Ghosts star Katy Wix talks about her book 'Delicacy' and playful banter about Taskmaster with the hosts. They discuss the secret ingredient of toast, funny food adventures, and childhood nostalgia for favorite foods. The conversation includes anecdotes, fashion mishaps, and whimsical dives into nostalgic food preferences, ending with delightful dessert desires.
Katy Wix treasures childhood chippy tea memories, savoring chippy chips and fish cake with nostalgic delight.
Katy Wix adores carbonara, highlighting her love for spaghetti carbonara while graciously embracing all pasta dishes.
Authenticity of carbonara in Florence sparks debate on cream use, showcasing Katie's appreciation for traditional preparation with egg yolk.
Deep dives
Katie Wicks' Childhood Chippy Chips Memory
Katie Wicks fondly recalls her childhood tradition of Friday night chippy tea where she would enjoy exceptional chippy chips and fish cake. The anticipation in the car while waiting for the chips to arrive with Brian Adams' song playing showcases her nostalgic relationship with this comfort food.
Katie Wicks' Love for Carbonara
Katie Wicks expresses her deep love for carbonara, specifically spaghetti carbonara, emphasizing her joy for all pasta dishes. Despite pasta preferences, she appreciates all food graciously, contrasting with the expectations of discerning palates on TV sets.
Katie Wicks' Creamy Carbonara Experience
The conversation delves into the authenticity and creaminess of a carbonara dish Katie tried in Florence. Discussion around the use of cream in carbonara highlights differing opinions on the traditional preparation with egg yolk for creaminess, encapsulating the essence of the dish for Katie.
Ed Gamble's Remarks on Nandos
Ed Gamble shares his enthusiasm for Nando's, particularly relishing plain chicken wraps. His transition from vegetarianism due to anemia indicates a spiritual inclination towards vegetarianism despite enjoying Nando's chicken. The playful banter and sharing of food preferences inject humor and camaraderie into the podcast episode.
Dream Meal Selection
The guest shares their dream meal selection, starting with the bread plonges and the main course spaghetti carbonara from Florence. They also include a side dish of a small cold lasagna and top it off with a DC drink straight out of the can. For dessert, they describe a three-tier cake stand with giant strawberries, white chocolate buttons, cheesecake, and homemade apple crumble.
Personal Anecdotes and Reflections
Throughout the episode, the guest reminisces about childhood memories, food experiences, and quirky stories like playing a game with tennis rackets and apples. They delve into their writing process, where Diet Coke and trek bars play a significant role. The conversation includes discussions on favorite soft drinks, eating habits while writing, and even a playful exploration of how cones turning into Diet Coke cans at a factory queue would be amusing.