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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Niki Segnit on exploring and pairing flavours
In this episode, Good Food podcast host Orlando Murrin sits down with the erudite author Niki Segnit, known for her acclaimed works, The Flavour Thesaurus, Lateral Cooking, and The Flavour Thesaurus: More Flavors.
29 min
127
Let's cook together: Greek Chicken Soup
3 min
128
Georgina Hayden on Greek flavours and embracing...
In this weeks episode of the Good Food Podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith sits down with award-winning food writer Georgina Hayden. They dive into her latest cookbook 'Greekish', discuss her path from working with Jamie Oliver to releasing her own bestselling cookbooks and Georgina share's personal stories about her family and heritage. From childhood memories in her family restaurant to her latest experiment with spanakopita scones.
46 min
129
Let's cook together: Spaghetti & Meatballs
3 min
130
Max La Manna on tackling food waste
In this episode of the Good Food Podcast, host Mallika Basu invites the ever-inspiring Max La Manna to delve into food waste and sustainable cooking. Max shares personal anecdotes, including his journey from a food-conscious upbringing in the States to becoming a passionate advocate for reducing food waste. Listen as they explore how small, mindful changes in the kitchen can make a big impact, from using up every part of fruits and vegetables to the creative ways Max incorporates leftovers into delicious meals. Perfect for both food enthusiasts and sustainability warriors, this episode is packed with practical tips, a peek into Max's own cooking disasters and triumphs.
33 min
131
Let's cook together: Barbecued corn on the cob
1 min
132
Ruth Reichl on life as a restaurant critic and ...
Join the legendary food critic Ruth Reichl in conversation with host Samuel Goldsmith. They her latest book The Paris Novel, inspired by a personal event in Paris, to her transformative experiences of the LA and New York food scenes. Ruth delves into the lives of her different undercover disguises used for getting a true restaurant experience as well as how the food scene in the US has evolved over the last 20 years.
40 min
133
Let's cook together: Barbacoa Pulled Beef Tacos
2 min
134
The Bear special with Lionel Boyce
"In this episode of the Good Food podcast, star of hit TV show The Bear, Lionel Boyce, sits down with host Samuel Goldsmith as he discusses the evolution of his character, pastry chef, Marcus Brooks. Discover the training and experiences that shaped the character and the actor alike. Lionel gives an insight into how the food is brought to life on The Bear. Plus his favourite dish and the worst thing he’s had to eat on set. Seasons 1-3 of The Bear are now streaming on Disney+ "
22 min
135
Let's cook together: Moussaka
3 min
136
Ben Tish on restaurants and the Mediterranean
Join host Orlando Murrin as he sits down with Ben Tish, the acclaimed Chef Director at Cubitt House and a renowned food writer, for an in-depth conversation about his career, culinary philosophy, and his newest book, 'Mediterra.' Discover the varied roles Ben plays, from managing multiple London gastro pubs to sharing vivid stories about his culinary journey and inspirations. He also dives into his love for Mediterranean cuisine and offers insights on his favourite dish.
26 min
137
Let's cook together: Parmesan Bites
2 min
138
Orlando Murrin on kitchens and crime
In this episode, Orlando discusses his debut crime novel, 'Knife Skills for Beginners', his transition from food writing to crime fiction, and shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of writing.
43 min
139
Let's cook together: Ultimate Vanilla Ice Cream
3 min
140
Terri Mercieca on ice cream and inclusivity
Terry discusses her passion for pastry over savoury cooking and how this led her to specialise in desserts. She also delves into the creation of her company, its ethos centred around inclusivity, and her debut cookbook, 'The Happy Endings Cookbook.'
40 min
141
Let's cook together: Freeze-Ahead Roast Potatoes
2 min
142
Lisa Faulkner and Bored of Lunch's Nathan Antho...
Actress and food writer Lisa Faulkner gives the lowdown on her best roast dinner, her mum’s cooking and her own journey to becoming a mum. Lisa is a celebrated actress, having featured in Holby City and Spooks before winning Celebrity MasterChef in 2010. She has since written a number of best-selling cookbooks. Nathan Anthony created Bored of Lunch during lockdown and hasn’t looked back. He’s amassed a social following of millions and his books have become instant bestsellers. He shares his top tips for cooking with an air-fryer, including his favourite air-fried dishes. Plus, the one recipe that doesn’t work in an air-fryer – regardless of what the viral videos say.
35 min
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Let's cook together: Super-Easy Salmon Fishcakes
2 min
144
Nadiya Hussain and founder of Jane's Patisserie...
National treasure and TV chef Nadiya Hussain and founder of Jane's Patisserie, Jane Dunn, speak with Samuel Goldsmith at the Food Food show's Let's Talk Food Stage.
29 min
145
Let's cook together: Halloumi Pasta
2 min
146
Pop legend Peter Andre and TV chef Rosemary Shr...
Peter Andre - pop star and Cooking with the Stars runner up - and his good friend and TV chef, Rosemary Shrager share their food stories exclusively with Samuel Goldsmith at the Good Food Show’s Let’s Talk Food stage.
42 min
147
Let's cook together: Airfryer Gluten Free Fish ...
2 min
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Chef Paul Ainsworth and Queen of Gluten-Free Be...
Becky Excell - aka the Queen of Gluten-free Cooking - and Saturday Kitchen regular, Chef Paul Ainsworth talk exclusively to Samuel Goldsmith at the Good Food Show’s Let’s Talk Food stage.
31 min
149
Let's cook together: Cookie Ice-Cream Sandwich
2 min
150
Donal Skehan talks food and Eurovision
Food writer and TV presenter Donal Skehan sits down with Samuel Goldsmith to discuss Irish cooking, the food scene in LA and his love of Eurovision. Plus, his favourite dish and culinary confessions.
44 min