Good Food
Good Food
Join host Samuel Goldsmith every Tuesday as he chats with cooks, chefs, and food lovers. In each episode, Samuel dives into a sparkling conversation about the guest's life, their journey in the food and drink world, and, of course, their passion for food. Expect plenty of laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories from the people behind the plates.The fun doesn't stop there! Tune in for sections like My Favourite Dish, where the guest discusses their favourite dishes and how they've made them their own, Cookery Confessions, where guests share their funniest kitchen mishaps and culinary secrets, and Quick Fire Questions, a rapid round of surprises that reveal more about their tastes and quirks. Plus, on Thursdays, get a taste of new recipes in our bonus episodes—easy-to-follow cook-alongs to bring the flavours of the conversation to your kitchen. Do scroll back in the feed to our archive including special episodes hosted by Tom Kerridge, Orlando Murrin and Mallika Basu.The Good Food podcast has featured guests such as: Jamie Oliver, Nadiya Hussain, Michel Roux, Ainsley Harriot, Gennaro Contaldo, Claire Richards, Fred Sirieix, Big Zuu, Tess Daly, Liz Bonnin, Becky Excell, Professor Tim Spector, Rukmini Iyer, Riyadh Khalaf, John Whaite, Crystelle Pereira, Paul Ainsworth, The Hairy Bikers, Marcus Wareing, Sabrina Ghayour, Jane Dunn and Atul Kochhar. Discussing topics such as BBQ, fermenting, brunch, spices, Eurovision, Caribbean flavours, sustainability, chocolate, Spanish cuisine, vegan cooking, Bake Off, airfryers, health, wellbeing, nutrition, slow cookers, cocktails, pancakes, pressure cookers, seasonal food and cocktails.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 6min
Bangers and mash with onion gravy
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Aug 19, 2025 • 44min
Dominic Franks on upside down cooking, family food traditions, and the magic of sausage and mash
Join Samuel Goldsmith as he welcomes food writer and content creator Dominic Franks, also known as Dom in the Kitchen, for a lively and heart-warming conversation. In this episode, Dominic shares the story behind his new book, “Upside Down Cooking”, and reveals how a viral caramelised shallot and cream cheese tart transformed his career overnight. Discover Dominic’s culinary inspirations growing up in a big Jewish family, the influence of London’s restaurant scene, and how life in rural Lincolnshire has shaped his approach to food. Expect candid confessions about kitchen disasters, the joys of sausage and mash, and the underrated genius of frozen mashed potato. Dominic also opens up about the importance of sharing food with loved ones, his guilty pleasures, and why he believes cooking should be taught in every school. Packed with humour, practical tips, and genuine passion for food, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves to cook and eat.
Dominic Franks is a food writer for Lincolnshire Life, is regularly featured on BBC Lincolnshire radio as their food expert, and has been running his blog Dom In The Kitchen since 2010. Dominic has always loved food and draws inspiration from Delia Smith and his mom, as well as his Jewish heritage and London upbringing. His debut cookbook, Upside Down Cooking, is out now.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 5min
Korean fried chicken
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Aug 12, 2025 • 47min
Judy Joo on the rise of Korean culture, Korean cuisine and tales from her previous life on Wall Street
In this episode, Samuel Goldsmith sits down with renowned chef, broadcaster, and food writer Judy Joo. Dive into a lively conversation spanning Judy’s incredible knowledge of Korean food, her new book on quick Korean recipes, challenges in male-dominated kitchens, and her fascinating life working on Wall Street. Discover the unique blend of Korean, American, and French influences that shape her cooking, and enjoy anecdotes about her early life, professional challenges, and culinary triumphs.Judy Joo is a Korean-American, French-trained chef, restaurateur, and TV personality based in London and New York. Known for her expertise in Korean cuisine and pastry, she is also an Iron Chef UK and owner of Seoul Bird, with locations in London, Edinburgh, Las Vegas, and New York. Judy’s global culinary influence has been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, and more. She’s appeared on Today, Good Morning America, and The Talk, and is the author of three cookbooks. A Columbia University graduate in Industrial Engineering, she was the school’s 2018 commencement speaker. Judy also serves on the Food Council for City Harvest in both New York and London and contributes regularly as a columnist to leading food publications.Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 6, 2025 • 7min
5 O'Clock Apron Preview: Broadcaster Amol Rajan cooks a Paneer Curry
Introducing 5 O'Clock Apron, the podcast where chef and food writer Claire Thomson invites you to join her as she steps out of her kitchen to discover what's cooking in the home kitchens of Britain and beyond. Claire is renowned for her authentic take on home cooking and loved for her inspirational and no nonsense approach to food and cookery. In this podcast, Claire is on a mission to discover and cook other people's favourite, tried and tested home recipes.
Enjoy this preview of an episode with Broadcaster Amol Rajan, recorded and filmed at Good Food HQ. Claire brings along some of her spice collection from home and Amol sets about teaching Claire his recipe for Paneer Curry and, apart from the stove top tripping a couple of times during the recording, the pair chop and chat like no tomorrow.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 38min
Sami Tamimi on his Palestinian heritage and the food of his childhood
Join host Samuel Goldsmith in conversation with Sami Tamimi - chef, award-winning food writer, and co-founder of Ottolenghi - as he shares the inspiration behind his latest cookbook, Boustany, a love letter to Palestinian vegetables and home cooking. From his roots in Palestine to life in London and a pivotal year in Umbria, Sami reflects on how culture, memory, and simplicity shape his approach to food. We explore his creative process, the importance of seasonality, and the beauty of making vibrant dishes from everyday ingredients. He also dishes on kitchen confessions, his favourite recipes, and the ingredient he thinks is totally overrated. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just getting started, this episode offers practical tips, heartfelt stories, and a reminder of food’s power to connect us.
Sami Tamimi, born and raised in Jerusalem, began his culinary career as a commis-chef before becoming head chef at Lilith, a top Tel Aviv restaurant. He moved to London in 1997, leading Baker & Spice’s Middle Eastern kitchen, and co-founded Ottolenghi in 2002. Sami co-authored Ottolenghi: The Cookbook and Jerusalem, named one of the New York Times’ 25 most influential cookbooks. His third book, Falastin, co-written with Tara Wigley, won Fortnum & Mason’s 2021 Cookery Book of the Year. His bestselling works have sold over a million copies worldwide.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 8min
Onion Kebap
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Jul 29, 2025 • 60min
Hasan Semay aka Big Has on soul searching and Turkish cuisine
In this episode, host Samuel Goldsmith interviews Hasan Semay (aka Big Has) renowned chef, YouTube creator of "Sunday Sessions," and Sunday Times bestselling cookbook author. Dive into Big Has’s culinary journey as he discusses Turkish cuisine, woodfire cooking, and the inspiration behind his latest cookbook Discover how Big Has blends authentic flavours with honest storytelling, and hear his insights on food, family, and the importance of mental health in the kitchen. This chef interview covers everything from his experiences on Jamie Oliver’s 15, to his favourite Turkish recipes, kitchen disasters, and the power of vulnerability in the culinary world.
Hasan Semay is a half Turkish Cypriot half British chef, YouTube and Instagram sensation, as well as a self-confessed “proper North Londoner”. Has was accepted onto the prestigious Jamie Oliver "15" programme in 2011 and his relaxed and informative approach to cooking without pretentiousness has won him legions of fans over on his YouTube platform, Sunday Sessions. His debut cookbook, Big Has: HOME is a Sunday Times Bestseller.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 6min
Sussex Pond Pudding
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Jul 22, 2025 • 43min
Sophie Grigson on living her Italian dream and her Mum's Sussex pond pudding
Food writer and broadcaster Sophie Grigson joins host, Samuel Goldsmith, to talk about her bold move to southern Italy, her deep love for regional cuisine, and the stories behind her evocative books A Curious Absence of Chickens and Exploding Tomatoes. In this warm and funny chat, she opens up about life after 60, the magic of suet puddings, culinary failures (hello, carbonised ham!), and what it’s really like to live where water comes by truck. From Chinatown cravings to the legacy of her mother, Jane Grigson, this episode is a rich plate of memory, insight, and pure food joy. Whether you're a cookbook lover, Italophile, or just curious about starting over, Sophie serves inspiration by the ladleful.
Sophie Grigson is a celebrated food writer, broadcaster, teacher, and passionate cook who moved to Puglia in spring 2019—a decision she calls her best ever. With a deep love for global cuisine, Sophie has been under Italy’s culinary spell for over 40 years, now especially drawn to Puglia’s honest, seasonal food. Her cooking is generous, informal, and rooted in local, high-quality ingredients—free-range eggs, fresh Adriatic fish, and ethically sourced meat. She has written or contributed to over 20 cookbooks, presented nine TV series, and lives in Ceglie Messapica in the Valle d’Itria. More at sophieinpuglia.com
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