Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster

Ed Gamble and James Acaster give a sneak peek of the upcoming season with new guests, dream menus, secret ingredients, and humorous conversations. Plus, new merchandise like a football scarf and t-shirt

Jason Mantzoukas, from 'How Did This Get Made?' and 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine', shares hilarious food anecdotes, debates soda preferences, talks about cocktails, allergic reactions, and dining delights. The conversation includes group roles in heists, favorite movies, and craving sweets. They also discuss dream meals, chocolate bars, and promotion for upcoming episodes.

TV presenter, author, and former Strictly contestant Helen Skelton joins the hosts for a food-centric chat discussing mishaps with cheese, childhood mischief, and the evolution of prawn cocktail. The episode is filled with playful banter, funny anecdotes about Yorkshire puddings, cat tales, and speculation about potential future guests including a professional dancer.

Patti Harrison, US stand-up and ‘I Think You Should Leave’ star, talks about her upcoming show, triggering discussions on eating disorders. The hosts engage in lighthearted banter on breasts, nipples, and sparkling water, leading to whimsical musings on food fights and dreamy spaghetti conversations.

Comedian Rhys Nicholson joins the hosts to discuss culinary adventures, unique dining experiences, and encounters with celebrities. The conversation includes exploring food culture, algorithm recommendations, and speculating on a fictional character named Jeff Tata. They also share anecdotes about fine dining, dinner parties, and wine preferences, along with promoting Rhys's book and other podcasts.

Comedian Huge Davies discusses his musical comedy and collaborations. A surreal genie scenario at the dream restaurant leads to amusing interactions. Quirky conversations include burying a squash and caring for plants gone wrong. Culinary discussions cover crispy aromatic dark pancakes and unconventional pizza toppings.

It’s the final b-b-b-b-bonus episode from the live tour and what better way to end than with Irish comedy god and ‘Father Ted’ star Ardal O’Hanlon. Oh, and eating a creamy dessert. Follow Ardal on Twitter @ardalsfolly and Instagram @ardalohanlon Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin.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.

Co-founder of Hoppers restaurants Karan Gokani has a table booked this week, and he’s bringing along Edward Stephenson Jamison Gamble as his dining companion.‘Hoppers: The Cookbook’ is out now, published by Quadrille Publishing. Buy it here. Go to Hoppers restaurants in London. Visit hopperslondon.com to book a table. Follow Hoppers on Instagram and TikTok @hopperslondon Follow Karan on Instagram @karancooks 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.

Irish comedy icon Tommy Tiernan joins hosts in Dublin for a lively discussion on Irish cuisine, childhood memories, water's significance, humorous banter on brain smells, meat ethics, roast potato love, and bizarre topics like eating babies and mushrooms. The episode ends with promotions for Tiernan's show and podcast ads.

Superb stand-up and podcaster Sara Barron has a reservation this week. And did you know her brother is a babe? Listen to Sara’s podcast ‘They Like to Watch’ wherever you listen to podcasts. Sara Barron is at the Edinburgh Fringe this August with her new show ‘Anything For You’. For tickets and info visit edfringe.com Follow Sara on Twitter @sarabarron and Instagram @sarabarron1000000Recorded 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.