Good Food

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. 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

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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. 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

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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 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

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In this milestone 500th episode of the Good Food Podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith welcomes broadcaster, presenter, and Wildfarmed co-founder George Lamb. Listen as they discuss George's journey from a primetime TV host to a passionate advocate for regenerative agriculture. George shares his favourite dishes, childhood food memories, and the story behind Wildfarmed, incuding the importance of sustainable farming and food systems. George Lamb is a broadcaster, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for sustainable change. Formerly known for his work in TV and radio, he’s now the co-founder of Wildfarmed — a regenerative food company reconnecting people to the land through better farming and honest food. Driven by a desire to tackle climate and ecological breakdown, George is focused on building solutions that heal soil, restore biodiversity, and reshape the food system from the ground up. Wildfarmed is a fully traceable supply chain connecting farmers and consumers through crops grown in regenerative systems that prioritise soil health. Working with growers committed to improving biodiversity and soil condition, we produce food without pesticides during the growing process. All farms are third-party audited to meet Wildfarmed Regenerative Standards. By supporting Wildfarmed, consumers play an active role in restoring soil and nature — creating a more sustainable, transparent, and resilient food system from field to plate. 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

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What do exploding hard-boiled eggs, homemade French fries, and 55 international cuisines have in common? TikTok megastar Tommy Winkler, a.k.a. The Food Guy, of course. In this flavour-packed episode, Tommy joins host Samuel Goldsmith to chat about his rise to foodie fame, starting from goofy TikTok sketches to becoming a global sensation known for outrageous food challenges, prankish snack hacks, and his signature "what I eat in a day" videos. He spills the secrets behind balancing insane calorie days with fitness, rage-baiting his followers by eating orange peels and biting forks, and why his girlfriend-slash-creative-partner deserves half the credit (and probably all the snacks). Plus, hear his candid thoughts on British food (sorry, UK), why potstickers are his ultimate comfort food, and which snack he proudly faked at a family party. From microwave disasters to secret sweet tooth confessions—this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and some dangerously crunchy opinions. Hit play if you're hungry for behind-the-scenes creator stories, love a bit of foodie chaos, or just want to know what the “King of Crunch” thinks of Percy Pigs.Tommy Winkler, known online as The Food Guy, is a global food and fitness content creator with over 16 million followers across social media, including more than 10 million on TikTok alone. Renowned for his high-energy “what I eat in a day” videos, viral food hacks, and international snack challenges, Tommy travels the world sharing his love of diverse cuisines and cultures. While indulging in everything from dumplings to dessert hacks, he also balances his lifestyle with a dedicated focus on health, which he shares on his popular fitness account. Tommy’s content blends entertainment, creativity, and authenticity—earning him a loyal fanbase known as the “Foodie Fam.” He also curates his favourite food gadgets and tools, all available through his website for fans to explore and try themselves.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

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