Series 1
15 episodes · May 6, 2024
Marcus Wareing is in Provence, discovering the secrets of simple French food.
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S1E1The Tomato
May 6, 202429mIn Provence, the tomato is king, and Marcus is on a mission to discover the ultimate simple tomato recipe.
S1E2Lamb
May 7, 202428mMarcus discovers how lamb is produced in Provence. Is there a local lamb dish to rival his favourite Lancashire hotpot?
S1E3Goats' Cheese and Pétanque
May 8, 202428mMarcus indulges in the French passions of food and sport. He goes on the hunt for the ultimate local cheese to impress some pétanque players.
S1E4Olives
May 9, 202428mMarcus wants to understand Provence’s passion for olives, from oil, desserts and even an olive breaking competition.
S1E5Pigs and Snails
May 13, 202428mMarcus looks to impress the locals during a cooking demo at a farmers' market with a meat that is loved equally by the Brits and the French - pork. Can he convince them that we Brits know how to cook?
S1E6Bread and the Croque Monsieur
May 14, 202428mThe baguette is an essential in France that’s eaten with every meal. It's also popular in the UK as a sandwich, but do the French enjoy this British twist? Marcus finds out.
S1E7Retro Fruit Dishes
May 15, 202428mThe UK loves fruit-based classics like apple crumble. Marcus wants to discover if it’s the same in France. Do they have a passion for retro recipes that rival our British favourites?
S1E8Roast Chicken and Provencal Wine
May 16, 202428mMarcus wants to give the French a run for their money with a twist on a classic Sunday roast using a meat beloved by the French and Brits alike - chicken.
S1E9Chocolate
May 17, 202428mThere is one delicious food that is adored the world over: chocolate. But Marcus loves a good old-fashioned British bar, so can the French convince him that they do it better?
S1E10Fish
May 18, 202428mThe Brits and French share a passion for poisson. Marcus wants to discover which fish they celebrate in Provence, and if they have a dish to rival the great British fish and chips?
S1E11Beef
May 20, 202428mThe British people are proud of their beef dishes, and the French are too. Steak frites is a national institution but in Provence, Marcus is expecting something a little different…
S1E12Herbes de Provence
May 21, 202428mHerbes de Provence is famous. But with no UK equivalent, Marcus wants to create his own simple dried herb mix to rival this French classic and turn any dull dish into a tasty meal.
S1E13Sweet Treats
May 22, 202428mWith all the incredible meat, fish and cheese in Provence, it’s easy to focus on the savoury food offerings. But, Marcus wants to discover what simple sweet treats are on offer.
S1E14Red Rice
May 23, 202428mMarcus has a VIP coming for dinner, and he wants to impress. He intends to build the meal around one simple local ingredient that’s surprisingly grown just down the road: red rice.
S1E15Farm Party
May 24, 202428mMarcus’s time in Saint-Remy is nearly over. He’s going to a local farm party and has to bring a dish. For a celebratory, but of course simple recipe, that means local organic veg.