French chef Raymond Blanc shares Kitchen Secrets, cooking recipes from simple to stunning. Filmed on location in his Oxfordshire restaurant with foodie visits at home and abroad.
Summer Greens
In Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Summer Greens episode 8, Raymond celebrates the freshest summer greens. Beginning with a simple yet vibrant pistou soup, laden with summer vegetables and bursting with basil, topped with crispy croutons and meltingly rich parmesan. Next a dish ideal for a warm summer's day - poached salmon resting on a bed of citrusy sorrel served with a zingy lemon…
Summer Fruits
In Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Summer Fruits episode 7, Raymond demonstrates the versatility of the summer's juiciest fruits. To begin with, he prepares a simple but impressive berry-strewn pavlova. Next, a spicy cherry clafoutis sees the vibrant fruit cushioned in a bed of soft, sumptuous pastry. A ruby red fig tart adds a touch of decadence, and for the finale there is an aromatic fruit…
Spices and Chillies
Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Spices and Chillies episode 6, in this episode, Raymond draws upon memories of his travels through Asia to create dishes full of fragrant spice and fiery heat. To kick off, a mouth-wateringly fresh green papaya salad with the sweet crunch of pomegranate and a tangy dressing of chilli and lime. The inspiration for Raymond's next dish comes from no…
Charcuterie
Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Charcuterie episode 5, in this carnivorous episode, Raymond shares his love of the art of charcuterie: cooked or preserved meats. To begin, wafer-thin slices of duck ham cured in herbs and juniper berries are joined by crispy lardons to create a delicious dish packed with crunch and flavour. Next, a rich, buttery chicken liver parfait with a zesty, spicy…
Pudding
Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Pudding episode 4 is a treat for the taste buds as Raymond celebrates his passion for puddings, sweet and savoury. To kick off there is a French childhood favourite, riz au lait, a velvety vanilla rice pudding with a crunchy caramel topping and a tangy fruit compote. Next is another French classic, tarte tatin. Glossy caramelised apples embedded in golden puff…
Lamb
In Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Secrets – Lamb episode 3, Raymond shares his favourite mouth-watering lamb dishes. To start, succulent lamb's liver with caramelised potatoes and a dusting of traditional French seasoning. Shoulder of lamb is slow-roasted with garlic and herbs and served with an earthy potato and turnip gratin to create a hearty but melt-in-the-mouth meal. Next Raymond returns to his roots with a…
Cakes and Pastries
Celebrated chef Raymond Blanc welcomes the cameras back into his working Oxfordshire kitchen to share the culinary secrets he has collected and cherished over the past 35 years. The programme features a variety of recipes for cooks of all abilities that are inspiring and achievable. In this episode Raymond pays tribute to the sweetly satisfying extravagance of cakes and pastries. To kick off, a…
Raymond Blanc's Kitchen Secrets - Shellfish
In Raymond Blanc's Kitchen Secrets - Shellfish ep.1, celebrated chef Raymond Blanc welcomes the cameras back into his working Oxfordshire kitchen to share the culinary secrets he has collected and cherished over the past 35 years. The programme features a variety of recipes for cooks of all abilities that are inspiring and achievable. In this episode Raymond shares his love of seafood, celebrating the…
