Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster

In this lively chat, Joe Locke, the rising star from 'Heartstopper' and 'Agatha: Coven of Chaos,' shares hilarious anecdotes about his career progression. The trio dives into quirky dining experiences tied to his Marvel character, the joys of food presentation, and playful banter about Disney fantasies. They reminisce about returning to their hometown with laughter-filled stories of their culinary ups and downs. Expect humor, insightful reflections, and some whimsical debates over unexpected culinary creations!

Natalie Cassidy, beloved for her role as Sonia Fowler in EastEnders and host of 'Life with Nat,' joins the conversation. She humorously discusses her acting career, including a potential role for James in the soap. The trio explores culinary delights, such as crafting the perfect bacon roll and the fun of food nostalgia. They even dive into absurd topics, like cannibalism in soap operas, while sharing quirky food preferences and laughable anecdotes about garlic and hangry moments during filming.

Rachel Stevens, a pop icon and member of S Club, joins the conversation, sharing her journey into promoting gut health with Activia. Expect laughs as they discuss nostalgic food memories and unconventional breakfast delights. The playful banter covers everything from the ethics of cooking lobster to quirky queries from past interviews. Rachel recounts her S Club experiences while teasing a new podcast format. Get ready for a delightful mix of music, memorable meals, and hearty laughs in a joyful trip down memory lane.

In this episode, AEW wrestler Will Ospreay, known for his high-flying style and charisma, joins the hosts for a fun-packed discussion. They dive into the excitement surrounding AEW All In at Wembley Stadium and share hilarious anecdotes from the indie wrestling scene. A lively debate about sparkling vs. still water leads to laugh-out-loud wrestling analogies, and the group bonds over their love for Nando's and poppadoms. Will reflects on memorable meals in Japan, and the trio shares light-hearted takes on the perfect brownie and the whims of wrestling culture.

Ted Lasso’s Jamie Tartt (doo-doo-da-doo-da-doo), Phil Dunster, introduces some new vocabulary to the Dream Restaurant this week. And don’t forget, tune in to Comic Relief. Phil Dunster stars in ‘Oklahoma! in Concert’ at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 19th and 20th August. Get tickets at oklahomaconcert.co.uk Follow Phil on Instagram and Twitter @phildunster Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Annette, a talented stand-up comedian and writer known for her solo show 'Thick Skin', shares her vibrant perspective on comedy and food. The conversation dives into the quirky advice of 'always order an extra egg' in ramen, leading to an amusing fan tattoo story. With light-hearted discussions about tea, genies, and nostalgic culinary adventures, Amy and the hosts explore whimsical food fantasies and childhood pirate memories. They hilariously tackle culinary quirks, including the infamous grape salad, making for a delightful blend of laughter and nostalgia.

Hammed Animashaun, a BAFTA-nominated actor known for his role in 'Kiss Me Kate,' brings his comedic charm to the conversation. He shares his culinary secrets and reflects on his experiences in the culinary arts and theater. Their whimsical discussion ranges from ideal dream restaurants to the joys of sourdough and amusing anecdotes about theater performances. They also dive into the nostalgia of childhood meals and the joys of indulging in desserts like Mr. Kipling's apple pies, making for a delightful mix of humor and culinary insight.

Saoirse-Monica Jackson joins Ed and James in the Dream Restaurant, discussing Nike ticks, 'The Decameron', and filming in Rome. The conversation covers name mispronunciations, skincare routines, fictional characters like Scrawn the Prawn, and misconceptions about lamb.

Model-turned-stand-up comic Michelle de Swarte is this week’s guest diner. And Ed and James are amazed to find out she doesn’t know a childhood song.Trigger warning: this episode has chat about dieting. Michelle de Swarte’s new sitcom ‘Spent’ is on BBC Two, Mondays at 10pm. Watch is on BBC iPlayer.Follow Michelle on Instagram @michelledeswarteRecorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dream Restaurant is taking bookings for its 12th series, and our first diner is ‘Taskmaster’ and ‘Alma’s Not Normal’ star Sophie Willan. Woo! Watch series one of ‘Alma’s Not Normal’ on BBC iPlayer. Series two is coming soon. Follow Sophie on Instagram @sophiewillan Tickets for ‘Off Menu: Live in London’ go on sale this Friday 12th July at 10am. Visit offmenupodcast.co.uk for details. Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.