Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Best of 2024: Part 1
Dec 26, 2024
Rhys Nicholson, a standout comedian and television personality, joins the hosts for a delightful trip down memory lane. They share humorous highlights from the year, including chaotic family meals during lockdown and nostalgic encounters with celebrities. The group banters about quirky dining experiences and the tension in serving famous guests. They also explore the absurdity of life through playful discussions on food quirks. From culinary mishaps to reflections on masculinity and food, the conversation serves up laughs and fond memories.
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Rhys Nicholson's Kid-Friendly Cooking
- Rhys Nicholson cooks for kids with an air fryer using little frozen pizzas and fries, spicing them up with a bit of oil.
- He organizes weekly meal planning with his kids to manage different food preferences.
Dislike of Waiter Finger Pointing
- Avoid waiters pointing with their finger too close to the food; it's invasive and makes guests uncomfortable.
- Pretending to move your plate quickly to disrupt this can embarrass the waiter but risks needing a new dish.
Wine and Road Trips in Italy
- Speaker 3 shared a memorable experience of traveling by car to Italy and finding an expensive Italian Chardonnay.
- He described the wine's quality and addressed its undeserved reputation among drinkers.