
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.
Latest episodes

Oct 10, 2024 • 5min
Let's cook together: Chicken Soup
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 8, 2024 • 45min
Chef Jackson Boxer on life as a restaurateur, finding balance and his favourite foods
In this special on-location episode of the Good Food Podcast, join host Samuel Goldsmith as he sits down with the highly respected chef Jackson Boxer at his renowned restaurant, Brunswick House. Jackson shares insights into his culinary career, his daily routines, and the challenges and joys of being a chef and a father. Listen in to hear Jackson's thoughts on cooking for oneself versus cooking for others, his philosophy on food, and his love for simple yet exquisite dishes. Plus, what do his children think of his cooking, his culinary disasters and his favourite dish.Jackson Boxer began his career as a kitchen porter at the age of 16. He continued to pursue cooking jobs while finishing school and completing a degree in English at Cambridge University. After graduating, he joined the opening team at 32 Great Queen Street. After three years, he left to found Brunswick House at the age of 24, together with his brother Frank Boxer. What was initially intended as a six-month pop-up with a 10-seat counter snack bar and a café atmosphere, has grown into a dining room, bar, terrace, three private dining rooms and the cellars – a nascent speakeasy and dance dungeon. In March 2019, Jackson opened Orasay in Notting Hill, inspired by the western isles of Scotland, and now splits his time between the kitchens of Brunswick House and Orasay as Chef Proprietor. In summer 2023, Jackson joined Cowley Manor Experimental, the Experimental Group’s first UK project outside of London, as Chef Consultant for the Cotswolds-based hotel. In September 2023, Jackson opened Jackson Boxer at the Corner restaurant on the second floor of Selfridges, Oxford Street. In 2024, he opened his newest restaurant in Covent Garden, Henri.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

Oct 3, 2024 • 5min
Let's cook together: Miso Salmon
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 1, 2024 • 46min
Rick Stein on his new book Food Stories, inspirations from his travels and his favourite dish
Join host, Samuel Goldsmith, as he sits down with one of the nation's favourite chefs, the iconic Rick Stein. In this episode, Rick shares his insights on the evolution of food culture, memorable dining experiences, and some of his favourite recipes from his new book ‘Food Stories’. They explore the importance of local produce, cooking tips, and delve into food stories and recipes from across the UK and beyond. From the perfect omelette to mouth-watering Hainanese chicken rice. This conversation is filled with delicious tales and valuable cooking tips. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or just looking for some kitchen inspiration, tune in to be inspired by the wonderful Rick Stein.Rick Stein's passion for using good-quality local produce and his talent for creating delicious recipes in his books and restaurants have won him a host of awards, accolades and fans. As well as presenting a number of television series, he has published many best-selling cookery books, including French Odyssey, Coast to Coast, Far Eastern Odyssey, Rick Stein's Long Weekends and Rick Stein’s India.Rick has always believed in showcasing local seafood and farm produce in his four restaurants in Padstow, Cornwall, where he also has a cookery school, food shops and a pub in the nearby village of St Merryn. In 2018 Rick was awarded an CBE for services to the economy. He divides his time between Padstow, London and Australia, where he also has two seafood restaurants by the sea in Mollymook, and Port Stephens NSW.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

Sep 26, 2024 • 6min
Let's cook together: Poppy's Slow Cooker Peanut Satay Curry
Cook-along with Poppy O'Toole, in this bonus recipe episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 2024 • 40min
Poppy O'Toole on slow cookers and potatoes
In this episode, the talented food writer, chef, and social media star Poppy O'Toole, also known as Poppy Cooks, joins host Samuel Goldsmith. Poppy shares her journey from training in a Michelin-starred restaurant to becoming a social media sensation. We dive into her latest book, the No.1 Sunday Times Bestseller, The Actually Delicious Slow Cooker Cookbook, exploring her inventive recipes and the benefits of slow cooking. Poppy also discusses her love for potatoes, sharing mouth-watering potato dishes from around the world, and reveals some of her favourite kitchen tips and cooking confessions.Poppy has spent a decade in professional kitchens – ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants and fine-dining experiences to serving tasty everyday food. In March 2020, while working as a junior sous chef at an exclusive members’ club, the Covid-19 pandemic hit and she lost her job. She turned to TikTok as a creative outlet, and her entertaining and educational content led to more than a million followers in just over seven months. She shares the skills she’s learned from her time in the restaurant industry to inspire and teach people how to cook at home, from the basics, right up to achievable restaurant-quality food – as well as a potato or two. Poppy published her first book in 2021, followed in 2023 by the Sunday Times best-selling Poppy Cooks: The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook. She has been a judge on E4’s Celebrity Cooking School and the BBC’s Young Masterchef and is a chef-mentor on ITV’s Cooking with the Stars. Poppy lives in Birmingham with her fiancé and two dogs.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

Sep 19, 2024 • 6min
Let's cook together: Soha's Koftet Roz
Cook-along with Soha Darwish, in this bonus recipe episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 2024 • 49min
A curry special with Julie Lin and Soha Darwish
This week we have a curry special. Our host Samuel Goldsmith has two interviews, one with Award-winning Malaysian-Scottish chef and food writer Julie Lin and the other with content creator and culinary consultant Soha Darwish.Julie shares her journey from reaching the quarterfinals in MasterChef to teaching cookery to local school children. Join us as we dive into the vibrant food scene in Glasgow, discuss unique local delicacies like the Pizza Crunch, and explore Julie's favourite recipes including her delightful kari ikan. Julie also discusses the importance of supporting female chefs in the industry, and her love for combining Malaysian flavours with Scottish produce.Then we dive into Soha's rich culinary experiences, spanning from her childhood memories in Egypt to her professional journey in Abu Dhabi and London. We uncover the essence of traditional Egyptian dishes, the art of hospitality, and how cultural influences have shaped her cooking style. Tune in to hear Soha's thoughts on everything from her favourite recipes to her biggest kitchen disasters. Plus, get a sneak peek into one of her special recipes featured in our latest issue. Prepare to be inspired and perhaps even a little hungry. Don't forget to check out her featured recipe in Good Food.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

Sep 12, 2024 • 5min
Let's cook together: Airfryer Roast Chicken
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 10, 2024 • 45min
Sara Cox on her love of vinegar, batch cooking and the fun of creating a wine collection
Sara Cox joins host Samuel Goldsmith for an engaging conversation about food, family, and the little things that make life delicious! In this episode, Sara discusses her love for vinegary foods, shares memories of growing up on a farm, and talks about her new wine collection with Perfect Cellar. From air fryer secrets to the joy of batch cooking, and even a few cooking disasters, this episode is packed with stories and tips for food lovers. Tune in to get inspired by Sara's passion for good food and great company.Sara Cox is known and loved by millions of BBC Radio 2 listeners, where she presents her teatime show every weekday from 4-7 p.m. She developed a passion for broadcasting at BBC Radio 1 and presented the Breakfast Show. Sara’s other work includes hosting TV book programme Between the Covers and co-hosting on BBC One’s Morning Live and she is a regular co-presenter of BBC Radio 4's Loose Ends and has written columns for the Mirror and the Guardian. Her memoir Till the Cows Come Home (2018) was a Sunday Times bestseller, as was her hugely successful debut novel Thrown (2022). Sara lives with her family in north London. She stays in tune with her farming background by having too many pets and riding her horse, Nelly.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