th anniversary of D-Day. First up, the chefs from Northern Ireland create their starters.
Series 10
2015 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
Top chefs compete to cook at a glorious banquet marking the Centenary of the WI.
Great British Menu Series 10 release dates →
E45
45. Finals Week - Banquet
FinaleThe banquet is finally here. A series of disasters sets one chef well behind schedule so it is all hands on deck.
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44. Finals Week - Dessert
It's the last chance for the regional champions to get a dish in contention for the final banquet in the dessert course.
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43. Finals Week - Main
It's the halfway point in finals week, and those chefs who have yet to get a dish on the shortlist are feeling the heat.
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42. Finals Week - Fish
The chefs who did not make it onto the shortlist with their starters are hoping for perfection in the fish course.
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41. Finals Week - Starter
It's finals week and the remaining eight chefs plate up their starters in the hope of making it onto the judges' shortlist.
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40. Central Judging
The two remaining central region chefs cook their entire menus again for judges Prue Leith, Oliver Peyton and Matthew Fort. They are joined by former chair of the Women's Institute Helen Carey, who will help decide who will have the glory of representing the region in the national finals.
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39. Central Dessert
It's the last chance for the central region chefs to impress in the dessert course. Only two chefs can go through to cook for the judges, so with everything to play for, who will plate up perfection and who will be sent packing?
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38. Central Main
Jason is taking risks with his unusual collection of ingredients and Pip is hoping her risky approach to rabbit stew will delight.
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37. Central Fish
Newcomer Pip Lacey, fourth-time competitor Richard Bainbridge and returning chef Jason Hodnett fight it out in the fish course.
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36. Central Starter
Three of the central region's finest chefs - Pip Lacey, Richard Bainbridge and Jason Hodnett - attempt to impress this week's veteran judge with their starters. With big boots to fill, Angela Hartnett's protege Pip is the only newcomer in the kitchen. Will she beat the boys to claim victory?
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35. London South East Judging
The two remaining chefs are cooking all four courses again for the judges, including guest judge Mary Gwynn.
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34. London South East Dessert
It's dessert day and the London and south east England chefs are striving to secure one of the two spots in tomorrow's regional final. The scores are close, so it's all to play for as today marks the end of the competition for one man.
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33. London South East Main
Returning contender Matt is determined to bring home a 10 with his ambitious celebration of the billy goat in the main course.
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32. London South East Fish
Lee hopes to impress with a modern plate of mackerel and passion fruit in the fish course.
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31. London South East Starter
It's the starter course for three of London and the south east's hottest chefs - Matt Gillan, Lee Westcott and Marcus Wareing's protégé Mark Froydenlund. Returning contender Matt Gillan is determined to make it to this year's banquet, but he faces fierce competition in the two newcomers.
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30. North West Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their entire menus again for the judges, including a guest judge - food writer Sabrina Ghayour.
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29. North West Dessert
The chefs representing north west England have one last chance to impress with the dessert course. Only two can cook for the judges tomorrow. It's the end of the road for one chef, but who will it be?
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28. North West Main
It's the battle for the main course. Mark remains determined and focused on getting to the judges' chamber after failing in 2014.
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27. North West Fish
Eve and Matt are hoping their classic approach will win the fish course, whilst Mark is going for a fishy take on a dessert recipe.
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26. North West Starter
Representing the north west of England are Eve Townson, Matt Worswick and returning contender Mark Ellis. They begin with the starter course, and after failing to cook for the judges in 2014, Mark's out to redeem himself. But he faces stiff competition in executive chef Eve and young gun Matt.
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25. North East Judging
The two remaining chefs must cook all four courses again for the judges, including guest judge WI president Kirsty Bowen.
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24. North East Dessert
It's the north east England chefs' last chance to impress with the dessert course. It's been a week of highs and lows, modern audacious dishes and classic masterpieces, but with only two places up for grabs cooking for the judges, at the end of today who will leave the competition empty handed?
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23. North East Main
Three of north east England's most dynamic chefs - Mini Patel, Michael O'Hare and Tim Allen - go head to head cooking their main courses. Michelin-starred Tim is super keen to bag the first ten of the week, but Michael and Mini are hot on his heels.
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22. North East Fish
It's the fight for the fish course. After his risky starter caused a stir, Michael is planning another controversial dish.
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21. North East Starter
Three newcomers - Mini Patel, Michael O'Hare and Tim Allen - are going head to head for a chance to represent the north east England region in the national finals. It's a battle for the starter course, and the first chance to impress their formidable veteran chef.
E20
20. Northern Ireland Judging
Two remaining Northern Irish chefs cook the four courses again for the three judges, as well as guest judge Felicity Cloake.
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19. Northern Ireland Dessert
It's dessert day and the Northern Irish chefs are all striving for one of the two spots in the week's regional final. The pressure is intense, and in the end one chef must leave the competition empty-handed.
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18. Northern Ireland Main
Three of Northern Ireland's finest chefs go head to head as they battle for the main course.
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17. Northern Ireland Fish
Three of Northern Ireland's top chefs - Chris McGowan, Danni Barry and Ben Arnold - are cooking their fish courses. Ambitious Ben is determined to steal Chris's regional crown, but under fierce scrutiny from the week's formidable veteran, will the pressure to deliver spell meltdown?
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16. Northern Ireland Starter
Three of Northern Ireland's top chefs go head to head with their starter courses to impress the judges.
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15. Wales Judging
The two remaining Welsh chefs cook their four courses again for the judges, including guest and long-serving WI member Rosemary Bishton.
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14. Wales Dessert
It's the tricky dessert course, and the last chance for the Welsh chefs to secure their place in the regional final. With everything to play for, the pressure is fierce. Only two can make it through, and one will leave the competition for good.
E13
13. Wales Main
All three chefs pay homage to Welsh lamb in the battle for the best main course.
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12. Wales Fish
The three Welsh chefs - Stephen Gomes, Adam Bannister and Phil Carmichael - fight it out for the fish course.
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11. Wales Starter
To represent Wales, Stephen Gomes, Adam Bannister and Phil Carmichael are challenged to plate up perfect starter courses for a veteran judge. It's the first time in the Great British Menu kitchen for all three chefs, so who will triumph and who will fall?
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10. South West Judging
The two remaining south west chefs must cook their entire menus again for judges Prue Leith, Oliver Peyton and Matthew Fort.
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9. South West Dessert
The south west chefs have one last chance to impress as they face the dessert course. Only two chefs can go through to cook for the judges - with everything to play for, who will plate up perfection and who will be sent packing?
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8. South West Main
The culinary competition reaches a battle for the main course as the three south west chefs - Jude Kereama, Josh Eggleton and Dominic Chapman - go head to head.
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7. South West Fish
The three south west chefs - Jude Kereama, Josh Eggleton and Dominic Chapman - fight it out for the fish course.
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6. South West Starter
Three of the south west's finest chefs - Jude Kereama, Josh Eggleton and Dominic Chapman - attempt to impress a veteran judge with their starters. As the only newcomer in the kitchen, Jude is determined to plate up a winning dish, but he faces stiff competition in the two returners.
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5. Scotland Judging
The two remaining Scottish chefs cook their entire menus again for judges Prue Leith, Oliver Peyton and Matthew Fort.
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4. Scotland Dessert
It is the Scottish chefs' last chance to impress with the dessert course. Only two can progress to the next stage.
E3
3. Scotland Main
Jak O'Donnell, Jimmy Lee and Graham Campbell battle to plate up a perfect main course.
E2
2. Scotland Fish
Scottish chefs Jak O'Donnell, Jimmy Lee and Graham Campbell fight it out for the fish course.
E1
1. Scotland Starter
Three of Scotland's top chefs - Jak O'Donnell, Jimmy Lee and Graham Campbell - attempt to impress a veteran judge.
Series 11
2016 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 10 years ago
The nation's top chefs compete for the chance to cook at the Palace of Westminster.
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E45
45. Banquet
The winning chefs arrive at the Palace of Westminster to cook for the banquet of great Britons.
E44
44. Finals Dessert
It is the final day of the competition, and the last chance for the eight champions to get one of their dishes to the banquet.
E43
43. Finals Main
It is day three at the national finals and time for the main course - the one course every chef wants to cook at the banquet.
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42. Finals Fish
It is day two of the national finals, and the eight champions must cook their fish courses. The judges are joined by Tim Hayward.
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41. Finals Starter
It is day one of the national finals. Before cooking starts, the eight champions travel to the Southbank to get a sight of the prize.
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40. Northern Ireland Judging
The chefs cook for judges Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith, Matthew Fort and guest judge Amol Rajan.
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39. Northern Ireland Dessert
The chefs are tempering chocolate and working with sugar. One chef is heading for disaster after his cream splits.
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38. Northern Ireland Main
Chris McGowan feels the strain when trying to make his own venison sausages to serve with a venison rack.
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37. Northern Ireland Fish
The atmosphere in the kitchen gets even more competitive as the three chefs from Northern Ireland cook their fish courses.
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36. Northern Ireland Starter
Three top chefs from Northern Ireland get creative with pigs' heads, potatoes and reinventing the classic ploughman's.
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35. North East Judging
The chefs cook for Matthew Fort, Prue Leith and Oliver Peyton and guest judge John Williams MBE, executive head chef at The Ritz.
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34. North East Dessert
It is an emotional day for one of the chefs as he prepares a dish which is inspired by, and a tribute to, his late grandfather.
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33. North East Main
There has been a dramatic development ahead of the main course, and it is a tough day for the chefs as they react to the news.
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32. North East Fish
It is the fish course and two chefs, Tommy and Mini, have very similar ingredients - both are cooking mackerel.
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31. North East Starter
Mini Patel is back for a second attempt at the north east regional title, but he is competing against two young newcomers.
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30. London & South East Judging
In the the head to head, the two highest-scoring chefs from the London and south east region cook for Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith and Matthew Fort.
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29. London & South East Dessert
It is a highly emotional dish for chef Ronnie Murray as he prepares a dessert inspired by a very personal great Briton.
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28. London & South East Main
Mark Froydenlund is showcasing British veal to celebrate the determination of British producers to bounce back from disaster.
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27. London & South East Fish
Ronnie Murray takes a risk with one ingredient by serving it at three different temperatures - warm, deep fried and frozen.
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26. London & South East Starter
Three of the most exciting talents from London and the south east region are competing for a place in the national finals.
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25. Central Judging
The region's two highest scoring chefs cook for judges Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith and Matthew Fort and guest judge Enam Ali MBE.
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24. Central Dessert
Danny Gill is making a staggering eight elements for his imaginative dessert - even using a machine usually found in the fairground.
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23. Central Main
Two chefs are cooking venison. Danny Gill is making a venison wellington inspired by his dad, a former RAF chef.
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22. Central Fish
For the fish course, the chefs are using some of the UK's finest ingredients, including lobster, salmon and Cornish crab.
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21. Central Starter
Three newcomers vie to become regional champion. There is panic when the judge reveals that she does not like one chef's garnish.
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20. Wales Judging
The two highest scoring chefs from Wales cook for judges Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith and Matthew Fort, and guest judge Rosie Birkett.
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19. Wales Dessert
It is the dessert course and one chef will go home. There is upset for one chef when a last-minute error threatens his Eton mess.
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18. Wales Main
Returning chef Phil Carmichael is serving up his version of an OBE - a refined take on onions, bacon and egg.
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17. Wales Fish
Today is the fish course and newcomer Andrew Birch is confident - he is passionate about seafood. His dish celebrates the cockle.
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16. Wales Starter
Three of the finest chefs from Wales are competing to be crowned champion. Two chefs are back for a second time.
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15. North West Judging
The remaining north west chefs cook for judges Matthew Fort, Prue Leith and Oliver Peyton and guest judge Lady Claire MacDonald.
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14. North West Dessert
The three north west competitors are getting highly creative producing some of the most original and stunning desserts.
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13. North West Main
It is the main course of the north west regional heat and the scores mean this is a crucial round.
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12. North West Fish
It is the fish course and reigning north west champion Matt Worswick has reason to be confident.
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11. North West Starter
Two newcomers to the competition are challenging reigning north west champion Matt Worswick.
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10. South West Judging
The region's top two chefs cook for judges Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith and Matthew Fort and guest judge Grace Dent.
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9. South West Dessert
Today is the dessert course and Josh creates his own self-serve ice cream made from vegetables.
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8. South West Main
It is the main course and chef Chris is out to show just how theatrical he can be. His ideas surprise everyone in the kitchen.
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7. South West Fish
Returning chef Josh Eggleton is hoping to impress with an original take on bolognese, one of six elements in his complex fish dish.
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6. South West Starter
Today, it is the starter course of the south west regional heat. Chef Josh Eggleton is back for a third time.
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5. Scotland Judging
It is the head to head. Scotland's two highest-scoring chefs cook for judges Oliver Peyton, Prue Leith and Matthew Fort.
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4. Scotland Dessert
FinaleOne chef will go home and the veteran judge finds himself with a very difficult decision to make.
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3. Scotland Main
Three of Scotland's finest chefs compete. Ally McGrath has been keeping the veteran judge entertained with his very individual approach.
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2. Scotland Fish
Three chefs create fish dishes in a bid to be crowned Scottish champion. The standard is so high, the veteran judge is moved to tears.
E1
1. Scotland Starter
Three top chefs from Scotland, all competition newcomers, aim to impress this week's veteran judge and be crowned Scottish champion.
Series 12
2017 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 9 years ago
The nation's top chefs compete for the chance to cook a banquet celebrating Wimbledon.
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E45
45. Banquet
FinaleThe winning chefs cook their dishes at the incredible Taste of Summer banquet. From Tim Henman to Judy Murray, the guests are all expecting perfection.
E44
44. Final Dessert
With three completely new desserts in contention, whose dish will triumph? The judges are joined by guest judge Annabel Croft, former British number one in tennis.
E43
43. Final Main
It is main course day and competition is fierce. The judges are joined by guest judge Gordon Reid, winner of the first ever men's singles wheelchair event at Wimbledon.
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42. Final Fish
The chefs cook their fish courses but with some exceptionally high scoring dishes in the heats, each chef must deliver perfection. The judges are joined by Tim Henman.
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41. Final Starter
The winning regional chefs battle it out for a spot on the banquet menu. Andi Oliver takes the chefs to Wimbledon to see where they could be cooking if they win.
E40
40. Northern Ireland Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their four courses for Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and guest judge Mansour Bahrami, tennis's greatest entertainer.
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39. Northern Ireland Dessert
Both Eddie Attwell and Tommy Heaney attempt desserts featuring chocolate tennis balls, while Joery Castel cooks poffertjes, a traditional Dutch pancake.
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38. Northern Ireland Main
Eddie Attwell is taking a risk with an unusual meat - water buffalo. But will the picnic-style dish be up to standards?
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37. Northern Ireland Fish
Tommy hopes his Murray Mound is a fitting tribute to Andy Murray's apparent love of sushi. Eddie creates five strawberry elements to accompany his scallops.
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36. Northern Ireland Starter
The chefs from Northern Ireland battle it out. Joery Castel creates a tribute to Richard Krajicek, the only Dutchman to win the Men's Singles title.
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35. Central Judging
The two chefs who have made it through cook their four courses again, attempting to impress judges Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and guest judge Jordanne Whiley, Britain's most successful wheelchair tennis player.
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34. Central Dessert
Central desserts are pineapple dishes, in reference to the pineapple on the top of the Wimbledon men's singles trophy, and a celebration of summer nostalgia.
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33. Central Main
Ryan Simpson hopes to elevate a ploughman's lunch into a gourmet affair, Pip Lacey pays tribute to an unusual Wimbledon icon, while Nick Deverell-Smith looks to celebrate a meat which he thinks is underused - venison.
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32. Central Fish
The Central fish dishes feature a tribute to Wimbledon strawberries and cream using strawberries and lobster. Another chef uses crab to make a savoury cream tea.
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31. Central Starter
Pip Lacey's starter is a humorous take on the unpredictable British weather and features an unusual presentation. Ryan Simpson's dish represents an allotment complete with soil, while Nick Deverell-Smith's creation is a tribute to the precision cutting of Wimbledon's grass.
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30. Wales Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two winning chefs cook their menus for Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and Dan Bloxham, Wimbledon's Master of Ceremonies.
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29. Wales Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Phil Carmichael creates a tennis ball dessert that combines two British classics - Eton mess and trifle.
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28. Wales Main
Creative culinary competition. For the main course, all three chefs are cooking Welsh lamb in the hope of impressing this week's veteran judge.
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27. Wales Fish
Creative culinary competition. Phil and Nick are both preparing dishes using mackerel. Nick hopes his elegant mackerel with nectarine will have the edge.
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26. Wales Starter
Creative culinary competition. In the Wales regional heat, returning chef Phil is under pressure to impress as he is competing against his former head chef Paul.
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25. Scotland Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two remaining chefs cook their menus for Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and Gary Parsons, Wimbledon's executive chef.
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24. Scotland Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Ally McGrath starts the round with confidence, but a series of errors leave him worried about completing it on time.
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23. Scotland Main
Creative culinary competition. Michael Bremner is taking a huge risk, using ox tongue as the centrepiece of his main.
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22. Scotland Fish
Creative culinary competition. Ally McGrath, chef proprietor at Osso in Peebles, creates an inventive dish based on summer memories of rock pooling in the River Tweed.
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21. Scotland Starter
Creative culinary competition. In the Scottish regional heats, returning chefs Michael Bremner and Ally McGrath battle ambitious newcomer Angela Malik.
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20. North East Judging
Creative culinary competition. The top two chefs cook their Taste of Summer menus for judges Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and guest judge Judy Murray.
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19. North East Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Inspired by his summers spent on his family's Yorkshire farm, Tommy is cooking a dessert flavoured with hay.
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18. North East Main
Creative culinary competition. Danny Parker is trying to recreate the flavours of an American barbecue but the veteran chef is dubious about one of his ingredients.
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17. North East Fish
Creative culinary competition. Josh Overington creates a decadent fish stew, comprising champagne, lobster, scallops and truffles.
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16. North East Starter
Creative culinary competition. In the north east heats, returning banquet champion Tommy Banks takes on two ambitious newcomers, Danny Parker and Josh Overington.
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15. North West Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two chefs cook their taste of summer menus again for judges Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and guest Greg Rusedski.
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14. North West Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Ellis's dish is inspired by strawberries, and Tom hopes to beat the other chefs with a savoury and sweet bilberry dish.
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13. North West Main
Creative culinary competition. Paul serves a personal main course based on his mother's favourite food, and Ellis surprises with a dish that honours Fred Perry.
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12. North West Fish
Creative culinary competition. In the fish course, Ellis tries to create the flavour of a summer barbecue without using one and Tom and Paul both use luxury fish.
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11. North West Starter
Creative culinary competition. This week is the north west regional heats and three ambitious newcomers are competing to win a place in the national finals.
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10. South West Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two remaining chefs try to impress Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and guest judge Marion Regan.
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9. South West Dessert
Creative culinary competition. The chefs honour Wimbledon with their challenging strawberry desserts but only two will make it through to the regional final.
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8. South West Main
Creative culinary competition. For the main course, a refined summer barbecue goes up against a traditional Cornish speciality and a historic Wimbledon recipe.
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7. South West Fish
Creative culinary competition. Tom, head chef at Outlaw's at The Capital in Knightsbridge, is hoping to elevate the humble mackerel to banquet standards.
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6. South West Starter
Creative culinary competition. In the south west heats, two ambitious newcomers, Tom Brown and Andy Clatworthy, take on returning chef Dominic Chapman.
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5. London and South East Judging
Creative culinary competition. The remaining chefs cook their entire taste of summer menus for Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and Leon Smith.
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4. London and South East Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Dessert is the last chance for the chefs to secure a place cooking for the judges and the pressure is rising.
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3. London and South East Main
Creative culinary competition. It's a smoke-filled kitchen as the chefs prepare their summer-themed mains in the hope of impressing the veteran judge.
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2. London and South East Fish
Creative culinary competition. One chef shocks when he pairs his fish dish with some unusual flavours - white chocolate and strawberry.
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1. London and South East Starter
Creative culinary competition. Three chefs from London and south east England meet their surprise veteran judge and cook summery starters.
Series 13
2018 · 45 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago
Top chefs compete for the chance to cook at an incredible four-course banquet.
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E45
45. Banquet
FinaleCulinary competition. In the grand finale, the winning chefs cook their dishes at a banquet for the heroes of the NHS, and one chef is crowned Champion of Champions.
E44
44. Finals - Dessert
Culinary competition. The fourth and final spot on the banquet menu is awarded and there is a surprising announcement for the chefs who have made it through.
E43
43. Finals - Main
The chefs serve up venison, rabbit, duck, beef, lamb and pork for scrutiny. The guest judge is Tom Lynch MBE, a former BMX world champion turned healthcare hero.
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42. Finals - Fish
Culinary competition. The chefs cook their fish courses and everyone is desperate to deliver perfection. The guest judge is Chris Ogden, a pioneer of robotic surgery.
E41
41. Finals - Starter
Culinary competition. The finalists cook their starters for the judges, including guest judge Dr Rangan Chatterjee. Who will win the first spot on the final banquet menu?
E40
40. Northern Ireland - Judging
Culinary competition. The judges are joined by Shehan Hettiaratchy, a trauma surgeon who helped treat victims of the Grenfell Tower fire.
E39
39. Northern Ireland - Dessert
Culinary competition. It is the dessert course and the final chance for the chefs to impress. Which two will make it through to the regional final?
E38
38. Northern Ireland - Main
Culinary competition. It is the battle of beef with each chef using the same meat in their creations. Tommy also meets the first baby ever born on the NHS.
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37. Northern Ireland - Fish
Culinary competition. Shauna takes inspiration from a personal connection with a tribute to staff from a facility in her hometown of Londonderry.
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36. Northern Ireland - Starter
Culinary competition. Three chefs battle to represent Northern Ireland. James Devine hopes to transform tea and toast into a banquet-worthy feast.
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35. North West - Judging
Penultimate regional final of the culinary competition. The judges are joined by Dr Jake Dunning MBE, recognised for his work during the west Africa Ebola epidemic.
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34. North West - Dessert
Culinary competition. It is the last chance for the north west chefs to impress. Ellis's dish is dedicated to the staff who saved his brother's life.
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33. North West - Main
Creative culinary competition. Liam meets his personal hero, Nola Ishmael OBE, who became the UK's first ever black director of nursing.
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32. North West - Fish
Culinary competition. It is the fish course and the chefs are gunning for tens. Craig pays tribute to a friend who revolutionised hospital food in Morecambe Bay.
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31. North West - Starter
Culinary competition. Three chefs bid to represent the north west. Ellis pays tribute to the founder of the NHS with his re-imagining of a Welsh breakfast.
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30. South West - Judging
Culinary competition. The judges are joined by Barbara Childs, a matron at Great Ormond Street Hospital, who isn't afraid to speak her mind in the chamber.
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29. South West - Dessert
Culinary competition. With just one more chance to impress the veteran judge, the chefs are all hoping to use their pastry skills to deliver complex desserts.
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28. South West - Main
Culinary competition. It is the main course and Olivia is hoping her unusual cuts of beef will score top points. Olivia also visits her local children's hospital.
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27. South West - Fish
Culinary competition. Tom renowned cooks his take on a classic British fish supper in tribute to a charity which looks after the health of local fishermen.
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26. South West - Starter
Culinary competition. Chefs from the south west meet their veteran judge and cook celebratory starters. Jude creates a playful savoury jelly and ice cream.
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25. Wales - Judging
Culinary competition. The two remaining chefs cook for the judges, including Aneira Thomas, the first baby born on the NHS. Who will win a place in the finals?
E24
24. Wales - Dessert
Creative culinary competition. It is the dessert course and the last opportunity for the chefs to impress. Which two will make it through to the judging chamber?
E23
23. Wales - Main
Creative culinary competition. All three main dishes pay tribute to the founder of the NHS Aneurin Bevan. Jason's For the Rich and the Poor showcases lamb.
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22. Wales - Fish
After the starter results, the chefs return to the kitchen hoping for high scores with their fish dishes. Chris once again is using ingredients he has foraged from around his restaurant, while Jason hopes to impress with a spicy scallop dish and Andrew prepares a cod dish with 11 different elements.
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21. Wales - Starter
Culinary competition. This week sees three chefs representing Wales compete. Andrew honours NHS staff with his innovative take on a traditional healing recipe.
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20. Central Judging
Culinary competition. The two chefs cook for the judges, including Dan Smith, a paramedic who was one of the first at the scene of the Manchester Arena bombing.
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19. Central Dessert
Culinary competition. With one dish left to impress, Marianne looks to raise a smile with her 'carry on' themed dessert, complete with surprise presentation.
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18. Central Main
The chefs cook their mains and following yesterday's results, tension is high. Both Marianne and Ryan cook muntjac in the hope of impressing the veteran judge, while Sabrina does an ambitious technical take on a family feast. Once again, there is high drama in the kitchen.
E17
17. Central Fish
Creative culinary competition. In the fish course, Marianne pays tribute to the 'angels' in her local hospital who looked after her during a recent illness.
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16. Central Starter
Culinary competition. Three chefs compete in the heat for the central region. Ryan hopes his inventive brown sauce ice cream and pork cheek donuts will impress.
E15
15. Scotland - Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two remaining chefs cook for Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver, Matthew Fort and guest judge Dr Sara Kayat, a GP and media figure.
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14. Scotland - Dessert
Creative culinary competition. Lorna cooks a personal tribute to the NHS staff who have cared for her during treatment for a rare blood condition.
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13. Scotland - Main
Creative culinary competition. It is main course day and the heat is on. Ross aims to impress with a tribute to Alexander Fleming featuring an unusual yeast element.
E12
12. Scotland - Fish
Culinary competition. The chefs are out to impress with the fish dish. Ben sets himself a mammoth task with a dish featuring an unusual array of ingredients.
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11. Scotland - Starter
Creative culinary competition. Three newcomers are vying to be crowned champion of Scotland. Lorna is fusing Scottish produce with unusual Japanese flavours.
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10. London and South East - Judging
Culinary competition. The remaining chefs cook for Matthew Fort, Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver and guest Jenny Turner, Britain's longest-serving nurse.
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9. London and South East - Dessert
Creative culinary competition. It is the last chance for the chefs to secure a place cooking for the judges. Selin puts a twist on tea and toast.
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8. London and South East - Main
Creative culinary competition. Selin serves a duck dish using ingredients from around the world to honour 'Our Global NHS'.
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7. London and South East - Fish
Creative culinary competition. In the fish course, Scott elevates a classic fish pie, dedicated to his mum who worked in the NHS for 23 years.
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6. London and South East - Starter
Creative culinary competition. One chef serves a deeply personal mushroom dish, dedicated to the NHS staff who cared for his late mother.
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5. North East - Judging
Creative culinary competition. The two remaining chefs cook their 'Feast to Say Thank You' menus for Oliver Peyton, Matthew Fort, Andi Oliver and Anne Weaver.
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4. North East - Dessert
Creative culinary competition. One chef hopes to transform a childhood comfort classic into a show-stopping dessert.
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3. North East - Main
Creative culinary competition. One chef dedicates his dish to the air ambulance staff who saved the life of his fiance.
E2
2. North East - Fish
Creative culinary competition. One chef hopes his dish will be a fitting tribute to his mum, who has worked as a chiropodist for the NHS for 25 years.
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1. North East - Starter
Creative culinary competition. One chef hopes his offal starter will be a fitting tribute to the NHS's life-saving organ donation scheme.
Series 14
2019 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago
Top chefs compete for the chance to cook at an incredible four-course banquet.
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E29
29. The Finals: Banquet
FinaleThis year’s Great British Menu comes to a climax with a star-studded banquet celebrating Britain’s success in pop music at Abbey Road Studios.
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28. The Finals: Dessert
Each chef needs to cook a dessert to impress guest judge Peter Hook – Joy Division and New Order bassist. With one place left on the banquet menu, the chefs pull out all the stops.
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27. The Finals: Main Course
The regional champions compete to get their main courses onto the menu of the banquet at Abbey Road Studios. They are cooking for guest judge, former Wham! star Andrew Ridgeley.
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26. The Finals: Fish Course
Some of the finest chefs in the UK compete to cook a fish course worthy of serving at a banquet. The rivals need to impress guest judge Kanya King, the founder of the MOBO awards.
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25. The Finals: Starter
In the first challenge of finals week, the eight chefs battle to get their starter course to the banquet and cook up dishes dedicated to everything from Tom Jones to grime.
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24. Northern Ireland Judging
The two remaining chefs from Northern Ireland recreate their four-course menu for the esteemed judges - Matthew Fort, Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver and guest judge Loyle Carner.
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23. Northern Ireland Main and Dessert
Alex’s dish commemorates his late brother and the song by Northern Ireland artist Donna Taggart that he associates with the difficult time of his death.
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22. Northern Ireland Starter and Fish
This week it is the heat for the Northern Ireland region. Chris’s dish is his refined take on the post-gig junk food he ate after nights out at Brixton Academy.
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21. Wales: Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their four-course menus for the judges - Matthew Fort, Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver and guest judge JB Gill.
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20. Wales: Main and Dessert
Cindy’s beef main course, called Spice up Your Life, involves a risky combination of wasabi and horseradish that she is hoping will set her apart from the other two chefs.
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19. Wales: Starter and Fish Courses
In the Welsh heats, two chefs cook lamb starters entitled Green, Green, Grass of Home.
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18. South West – Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their four-course menus for judges Matthew Fort, Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver and guest judge Rev Richard Coles.
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17. South West – Mains and Dessert
Emily’s David Bowie-inspired dish celebrates Britain’s food heroes and she is using Cornish duck meat from her local producer.
E16
16. South West – Starter and Fish
This week it is the heats for the south west. For starters Joe goes out on a limb with his Beatles-inspired dish My Octopus’s Garden – an unorthodox pairing of seafood and cheese.
E15
15. Scotland: Judging
The two remaining Scottish chefs cook their four courses again for Matthew Fort, Oliver Peyton, Andi Oliver and celebrity guest judge Keisha Buchanan.
E14
14. Scotland: Main and Dessert
The chefs cook their mains and desserts. Lorna is confident her lamb dish With A Little Help From My Friends, dedicated to supportive friends, is a dish fit for the banquet.
E13
13. Scotland: Starter and Fish Courses
Three of Scotland’s finest chefs do battle. Gordon's dish, Fleetwood Mackerel, is a risky combination of raw mackerel and porridge.
E12
12. North West Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their dishes head to head for a panel of expert judges, including multi-million selling singer-songwriter Amy MacDonald.
E11
11. North West Main and Dessert
The chefs cook their all-important main courses. Michelin-starred newcomer Hrishikesh Desai is pushing himself to the limit with a complex multi-part venison dish.
E10
10. North West Starter and Fish
The chefs begin cook their starters for a surprise veteran chef. Liam’s dish Banging Beets takes inspiration from Liverpool’s legendary Cream nightclub.
E9
9. Central Judging
The two remaining chefs cook their four-course menus again. But will they take on board their veteran’s advice as they serve their tributes to Britain’s music success?
E8
8. Central Main and Dessert
The chefs are halfway through their heat. Sabrina Gidda is taking inspiration from her grandad’s collection of old 45s for her main of pork wellington and Black Country faggots.
E7
7. Central Starter and Fish Courses
Two returnees and a newcomer face off in the central heats. Newcomer Kray brings an urban edge to proceedings with a starter inspired by grime music called Fire in the Booth.
E6
6. North East: Judging
Today the two remaining north east chefs must cook their four-course menus again. But will they take on board their veteran’s feedback?
E5
5. North East: Main and Dessert
The chefs serve up their main courses and desserts. Mike is confident his northern dish Rack 'n' Roll has the edge to help him claim the top spot.
E4
4. North East: Starter and Fish Courses
Three chefs new to the competition compete this week in the north east heats. Samira is taking her motivation from Elton John’s The Circle of Life and the versatile tomato.
E3
3. London and South East - Judging
The two remaining London chefs must cook their four-course menus again for the judges, including guest judge legendary bassist Gary “Mani” Mounfield.
E2
2. London and South East - Main and Dessert Courses
The chefs are halfway through their heat and the pressure is mounting. Luke has plenty to do to get his duck dish Spice, inspired by his favourite girl band, ready in time.
E1
1. London and South East - Starter and Fish Courses
In the first heat, Ben Marks’s dish takes inspiration from The Beatles track Glass Onion, while Paul Walsh opts for a delicate fish and fregola dish inspired by The Kinks.
Series 15
2020 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago
The nation's top chefs compete for the chance to cook at an incredible banquet.
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E29
29. Banquet
FinaleAfter months of hard-fought competition, it is time for the Great British Menu banquet. The winning chefs cook their courses in celebration of nearly 200 years of British children’s literature.
E28
28. Finals - Dessert
The dessert course is the last chance for the finalists to win a place at tomorrow night’s banquet celebrating children’s literature. Radio1 DJ and author Greg James is a guest judge.
E27
27. Finals - Main
Bestselling writer Anthony Horowitz helps choose the winner for the main course final, while a Harry Potter actor pops into the kitchen to taste a real life Hogwarts’s feast.
E26
26. Finals - Fish
Bestselling author Malorie Blackman helps choose the winning fish dish for a banquet celebrating children’s literature. In a tight contest, just one point makes the difference.
E25
25. Finals - Starter
Eight finalists from across the UK compete to have their starter chosen for the banquet celebrating children’s literature. Children’s Laureate Cressida Cowell helps decide the winner.
E24
24. North East - Judging
Bestselling children’s author Dame Jacqueline Wilson helps decide which chef should make it through to the next round.
E23
23. North East - Main & Dessert
The remaining chefs cook mains and desserts including two Skellig-inspired dishes and a Horrible Histories feast.
E22
22. North East - Starter & Fish Courses
Four chefs from Yorkshire and County Durham compete for the north east region, with a homage to The Railway Children and a fish dish inspired by Flat Stanley.
E21
21. Wales - Judging
Two top chefs from Wales go head to head and cook their menus. Filch from the Harry Potter films - actor David Bradley - is the guest judge and helps decide the winner.
E20
20. Wales - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook mains and desserts, including Y Draig Goch, inspired by the legend of the Welsh red dragon, and a Willy Wonka golden egg dessert.
E19
19. Wales - Starter & Fish
The nation's top chefs compete.
E18
18. South West - Judging
Two top chefs from the south west of England go head to head and cook their six-course menus. Actress, comedian and children’s book author Nina Wadia is the guest judge and helps decide the winner.
E17
17. South West - Main & Dessert Courses
The three chefs are halfway through their heat and the pressure is mounting. One of the chefs unexpectedly leaves the competition and Richard and Susan invite the eliminated chef back.
E16
16. South West - Starter & Fish
Four chefs from the south west of England compete, with dishes inspired by The Wind in the Willows, Enid Blyton and Jeremy Fisher. Veteran Richard Corrigan sends one chef home.
E15
15. North West - Judging
Two top chefs from the north west of England go head to head and cook their six-course menus. Julia Donaldson, best-selling author of The Gruffalo, is guest judge and helps decide the winner.
E14
14. North West - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook mains and desserts, including a Beatrix Potter extravaganza and a Not So Giant Peach. A surprise veteran judge helps with scoring the main dishes.
E13
13. North West - Starter & Fish Courses
Four chefs, two from Manchester and two from Cumbria, compete for the north west of England. Angela Hartnett, the surprise veteran judge, decides which chef goes home today.
E12
12. Northern Ireland - Judging
Two top chefs from Northern Ireland go head to head and cook their six-course menus. Children’s TV presenter turned author Cerrie Burnell is the guest judge and helps decide the winner.
E11
11. Northern Ireland - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook mains and desserts, including a Hogwarts feast inspired by Harry Potter and an Each Peach Pear Plum dessert.
E10
10. Northern Ireland - Starter & Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with a starter inspired by CS Lewis and an Enid Blyton fish course. Veteran Tom Aikens sends one chef home at the end of the day.
E9
9. Scotland - Judging
Two top chefs from Scotland go head to head and cook their six-course menus. Bestselling children’s author and comedian David Baddiel is the guest judge and helps decide the winner.
E8
8. Scotland - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook mains and desserts, including a cow pie inspired by Desperate Dan and a golden snitch choux dessert. An unusual situation ramps up the competition.
E7
7. Scotland - Starter & Fish Courses
Four chefs from Edinburgh, Irvine, Fife and Buckie compete for Scotland with a venison starter inspired by Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and a Treasure Island fish course.
E6
6. London & South East - Judging
The two remaining chefs from the region go head to head and cook their six-course menus for the judges, including guest judge Konnie Huq, children’s author and former Blue Peter presenter.
E5
5. London & South East - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook a dairy beef steak dish inspired by Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse and a Faraway Tree chocolate dessert. But two must improvise when their recipes go wrong.
E4
4. London & South East - Starter & Fish Courses
Veteran Tommy Banks decides which of the four London chefs to send home after a hazelnut starter inspired by The Gruffalo and a Commotion in the Ocean lobster dish.
E3
3. Central - Judging
The two remaining central chefs go head to head and cook their six-course menus. Guest judge Charlie Higson, comedian and author of the Young Bond series, helps decide the winner.
E2
2. Central - Main & Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs cook giant goose eggs based on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and a Harry Potter dessert, but two face potential disasters when their recipes go wrong.
E1
1. Central – Starter & Fish Courses
Chefs from Derby, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham compete for the central region with a mushroom starter inspired by Lord of the Rings and a Roald Dahl Revolting Recipe.
Series 16
2021 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 5 years ago
Great British Menu is back for another series, presented by Andi Oliver.
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E29
29. Banquet Special
FinaleAndi Oliver presents the series finale – an outdoor banquet celebrating British innovation and invention. The star-studded guests must vote for the overall winning chef.
E28
28. The Finals: Dessert
The eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating British innovation. Carol Vorderman is the guest judge.
E27
27. The Finals: Main Course
The eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating British innovation. Carol Vorderman is the guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals: Fish Course
The eight regional champions cook their fish courses to win a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating British innovation. Engineer and TV presenter Zoe Laughlin is guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals: Starter
The eight regional champions cook their starter courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating British innovation. Comedian Phil Wang is the guest judge.
E24
24. South West Judging
Who will be judged the winner for the south west of England with innovative dishes inspired by the region’s inventions? The judges, including a modern-day madcap inventor, must decide.
E23
23. South West Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by science and innovation from the south west of England, but who will win and who must go home?
E22
22. South West Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs from the south west of England compete, with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. North West Judging
Who will be judged the winner of the North West of England with delicious dishes celebrating invention? The judges, including one of Britain’s best loved designers, must decide.
E20
20. North West Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete with dishes inspired by British invention and innovation, but which two chefs will go through to the judges’ chamber and who must go home?
E19
19. North West Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for the North West of England with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation.
E18
18. Northern Ireland Judging
Guest judge and legendary designer Thomas Heatherwick helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs. Both have pioneering dishes, but whose will rocket them to success?
E17
17. Northern Ireland Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by science and innovation, drawing especially from Northern Ireland’s legacy of inventions. But who will win and who must go home?
E16
16. Northern Ireland Starter and Fish Courses
Four top chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation. But who will be eliminated?
E15
15. North East Judging
Guest judge Sophie Conran, cook, author and designer, helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs. Both have truly pioneering dishes but who will take the crown today?
E14
14. North East Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by science and innovation. But with such high-level cooking, who will finish in front and who must go home?
E13
13. North East Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for the North East, Yorkshire and Humber region with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation.
E12
12. Wales Judging
Two top chefs from Wales go head-to-head with dishes celebrating Welsh produce, Welsh entrepreneurs and pioneers in their fields. But who will come out on top?
E11
11. Wales Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by science and innovation but when two chefs go head to head with lamb dishes – who will win and who must go home?
E10
10. Wales Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation. Who will be eliminated?
E9
9. London and the South East Judging
Guest judge Professor Chris Jackson, geologist and adventurer, helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs. Both have pioneering dishes, but whose will rocket to success?
E8
8. London and the South East Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by science and innovation. But with such high-level cooking, who can keep their lead and who must go home?
E7
7. London and the South East Starter and Fish Courses
Four top chefs compete for the London and the South East region with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation.
E6
6. Scotland Judging
With delicious dishes celebrating Scotland’s landmark inventions, who will be judged the winner for Scotland? The judges, including bestselling author Caroline Criado-Perez, must decide.
E5
5. Scotland Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over main and dessert dishes inspired by science and innovation, particularly Scotland’s legacy of inventions. But who will win, and who must go home?
E4
4. Scotland Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation. With veteran chef Tom Brown, who will be eliminated?
E3
3. Central Judging
Guest judge Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut, helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs. Both have dishes themed around space, but whose will rocket them to success?
E2
2. Central Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs prepare mains and desserts inspired by science and innovation. But when two chefs both decide to make layered chocolate dishes, who will win and who must go home?
E1
1. Central Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for the central region with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by British invention and innovation. With a surprise extra judge, who will be eliminated?
Series 17
2022 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 4 years ago
The nation's top chefs compete for the chance to cook at a four-course banquet.
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E29
29. Banquet Special
FinaleIt’s the final, with the chefs cooking their banquet dishes at Alexandra Palace for a guest list of broadcasting stars. Who will be voted Champion of Champions?
E28
28. The Finals - Dessert
The eight regional champions cook their desserts in a bid to secure the last place on the menu at a banquet celebrating British broadcasting. Newsreader Huw Edwards is the guest judge.
E27
27. The Finals - Main
Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating 100 years of British broadcasting. Alison Steadman is the guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals - Fish
The eight regional champions cook their fish courses to win a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating British broadcasting. TV presenter Dame Floella Benjamin is the guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals - Starter
The eight regional champions cook their starter courses in a bid to secure the first place on the menu at our banquet. Comedian and writer Steve Pemberton is guest judge.
E24
24. Northern Ireland Judging
Guest judge Dev Griffin helps the judging panel decide the winner for Northern Ireland. Both chefs have dishes celebrating favourite TV shows.
E23
23. Northern Ireland Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs from Northern Ireland compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting, including celebrations of the moon landing and Eurovision.
E22
22. Northern Ireland Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. South West Judging
Guest judge Priyanga Burford helps the judging panel decide the winner for south west England. Both chefs have dishes celebrating favourite TV shows.
E20
20. South West Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs from south west England compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting, including celebrations of iconic radio and TV broadcasts.
E19
19. South West Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E18
18. North East and Yorkshire Judging
Guest judge Si King helps the judging panel decide the winner for north east England and Yorkshire. Both chefs have dishes celebrating favourite TV shows.
E17
17. North East and Yorkshire Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting, including celebrations of Saturday night TV and iconic dramas.
E16
16. North East and Yorkshire Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Yorkshire and north east England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E15
15. Scotland Judging
Guest judge Rory Bremner helps the judging panel decide the winner for Scotland. Both chefs have dishes celebrating favourite TV shows.
E14
14. Scotland Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting, including celebrations of Game of Thrones and iconic Scottish comedies.
E13
13. Scotland Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E12
12. London and the South East Judging
Guest judge Anita Dobson helps the panel decide the winner for London and south east England. Both chefs have dishes celebrating favourite TV shows.
E11
11. London and the South East Main and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting, including homages to Mr Blobby, Churchill's speeches and iconic dramas.
E10
10. London and the South East Starter and Fish
Four chefs from south east England compete to represent the region - but one must go home.
E9
9. Wales Judging
Guest judge Steffan Rhodri helps decide the Welsh winner with the new judging panel. Both chefs have dishes celebrating iconic TV and radio shows.
E8
8. Wales Main and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting. When all the chefs choose comedic inspirations, who will have the last laugh and who must go home?
E7
7. Wales Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E6
6. North West Judging
Guest judge Sue Cleaver helps decide the north west England winner with the new judging panel. Both chefs have dishes celebrating iconic TV and radio shows.
E5
5. North West Main and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting. When all the chefs choose comedic inspirations, who will have the last laugh and who must go home?
E4
4. North West Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
E3
3. Central Judging
Guest judge Cat Deeley helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs. Both have dishes celebrating iconic TV shows, including Blue Peter, Top of the Pops and Fawlty Towers.
E2
2. Central Main and Dessert Courses
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British broadcasting. But with two chefs deciding to honour children’s television, who will win and who must go home?
E1
1. Central Starter and Fish Courses
Four chefs compete for the Central region with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by 100 years of British broadcasting. Who will be eliminated?
Series 18
2023 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago
The nation's top chefs compete for the chance to cook at an incredible four-course banquet.
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E29
29. Banquet Special
It’s the final of the series. The chefs cook a banquet at Brighton Royal Pavilion for illustration and animation stars including Cressida Cowell and Sir Lenny Henry.
E28
28. The Finals: Dessert
The eight regional champions cook their desserts in a bid to secure the last place on the menu at the banquet. Morwenna Banks, voice of Mummy Pig on Peppa Pig, is the guest judge.
E27
27. The Finals: Main Course
Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating animation and illustration. Sir Lenny Henry is the guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals: Fish Course
The eight regional champions cook their fish courses to win a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating animation and illustration. Aardman co-founder Peter Lord is the guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals: Starters
The eight regional champions cook their vegan starter courses in a bid to secure the first place on the menu at the banquet. Comedian and actor Kulvinder Ghir is the guest judge.
E24
24. Central England: Judging
The guest judge, award-winning actress Duaa Karim, helps decide the winner for central England. There are dishes celebrating the Dandy and video game Pac-Man.
E23
23. Central England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining chefs from central England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will win, and who must go home?
E22
22. Central England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for central England with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. Northern Ireland: Judging
The guest judge, author and artist Oliver Jeffers, helps decide the winner for Northern Ireland. There are dishes celebrating both animation and illustration.
E20
20. Northern Ireland: Mains and Puddings
The remaining Northern Irish chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a pie taking inspiration from the Wombles.
E19
19. Northern Ireland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E18
18. London and South East: Judging
Guest judge Dapo Adeola helps decide the winner from the two remaining London and south east chefs. There are dishes celebrating The Gruffalo and Paddington.
E17
17. London and South East: Mains and Puddings
The remaining London and south east chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday – who will win and who must go home?
E16
16. London and South East: Starter and Fish
Four of London and the south east’s most talented chefs compete to stay in the competition over canapés, starters and fish dishes celebrating British animation and illustration.
E15
15. Scotland: Judging
The guest judge, comic book artist Frank Quitely, helps decide the winner for Scotland. There are dishes celebrating the Beano and The Wind in the Willows.
E14
14. Scotland: Mains and Puddings
The remaining Scottish chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a dish based on the Mad Hatter's tea party.
E13
13. Scotland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E12
12. North West England: Judging
The guest judge, actress Jane Horrocks, helps the judging panel decide the winner for north west England. There are dishes celebrating Paddington, Bob the Builder, and Jack and Jill.
E11
11. North West England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining chefs from north west England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a dish based on the Mad Hatter's tea party.
E10
10. North West England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E9
9. Wales: Judging
The guest judge, TV presenter Gethin Jones, helps the judging panel decide the winner for Wales.
E8
8. Wales: Mains and Puddings
The remaining chefs from Wales compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including dishes based on Fantastic Mr Fox and the Mabinogion.
E7
7. Wales: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E6
6. South West England: Judging
Guest judge Susie Templeton helps the judging panel decide the winner for south west England.
E5
5. South West England: Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs from south west England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including dishes inspired by Aardman and Mr Benn.
E4
4. South West England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
E3
3. North East Judging
Guest judge Joe Sugg helps choose the winner from the two remaining chefs. There are dishes celebrating Paddington, James and the Giant Peach and the Clangers.
E2
2. North East Mains and Dessert
The remaining chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday.
E1
1. North East Starter and Fish
Four chefs from the north east of England compete with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration to celebrate Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?
Series 19
2024 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 2 years ago
Chefs compete to cook at a banquet celebrating the Olympic and Paralympic games.
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E29
29. Banquet Special
FinaleIt’s the final of Great British Menu. The chefs cook a banquet at the British ambassador’s residence in Paris to celebrate the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be voted 2024 champion of champions?
E28
28. The Finals: Dessert
The eight regional champions cook their desserts to secure the last place at a banquet celebrating the Olympics and Paralympics. Heptathlete Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill is guest judge.
E27
27. The Finals: Main Course
Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place at banquet celebrating the Olympics and Paralympics. Cyclist Dame Laura Kenny is guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals: Fish Course
The eight finalists cook their fish courses to win a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating the Olympics and Paralympics. Weightlifter Emily Campbell is guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals: Starters
The eight regional champions cook their vegan starter courses in a bid to secure the first place on the menu at the banquet. Paralympian swimmer Ellie Simmonds OBE is guest judge.
E24
24. South West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent south west England. Team GB Olympic gold medallist Joe Choong helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E23
23. South West England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs from south west England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E22
22. South West England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. Northern Ireland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Northern Ireland. Paralympic multi-gold medallist Michael McKillop helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E20
20. Northern Ireland: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs from Northern Ireland compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E19
19. Northern Ireland: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E18
18. North West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north west England. Wheelchair rugby Paralympian Stuart Robinson helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E17
17. North West England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs from north west England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E16
16. North West England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E15
15. Wales: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Wales. Former Olympic hurdler and world record holder Colin Jackson helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E14
14. Wales: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three Welsh chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E13
13. Wales: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E12
12. Scotland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Scotland. Scottish gold medal winning rower Dame Katherine Grainger helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E11
11. Scotland: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E10
10. Scotland: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E9
9. London and the South East England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent London and south east England. Taekwondo silver medal winner Lutalo Muhammad helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E8
8. London and the South East England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E7
7. London and South East England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for London and south east England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E6
6. Central England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent central England. Paralympic gold medal sprinter Jonnie Peacock helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E5
5. Central England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E4
4. Central England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for central England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
E3
3. North East England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north east England. Former Team GB competitive climber Shauna Coxsey helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E2
2. North East England: Mains and Puddings
The remaining three chefs compete over mains and desserts inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Who will win, and who must go home?
E1
1. North East England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for north east England with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by the Olympics and Paralympics. Who will be eliminated?
Series 20
2025 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 1 year ago
The best of British cuisine. Top chefs from across the UK put their hearts on a plate and showcase amazing culinary talent. Who will get to cook for a spectacular banquet?
Great British Menu Series 20 release dates →
E29
29. Banquet Special
FinaleIt’s the final of Great British Menu. The chefs cook a banquet for modern-day heroes at Blenheim Palace, with dishes celebrating historic Britons. Who will be voted 2025 champion of champions?
E28
28. The Finals: Dessert
The eight finalists compete to win the dessert course at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past and Great British Menu’s 20th year, with Dame Prue Leith returning to help judge.
E27
27. The Finals: Main Course
Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past and Great British Menu’s 20th year. Chef Clare Smyth is guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals: Fish Course
The eight finalists compete to win the fish course at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past and Great British Menu’s 20th year. Comedian Russell Kane is the guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals: Starters
The eight finalists compete to win the starter course at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past and Great British Menu’s 20th year. Film director Gurinder Chadha is the guest judge.
E24
24. London and South East England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent London and south east England. Archdeacon and campaigner Mina Smallman helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E23
23. London and South East England: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from London and south east England compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E22
22. London and South East England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for London and south east England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. Northern Ireland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Northern Ireland. Broadcasting legend Pamela Ballantine helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E20
20. Northern Ireland: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Northern Ireland compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E19
19. Northern Ireland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E18
18. Central and Eastern England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent central and eastern England. Olympic heptathlete Dame Denise Lewis helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E17
17. Central and Eastern England: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from central and eastern England compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E16
16. Central and Eastern England: Starter and Fish
An exceptionally strong group of four chefs compete for central and eastern England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E15
15. Wales: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Wales. Singer, songwriter, author and broadcaster Cerys Matthews helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E14
14. Wales: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Wales compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E13
13. Wales: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E12
12. North East England and Yorkshire: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north east England and Yorkshire. Historian Greg Jenner helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E11
11. North East England and Yorkshire: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from north east England and Yorkshire compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E10
10. North East England and Yorkshire: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for north east England and Yorkshire with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E9
9. Scotland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Scotland. RNLI volunteer and Pride of Scotland winner Ben Thompson helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E8
8. Scotland: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Scotland compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E7
7. Scotland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E6
6. South West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent south west England. The former director of public health for Wiltshire, Professor Tracy Daszkiewicz, helps decide the winner.
E5
5. South West England: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from south west England compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E4
4. South West England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
E3
3. North West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north west England. Campaigner Margaret Aspinall helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E2
2. North West England: Mains and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from north west England compete over mains and desserts celebrating great Britons of the past. Who will win, and who must go home?
E1
1. North West England: Starters and Fish
Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by great Britons of the past. Who will be eliminated?
Series 21
2026 · 29 episodes · Last episode: 6 months ago
Britain’s best chefs compete to cook at a blockbuster banquet in Liverpool.
Great British Menu Series 21 release dates →- E29
29. Banquet Special
FinaleIt’s the final of Great British Menu. The chefs cook a banquet for the great and the good of the British film industry in Liverpool. Who will be voted 2026's champion of champions?
E28
28. The Finals: Dessert
The eight chefs compete for the last place on the banquet menu celebrating the British film industry. Chocolat author Joanne Harris is the guest judge.
E27
27. The Finals: Main Course
Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place at a banquet celebrating the British film industry. Director Sir Stephen Frears is guest judge.
E26
26. The Finals: Fish Course
The eight finalists compete to win the fish course at a banquet celebrating great Britons of the past and Great British Menu’s 20th year. Actor Will Poulter is the guest judge.
E25
25. The Finals: Starters
The eight finalists compete to win the starter course at a banquet celebrating the British film industry. Director Marli Siu is the guest judge.
E24
24. South West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent south west England. Comedian and actor Ben Whitehead helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E23
23. South West England: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from south west England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E22
22. South West England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E21
21. London and South East England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent London and south east England. Much-loved actor Simon Callow helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E20
20. London and South East England: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from London and south east England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E19
19. London and South East England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for London and south east England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E18
18. Northern Ireland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Northern Ireland. Award-winning Belfast director Lisa Barros D’Sa helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E17
17. Northern Ireland: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Northern Ireland compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E16
16. Northern Ireland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E15
15. North East England and Yorkshire: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north east England and Yorkshire. Screenwriter and author Frank Cottrell-Boyce helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E14
14. North East England and Yorkshire: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from north east England and Yorkshire compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E13
13. North East England and Yorkshire: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for north east England and Yorkshire with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
- E12
12. Wales: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Wales. Acclaimed director Sally El Hosaini helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E11
11. Wales: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Wales compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E10
10. Wales: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E9
9. Central England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent central England. Film producer Alison Owen helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E8
8. Central England: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from central England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E7
7. Central England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for central England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E6
6. Scotland: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent Scotland. Bafta-winning actress Katherine Parkinson helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E5
5. Scotland: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from Scotland compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E4
4. Scotland: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
E3
3. North West England: Judging
It’s judging day, and only one chef can go through to represent north west England. Casting director Debbie McWilliams helps decide the winner from the two remaining chefs.
E2
2. North West England: Main and Dessert
The remaining three chefs from north west England compete over mains and desserts inspired by the British film industry. Who will win, and who must go home?
E1
1. North West England: Starter and Fish
Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by the British film industry. Who will be eliminated?
Cast & crew
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Paul Ainsworth
Self - Judge
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Charlie Higson
Self - Guest Judge
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Matthew Fort
Self - Judge
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Oliver Peyton
Self - Judge
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