Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster

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.

Despite wanting to go home, Joe Wilkinson showed up for his table at the Dream Restaurant, live in Brighton. Listen to Joe’s podcast Chatabix with David Earl wherever you listen to podcasts and follow Chatabix on Instagram @chatabixpodcast Joe’s book ‘My Autobiography’ is out now. Buy it here. Follow Joe on Instagram @gillinghamjoe Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the Brighton Dome.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.

‘Portlandia’ star and half of Sleater-Kinney, Carrie Brownstein, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. And we now have some ideas to pitch to Dragon’s Den…Sleater-Kinney’s new album ‘Little Rope’ is out now. Buy it and listen to it here. Sleater-Kinney are touring this year. For dates and tickets go to sleater-kinney.com Follow Carrie Instagram @carrie_rachel 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.

Moustachioed maestro Mike Wozniak joins as a guest in a London Palladium residency. Topics cover whimsical water preferences, dining adventures, and intricate cake heist planning. Playful banter and imaginary food descriptions make this a hilarious and entertaining episode.

Grammy Award-winning rapper Killer Mike joins the hosts and discusses breakfast culture, healthy eating habits influenced by his grandparents, the culinary heritage of collard greens, Atlanta's dining scene, diverse food experiences, and ending with menu chats and funny anecdotes.

James's Taskmaster cohort, Jessica Knappett, joins the hosts in a vibrant live show discussing varied food preferences, nostalgic memories of fast food and curry nights, and even humorously delving into the 'bastard cake' saga. Playful banter, family traditions, and sweet treats add to the entertaining dialogue.

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.

Taskmaster's Lucy Beaumont joins the hosts in a hilarious live recording in Manchester. They discuss encounters with a horse in enchanted woods, butter candle dipping sauce adventures, and mishaps in the kitchen. The conversation includes stories about Penny Duck, vegan chicken nuggets, unique soup creations, and sweet treat disappointments. Lucy promotes her tour and podcast, adding a fun touch to the episode.

James's Ghostbusters co-star Finn Wolfhard chats with the hosts about cake bursting, food preferences, bone marrow, survival challenges, wine tasting, and dining dilemmas. The banter includes Dairy Queen delights and a book club introduction.