

Lunchbox Envy
Lunchbox Envy
From the makers of QI and No Such Thing As A Fish: Gastronomically-minded QI researchers Jack Chambers and Manu Henriot join chef and food writer Rosie MacKean to unpack the world of food and drink, one lunchbox at a time.
Can you unboil an egg? Why would you milk a spider? How much Dairy Milk would it take to kill you? Dig in now to get answers to the questions you never knew you had.
Can you unboil an egg? Why would you milk a spider? How much Dairy Milk would it take to kill you? Dig in now to get answers to the questions you never knew you had.
Episodes
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Dec 29, 2025 • 43min
46: Pub Grub
In this discussion, Jake Bardwaj, a comedian and quiz master, dives into the quirky world of pub culture and food. He explores the origins of the beloved pub, from Roman times to Victorian class distinctions. Unpack the mystery of the 'Third Condiment' and the curious history of the Scotch egg. They also unravel the myths around pub snacks like crispy pork scratchings and the nostalgic Smith's Cheese Moments. Get ready for an amusing journey through Britain's flavorful pub scene!

Dec 25, 2025 • 18min
Bonus: Christmas Drinks
One more for the road? Merry Christmas!

Dec 22, 2025 • 56min
45: Christmas Dinner
What is a live fish doing in your bath on Christmas Eve? Who tried to cook their turkey via electrocution? Where can you find roast reindeer on the menu?
Merry Christmas from Lunchbox Envy!

Dec 15, 2025 • 38min
44: Ovens
Why would you oven bake a laptop? Which day of the week can your oven switch itself on? Who cooked himself in a bread oven just to see what would happen?

10 snips
Dec 8, 2025 • 41min
43: Vodka
Discover the peculiar blend of vodka and gunpowder, and what a doctor might really prescribe it for. The hosts delve into vodka's medieval medicinal origins and its role in Russian state finance. Learn about vodka's value as an informal currency during economic turmoil. From quirky filtering methods to cooking tips with penne alla vodka, they explore its culinary magic. Unique vodkas like milk and wasp add an adventurous twist. Join this spirited conversation packed with humor and fascinating facts!

Dec 1, 2025 • 36min
42: School Dinners
How do you Twizzle a Turkey? Where did Ancient Spartan kids get their packed lunch from? Who used to give their schoolchildren wine?

Nov 24, 2025 • 49min
41: Thanksgiving
How do you make a Frogeye Salad? When was eel on the Thanksgiving menu? Who can you call when your turkey won't defrost?

Nov 17, 2025 • 44min
40: Honey
Why does your honey have bubbles in it? How do you eat ant honey? What does purple honey taste like?

Nov 10, 2025 • 43min
39: Bacon
What's the point of a bacon window? Who's using a bacon dating app? How do you make bananacon?

Nov 3, 2025 • 38min
38: Breakfast Cereal
How do you make a Diamond Shreddie? Which cereal accidentally invented computer hacking? Why are some cereals magnetic?


