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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 14: Sean Fletcher explores the annual Neath food festival and finds out whether traditional or exotic Welsh cakes are more popular among the visitors. Food journalist Leyla Kazim reveals secrets of tomato growing on a large and small scale, while farmer Jim Smith gets stuck into making marmalade. Ryan Hand tries an experiment to find out whether there is such a thing as ‘brain food’.       Neath Food Festival is an annual event held in the town of Neath, Wales, celebrating the region’s culinary scene. The festival showcases the best of Neath’s […]

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 13: Colin Murray and Edith Bowman explore St George’s Market in Belfast and meet a social media sensation who reveals the secrets of healthy and inexpensive one-pot meals. Farmer Jim Smith discovers how one farm is turning its oats into milk, food journalist Leyla Kazim is in Norfolk to find out the secrets of producing mustard, and farmer Meinir Howells reveals just why Welsh lamb is so popular.         St George’s Market in Belfast is a beloved historic landmark that has been an integral part of the city’s fabric for over

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 12: Edith Bowman introduces Colin Murray to her home town of Anstruther in Fife on a food adventure. As well as its famous fish and chips, they discover how artisan bread is being made for the community. Briony May Williams bags bargains hunting for yellow stickers in the supermarket, and chef Suzie Lee reveals how Greek-style yoghurt is made in County Down. Onkar Singh Purewal discovers Swansea’s community garden produce.     Anstruther in Fife is a food lover’s paradise, offering a wide range of culinary experiences to suit every taste and budget. From

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 11

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 11

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 11: Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman visit the National Ploughing Championships in Derbyshire on a food adventure, where they discover the story behind the Bakewell tart and are let loose on tractors. Farmer Meinir Howells reveals the secrets of one of the UK’s oldest ice cream parlours, Ryan Hand finds out the superpowers of seeds, and farmer Jim Smith learns the art of pickling.       The National Ploughing Championships in Derbyshire is an annual event that celebrates the agricultural heritage and modern farming practices of the United Kingdom. This event brings together

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 10

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 10

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 10 – Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman go in search of tips and treats at the York Food Festival, including homemade hummus and the many surprising varieties of the English apple. Father of toddler triplets Onkar Singh Purewal is on the hunt for healthy food the whole family will eat. Ryan Hand gets to grips with Japanese cuisine, and chef Julie Lin reveals some affordable seafood.     Are you a foodie looking for a culinary adventure? Look no further than the York Food Festival, an annual event that has been delighting visitors with

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 9

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 9

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 9: Sean Fletcher explores the food market in Hay-on-Wye, getting tips on growing food and finding out the secret to making fudge. Chef Julie Lin discovers bargains in world food stores and supermarket aisles, and food journalist Leyla Kazim lifts the lid on smoothies. Ryan Hand finds out how to get wood-fired pizza perfection in an oven.       Hay-on-Wye is a charming little town nestled in the heart of Wales. Known for its abundance of secondhand bookshops and picturesque streets, it’s also home to a thriving food market that offers a unique

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 8: Edith Bowman and Colin Murray explore the food stalls and events at the Peebles Show. They discover tips and treats from passionate food producers, from perfect steaks to premium chocolate at a fraction of the price. Food journalist Leyla Kazim heads to Northumbria in search of the best local fish, and Onkar Singh Purewal is in Ceredigion to discover the key to making sourdough bread.     Peebles Show is an annual agricultural event that takes place in the charming Scottish town of Peebles. This show brings together farmers, exhibitors, and members of

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 7: Sean Fletcher goes in search of tips and treats as he explores the food festival at Llangollen, where local food experts reveal their passion for their produce. Farmer Jim Smith tests his tastebuds with some hot sauces in Edinburgh, chef Suzie Lee discovers the key to producing cider in Armagh, and the secrets behind making a homemade pie on a budget are revealed.     Food festivals are an excellent way to celebrate local cuisine, and the Llangollen Food Festival is no exception. This two-day event takes place in the picturesque town of

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 6

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 6

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 6: Colin Murray and Edith Bowman are on a journey of international food discovery as they take in Belfast’s Mela festival, discovering how to make cheap and easy kimchi and authentic Jamaican patties. Baker Briony-May Williams finds out why Cumbria is the home of sticky toffee pudding. Farmer Meinir Howells gets a workout harvesting cockles in Carmarthenshire, and farmer Jim Smith raises a glass to non-alcoholic beer, wine and spirits.     If you’re looking for a celebration of culture and diversity in Northern Ireland, the Belfast Mela Festival is the event for you.

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 5

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 5

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 5:  Edith Bowman and Colin Murray explore the Glasgow Foodies’ Festival, where they discover the secrets to the best egg fried rice with chef Jimmy Lee and how to spot ‘fake’ vanilla. Food journalist Leyla Kazim investigates how many people it takes to make a bag of crisps, and chef Suzie Lee finds a delicious fishy surprise in Lough Neagh. Onkar Singh Purewal discovers how a food stall has provided a lifeline for a Cardiff community.     Glasgow Foodies’ Festival is a three-day celebration of food, drink, and entertainment held annually in the

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Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 4

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 4

Coast to Coast Food Festival episode 4: Sean Fletcher and Edith Bowman explore Cockermouth’s food festival, meeting passionate food producers and getting tips on homemade pitta bread from a MasterChef winner. Cookery writer Michaela Chiappa discovers how seaweed is being harvested for food, and chef Julie Lin gets the low down on low-fat, semi-skimmed and full-fat milk. Chef Suzie Lee reveals how top chefs are getting creative as they reduce food waste.     Cockermouth, a charming market town situated in the western part of the Lake District National Park, is known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant

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Joanna Lumley's Nile episode 4

Joanna Lumley’s Nile episode 4

Joanna Lumley’s Nile episode 4: Joanna goes to the last stage of his epic journey up the river, with flights to Juba, southern Sudan, which has enabled the fragile peace process a resurgence of beauty contests in the country. Then it goes to the Murchison Falls in Uganda and finds some of the largest African wildlife, including hippos, rhinos and a bird named shoebill unusual. Finally, Joanna meets an adventurer who takes her to a newly discovered source of the Nile, at the top of the mountains of Rwanda.     Joanna Lumley visits Rwanda, a country known for its

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