Come Dine with Me (United Kingdom)
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Amateur chefs compete against each other by hosting a dinner party for the other contestants. Each competitor then rates the host's performance with the winner winning a £1,000 cash prize. An element of comedy is added to the show through comedian Dave Lamb, who provides a dry and "bitingly sarcastic" narration.
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Season 1 (January 2005 - February 2005)
1. Stoke, Jane Bagley
Aired: 10-01-2005
Part-time opera diva Jane Bagley from Come Dine With Me Stoke kicks off with a menu that looks set to impress. Her obsession with lists should ensure nothing is left to chance but the prospect of four strangers judging every last mouthful proves overwhelming.
2. Stoke, Sarah Adams-Lipa
Aired: 11-01-2005
Sarah provides this weeks second dinner and a glimpse into the glamours life of a real footballer's wife.
3. Stoke, Tricia Martin
Aired: 12-01-2005
Tricia Martin - Stoke's answer to Hyacinth Bucket - makes her bid for dinner party dominance in this episode of Come Dine With Me. Tricia's menu is carefully thought out: home-made watercress soup, fish pie and a sensational pannetone bread-and-butter pudding which she hopes will win top marks from her guests.
4. Stoke, Lesley Blood
Aired: 13-01-2005
Estate agent and former Miss Stoke finalist Lesley creates an extraordinary three-course all-chocolate menu. Can her guests stomach it?
5. Stoke, Father Lucifer Williams
Aired: 14-01-2005
Father Brian cooks dinner for four over-excited female guests in Come Dine With Me Stoke. IIt's the final dinner, and the gourmet group are really hitting their stride. Sarah, Tricia, Lesley and Jane are giggly, irreverent and something of a handful for the bemused Midlands vicar. Father Brian is a revelation in the kitchen: a breath-taking combination of Fanny Craddock and Basil Fawlty; it's not entirely clear whether he's heading for culinary canonisation or complete cooking chaos
6. London, Moona Messamri
Aired: 17-01-2005
Meet domestic goddess, Moona Messamri, from Come Dine With Me London. She believes her 10-course Italian feast will wow her guests and guarantee her top marks, but with such an extensive menu has she bitten off more than she can chew?
7. London, Bruce Mainwaring
Aired: 18-01-2005
City slicker, Bruce Mainwaring, from Come Dine With Me London plans to wow his guests with his stunning bachelor pad and extensive wine cellar. He's playing to win, but is so caught up with his food and wine that he makes some basic culinary blunders. But when the guests arrive, it soon becomes clear that Moona prefers the role of host to guest. She's no longer centre of attention and not happy sitting in Bruce's shadow.
8. London, Pauline Morrison
Aired: 19-01-2005
9. London, MIchael O'Keefe
Aired: 20-01-2005
Innovator, Michael O'Keefe, takes a relaxed approach to hosting in Come Dine With Me London. He believes success lies in perfect planning rather than slaving over a hot stove, so he's booked Caroline the caterer to cook up the winning dinner. For Michael, it's off to the poodle parlour to give his beloved dog Cosmo some pampering, followed by browsing round the shops and a leisurely coffee.
10. London, Belinda Taylor
Aired: 21-01-2005
Belinda hosts the final dinner party in Come Dine With Me London. Her newly decorated modern dining room is her pride and joy and she's hoping it will rid her of the "mumsy" image the rest of the group have labelled her with. Belinda's cooking a traditional roast meal (which probably won't help with the "mumsy" thing).
11. Leeds, Vera Liburd
Aired: 24-01-2005
Spiky-haired, leopard-printed dinner lady Vera Liburd welcomes four complete strangers into her home for the first dinner party in Come Dine With Me Leeds. And this dinner lady is hoping to cook her guests something a little more sophisticated than the average school dinner. She's confident that she can impress these four foodies with her cooking, but nerves and her own lethal fruit punch ensure the evening doesn't turn out exactly how she'd planned.
12. Leeds, Stuart Moss
Aired: 25-01-2005
Stuart creates something you’ve never seen before by combining two British favourites - the full English breakfast and the curry.
13. Leeds, Craig McAlpine
Aired: 26-01-2005
Super suave 25-year-old Craig is planning a thoroughly sophisticated evening for his guests. But will his formal manner stifle the atmosphere?
14. Leeds, Pippa Hudson
Aired: 27-01-2005
Pippa Hudson is well practised in the art of entertaining, but there's a small problem with her guests: she doesn't like them. In the fourth episode of Come Dine With Me Leeds we witness Pippa trying to make up for her lack of enthusiasm for the company with her food and wine
15. Leeds, Paul Ulett
Aired: 28-01-2005
It's the last menu of the competition in Come Dine With Me Leeds and the turn of former army chef Paul Ulett to host his dinner. He runs his kitchen by the 'five Ps' (prior preparation prevents poor performance). Will his army background ensure everything runs with military precision? Or will the evening turn into a boot camp for his guests?
16. London, Jane Furlong
Aired: 31-01-2005
Office manager Jane cooks up a lavish five-course banquet, but how will the guests react to her obsession with all things purple?
17. London, David Thomas
Aired: 01-02-2005
The centrepiece of debonair David's meal is ‘Duck in a Box’, a dish that he's created himself and involves a very clever trick with duck breasts and a loaf of bread.
18. London, Sarah Donohue
Aired: 02-02-2005
It's Sarah's turn to show off her hosting skills. She's laying on a 12-starter extravaganza. But will her love for the Middle East prove her undoing as well as her inspiration?
19. London, Rocky Scott
Aired: 03-02-2005
Rocky Scott doesn't believe dinner parties should be hard work. She relies on good, honest home cooking, most of which (in her case) can be bought from the shop.
20. London, Paul Martin
Aired: 04-02-2005
Paul’s homemade bread is calculated to impress, and his lemon tart looks truly delicious. The oven gloves are off for the final dinner party of Come Dine With Me!
Season 2 (September 2005 - September 2008)
1. Celebrity Special, Ben de Lisi
Aired: 12-09-2005
Ben de Lisi drew on his Italian cooking skills to prepare this broccoli pasta dish in the celebrity week of Come Dine With Me.
2. Series 2, Show 2
Aired: 13-09-2005
Jamaican flavourings and the classic Caribbean accompaniment of rice and pea, make for a sunshine filled chicken dish
3. Series 2, Show 3
Aired: 14-09-2005
Ulrika surprises everyone when she doesn't cook anything Swedish, instead opting for risotto and sea bass.
4. Series 2, Show 4
Aired: 15-09-2005
Comedian Helen Lederer hosta this evening and it's a night to remember for all the wrong reasons.
5. Series 2, Show 5
Aired: 16-09-2005
It's the final night and a winner will be announced, Once host David quantick get's his steaks on the table.
6. Essex, Jane Phillips Martin
Aired: 19-09-2005
Sales rep Jane from Essex chooses lamb shanks for her main course, but gets off to a bad start when she forgets the veg. There's more trouble back in the kitchen, where she cuts her finger preparing the asparagus.
7. Series 2, Show 7
Aired: 20-09-2005
Belly dancer June plans a relaxed night in Essex and is hoping to say 'ciao' to her rivals with her Italian-style menu, including sea bass and apricot tart. But she's picked the same starter, asparagus, as last night's host Jane and soon finds herself in trouble when she over cooks it.
8. Series 2, Show 8
Aired: 21-09-2005
Fitness fanatic Kevin serves up a health-conscious meal of carrot soup and salmon in Essex and then reveals exactly how many calories his guests are eating. His plan is to pour plenty of drink down his guests' throats, but will his transparent plan succeed?
9. Series 2, Show 9
Aired: 22-09-2005
Trainee actress Keeley in Essex has just moved house, hasn't got any cooking utensils and claims that asking a local restaurant to prepare her food is the only solution. But she isn't telling her guests what she's up to and has to use all her acting skills to keep them in the dark. Will Keeley escape detection by the curious Amanda?
10. Series 2, Show 10
Aired: 23-09-2005
Interior designer Amanda from Essex draws up plans for a formal banquet, brings in a friend to play butler for the night and wears pearls and a tiara for her dinner party. But after an exhausting week of fine dining, her guests prefer to chill out in her summerhouse between courses, where Jane and Kevin start to bicker with one another.
11. Series 2, Show 11
Aired: 26-09-2005
12. Series 2, Show 12
Aired: 27-09-2005
13. Series 2, Show 13
Aired: 28-09-2005
14. Doncaster, Danny Churchill
Aired: 29-09-2005
15. Series 2, Show 15
Aired: 30-09-2005
16. Series 2, Show 16
Aired: 03-10-2005
This round features fun-loving, flamboyant females from Brighton. Margaret fell in love with the West Indies while on holiday, so she's bringing a Caribbean theme to her menu.
17. Series 2, Show 17
Aired: 04-10-2005
Actress Julia has to put on the show of her life if she's going to scoop that first prize. She's decided to hire a butler to help her out, but will the others mark her down for cheating?
18. Series 2, Show 18
Aired: 05-10-2005
Tough-talking PR Paula knows some of Brighton's top restaurateurs and she's not too proud to call in a few favours, but even then the culinary cock-ups seem to flow from start to finish.
19. Series 2, Show 19
Aired: 06-10-2005
Glamour model-turned-housewife Nathalie may have braved the cameras but she's a bundle of nerves when it comes to cooking for her four feisty female guests.
20. Series 2, Show 20
Aired: 07-10-2005
Fiery farm-owner Melinda hopes to harvest the £1,000 prize with an upmarket evening. She's laying on a bumper crop of food including Beef Wellington, crab salad and a pudding of prunes.
21. Series 2, Show 21
Aired: 10-10-2005
22. Glasgow, Paul Lydon
Aired: 11-10-2005
23. Glasgow, Christine Thornton
Aired: 12-10-2005
24. Series 2, Show 24
Aired: 13-10-2005
25. Series 2, Show 25
Aired: 14-10-2005
26. Series 2, Show 26
Aired: 17-10-2005
27. Nottingham, Gordon Todd
Aired: 18-10-2005
28. Series 2, Show 28
Aired: 19-10-2005
29. Series 2, Show 29
Aired: 20-10-2005
30. Series 2, Show 30
Aired: 21-10-2005
31. Series 2, Show 31
Aired: 24-10-2005
This week's first host is steely PR Isabelle Goldstein. She's got one aim in life: to win, no matter what it takes. And she's not afraid to speak her mind. The north Londoner is convinced she's got the recipe for success with her menu of spicy soup, pancetta wrapped chicken, pears, good wine and the finest ingredients she can find. Can Isabelle talk her way to victory?
32. Series 2, Show 32
Aired: 25-10-2005
Second to play host in London is Aussie smoothie Chris D'Sylva. He's a laid-back drinks PR, who takes a relaxed attitude to entertaining. But his carefree approach soon gets him into trouble: he's doing panna cotta, but hasn't left enough time for it to set: will a few hours in the freezer do the trick? Cool cat Chris isn't feeling the heat in the kitchen.
33. Series 2, Show 33
Aired: 26-10-2005
Bill Buckley is used to entertaining in his day job as a local radio DJ. But he's determined to put on the show of his life today. A perfectionist, he's planned his menu of prawn mousse, baked skate and chocolate cheesecake with military precision. Will Bill's attention to detail ensure a relaxed evening for the other guests, or just put them on edge?
34. Series 2, Show 34
Aired: 27-10-2005
35. Series 2, Show 35
Aired: 28-10-2005
Friday's host is 30-year-old north Londoner Serena Wilson. She admits there's a touch of Bridget Jones about her, although at first she seems to avoid Bridget-esque disasters with a mushroom risotto using only the best ingredients. But just when she thought it was all under control, ill-feeling between two of her guests flares up into a full-blown argument.
36. Bristol, Nick Needs
Aired: 10-09-2007
37. Bristol, Rachel Hodgson
Aired: 11-09-2007
38. Bristol, Ronnie Masters
Aired: 12-09-2007
39. Bristol, Clive Bromhall
Aired: 13-09-2007
40. Bristol, Chyna Warren
Aired: 14-09-2007
41. Gloucester, Tim Small
Aired: 15-09-2008
42. Gloucester, Richenda Hines
Aired: 16-09-2008
43. Gloucester, Pat Shepherd
Aired: 17-09-2008
44. Gloucester, Nick Cooper
Aired: 18-09-2008
45. Gloucester, Kat McLeod
Aired: 19-09-2008
Season 3 (July 2006 - September 2008)
1. Series 3, Show 1
Aired: 24-07-2006
More familiar to London’s top restaurants, self confessed first time chef Rowland is a virtual stranger to his own kitchen. In the celebrity special his meringues are stuck to the baking tray, his pancakes are falling flat and for once our comedian host just can’t get his timings right.
2. Series 3, Show 2
Aired: 25-07-2006
Linda may have starred on theatre and television but she’s never before cooked a dinner party. She’s pinning her hopes on an “Italian” and “organic” menu, seeking inspiration from her best friend and a favourite local restaurant. Linda is second in the line up on the Come Dine With Me celebrity special.
3. Series 3, Show 3
Aired: 26-07-2006
Anneka’s more used to being wined and dined than getting her hands dirty, but still opts for an adventurous menu full of Mediterranean flavour, including a Catalan Paella in the celebrity special
4. Series 3, Show 4
Aired: 27-07-2006
Our celebrities on the celebrity special have bonded well – with the exception of restaurant critic Toby Young. His acerbic remarks have not gone unnoticed and he’s not been winning friends.
5. Series 3, Show 5
Aired: 28-07-2006
Hoping to wipe the floor with the competition on the celeb special is Aggie Mackenzie: she’s the co-presenter of ‘How Clean Is Your House’ and former Associate Editor of Good House Keeping Magazine…so her guests have very high expectations of her home and cooking.
6. Series 3, Show 6
Aired: 31-07-2006
71-year-old Terry White from Liverpool hopes to win over four complete strangers with his classic Cordon Bleu menu. He’s been cooking for over 40 years, but now he’ll have to learn some new tricks.
7. Series 3, Show 7
Aired: 01-08-2006
It’s the second gathering in Liverpool and tonight’s host is fishmonger Dan Redfern. Super competitive, he tries to impress his guests by spending £200 on alcohol alone to accompany an ambitions four course meal and an array of fish canapés.
8. Series 3, Show 8
Aired: 02-08-2006
Tonight it’s Nikki O’Leary’s turn to have a shot at the £1000 prize in Liverpool – but it’s not going to be easy because she’s planning to serve a three course vegan meal to four meat loving food connoisseurs.
9. Series 3, Show 9
Aired: 03-08-2006
Customer Service Manger Ian Cook, in Liverpool, tries to grab the top prize by planning his cooking as a military operation. Armed with the freshest ingredients, his own recipes and a superb knowledge of his critical guests, he tries to win them over one by one, by appeasing their particular tastes.
10. Series 3, Show 10
Aired: 04-08-2006
It’s the final night of the culinary stand off in Liverpool and it’s the turn of etiquette queen and Royalist, Margaret Twemlow. She has a hard act to follow, after a week featuring some of the highest scores seen on Come Dine With Me. But Margaret has a plan which just might put her in the lead.
11. Series 3, Show 11
Aired: 27-08-2006
12. Series 3, Show 12
Aired: 28-08-2006
13. Series 3, Show 13
Aired: 29-08-2006
14. Series 3, Show 14
Aired: 30-08-2006
15. Series 3, Show 15
Aired: 31-08-2006
16. Series 3, Show 16
Aired: 14-08-2006
It’s the start of five days of stiff culinary competition in London. Cooking for four complete strangers tonight is anthropologist Linda Shanson. She’s planned her menu to reflect her well travelled past, with no less than sixteen dishes from around the world.
17. Series 3, Show 17
Aired: 15-08-2006
It’s day two in London and tonight fishmonger Jonathan Norris is entertaining. He’s passionate about all things fish, and when he lays his eyes on a prize turbot, it’s love at first sight.
18. Series 3, Show 18
Aired: 16-08-2006
Night three in London and it’s the turn of seventy year old opera singer Patricia Varley who’s hoping to impress her guests with a retro menu of dinner party hits straight out of the seventies.
19. Series 3, Show 19
Aired: 17-08-2006
It’s the fourth day of the competition in London and tonight is the turn of Italian estate agent John Santamaria.
20. Series 3, Show 20
Aired: 18-08-2006
It’s the last night of the competition and our five London food lovers are about to find out who’s won that £1,000 first prize. Tonight’s host is architect, surveyor and property developer Richard Whitaker. Richard is a stickler for detail and when it comes to food everything has to be just so.
21. Series 3, Show 21
Aired: 21-08-2006
Fancy Dress company owner Julia Knight serve up a mexican theme Dinner Party.
22. Series 3, Show 22
Aired: 22-08-2006
Postman Grahm Fox aims for the £100 prize but there's a crab bone in the fish cakes!
23. Series 3, Show 23
Aired: 23-08-2006
Holistic Therapist Patsy serves up a spicy caribbean menu.
24. Series 3, Show 24
Aired: 24-08-2006
Erotic dancer Michele cooper trys to impresse her guests with chicken hotpot.
25. Series 3, Show 25
Aired: 25-08-2006
Half French Web designer Danny Fletcher trys to impress his guests with an all french menu.
26. Series 3, Show 26
Aired: 04-09-2006
27. Series 3, Show 27
Aired: 05-09-2006
28. Series 3, Show 28
Aired: 06-09-2006
29. Belfast, Jon Cross
Aired: 07-09-2006
30. Belfast, Caroline Teeling
Aired: 08-09-2006
31. Series 3, Show 31
Aired: 11-09-2006
Rachel ropes in her husband and kids but the move backfires when the kids brownies end up in the bin.
32. Series 3, Show 32
Aired: 12-09-2006
It’s day two in Cambridge and the turn of flash estate agent Gael Norris to show her skills. Gael is a perfectionist so goes to extraordinary lengths to make sure her meal is beautifully presented.
33. Cambridge, Phill Webb
Aired: 13-09-2006
Night three in Cambridge and it’s the turn of house husband and home grown produce fan Phil Webb, who’s hoping to impress his guests with a menu of pork straight from his own little piggies.
34. Series 3, Show 34
Aired: 14-09-2006
It’s day 4 of the competition in Cambridge and German born domestic goddess Simone Breneis is planning to pull out all the stops to make sure she wins.
35. Series 3, Show 35
Aired: 15-09-2006
The final night in Cambridge and it’s the turn of ex-nightclub singer turned market researcher Carolyn Tycer who’s concentrating more on the entertainment than the food.
36. Series 3, Show 36
Aired: 18-09-2006
It’s the first night of a week of fine dining in Ayr, and white witch Maureen McKissock is off to a spell-binding start as she prepares to throw a dinner party for four complete strangers.
37. Series 3, Show 37
Aired: 19-09-2006
It’s day two of the food lovers’ competition in Ayr, and the turn of college lecturer Elaine Munro. Elaine’s hoping her no-nonsense approach to dining will score highly.
38. Series 3, Show 38
Aired: 20-09-2006
Tonight it’s the turn of the only man in the group – Ayr's answer to Donald Trump – Forbes Robertson. Casino owner Forbes is no stranger to the high life, but he’s from humble beginnings and he’s planning a dinner party that reflects his down-to-earth roots.
39. Series 3, Show 39
Aired: 21-09-2006
It’s day four of the competition in Ayr and time for upmarket Englishwoman Lizzy McCubbin to show off her skills. She’s pulling out all the stops to offer polished presentation and the finest cuisine.
40. Series 3, Show 40
Aired: 22-09-2006
The prize for best host will be awarded this evening and Sarah will have to work hard to beat Elaine, who impressed everyone with her cool and collected hosting earlier in the week.
41. Series 3, Show 41
Aired: 01-01-2007
First up this week in Swansea is social worker David Murray. He considers himself the greatest of hosts and is hoping to wow his guests not just with his menu, but with an extravagant dining experience.
42. Series 3, Show 42
Aired: 02-01-2007
It’s the second day of the competition in Swansea. And today it’s the turn of 57 year old golfing fanatic Ernest Lemonheigh, who is hoping that his traditional Welsh fare of cockles, bacon and laver bread will be enough to bag him the £1000 prize money!
43. Series 3, Show 43
Aired: 03-01-2007
It’s the penultimate day of the culinary competition in Swansea. And today it’s the turn of 42 year old first class air hostess Karen Perry, who is hoping that her stylish salmon bake with chilli, lime and ginger will see her flying off with that £1000 first prize.
44. Series 3, Show 44
Aired: 04-01-2007
It’s the penultimate day of the culinary competition in Swansea. And today it’s the turn of 42 year old first class air hostess Karen Perry, who is hoping that her stylish salmon bake with chilli, lime and ginger will see her flying off with that £1000 first prize.
45. Series 3, Show 45
Aired: 05-01-2007
It’s the final day of our culinary competition in Swansea. Tonight it’s the turn of chocoholic super-mum, Heather Skipper. But after air-hostess Karen’s top flight performance last night Heather knows she’s got a tough challenge ahead to have a chance at winning the £1000 prize.
46. Series 3, Show 46
Aired: 03-09-2007
47. Series 3, Show 47
Aired: 04-09-2007
48. Series 3, Show 48
Aired: 05-09-2007
49. Series 3, Show 49
Aired: 06-09-2007
50. Series 3, Show 50
Aired: 07-09-2007
It’s day one of our culinary show-down, in and around the Cardiff area. And first to take on the challenge of cooking for four complete strangers is mum, and business woman, Suzanne Green, from Caerphilly. Suzanne is sure she’ll earn the highest marks from her guests by broadening their taste-bud horizons and giving them a completely new dining experience. With this in mind she serves up sweetbreads – or lambs’ testicles. It’s a risky dish to serve to four people she’s never met before – so will it pay off?
51. Series 3, Show 51
Aired: 10-09-2007
It’s day two in Cardiff. Tonight’s host is B&B owner Annette Howard. Last night Suzy Green cooked lamb testicles, but Annette didn’t share her sense of adventure and refused to eat them. Annette needs all the help she can get to win her guests around. Luckily she also claims to be a psychic, and as a surprise to help her spirit away that one thousand pound cash prize, she decides to buy them all a crystal.
52. Series 3, Show 52
Aired: 01-01-2008
It’s day two in Cardiff. Tonight’s host is B&B owner Annette Howard. Last night Suzy Green cooked lamb testicles, but Annette didn’t share her sense of adventure and refused to eat them. Annette needs all the help she can get to win her guests around. Luckily she also claims to be a psychic, and as a surprise to help her spirit away that one thousand pound cash prize, she decides to buy them all a crystal.
53. Series 3, Show 53
Aired: 02-01-2008
It’s the half way point of this week’s cook-off in Cardiff, and tonight it’s the turn of ex-merchant navy seaman Jim Blythe to try and steady the ship after a rocky two days. Last night crystal-healer Annette Howard failed to impress with her menu of prawn cocktail and fried chicken, and with the Cardiff natives now both hungry and restless, Jim has a job on his hands to restore calm.
54. Series 3, Show 54
Aired: 03-01-2008
It’s the penultimate dinner party in Cardiff. Last night ex-merchant seaman Jim Blythe sailed into the lead with a gastronomic tour of the South Seas but his dinner party hit stormy waters when tempers flared between Annette and Jane. Tonight’s host socialist and postman Charlie Balch hopes that his organic food will stamp out any bad feeling.
55. Series 3, Show 55
Aired: 04-01-2008
It’s the last night of the competition in Cardiff and the all-important final dinner party is being hosted by fun-loving nurse and true Welsh patriot Jane Lloyd, who’s hoping to wow her guests by serving up a local speciality: Coes cig oen rhost (roast lamb).
56. Series 3, Show 56
Aired: 25-08-2008
Interior designer Carlos Buller, from Come Dine With Me Manchester, knows how to throw a good party. The self-assured chef thinks he's the don of dinner party hosting because he "knows what people want". "They want the best and nothing but the best and I will give them that," he chirrups.
57. Series 3, Show 56
Aired: 31-12-2007
Extrovert housing officer Susan Bicknell, from Come Dine With Me Manchester, has a lot of energy and admits she "can do people's heads in sometimes". She doesn't mind opinions but doesn't want to join any opinion parties - whatever they are. Right you are, Susan
58. Series 3, Show 58
Aired: 27-08-2008
Performing artist, Dan Cumberland, from Come Dine With Me Manchester, is a vegetarian who believes people should be able to kill what they eat. He likes his food to be as pure as possible. "I don't like food that's been radio-actified," he admits. Well Dan, it's an acquired taste.
59. Series 3, Show 59
Aired: 28-08-2008
Straight-talking mother-of-two, Karen Oulton, is incredibly honest and won't eat anything just to be polite. She claims not to like confrontation but, having got off to a bad start with Carlos on the first day and offended Dan on the third, she seems to be running out of friends fast.
60. Series 3, Show 60
Aired: 29-08-2008
Night club manager Stuart Burke describes himself as a flamboyant, outgoing and lively personality who's not afraid to experiment in the kitchen. He's also very critical - so let's hope he can live up to his own exacting standards.
61. Series 3, Show 61
Aired: 01-09-2008
62. Birmingham, Ian Harvey
Aired: 02-09-2008
Host on night two of Come Dine With Me Birmingham is opinionated recruitment consultant and gym bunny, Ian Harvey "If someone doesn't hold my interest, I make it so obvious," warns Ian, "I pretty much ignore them." Trainee wine merchant and all round charmer, Ian, thinks he's a cut above the rest and is confident his combination of great timing and even greater wine will see him pocket the prize money. He'll be using his skills to match a different wine to each course and hoping his guests stay sober enough to taste them.
63. Birmingham, Amanda Kleman
Aired: 03-09-2008
Flying the flag for Birmingham on night three is garage manager, Amanda Kelman Amanda doesn't suffer fools gladly and after the chaos of the first two nights, she reckons she's in with a chance at the prize fund. Cool, calm, collected, Amanda's recipe for success means giving her guests whatever their hearts desire. And if it all goes wrong - there's always the Chinese takeaway.
64. Birmingham, Wayne Starr
Aired: 04-09-2008
Man of the world, Wayne, is used to living the high life, so there's a treat in store when his humble Come Dine With Me Birmingham rivals come to his crib Wayne's ideal dinner party would involve him and four ladies. Happily for his wife, there's another man at the table. And what a table. Wayne's dressed his dining room as if it were Christmas; he's even made place settings. Lovely.
65. Birmingham, Suzie Allen
Aired: 05-09-2008
Sporty singleton, Suzie, has some secrets up her sleeve for her Come Dine With Me Birmingham guests Demure divorcee, Suzie, is looking for love. Sadly, this week hasn't thrown up any Romeos. Still, onwards and upwards. A cool £1000 cash might help cheer a lonely heart. Suzie certainly thinks so. "I've got an inner belief that it's just going to be fantastic on my night," she gushes.
66. Kent, Tanya Jay
Aired: 08-09-2008
Tanya Jay served up 17 fiery-hot dishes to her Come Dine With Me Kent guests Setting the benchmark in Kent is Sri Lankan petrol station supremo, Tanya Jay. With a doting husband, four obedient children and her very own driver, this pampered princess is more used to being served than serving up. But what Tanya wants, Tanya gets and right now, she wants cold, hard cash.
67. Kent, Trevor Smith
Aired: 09-09-2008
Self-appointed joker-of-the-week Trevor Smith planned a fool-proof feast for his Come Dine With Me Kent guests. Well, he tried 52 year old Trevor Smith loves music, Arsenal and Hawaiian shirts. He also loves red wine and after necking bottles of the stuff at Tanya's dinner party, he's battling a hangover as he prepares for his turn playing host.
68. Kent, Allen Brockington
Aired: 10-09-2008
International businessman Allen Brockington, showed his culinary skills on night three of Come Dine With Me in Kent He might be an international businessman but gentle giant, Allen, is all about the home comforts. He likes gardening, painting and happily for his guests, cooking. He's planning a laid back evening with nice food, nice presentation and nice wine. Sounds nice.
69. Kent, Zoe Mortlock
Aired: 11-09-2008
Zoe Mortlock used her psychological profiling powers to pitch for victory in Come Dine With Me Kent Zoe Mortlock is qualitative research executive. Know what that means? Nope, neither do we. Whatever it is, she reckons she can use her work skills to play a 'sly game'. We don't know what that means either.
70. Kent, Steven Parks
Aired: 12-09-2008
Dental technician and wannabe DJ, Steven Parks think's his culinary class makes him the man to beat in Come Dine With Me Kent Steven's been bitching about his rivals' efforts all week but thanks to Tanya's constant cob-on, no-one appears to have noticed. Except us. So what does the dining diva have up his sleeve? "I won't put on my high heels to entertain people," he scoffs - that is a disappointment
Season 4 (April 2008 - June 2008)
0. Series 4, Show 0
1. Series 4, Show 1
A delectable festive treat as four amateur chefs from York take turns to prepare and serve one dish of a four-course festive banquet to the other three, who they've never met before.
2. Series 4, Show 2
Aired: 17-04-2008
3. Series 4, Show 3
Aired: 24-04-2008
Vet Edward Davies uses food close to home for his menu, collecting the lamb for his starter from a nearby farmer and catching trout locally. As he is prone to panic, he chooses straightforward recipes in an attempt to have a stress-free day. However, his determination to win leads to him adding a savoury cheesecake as an appetiser and he begins to feel the pressure as time flies by
4. Series 4, Show 4
Aired: 01-05-2008
Businesswoman Jan Burrows tries to win over her fellow competitors by cooking a three-course meal consisting of all her favourite foods. She also has a trick up her sleeve, which she hopes will earn her extra points - dessert served in a hot tub
5. Series 4, Show 5
Aired: 08-05-2008
Howard the hairdresser from Hale is desperate to prove to the other guests he's got what it takes to be as good as any top chef and pulls out all the stops in a bid to win. However, his perfectionism could prove an insurmountable obstacle for him to overcome
6. Series 4, Show 6
Aired: 15-05-2008
7. Series 4, Show 7
Aired: 22-05-2008
8. Series 4, Show 8
Aired: 29-05-2008
Bath is home to this week's dinner party hosts, all hoping win the £1,000 first prize. Town crier Adrian's hopes to win are scuppered when he discovers his moggy has beaten his canapés.
9. Series 4, Show 9
Aired: 05-06-2008
This episode from Glasgow is one of the fiercest food fights so far and the four dinner party hosts will stop at nothing to win the £1,000 prize
10. Series 4, Show 10
Aired: 12-06-2008
The competitive dinner party series visits Devon with four new competitors battling it out for the £1,000 prize
11. Series 4, Show 11
Aired: 19-06-2008
Norwich is the venue for these four contestants to battle for the £100 prize. Zara Davies, David Knight, Seamus Farrelly, Wendy Holdsworth.
Season 5 (July 2007 - December 2008)
1. All in One: Celebrity(62 min)
Aired: 01-07-2007
Anneka Rice, Linda Robson, Aggie MacKenzie, Rowland Rivron and Toby Young take it in turns to hold a dinner party for each other.
2. All in One: Merseyside(62 min)
Aired: 08-07-2007
Five strangers from Merseyside attempt to saute, simmer and steam their way to success as they take it in turns to throw their idea of the perfect dinner party
3. All in One: Belfast(62 min)
Aired: 15-07-2007
Five strangers from Belfast battle for the title of best host.
4. All in One: Edinburgh(62 min)
Aired: 22-07-2007
Five strangers from Edinburgh battle to show they're the city's finest entertainers
5. All in One: London(62 min)
Aired: 29-07-2007
Opera, globe-trotting menus and a whiff of 70s nostalgia are all part of this competitive cookery offering. The five competitors hail from London and will be aiming to win the best host title.
6. All in One: Brighton(62 min)
Aired: 05-08-2007
Another serving of fine food and healthy rivalry, as, in cosmopolitan Brighton, five fun-loving females battle it out to hold what they think is the ideal dinner party.
7. All in One: Cambridge(62 min)
Aired: 12-08-2007
Four career women take on a house husband as five food lovers from Cambridge compete to win a £1000 cash prize.
8. All in One: Derby(62 min)
Aired: 19-08-2007
A clown, a pole dancer and a half-French web designer are among the competitors as five foodies from Derby battle to stage the perfect dinner party.
9. All in One: Glasgow(62 min)
Aired: 26-08-2007
A cool young bachelor takes on four women in the culinary contest in Glasgow. All five are cooking their idea of the perfect dinner party, but who will win the prize?
10. All in One: London (2)(62 min)
Aired: 28-12-2007
The knives are out as five keen cooks from London each stage their own dinner party and mark one another's efforts, as they battle to win £1000.
11. All in One: Ayr(62 min)
Aired: 29-12-2007
The amateur chefs all come from Ayr, and Maureen McKissock starts the proceedings.
12. All in One: Nottingham(62 min)
Aired: 26-12-2008
A psychic, an amateur embalmer and an Australian who cooks crocodile and kangaroo are among the contestants in this culinary competition from Nottingham
13. All in One: Swansea(62 min)
Aired: 09-09-2007
The knives are out in Swansea, as five keen cooks battle to win £1000 in cash by staging what they think is the perfect dinner party.
14. TBD
15. TBD
Season 6 (April 2008 - June 2009)
1. Celebrity Special - 1
Aired: 10-04-2008
A new series of Channel 4's popular culinary extravaganza begins with a celebrity special. Tamara Beckwith, cheeky MC Harvey, Lynsey de Paul and Jonathan Ansell compete for the prize of best host.
2. Celebrity Special - 2
Aired: 14-11-2008
Four Newcastle cooks do battle for the £1000 prize. Lee Eley, Brian Moore, Rebecca Hambly, Brenda Mallam.
3. Series 6, Show 3
Aired: 21-11-2008
Another four amateur chefs cook for each other. The two ladies are a bit more interested in their male companions than they are in the food.
4. Series 6, Show 4
Aired: 28-11-2008
Today the show heads to Bournemouth, where four amateur chefs each stage a dinner party to find who will be crowned the winning host and seize the £1,000 prize Claudette Brady, Sonia Peck, James Dean, Clive Page.
5. Series 6, Show 5
Aired: 04-12-2008
Dinner-party series Come Dine with Me serves up another irresistible helping, with this week's hosts hailing from Newport. There's tears, trauma and of course the £1000 prize money to win!
6. Series 6, Show 6
Aired: 11-12-2008
This week's competitive cooks hail from Sheffield, but to get their hands on the £1,000 prize, the four enthusiastic amateur chefs must impress the rest by hosting the finest dinner party With Susanne Bell, Ollie Baxter, Hazel Glossop and Chris Crossley
7. Series 6, Show 7
Aired: 18-12-2008
This week's show from Oxford, pits cheese enthusiast Juliet against fussy eater Adish, who can't, or won't, disguise her obvious distaste for the delicacy
8. Bath: All in One(48 min)
Aired: 29-05-2009
The four contestants, all from Bath, are: town crier Adrian Dando, IT manager Simon Goddard, Kenyan born community worker Sarah Hillman, and horse eventer Annie Todd.
10. Exeter: All in One(48 min)
Aired: 12-06-2009
The four contestants, all from Devon, are: supermarket owner Karen Bretagne, Sarah Corbett', who believes image is everything; pig farmer Deborah Custance-Baker, and IT consultant Darren Frame, who dislikes self-absorbed giggly girls.
12. All in One: Celebrity Special, Peter Stringfellow, Lee Ryan, Michelle Heaton, Linda Barker
Aired: 17-09-2008
Legendary nightclub owner Peter Stringfellow, Blue heartthrob singer Lee Ryan, pop princess and party girl Michelle Heaton and interior design guru Linda Barker battle it out to win
13. All in One: Celebrity Special, Caprice Bourret, Nicky Clarke, Jimmy Osmond, Nancy Sorrell
Aired: 14-11-2008
Model Caprice, hairdresser Nicky Clarke, TV presenter Nancy Sorrell and music legend Jimmy Osmond all try to host the perfect dinner party.
14. All in One: Aberdeen
Aired: 21-11-2008
The culinary contest takes place in Aberdeen as nightclub manager Rick, pub landlord Bob, farm owner Amanda and care worker Laura compete to throw the best dinner party.
15. All in One: East Yorkshire
Aired: 28-11-2008
East Yorkshire's finest take turns to see who can host the best dinner party, with the culinary quartet secretly marking each other's efforts to decide who walks away with the cash.
16. All in One: Plymouth
Aired: 04-12-2008
Loud and proud cooking obsessive Nat Jaspers is the first host in the culinary competition, dishing up an array of homemade curiosities including wine, beer, jams and bread.
17. All in One: Blackburn
Aired: 11-12-2008
In Blackburn, four strangers take it in turns to throw their idea of the perfect dinner party. But demanding diner Stephen Mahon could prove to be more than the other competitors had bargained for...
18. All in One: Royal Berkshire
Aired: 18-12-2008
The culinary competition comes from Berkshire, where Belgian-born foodie Fred Wilkinson reckons Brits can't cook. But he's soon left reeling on the first night by hostess Helen Kent.
19. Series 6, Show 19
Aired: 01-03-2009
Four Swindon Cooks Compete For the £1000 This Week. Self-proclaimed psychic, Annette, claims to speak with angels. Will her cooking be fit for the gods? Food snob, Mark, is a chauvinist and proud of it. Can he win points from three opinionated ladies? Sarah Louise is going for a Greek themed meal but with tempers high it could end in tragedy? Fruity Imelda likes the finer things in life, like tinned milk and curries that blow your head off
20. Series 6, Show 20
Aired: 15-03-2009
In this episode of Come Dine With Me, it's women only as four females from Southampton take it in turns to throw their idea of the perfect dinner party There's a chill in the air when the four ladies come face to face and find there isn't a man in sight. And the first host, Amy Lovett, nearly chokes her guests...
21. All in One: Blackpool
Aired: 05-05-2009
In Blackpool four strangers take it in turns to throw their idea of the perfect dinner party. There's a colourful cast and when one guest brings out their own chilli sauce, sparks fly.
22. Series 6, Show 22
Aired: 03-05-2009
In this episode, four super-competitive cooks from Wolverhampton take turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party But there are times when confidence can be misread as arrogance, and some of the tactics used in this week's competition prove hard to swallow, especially when beautician Farida Kalifa is insulted on night one by Mike Brett, who in turn is gunning for cocky salesman, Lee Pritchett. Meanwhile, Lee rapidly decides that Daddy's girl, Natalie Middleton, can be swept away in the competition. There are desserts thrown, insults hurled and points lost in the grim battle to win the title and the prize.
23. Series 6, Show 23
Aired: 10-05-2009
The Luton set battle it out for the culinary prize. Luigi Muscella, Noorani Williamson, Martin Palmer, Alison Balfour-Lynn
Season 7 (February 2006 - January 2010)
1. Series 7, Show 1
Aired: 19-01-2009
Nigel Evans gave his guests a night to remember with Hollywood glamour and downright diva bitching
2. Series 7, Show 2
Aired: 20-01-2009
Valerie's a dinner party veteran, but her skills are put to the test when one of her guests is sick
3. Series 7, Show 3
Aired: 21-01-2009
Bernard's the fly in the sugar-bowl, driving one fellow guest to tears and the rest to distraction
4. Series 7, Show 4
Aired: 22-01-2009
Dawn's had an emotional week: driven to tears; being sick. Can she choke it back for her big night?
5. Series 7, Show 5
Aired: 23-01-2009
After a week of catastrophes, the money is there for the taking, if Paul can only hold it together
6. Series 7, Show 6
Aired: 26-01-2009
The city of Ipswich has more pigs than people and the first of our hosts hogging the limelight on Come Dine With Me Ipswich hopes her guests will be greedy for seafood Former pub landlady, Zoe Condon, thinks her experience running a pub makes her an expert in grub. But if her rivals' repasts don't come up to scratch don't expect Zoe to mince her words. "If someone comes to the table and says 'did you enjoy that?' and I didn't I'll tell them. Or else how do they learn?" You teach 'em Zoe.
7. Series 7, Show 7
Aired: 27-01-2009
8. Series 7, Show 8
Aired: 28-01-2009
9. Series 7, Show 9
Aired: 29-01-2009
10. Series 7, Show 10
Aired: 30-01-2009
Buff butcher, Gerard from Come Dine With Me Ipswich has the women eating out of his hand. But with a starter of black pudding and chicken livers he's going to need all the charm he can muster. "It's a brave choice," he admits. "I don't think anyone would want that, except maybe Baz."
11. Series 7, Show 11
Aired: 02-02-2009
Kicking off the week in Come Dine With Me - South London is half-American, half-Swedish host, Judi Lembke As a trained journalist, Judi's strength is making people feel comfortable. And talking. She's very good at talking. As host number one, all Judi wants is for her guests to relax and have a great night at her home: "Kick off your shoes!" she says, "or not!" Anything goes at Judi's krazee house
12. Series 7, Show 12
Aired: 03-02-2009
Legal eagle, Lisa, is the second host to try her luck in Come Dine With Me - South London but the hour she serves dinner at is criminal Clean freak Lisa's day takes a turn for the worse when her Parmesan crisps drip onto her pristine oven. Cheese melts - who'd have thought it? Her cooker calamities get worse still when the whole thing packs up leaving her lamb shanks on the wrong side of bloody.
13. Series 7, Show 13
Aired: 04-02-2009
Deer-collecting deputy head, Peter, is the next Come Dine With Me - South London host to take up the gauntlet - but will his cooking stag-ger his guests? Peter Rixham describes himself as 'surprisingly single' and it's certainly not because of a lack of equestrian wear: "I've got some riding boots here, never worn them but I thought if someone ever says 'do you want to go riding?' that could be fun."
14. Series 7, Show 14
Aired: 05-02-2009
Self-proclaimed wine expert, Moni, brought her refined palate to Come Dine With Me - South London. She loves fine wines. As long as they're Chateauneuf-du-Pape Moni is an office manager who loves managing offices. She's also a vegetarian but that doesn’t mean she's boring. People might think she is boring, but she's not boring. Got that? She's not boring.
15. Series 7, Show 15
Aired: 06-02-2006
Matthew is planning to dazzle his Come Dine With Me - South London dinner guests with his Jamie Oliver-style skills, but would Jamie serve his guests packet pasta? Matthew has been a complete food snob all week, turning his epicurean nose up at Judi's schnapps (mass produced), Moni's dahl (too runny) and Lisa's lamb (we'll give him that one). Matthew doesn't blame the other hosts; after all, he's been cooking dinner parties for his dinner party group from the age of 16.
16. Series 7, Show 16
Aired: 09-02-2009
17. Series 7, Show 17
Aired: 10-02-2009
18. Series 7, Show 18
Aired: 11-02-2009
19. Series 7, Show 19
Aired: 12-02-2009
20. Series 7, Show 20
Aired: 13-02-2009
Recruitment manager, Chris Brady, from Come Dine With Me - Manchester, hires and fires for a living and is not afraid to tell it like it is. But his cutting comments have left him locking horns with Shaida all week. Can his cooking conquer her heart?
21. Series 7, Show 21
Aired: 16-02-2009
Night Club owner Tony serves Lobster to his guests.
22. Series 7, Show 22
Aired: 17-02-2009
PR Boss Bernice Saltzer is hoping her wealth of cooking experience and two desert meal will win her the prize.
23. Series 7, Show 23
Aired: 18-02-2009
Football fanatic Ashley, Cooks A Classic Menu including salmon mousse and stilton crushed steak.
24. Series 7, Show 24
Aired: 19-02-2009
Barrister, Anthony Merton-Smith serves a fine dining menu including Game.
25. Series 7, Show 25
Aired: 20-02-2009
The Concluding Dinner of the week and host Roy Ledger is preparing a full festive dinner in the height of summer.
26. Series 7, Show 26
Aired: 01-06-2009
Tara runs a local café and she's bringing all her catering expertise to the table tonight. "I'm the Arbroath Rocky," says the feisty femme. "I'm in it to win it. I'm a fighter. I'll do anything it takes. I'll do anything they ask me - I'll grovel."
27. Series 7, Show 27
Aired: 02-06-2009
Artist Francis is creating a culinary masterpiece using only the finest foods, dahling, on Come Dine With Me Dundee Francis might come across as a cutie pie, but he reckons he's hiding a dark side. "I suppose I'm sort of a snake," he confesses, "I will talk behind people's back on the camera, because I'll probably be too scared to tell them to their faces."
28. Series 7, Show 28
Aired: 03-06-2009
Girlie girl Laura hosts a night of glitz, glamour and plenty of sparkle on Come Dine With Me Dundee If it's pink or silver or sparkly, Laura will love it. For her dinner party, she's going for a full of frou-frou fest worthy of a Disney princess. "I think my night will definitely have the 'woo-hoo factor'," she grins.
29. Series 7, Show 29
Aired: 04-06-2009
Ex-serviceman Jimmy Fox is hosting day four of the competition. Jimmy thinks that the way to his guests’ hearts is to serve an all-Scottish menu, using ingredients from a low-cost supermarket. But will Jimmy’s tendency to count the pennies with his dinner budget cost him vital points?
30. Series 7, Show 30
Aired: 05-06-2006
Like a rose between four thorns, Adam has been doing his bit for Anglo-Scot relations on Come Dine With Me Dundee Like an inversed Braveheart, Adam has been the token Englishman among some very feisty Scots this week, but he is certain his skills will win him the bills. "If they like good food they'll enjoy my meal very much," he declares.
31. Series 7, Show 31
Aired: 08-06-2009
Sales manager, Kate Hibbert, from Come Dine With Me Portsmouth is used to working in quality control so when it comes to ingredients, only the best will do. "I think I probably am a food snob," she admits.
32. Series 7, Show 32
Aired: 09-06-2009
Flight steward, Lee Stafford, has spent 10 years hosting first class dinner parties in the sky so he's confident he can serve up a meal to blow his guests away in Come Dine With Me Portsmouth To make sure his dinner table looks just so, Lee's insisted on a red and black dress code for the evening to complement his tableware. Ever the gentleman, he'll be rewarding the ladies' efforts with luxurious presents of sweets and smellies.
33. Series 7, Show 33
Aired: 10-06-2009
Restaurant boss, Maria Wilkinson, is relying on the power of disco to make sure her supper sparkles in Come Dine With Me Portsmouth To guarantee a good time vibe at her dinner party, Maria's enlisted business partner, Lou, to wait on her guests and show them a good time. The party pair also plan to get the diners up dancing after every course.
34. Series 7, Show 34
Aired: 11-06-2009
Detective constable, Sheena Ives, from Come Dine With Me Portsmouth, is something of a cosmic copper as she admits to listening to crystals and being guided by angels. "My friends would describe me as deranged, mad as a fish, slightly loopy," she confesses.
35. Series 7, Show 35
Aired: 12-06-2009
Holistic therapist, Lynne, has had a cold all week which hasn't warmed her much to the other guests. She's not been to keen on her rival hosts' food either, so they're expecting something special from the final meal in Come Dine With Me Portsmouth
36. Series 7,Show 36
Aired: 31-08-2009
37. Series 7,Show 37
Aired: 01-09-2009
38. Series 7,Show 38
Aired: 02-09-2009
39. Series 7,Show 39
Aired: 03-09-2009
40. Series 7,Show 40
Aired: 04-09-2009
41. Series 7,Show 41
Aired: 07-09-2009
42. Series 7,Show 42
Aired: 08-09-2009
43. Series 7,Show 43
Aired: 09-09-2009
44. Series 7,Show 44
Aired: 10-09-2009
45. Series 7,Show 45
Aired: 11-09-2009
46. Series 7,Show 46
Aired: 25-01-2010
47. Series 7,Show 47
Aired: 26-01-2010
48. Series 7,Show 48
Aired: 27-01-2010
49. Series 7,Show 49
Aired: 28-01-2010
50. Series 7,Show 50
Aired: 29-01-2010
Season 8 (December 2008 - March 2010)
1. Extra Portions: Bournemouth, Claudette Brady
Aired: 22-12-2008
2. Extra Portions: Bournemouth, Sonia Peck
Aired: 22-12-2008
3. Extra Portions: Bournemouth, James Dean
Aired: 22-12-2008
4. Extra Portions: Bournemouth, Clive Page
Aired: 22-12-2008
5. Extra Portions: Newport, Nick Payne
Aired: 23-12-2008
6. Extra Portions: Newport, Tony Wardle
Aired: 23-12-2008
7. Extra Portions: Newport, Sam Mallet
Aired: 23-12-2008
8. Extra Portions: Newport, Jan Taylor
Aired: 23-12-2008
9. Extra Portions: Devon, Karen Bretagne
Aired: 24-12-2008
10. Extra Portions: Devon, Deborah Custance-Baker
Aired: 24-12-2008
11. Extra Portions: Devon, Sarah Corbett
Aired: 24-12-2008
12. Extra Portions: Devon, Darren Frame
Aired: 24-12-2008
13. Extra Portions: Newcastle, Lee Eley
Aired: 05-01-2009
14. Extra Portions: Newcastle, Brian Moore
Aired: 05-01-2009
15. Extra Portions: Newcastle, Rebecca Hambly
Aired: 05-01-2009
16. Extra Portions: Newcastle, Brenda Mallam
Aired: 05-01-2009
17. Extra Portions: Sheffield, Susanne Bell
Aired: 06-01-2009
18. Extra Portions: Sheffield, Chris Crossley
Aired: 06-01-2009
19. Extra Portions: Sheffield, Hazel Glossop
Aired: 06-01-2009
20. Extra Portions: Sheffield, Ollie Baxter
Aired: 06-01-2009
21. Extra Portions: Norwich, Zara Davies
Aired: 07-01-2009
22. Extra Portions: Norwich, David Knight
Aired: 07-01-2009
23. Extra Portions: Norwich, Seamus Farrelly
Aired: 07-01-2009
24. Extra Portions: Norwich, Wendy Holdsworth
Aired: 07-01-2009
25. Extra Portions: Bath, Sarah Hillman
Aired: 08-01-2009
26. Extra Portions: Bath, Simon Goddard
Aired: 08-01-2009
27. Extra Portions: Bath, Adrian Dando
Aired: 08-01-2009
28. Extra Portions: Bath, Annie Todd
Aired: 08-01-2009
29. Extra Portions: Coventry, James Paley
Aired: 09-01-2009
30. Extra Portions: Coventry, Vera Phillips Griffith
Aired: 09-01-2009
31. Extra Portions: Coventry, Jon Bramley
Aired: 09-01-2009
32. Extra Portions: Coventry, Marie Hughes-Price
Aired: 09-01-2009
33. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Jonathan Ansell
Aired: 06-07-2009
34. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Lynsey de Paul
Aired: 07-07-2009
35. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Tamara Beckwith
Aired: 08-07-2009
36. Extra Portions: Celebrity, MC Harvey
Aired: 09-07-2009
37. Extra Portions: Aberdeen, Amanda Westlake
Aired: 13-07-2009
38. Extra Portions: Aberdeen, Rick Breckenridge
Aired: 14-07-2009
39. Extra Portions: Aberdeen, Laura Rojales
Aired: 15-07-2009
40. Extra Portions: Aberdeen, Robert (Bob) Calder
Aired: 16-07-2009
41. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Linda Barker
Aired: 20-07-2009
First up to try and dazzle her guests in this celebrity special with an evening of home-made touches is interior designer Linda Barker who's so keen to impress that she's sowing her own napkins.
42. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Lee Ryan
Aired: 21-07-2009
It's day two of the competition between four famous foodies and the turn of ex-Blue heart-throb Lee Ryan, to put his culinary prowess to the test.
43. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Michelle Heaton
Aired: 22-07-2009
It's day three and today's host is pop princess Michelle Heaton who has never held a formal dinner party before, and is a complete novice when it comes to cooking.
44. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Peter Stringfellow
Aired: 23-07-2009
It's the final day of the competition, and last to host this week is legendary ladies man and nightclub impresario, Peter Stringfellow.
45. Extra Portions: East Yorkshire, Wendy Spencer
Aired: 27-07-2009
The competition comes from East Yorkshire, with the first contestant to put their hosting skills to the test being 50-year-old beauty salon boss, Wendy Spencer.
46. Extra Portions: East Yorkshire, Andrew Smith
Aired: 28-07-2009
47. Extra Portions: East Yorkshire, Sandra Brooks
Aired: 29-07-2009
The competition continues and 57-year-old market researcher Sandra Brooks, is out to prove that her Tupperware saleswoman background is just the thing to bag her the 1000 pounds prize.
48. Extra Portions: East Yorkshire, John Beachell
Aired: 30-07-2009
It's the last day of the competition in East Yorkshire and farmer's son John Beachell is confident he'll serve the best food, but his guests are more preoccupied with bickering.
49. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Nancy Sorrell
Aired: 03-08-2009
Nancy Sorrell's guests are Jimmy Osmond, Nicky Clarke and Caprice, who are introduced to Nancy's secret weapon, a bumbling butler (played by her husband Vic Reeves).
50. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Caprice Bourret
Aired: 03-08-2009
Model-turned-lingerie-designer Caprice hosts this evening's meal and she has a few surprises in store for her guests.
51. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Nicky Clarke
Aired: 03-08-2009
Hairstylist-to-the-stars Nicky Clarke is preparing a whole salt-baked sea bass for his main course, which is bad news for Jimmy Osmond and his delicate constitution.
52. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Jimmy Osmond
Aired: 03-08-2009
Singing legend Jimmy Osmond plans to overwhelm his tired guests with four courses, including some ice-cream from Harrods that has been specially blended for him.
53. Extra Portions: West Yorkshire, Ben Huckerby
Aired: 04-08-2009
Interior designer Ben Huckerby hosts the first dinner party in a West Yorkshire castle that he doesn't own. Will his guests be impressed?
54. Extra Portions: West Yorkshire, Linda Lennon
Aired: 04-08-2009
Self-appointed Queen of Caribbean cooking Linda Lennon is convinced her West Indian menu is a winning one. It has a few unusual touches, which may prove to be a gamble.
55. Extra Portions: West Yorkshire, Jon Wiltshire
Aired: 04-08-2009
Jon upsets Linda before his evening's even started, when she discovers he's also cooking West Indian food. She reckons he's got no chance, but his clam chowder and key lime pie is a hit.
56. Extra Portions: West Yorkshire, Jo Mills
Aired: 04-08-2009
Trainee science teacher Jo Mills provides a Spanish-themed menu with no fewer than seven different tapas for her starter, including fried octopus.
57. Extra Portions: Plymouth, Natalie Jaspers
Aired: 05-08-2009
The first host in Plymouth is good-life enthusiast Natalie Jaspers, a home-cook extraordinaire who brews her own wine and beer, grows her own veg, and makes everything from scratch.
58. Extra Portions: Plymouth, Carla Wisdom Grey
Aired: 05-08-2009
Calm and sassy Carla Wisdom Grey prides herself on her relaxed approach to cooking. Carla has selected dishes she is familiar with, in the hope she'll stay cool, calm and collected throughout the evening.
59. Extra Portions: Plymouth, David Martin
Aired: 05-08-2009
Having been picked on during the last two meals, David Martin hopes that as host he'll finally command some respect from his guests, but he's more than aware it will be an uphill battle.
60. Extra Portions: Plymouth, Sharron Robbie
Aired: 05-08-2009
Sharon Robbie has boasted throughout the week about her cooking and entertaining skills, so her guests' expectations are exceptionally high. Will she be a winner?
61. Extra Portions: Glasgow, Wendy Ockrim
Aired: 06-08-2009
62. Extra Portions: Glasgow, Jane Morton
Aired: 06-08-2009
63. Extra Portions: Glasgow, Mabel Wong
Aired: 06-08-2009
64. Extra Portions: Glasgow, Benito Gundin
Aired: 06-08-2009
65. Extra Portions: Oxford, Greg Miller
Aired: 12-08-2009
The competition comes from Oxfordshire and Greg Miller is set on delighting his guests with an exotic South African menu of wildebeest and smoked snoek. Not everyone's cup of tea...
66. Extra Portions: Oxford, Juliet Harbutt
Aired: 12-08-2009
Juliet Harbutt, who doesn't suffer fussy eaters gladly, has her work cut out for her as all the diners find something to complain about.
67. Extra Portions: Oxford, Adish Vadivale
Aired: 12-08-2009
Devout Hindu Adish Vadivale is determined to show her guests that meat- and alcohol-free meals can be delicious. She plans to dazzle her diners with a smorgasbord of 12 different dishes.
68. Extra Portions: Oxford, Tom Smith
Aired: 12-08-2009
The finale of the competition in Oxfordshire is hosted by banker and semi professional footballer Tom Smith, he's determined to win, but does he have what it takes?
69. Extra Portions: Wolverhampton, Farida Kalifa
Aired: 13-08-2009
It's day one of the competition in Wolverhampton and bubbly beautician Farida Khalifa is planing to immerse her guests in authentic Indian culture.
70. Extra Portions: Wolverhampton, Natalie Middleton
Aired: 13-08-2009
It's the turn of half-Spanish host Natalie Middleton to shine and she's serving up a feast of gazpacho soup, paella and crème brulee, washed down with authentic sangria, and plenty of it.
71. Extra Portions: Wolverhampton, Lee Pritchett
Aired: 13-08-2009
The battle of the sexes rages on in Wolverhampton, as the first of the men sets out to prove himself a better host than the ladies. Cocky salesman Lee Pritchett is confident he'll win.
72. Extra Portions: Wolverhampton, Michael Brett
Aired: 13-08-2009
Know-all biker, Michael Brett is pulling out all the stops in a bid to impress his fellow diners. He's sure he's got all the ingredients to be a winner, but can his food match his hype?
73. Extra Portions: Blackpool, Liam Bird
Aired: 16-12-2009
74. Extra Portions: Blackpool, Andrea Maddox
Aired: 17-12-2009
75. Extra Portions: Blackpool, Simon Green
Aired: 18-12-2009
76. Extra Portions: Blackpool, Cass Walia
Aired: 18-12-2009
77. Extra Portions: Blackburn, Kelly Barlow
Aired: 01-03-2010
78. Extra Portions: Blackburn, Steve Burns
Aired: 02-03-2010
79. Extra Portions: Blackburn, Michelle Brandon
Aired: 03-03-2010
80. Extra Portions: Blackburn, Stephen Mahon
Aired: 04-03-2010
81. Extra Portions: Royal Berkshire, Helen Kent
Aired: 08-03-2010
82. Extra Portions: Royal Berkshire, Tony Byrd
Aired: 09-03-2010
83. Extra Portions: Royal Berkshire, Fred Wilkinson
Aired: 10-03-2010
84. Extra Portions: Royal Berkshire, Sarah Lewis
Aired: 11-03-2010
85. Extra Portions: Luton, Alison Balfour-Lynn
Aired: 22-03-2010
86. Extra Portions: Luton, Luigi Muscella
Aired: 23-03-2010
87. Extra Portions: Luton, Martin Palmer
Aired: 24-03-2010
88. Extra Portions: Luton, Noorani Williamson
Aired: 25-03-2010
Season 9 (January 2009 - September 2010)
1. Series 9, Show 1
Aired: 25-05-2009
Soccer legend, Rodney Marsh, is famous for his provocative performances on and off the pitch. Can the cooking virgin score some points in the celebrity Come Dine With Me kitchen?
2. Celebrity Special, Lesley Joseph
Aired: 13-01-2009
Lesley Joseph loves entertaining, but admits her cooking isn't the best. So it's no surprise that her lamb isn't cooked, leaving her guests facing a meal of raw meat.
3. Celebrity Special, Paul Ross
Aired: 14-01-2009
Paul Ross put his trademark bluntness to stinging use to criticise Rodney Marsh and Lesley Joseph's food, and now they're determined give as good as they got.
4. Series 9, Show 4
Aired: 28-05-2009
Abi Titmuss is better known for peeling off her clothes than peeling her onions but, unimpressed by the cooking so far, she's determined to prove that some celebrities can cook. With a little bit of help from a £2,000 bottle of wine.
5. Celebrity Special, Linda Lusardi
Aired: 16-01-2009
It's the last session of the celebrity culinary competition and time for one of the celebrities to walk off with the £1,000 charity prize. Linda Lusardi is determined to try and win.
6. West London, Greg Basire
Landscape Gardener Greg kicks off this weeks dinner parties with a Spanish theme menu.
7. West London, Hugo Preece
Former model, Hugo Preece, is quite the man about town, but will his dinner be too flash in the pan?
8. Series 9, Show 8
Aired: 03-06-2009
Sabrina believes guests should be filled to the brim - but will she want them to just get stuffed?
9. Series 9, Show 9
Aired: 04-06-2009
PR princess, Amii van Amerongen, doesn't like the idea of touching food, which could pose a problem
10. Series 9, Show 10
Aired: 05-06-2009
Freelance food writer, Thoby, knows a thing or two about food, but does he know how to cook it?
14. Series 9, Show 14
Aired: 11-06-2009
Opinionated Patrick has the biggest Aga in the village. But does size matter in Come Dine With Me Torbay? Anglo-American property developer, Patrick, dresses like a gent and appreciates the finer things in life. He even has a selection of maids on hand to ease the burden of hosting. "The average guest I would have would be a politician perhaps, or an artist. Perhaps an actor or actress."
16. Series 9, Show 16
Aired: 15-06-2009
In Swansea, pub landlady Sharon Craig is keen to introduce guests to her adventurous South African menu.
17. Series 9, Show 17
Aired: 16-06-2009
Welsh patriot Annie Haden thinks her traditional Welsh menu and hosting the party in Dylan Thomas' birth place will win the day, but not all the guests are impressed.
18. Series 9, Show 18
Aired: 17-06-2009
It's the third day of the competition from Swansea and club DJ Nick Madge is feeling nervous about satisfying his demanding guests.
19. Series 9, Show 19
Aired: 18-06-2009
The guests are still rowing, so beauty queen Samira has her work cut out for her trying to keep the peace and impress her guests with her Arabic menu.
20. Series 9, Show 20
Aired: 19-06-2009
It's the end of an explosive week in Swansea, and it's the job of Colin Consterdine to come up with a plan to keep the arguments at bay and impress the guests.
21. Series 9, Show 21
Aired: 22-06-2009
The culinary competition comes from Northampton, where skiing fan Kirsty Frior serves a menu of winter warming food from the French Alps to her dinner party guests.
22. Series 9, Show 22
Aired: 23-06-2009
Marketing consultant William Henry, who has a tendency to dominate the conversation, is serving an authentic Italian menu along with rare wines from his own cellar.
23. Series 9, Show 23
Aired: 24-06-2009
Cocktail lover Jenna Smith hopes to wow her guests with an unusual menu that features pigeon. But she's committed a classic dinner party error: attempting a dish shes never made before.
24. Series 9, Show 24
Aired: 25-06-2009
Scottish arts and crafts lover Angela Parker hopes her extra hand-made touches will win her the £1,000, which is just as well, as Jenna and Kirsty aren't looking forward to her haggis dish.
25. Series 9, Show 25
Aired: 26-06-2009
The final host in Northampton is artist Alex Soulsby, who spent years living in Thailand and is cooking an ambitious five-dish Thai menu while hoping to sweep guest Kirsty off her feet.
26. Series 9, Episode 26
Aired: 11-01-2010
In Basingstoke, amateur chef Gill Buley attempts a tricky choux pastry she hopes will wow her fellow diners. But do glamorous Gill's profiteroles make the grade?
27. Series 9, Episode 27
Aired: 12-01-2010
It's day two in Basingstoke and 26-year-old host Sophie impresses her fellow diners with her multi-million pound country pile. But Sophie's cooking doesn't quite go to plan.
28. Series 9, Episode 28
Aired: 13-01-2010
Richard Carpenter reckons the warmth of his welcome and a hearty menu will prove a crowd pleaser in Basingstoke. But what do the guests make of Richard's chaotic home and, perhaps even worse, his split custard?
29. Series 9, Episode 29
Aired: 14-01-2010
Art teacher Gabrielle Hennig is a self-confessed "stress head" and hopes to do as much of her cooking in advance. But her eccentric hosting leaves her fellow diners in stitches.
30. Basingstoke, Spencer Uren
Aired: 15-01-2010
It is the final night in Basingstoke and marketing manager Spencer Uren is going all out to win. But the night takes an unexpected turn when a surprise revelation brings tears of reconciliation to the whole group.
31. Bolton, Yvonne Hurst
Aired: 18-01-2010
The first host in Bolton is karaoke manager Yvonne, who plans to take her guests on a culinary world tour from Latin America to Asia, and back to Bolton in time for dessert. Yvonne is also a lover of amateur dramatics and is throwing in a song and dance number for her guests.
32. Bolton, Mark Hogg
Aired: 19-01-2010
Property developer Mark is relying on his many time-saving gadgets to help him serve up an ambitious menu, while the group's self-appointed joker Paul to tries to entertain the ladies, with mixed results.
33. Bolton, Kate Mayers
Aired: 20-01-2010
In Bolton it's the turn of bubbly blonde Kate Mayers, who's got her hands full pleasing her guests. Meanwhile, serial flirt Paul makes some rather racy discoveries in Kate's bedroom.
34. Bolton, Paul Davies
Aired: 21-01-2010
In Bolton, smooth-talking Paul is serving risotto with black pudding and scallops, Beef Wellington, and bread and butter pudding. But there's a catch. One of the team has been taken ill.
35. Bolton, Sarah Rothwell
Aired: 22-01-2010
It's the final night in Bolton and Sarah is feeling better and ready to seize the crown. But her hopes of winning rest on her hot fruit tower staying upright and not toppling over.
36. Halifax, Leilani Ting
Aired: 01-02-2010
The first to cook in Halifax is glamorous sales manager Leilani, who is hoping to woo her guests with her sophisticated menu. But her diners are bamboozled by a rather bizarre discovery in her flat.
37. Halifax, Caroline Blackburn
Aired: 02-02-2010
In Halifax, single mum Caroline is hoping to make up for her chaotic style in the kitchen by laying on a night that's all about fun. Until the lemon part of her lemon meringue escapes!
38. Halifax, Edward Oliver
Aired: 03-02-2010
It's Ed's turn to cook in Halifax. As he lives with his Mum, his first challenge is to find the things he needs to cook up a storm. And then there's some bad feeling round the table to soothe.
39. Halifax, Diana Swales-Pickering
Aired: 04-02-2010
The cook-off continues in Halifax, and it's the turn of Diana. The fun loving staff nurse has a taste for the hot and spicy. But plain speaking Steve hates curry, and all things spicy for that matter.
40. Series 9, Episode 40
Aired: 05-02-2010
The final contestant in Halifax is Steve, who's serving seafood, boeuf en croute, and Eton Yoghurt Mess. And the food better be good, because Steve has made a few enemies over the week.
41. Series 9, Episode 41
Aired: 08-02-2010
The latest culinary competition comes from South Yorkshire, and first up to cook is Alison who hopes to woo her guests with some good old fashioned food. But some of Alison's guests seem more gripped by the saucy picture above her bed.
42. Series 9, Episode 42
Aired: 09-02-2010
Up next in South Yorkshire is Toni. But the shaven-haired, motorbike-mad host's grand plan for the night go dramatically off the track, resulting in a trip to A&E.
43. Series 9, Episode 43
Aired: 10-02-2010
In South Yorkshire, the competitive, confident and cocky Mark is a man with a plan for victory as he arranges for some surprise celebrity guests to take part in the evening's proceedings.
44. Series 9, Episode 44
Aired: 11-02-2010
Super critical foodie Gary takes his turn as host in South Yorkshire. Gary's making everything from scratch, even the bread. But his healthy non-alcoholic welcome drink doesn't go down so well. Can the evening be turned around?
45. Series 9, Episode 45
Aired: 12-02-2010
It is the final day in South Yorkshire, and plain speaking Kerry plans good old fashioned 'stick to your ribs' cooking for her guests. Except her dumplings turn out to be more like breeze blocks!
46. Series 9, Episode 46
Aired: 27-09-2010
First to cook in Glasgow is former model Sonia Scott Mackay. Single girl Sonia is looking for romance - might boxing enthusiast Scott be the one? And will a menu featuring a different cocktail with every course woo the rest of her guests?
47. Series 9, Episode 47
Aired: 28-09-2010
Writer and whisky-lover Ian Black plans a distinctly Scottish menu with no-fuss cooking. And if this doesn't work, there's that bottle of expensive wine he's been saving for over two decades.
48. Series 9, Episode 48
Aired: 29-09-2010
It's half way through the competition in Glasgow and primary school teacher Natalie serves a complex menu that goes down very well. But the conversation turns sour when Scott makes a throwaway remark about Natalie's four week marriage.
49. Series 9, Episode 49
Aired: 30-09-2010
In Glasgow Scott Borthwick is on a mission to impress, especially stylish ex-model Sonia. And late on in the evening Scott and Sonia share a steamy conversation in the bathroom.
50. Glasgow, Helen Hancock
Aired: 01-09-2010
Last to cook in Glasgow is gregarious grandmother Helen Hancock who is taking her guests back in time with a retro menu featuring prawn cocktail and arctic roll.
Season 10 (February 2009 - November 2010)
2. Series 10, Show 2
Aired: 22-02-2009
PR guru Lynne Franks goes into culinary battle with Apprentice star Raef Bjayou, The Bill hardman DI Burnside (actor Chris Ellison) and EastEnder and singer Michelle Gayle.
3. Series 10, Show 3
Aired: 08-03-2009
Four amateur cooks from West Yorkshire compete to host the best dinner party. Interior designer Ben Huckerby, the 'Elton John of Leeds', is first up with a banquet in a posh country castle, but it's not long before tension between the guests is evident.
4. Series 10, Episode 4
Aired: 27-08-2009
Four competitive cooks from Huddersfield take it in turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party over four nights, but it's not long before tension surfaces.
5. Series 10,Show 5
Aired: 05-04-2009
Four competitive cooks from Teeside take it in turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party. Flash local DJ Wayne Allen uses his showbiz entertaining skills to impress his guests.
6. Series 10, Show 6
Aired: 19-04-2009
Four competitive cooks from Birmingham each aim to host the perfect culinary soiree, and grab the cash prize. First up is entertainments organizer Claudine Stevens, who thinks her guests will be impressed by her VIP night; but a spat over Katie's dress and the incessantly talkative Mike mar the vibe in the first dinner party. Claudine Stevens, Katie Smith, Kishor Paw, Mike Olley
7. Series 10, Show 7
Aired: 26-04-2009
Four competitive cooks from the Isle of Wight take it in turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party over four nights. Who will walk away with the prize money of a £1,000? Charlotte Barton-Hoare, Steve Morris, Michael Coombes, Mandy Gale.
8. Series 10, Show 8
Aired: 24-05-2009
Four cooks from Croyden do battle for the £1000 prize. Christian Viola, Lulu Williams, Theo Liasi, Angelique Woolston
9. Series 10, Episode 9
Aired: 24-05-2009
Four cooks from Croyden do battle for the £1000 prize. Christian Viola, Lulu Williams, Theo Liasi, Angelique Woolston
10. Series 10, Episode 10
Aired: 25-04-2010
Four competitive cooks from Belfast compete to host the best dinner party.
11. Series 10, Episode 11
Aired: 26-11-2010
Horse-mad Maria Wynne goes up against nurse Steve Housego, mature student James Stevens, and surgeon's assistant Nadine Leese, in a week featuring a semi-clad butler, a furry invasion, tears before bedtime, and a few home truths.
12. Series 10, Episode 12
Aired: 08-09-2009
13. Series 10, Episode 13
Aired: 09-09-2009
14. Series 10, Episode 14
Aired: 10-09-2009
15. Series 10, Episode 15
Aired: 11-09-2009
16. Series 10, Episode 16
Aired: 14-09-2009
The culinary competition comes from Northampton, where skiing fan Kirsty Frior serves a menu of winter warming food from the French Alps to her dinner party guests.
17. Series 10, Episode 17
Aired: 15-09-2009
Marketing consultant William Henry, who has a tendency to dominate the conversation, is serving an authentic Italian menu along with rare wines from his own cellar.
18. Series 10, Episode 18
Aired: 16-09-2009
Cocktail lover Jenna Smith hopes to wow her guests with an unusual menu that features pigeon. But she's committed a classic dinner party error: attempting a dish shes never made before.
19. Series 10, Episode 19
Aired: 17-09-2009
Scottish arts and crafts lover Angela Parker hopes her extra hand-made touches will win her the £1,000, which is just as well, as Jenna and Kirsty aren't looking forward to her haggis dish.
20. Series 10, Episode 20
Aired: 18-09-2009
The final host in Northampton is artist Alex Soulsby, who spent years living in Thailand and is cooking an ambitious five-dish Thai menu while hoping to sweep guest Kirsty off her feet.
Season 11 (September 2009 - November 2010)
1. All in One: Celebrity Special, Bobby Davro, Laila Morse, Dane Bowers, Dani Behr
Aired: 20-09-2009
No-nonsense EastEnders star Laila Morse, AKA Big Mo, joins in a culinary clash with comedian Bobby Davro, boy-bander turned DJ, Dane Bowers, and international glamour-puss Dani Behr. The four nights of celebrity feasts feature scantily-clad hula girls, a bit of nipple licking, some celebrity fart chat, a guest appearance from Elvis and, for one poor celeb, a trip to hospital.
2. All in One, Manchester
Aired: 27-09-2009
Four cooks from Manchester compete for the prize, starting with super-competitive Stuart - who leaves poor party-girl Angela in tears. There's also Josh, the eco-warrior, and dance-shop manager Rachel.
3. Series 11, Episode 3
Aired: 04-10-2009
In north London, a luxury car dealer, a self-styled urban hippy from the US, an Israeli property developer and a woman with a thing for outrageous outfits battle it out to be voted the best dinner party host. Along the way, there's plenty of singing, dancing, strange games and huge egos running wild.
4. Series 11, Episode 4
Aired: 11-10-2009
In Liverpool self-confessed know-it-all Ray, party girl Lyndsey, no-nonsense mother-of-seven Valerie, and music snob Paul come together for a week of ranting, raving and rudeness. It's feisty for sure. But is it tasty?
5. Series 11, Episode 5
Aired: 18-10-2009
In Edinburgh, bubbly entrepreneur Jacquie, former teacher Coranne, pilot Gordon and off-licence manager Terry bid to be chef supreme.
6. Series 11, Episode 6
Aired: 25-10-2009
In Macclesfield handyman Dave goes hammer and tongs with rival alpha male Simon, Veronica, the dinner party queen, and Tina. But who will walk away with the prize?
7. All in One: Celebrity Special, Yvette Fielding, Natasha Hamilton, Roy Walker, Bruce Jones
Aired: 01-11-2009
TV presenter Yvette Fielding, ex-Atomic Kitten, Natasha Hamilton, comedian Roy Walker and Bruce Jones from Corrie take part in a celebrity cook-off featuring French kissing and some very bad singing.
8. Series 11, Episode 8
Aired: 08-11-2009
Motorbike enthusiast Claire kicks off the culinary competition in York with a Mexican-themed night, but it's not enough to distract her guests Andy and Chris from an instant mutual dislike. Claire is equally unimpressed by her third guest Famida's outrageous outfit, and the feeling is mutual: Famida thinks that Claire's night lacks class and is offended by her host insisting everyone dons a joke moustache. But the tensions are put to one side when Claire's pet snake leaves an unsavoury deposit on the table, putting the diners off dessert. The week continues as it started with shocking honesty, personality clashes and outrageous outfits.
9. Series 11, Episode 9
Aired: 15-11-2009
In Milton Keynes four cooks cross forks for the £1,000 prize, as 70s-nut Mark, the glamorous Bev, Mike, and the mysterious Eliana, aka Applejack the Clown, bid to be crowned the host with the most.
10. Series 11, Episode 10
Aired: 29-11-2009
In Colchester, a prude, a flirt, and two testosterone-fueled males do battle in a week of dirty talk, walk-outs, tantrums, outrageous accusations and, of course, some food.
11. Series 11, Episode 11
Aired: 29-11-2009
In Colchester, a prude, a flirt, and two testosterone-fueled males do battle in a week of dirty talk, walk-outs, tantrums, outrageous accusations and, of course, some food.
12. All in One: Brighton
Aired: 18-04-2010
It's dinner time in Brighton as business woman Kat, footy loving Adam, outspoken single mum Sam and drag queen Jason go head-to-head.
13. All in One: Nottingham
Aired: 16-05-2010
In Nottingham, fashion designer Simeon has a unique interactive dinner party plan where his guests make most of the meal themselves. Also taking part over the four nights are former Hooters waitress Keri, psychology teacher Jackie, and Peter, who has a great passion for Victoriana.
14. All in One: Taunton
Aired: 13-06-2010
Four competitive cooks from Taunton take it in turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party. Drama-lover Sally Jago hopes to dazzle with an ambitious Chinese banquet but takes too long to prepare her food. The only man in the party, Richard Smith, presents a Waterloo-themed night, but Paula McShane confuses her Abba with her Battle of Waterloo and completely misjudges her fancy dress outfit. And Nikki Neave wants to show her lighter side on her night but the guests are falling out and Sally takes offence at the entertainment.
15. All in One: Derby
Aired: 27-06-2010
This episode of the competitive cooking show comes from Derby, where marketing manager Gareth Walton goes up against sports-mad Peter McManus, fancy dress lover Kellan Dalton, and Serena Gilzean-Hughes. Be prepared for some 'manly' food, a spot of sumo wrestling and a serving of smelly haggis.
16. Series 11, Episode 16
Aired: 08-10-2010
Andrea Claydon, Wayne Hinds, Robina Hooper and 'Magic' Kev Duffy come together for a week of raucousness, chaos, friction, fights and tears.
17. Series 11, Episode 17
Aired: 05-11-2010
Dr Who fanatic Perry Thomas goes head to head with ladies' man Jules Bywater-Lees, Judy Mancuso, and Liz Beckerley, in a week featuring spiritual gifts, burnt parsnips, excessive sweating, and a 'floating island' dessert that has problems floating.
Season 12 (August 2009 - April 2010)
1. Extra Portions: Huddersfield, Christine Wright
Aired: 07-08-2009
2. Extra Portions: Huddersfield, Neil Hemingway
Aired: 07-08-2009
3. Extra Portions: Huddersfield, Matt Buckingham
Aired: 07-08-2009
4. Extra Portions: Huddersfield, Laura Seeley
Aired: 07-08-2009
5. Series 12, Episode 5
The competition starts with Julia Bradbury who gets ready to entertain Hollyoaks heartthrob Philip Olivier; ex-MP Edwina Currie; and entertainer Christopher Biggins.
6. Series 12, Episode 6
Aired: 10-08-2009
It's Philip Olivier's turn to play host and things don't start well as he's battling a terrible hangover from the night before. He eventually gets it together, but forgets to serve wine.
7. Series 12, Episode 7
Edwina's going for an ambitious menu of individual Beef Wellingtons and a pistachio soufflé, but disaster strikes when there's a power cut at her country pad.
8. Series 12, Episode 8
The final host is Biggins who spends so much time arranging the flowers and talking about Joan Collins that his mousse starter ends up like a soup.
9. Series 12, Episode 9
Aired: 11-08-2009
Teesside is the setting for the culinary showdown and local DJ Wayne Allen, who describes himself as a 'natural entertainer' is the host, but will he keep all the guests happy?
10. Series 12, Episode 10
Aired: 22-01-2010
It's the turn of single mum-of-four, Michele Small, to host and she is determined to prove you can have a top-class dinner party on a budget.
11. Series 12, Episode 11
Aired: 11-08-2009
Jayne Laverick is sure she will win, she's also determined to educate her guests in the world of haute cuisine in the process, but the mood sours.
12. Series 12, Episode 12
Aired: 11-08-2009
Dave is still hoping his game plan of being nice to everyone will pay off, but his guests are a little fraught so his food is overshadowed by the tension around the table.
13. Series 12, Episode 13
Aired: 14-08-2009
14. Series 12, Episode 14
Aired: 14-08-2009
15. Series 12, Episode 15
Aired: 14-08-2009
16. Extra Portions: Isle of Wight, Mandy Gale
Aired: 14-08-2009
17. Extra Portions: Bristol, Sarah Harris
Aired: 17-08-2009
First host in Bristol is Sarah Harris, who loves 'noseying' into people's affairs and believes that she'll charm her guests enough to end up on their Christmas card lists
18. Series 12, Episode 18
The guests are in for quite a shock when pernickety hairdresser Craig Lockett serves his sushi starter on the stomach of a hairy Bristolian teenager.
19. Series 12, Episode 19
Aired: 03-02-2010
Poet Kieron Allen is hoping to create a chilled-out evening. The guests are not expecting much and he's so laid-back he forgets the key ingredients for his starter.
20. Series 12, Episode 20
Aired: 04-02-2010
Designer Angelique Bernatschke is confident a combination of Austrian charm, her gorgeous house and the promise of snow will have her guests under her spell.
21. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Raef Bjayou
Aired: 15-02-2010
22. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Chris Ellison
Aired: 16-02-2010
23. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Michelle Gayle
Aired: 17-02-2010
24. Extra Portions: Celebrity, Lynne Franks
Aired: 18-02-2010
25. Extra Portions: Liverpool, Ray Parry
Aired: 22-02-2010
26. Extra Portions: Liverpool, Valerie Watson
Aired: 23-02-2010
27. Extra Portions: Liverpool, Paul Owen
Aired: 24-02-2010
28. Extra Portions: Liverpool, Lyndsey Halligan
Aired: 25-02-2010
29. Extra Portions: York, Claire Baron
Aired: 15-03-2010
30. Extra Portions: York, Chris Bush
Aired: 16-03-2010
31. Extra Portions: York, Famida Wilson
Aired: 17-03-2010
32. Extra Portions: York, Andy Swales
Aired: 18-03-2010
33. Extra Portions: North London, Nicole Ganz
Aired: 29-03-2010
34. Extra Portions: North London, Harry Iaonnou
Aired: 30-03-2010
35. Extra Portions: North London, Bindi Holding
Aired: 31-03-2010
36. Extra Portions: North London, Nir Zamek
Aired: 01-04-2010
37. Extra Portions: Birmingham, Claudine Stevens
Aired: 12-04-2010
38. Extra Portions: Birmingham, Katie Smith
Aired: 13-04-2010
39. Extra Portions: Birmingham, Kishor Paw
Aired: 14-04-2010
40. Extra Portions: Birmingham, Mike Olley
Aired: 15-04-2010
41. Extra Portions: North Kent, Katie Reynolds-Dobbs
Aired: 19-04-2010
42. Extra Portions: North Kent, Dan Bowman
Aired: 20-04-2010
43. Extra Portions: North Kent, Claire Wood
Aired: 21-04-2010
44. Extra Portions: North Kent, Stuart Richards
Aired: 22-04-2010
Season 13 (April 2010 - October 2010)
1. Series 13, Episode 1
Aired: 30-08-2010
A brand new series of Come Dine with Me starts in Brighton, where first to host is visual artist Pasha du Valentine, who intends to seduce her diners with her 'Lover's Pudding'.
2. Series 13, Episode 2
Aired: 31-08-2010
It's the second day of the competition in Brighton, and cheeky John O'Sullivan plans a meal including tinned peaches, Chicken Kiev, loo-roll serviettes, and a party trick of belching.
3. Brighton, DJ Melody
Aired: 01-09-2010
It's the turn of DJ Melody in Brighton. Melody has high hopes for her West Indian inspired feast, but is also hoping to maximise her chances by getting her guests as drunk as possible.
4. Series 13, Episode 4
Aired: 02-09-2010
It's the turn of Alistair James to host in Brighton. But as tension mounts between guests Melody and Pasha, Alistair has his work cut out making his food the main event for the evening
5. Series 13, Episode 5
Aired: 03-09-2010
It's the last night in Brighton and Ana is keen to impress with her seafood starter and beef main course. But Ana's guests are left speechless when they discover photos of Ana as a young man!
6. Series 13, Episode 6
Aired: 18-04-2010
The culinary comp goes cockney in East London this week, where five budding cooks are prepping their jellied eels and Ruby Murrays in the hope of scooping the cash prize.
7. Series 13, Episode 7
Aired: 07-09-2010
City-boy and fitness fanatic Ryan Waters is determined to win over his fellow contestants with a 'cave-man diet'. Will Ryan's prehistoric menu prove a hit with his guests?
8. Series 13, Episode 8
Aired: 08-09-2010
Vintage clothes magnate and burlesque impresario Timothy Sanderson is determined to raise the stakes. But how will his fancy menu of scallops and venison fare?
9. Series 13, Episode 9
Aired: 09-09-2010
Designer Sarah Angold hopes to win with a simple approach - spending as much time as possible with her guests. But as she's already upset everyone, her plan might not work.
10. Series 13, Episode 10
Aired: 10-09-2010
After an eventful week in east London, New Yorker January Jones-Omatajo attempts to win the £1,000 prize with a US soul food-inspired menu. But her apple pie proves to be an expensive recipe.
11. Celebrity Come Dine With Me
Aired: 24-05-2010
This time the competition comes from Peterborough and first to host is chatty mum-of-three, Parveen, who's going all out with a waitress and butler, plus entertainment in the form of X Factor reject, Nicole Lawrence.
12. Peterborough, Shane Jackson
Aired: 14-09-2010
It's day two and host Shane has one culinary disaster after another. And while Carolle makes a surprising revelation, Aly reveals something under her dress! Will Shane be able to keep his cool?
13. WAGs Special
Aired: 09-06-2010
Catering manager Carolle decides to host a 70s themed evening. But as Parveen and Shane continue to bicker, can Carolle restore the peace between the warring parties?
14. Footballers Special
Aired: 10-06-2010
It's the turn of party girl Aly Nicholson to show off her culinary skills as she bids to create a harmonious dinner party and bring the group together following all the bickering.
15. Series 13, Episode 15
Aired: 13-06-2010
It's the final night of the competition, and pole dance instructor Ricky is feeling confident that his charm offensive through the week will reap its rewards, only to make a shocking revelation about himself that leaves everyone speechless.
16. Series 13, Episode 16
Aired: 20-06-2010
First up to cook in Bury is spooky business development manager Juliet Eastham, who is convinced that she shares her home with spirits from the afterlife. Will the guests be scared off by Juliet's spooky home, or will her heavenly menu be enough to secure her the £1,000 prize?
17. Series 13, Episode 17
Aired: 27-06-2010
Next to host in Bury burlesque dancer and 1950s-style pin-up, Nikki Salt, who is confident her retro US menu will win over her guests. But when the bickering starts up round the table, Nikki's alter ego Willow Blue puts on a burlesque performance to ease the tension.
18. Series 13, Episode 18
Aired: 04-07-2010
School teacher James Perkin plans to cook all his favourite dishes, including a Sri Lankan curry. But will it be too fiery? And what will the guests make of the limericks James has written about them?
19. Series 13, Episode 19
Aired: 11-07-2010
Waiter and all-round entertainer Ali McKernan stuns his guests with his dog biscuit appetiser. But the night ends with Ali strumming a Britney Spears cover on his ukulele, confident that the prize is in the bag.
20. Celebrity Come Dine With Me
Aired: 15-07-2010
The competition in Bury concludes at accountant Paula Skelton's house. Having spent the week over-indulging and falling out with her fellow diners, expectations for Paula's night are not high. And that's before she introduce everyone to her smelly pet ferret.
25. Series 13, Episode 25
Aired: 15-10-2010
It's the final night in Warwickshire, and the turn of organic gardener Lisa Merrell to host. But the bitching between Adam and Anthony causes a nasty atmosphere around the table.
29. Series 13, Episode 29
Aired: 21-10-2010
Romantic novelist Milly Johnson hopes her 'hearts and flowers' theme will bring a bit of love back to the group, following the previous night's confrontation over dinner.
30. Series 13, Episode 30
Aired: 22-10-2010
It's the final night, and wine and food snob Phil Davies hopes his impressive menu and carefully selected wines will win him the prize.
Season 14 (January 2010 - January 2011)
1. All in One: Celebrity Special: Donal MacIntyre, Javine Hylton, David Spinx, Jan Leeming
Aired: 31-01-2010
A wintertime celebrity edition with former newsreader Jan Leeming, ex EastEnder Dave 'Keith' Spinx, singer Javine, and ultimate undercover reporter Donal MacIntyre. Expect love, lust, nudity, tears and... Fried Balls.
3. Series 14, Episode 3
Aired: 01-09-2010
A week of dinner parties from Dudley in the West Midlands leads a wannabe-Wag, a podium dancing female plumber, a fan of self-grown food, and a hyper-critical guest into conflict. The four evenings feature insults, psychic readings, the demonstration of surprising skills and an old-fashioned burlesque entertainment as the four compete for the £1,000 cash prize.
6. All in One: Cheltenham
Aired: 28-04-2010
In Cheltenham champagne socialite Cathy, lady-of-the manor Vanessa, straight-talking Janice, and Alex, the quartet's only male, battle it out for the culinary prize.
8. All in One: South East London
Aired: 23-05-2010
In south east London cheeky chappy Terry, glam pub singer Ita, eccentric artist Jon, and well-to-do retired businessman Oliver take turns to host.
12. Series 14, Episode 11
Aired: 13-09-2010
Charity worker and chatterbox Louise takes on Tracy, whose collection of religious memorabilia startles her guests, retired banker Rob, and estate agent Zac, who produces a menu consisting of dishes he has invented himself.
13. Series 14, Episode 12
Aired: 14-09-2010
In Herts, Perry Jones believes twenty years hosting dinner parties will see him win. But a menu including two tins of chicken soup poured over chicken breasts leaves everyone scratching their heads. His rival hosts are the fiercely competitive dentist, Amit Koshal, food snob Kelly Hatt, and 'diamond-gastronomic-geezer' Heath Reid.
14. Series 14, Episode 14
Aired: 01-10-2010
In the fishing town of Grimsby straight-talking Jackie Critten takes on Mr Phil - `I'm always right' - Cowper, resident glamour puss Shanelle Cutsforth, and self-confessed campest straight man in the world, Chris Wood. There will be ostrich, fancy dress and some fireworks over dessert.
15. Series 14, Episode 13
Aired: 15-09-2010
In North East Kent single mum Vanessa Boukharouba faces outspoken butcher Scott Taylor, joker John O¿Connor and personal trainer Annette Evans, for a week of entertaining which includes a spot of cross dressing, some near-to-the-knuckle truth telling, and a heated debate about Gordon Ramsay that almost gets out of hand.
16. Series 14, Episode 14
Aired: 16-09-2010
In Sheffield super smooth Marshal takes on private eye Janine, trainee-surgeon Amanda, and Neale, who has a scheme he thinks is sure to win him the prize. But Amanda's night of fine Italian dining doesn't quite go to plan. Neale's veggie feast proves a challenge to the three meat-eaters round the table. 'People's Champion' Marshal stuns his guests with his extraordinary performance of an almost-naked, African mask dance. And Janine's night features an argument and some tears.
17. Series 14, Episode 15
Aired: 17-09-2010
It's the final night of the competition, and pole dance instructor Ricky is feeling confident that his charm offensive through the week will reap its rewards, only to make a shocking revelation about himself that leaves everyone speechless.
19. Series 14, Episode 16
Aired: 20-09-2010
First up to cook in Bury is spooky business development manager Juliet Eastham, who is convinced that she shares her home with spirits from the afterlife. Will the guests be scared off by Juliet's spooky home, or will her heavenly menu be enough to secure her the £1,000 prize?
20. Series 14, Episode 17
Aired: 21-09-2010
Next to host in Bury burlesque dancer and 1950s-style pin-up, Nikki Salt, who is confident her retro US menu will win over her guests. But when the bickering starts up round the table, Nikki's alter ego Willow Blue puts on a burlesque performance to ease the tension.
21. Series 14, Episode 18
Aired: 22-09-2010
School teacher James Perkin plans to cook all his favourite dishes, including a Sri Lankan curry. But will it be too fiery? And what will the guests make of the limericks James has written about them?
22. Series 14, Episode 19
Aired: 23-09-2010
Waiter and all-round entertainer Ali McKernan stuns his guests with his dog biscuit appetiser. But the night ends with Ali strumming a Britney Spears cover on his ukulele, confident that the prize is in the bag.
23. Series 14, Episode 20
Aired: 24-09-2010
The competition in Bury concludes at accountant Paula Skelton's house. Having spent the week over-indulging and falling out with her fellow diners, expectations for Paula's night are not high. And that's before she introduce everyone to her smelly pet ferret.
24. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 24-09-2010
29. Series 14, Episode 25
Aired: 01-10-2010
31. Series 14, Episode 26
Aired: 04-10-2010
First up in Manchester is brash and boisterous pub landlady Bessie Hilton, with a menu featuring instant custard, and a main course called Marmite chicken with cream.
32. Series 14, Episode 27
Aired: 05-10-2010
Second to host in Manchester is Giovanni, who aims to impress by serving some classic Italian food. But it's not long before he's rowing again with Bessie.
34. Series 14, Episode 29
Aired: 07-10-2010
Alicia Coppola is serving grilled tiger prawns, Caribbean lamb, nutty chocolate brownies, and possibly the strongest rum cocktail ever made.
37. Series 14, Episode 31
Aired: 11-10-2010
First to host in Warwickshire is lollipop lady Alexis, who's serving up an indulgent American themed menu. But Anthony worries about the calorie content, while interior designer Adam ruffles some feathers with tales of his `previous life' as a medieval prince.
38. Series 14, Episode 32
Aired: 12-10-2010
Interior designer Adam Kitchener is the latest to host in Warwickshire, with a little help from his spirit guide Nanny Annie. What do the guests make of Adam's oriental lasagne?
39. Series 14, Episode 33
Aired: 13-10-2010
In Warwickshire ex-Royal Navy man Anthony Deas is on a mission to outgun the opposition with his military precision. And new guest Lisa starts a lively debate about the monarchy.
40. Series 14, Episode 34
Aired: 14-10-2010
Latest to host is glamorous young Antonia, who has risen to the challenge by booking a chart-topping performer. But the 'chart-topper' who leaps out from behind the living room curtains, isn't exactly the household name the guests were all hoping for.
43. Series 14, Episode 36
Aired: 18-10-2010
First to host in Barnsley is mobile hairdresser Verene, with a menu including kangaroo fillet with a confit of quandong and yakajirri rosti. Will part-time drag queen and cautious diner Christian find the kangaroo hard to swallow?
44. Series 14, Episode 37
Aired: 19-10-2010
It's the turn of Paul Hoyle to host in Barnsley, and `Party Paul' has not one, not two, but three different types of entertainment on the menu, one of which includes swimwear.
45. Series 14, Episode 38
Aired: 20-10-2010
It's day three in South Yorkshire, and flamboyant part time drag queen Christian Whiteley-Mason plans to host his evening in the guise of his drag queen alter ego Lady Bacardi.
54. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 29-10-2010
61. Series 14, Episode 51
Aired: 08-11-2010
The first to host is estate agent Adam, who hopes his eclectic menu and some stylish sombreros will be a big hit.
62. Series 14, Episode 52
Aired: 09-11-2010
In sunny Southend Andie's 70s-inspired menu starts badly with a chicken liver pate unanimously considered by her guests to be rather fowl. Can Andie claw herself back into contention?
68. Series 14, Episode 57
Aired: 16-11-2010
Police woman Claire Crank is the host. But trouble flares when Tracey says she only likes the best beef, declining to try Claire's meat.
69. Series 14, Episode 58
Aired: 17-11-2010
Lad-about-town Rob is sure he's in with a chance of winning, despite rarely cooking, and never having hosted a dinner party before.
70. Series 14, Episode 59
Aired: 18-11-2010
Michelle Minter hopes her gourmet menu will impress her guests, but after last night's row everyone's treading on egg shells.
71. Series 14, Episode 60
Aired: 19-11-2010
Michelle thinks Matt's dinner party is fancy dress and arrives wearing a pineapple. But can she get an apology from Tracey?
72. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 19-11-2010
Local DJ Rick takes on Kate, laid-back life coach Peter and super wealthy Cathy in a week featuring glitter-garnished food, a seafood starter even the host's cat won't eat, and a guest appearance from a star off Brookside.
73. Series 14, Episode 61
Aired: 22-11-2010
Canal-boat stewardess Denise Hendon hopes a night of Moroccan-themed revelry will wow her guests on day one.
78. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 26-11-2010
Horse-mad Maria Wynne goes up against nurse Steve Housego, mature student James Stevens, and surgeon's assistant Nadine Leese, in a week featuring a semi-clad butler, a furry invasion, tears before bedtime, and a few home truths.
79. Series 14, Episode 66
Aired: 29-11-2010
First to host is all-singing, all-dancing, theatre darling Richard Hope-Hawkins, whose eclectic menu includes a Rod Steiger gunge cake.
80. Series 14, Episode 67
Aired: 30-11-2010
Super-organised primary school teacher Laura Ford is leaving nothing to chance with the planning for her dinner party, featuring a starter of prawn, chorizo and butternut squash salad, a Balinese curry, and a trio of lemon and raspberry based desserts.
81. Series 14, Episode 68
Aired: 01-12-2010
Food critic Darryl Bullock's evening takes a nose dive when two of the guests stumble across a rather unpleasant surprise left by his cat.
82. Series 14, Episode 69
Aired: 02-12-2010
Zoe Kellaway tries to add a bit of sparkle to the competition in Bristol with her Pretty in Pink themed dinner party, including a butler wearing pink hot pants serving cocktails.
83. Series 14, Episode 70
Aired: 03-12-2010
It's the turn of the highly competitive Andy Wright, who hopes his black-tie party theme in his palatial Victorian flat will bag him the cash. Andy has lined up a glamorous night of champagne, caviar and canapés, but chaos soon descends when he burns the nut roast.
84. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 03-12-2010
Battling it out in East Suffolk are the UFO-spotting veggie Jo Jo Smith, agony-aunt Janet Gershlick, young sales director Paul Emery, and Suffolk's answer to Mohammed Al Fayed, department store owner Jim Godfrey. Prepare for a week featuring a kitchen meltdown, a meat sweat, a very long drum solo allegedly meant as entertainment, and a sparkling cocktail called the UFO - Unidentified Fizzing Object.
85. Series 14, Episode 71
Aired: 06-12-2010
First to host in Sheffield is flamboyant English gent Robin, whose menu includes freshly shot grouse. Shame that one of the guests is an animal rights activist.
91. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 10-12-2010
92. Series 14, Episode 76
Aired: 13-12-2010
93. Series 14, Episode 77
Aired: 14-12-2010
94. Series 14, Episode 78
Aired: 15-12-2010
95. Series 14, Episode 79
Aired: 16-12-2010
96. Series 14, Episode 80
Aired: 17-12-2010
97. Come Dine with Me Christmas Special
Aired: 22-12-2010
Channel 4's award-winning culinary competition delivers a special package this festive season in an all-new Christmas Celebrity Come Dine with Me as four famous hosts battle it out in the kitchen and around the dining table to win the £1,000 charity cash prize. The celebrities laying down their gauntlets in this year's festive culinary clash are: DJ and drum & bass legend Goldie; ex Footballer's Wives star Susie Amy; Blue Peter veteran Janet Ellis; and the man who showed us the way to Amarillo, legendary crooner Tony Christie. In previous Christmas specials the likes of David Gest and Sherrie Hewson have tried their luck at rustling up a worthy merry meal, with hilarious results, and this Christmas Special is set to be just as entertaining.
98. Series 14, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 31-12-2010
Four cooks in Wakefield battle it out in a week featuring some heavy flirting, a nasty surprise in the freezer, and a pet ferret as an extra guest at the dinner table. Twentysomething Carly takes on three 40somethings who, to this youthful lass, might as well be pensioners: curio-collecting Neil; animal-mad Gail; and superbike-loving Enzo. A week of surprises also includes a Titanic-themed party, complete with iceberg (almost), and a Celine Dion-playing string quartet.
99. Celebrity Special
Aired: 10-01-2011
Diane Abbott MP takes on Terry Christian, Wayne Sleep and Danielle Lloyd . Diane Abbott, the Shadow Minister for Public Health, launches her West Indian-inspired menu with rum punch. Motor-mouth TV presenter Terry Christian's evening kicks-off with an undrinkable cocktail and continues with a string of questionable jokes and dubious conversation topics. After a solid first half performance at home serving an Oriental-style menu, former Miss England and serial WAG Danielle Lloyd takes her eye off the ball and gets in a panic over her crème brulées. And last, but not least, ballet dance diva Wayne hot foots it into the kitchen to try and cook for the first time in 20 years.
Season 15 (January 2011 - April 2011)
1. Series 15, Episode 1
Aired: 17-01-2011
First to host is full-time mum Lydia Jones. She's opted for some French recipes that, although tried before, she's never had any success with. Her guests' responses aren't ideal: dental nurse Donna tries to work out what a canard is; hairdresser Marcello is convinced that Lydia is serving grated toast; and artist Anthony is confused by every course. As the evening starts, Ramsgate's 'most stylish man' Marcello wastes no time offending everyone he meets with cutting comments about their appearance. So, will Lydia manage to smooth the ruffled feathers with her French feast, or will they all just be rowing by the end of the first night?
2. Series 15, Episode 2
Aired: 18-01-2011
It's arrogant hairdresser Marcello Marino's turn to entertain in Kent. He's really going to have to turn on the charm if he wants to win, having offended each guest last night, so he's hoping to impress with his Italian/Spanish menu - and salsa dance display. But the sound of his 'Lasagne a la Mia Mamma' main doesn't quite inspire his guests, and his starter leaves nearly everyone stumped as to what it is. The guests are amazed at what they find when they snoop around Marcello's bedroom and the risqué artwork on his walls. And, though the atmosphere is better than the previous night, the evening is destined to take a turn for the worse, leaving the host in a bit of a state. Can Marcello turn things round with a salsa dancing intermission? Or will his guests see through his veneer of vulnerability and go for the kill?
3. Series 15, Episode 3
Aired: 19-01-2011
It's day three on the Kent coast and the host, Margate girl Donna Grieves, is hoping to impress with her locally sourced ingredients and a best-of-British menu. Unfortunately for Donna, Italian hairdresser Marcello is proving hard to please and, after yesterday's near-perfect manners when he was host, he's immediately back to his bad old ways. Anthony's attempt to lighten the mood with a startling revelation doesn't help matters, and things go from bad to worse when Donna gets all emotional over some news of her own. As Donna grows tired and weary, her dessert hits the deck, leaving one guest to eat pudding off the floor - much to Marcello's amusement.
4. Series 15, Episode 4
Aired: 20-01-2011
Day four in Kent and experimental artist Anthony Wait is hosting. In truly alternative fashion, he's opted not to practise his cooking beforehand and just see what happens on the night. He also hopes to get his guests interested in his new art project, which uses body parts. Marcello spot-checks the house for dirt and dust, which upsets one of the other guests and causes a row. But Anthony has plotted revenge on the lippy hairdresser, and plans to make the troublemaker squirm with embarrassment. Will Anthony's improvised food prove a hit with his guests and give him a chance of grabbing the £1000 prize, or will their creative differences prove too hard to swallow?
5. Series 15, Episode 5
Aired: 21-01-2011
It's the final night in Kent, and building boss - and confirmed foodie - Chris Newbold has the last opportunity to grab the prize. But he's also determined that Italian Marcello won't spoil the evening with his usual insults. Armed with a few choice words and a sophisticated, international menu, Chris hopes to impress his guests and keep Marcello in check. However, leaving much of his cooking until the guests are seated, Chris is taking quite a risk. And will Marcello's attempt to sweeten the others with gifts to win them over, or will they finally tell him exactly what they think? This is Chris' opportunity to win the £1000 prize, but only if he pulls off his challenging menu and impresses the pickiest guest of all.
6. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 23-01-2011
A week of dining in East Lancashire with quite a lot of kissing, much belching and an unannounced twin. One of the funniest episodes of Come Dine with Me, this features the hilarious antics of mayoress Carol Stinton, perma-tanned hairdresser Jonny Kemp, spiritualist Sue Hartley and the plumber with Victorian values Nick Holt.
7. Series 15, Episode 6
Aired: 24-01-2011
Part-time model, journalist and poet Azzi Kalili is first up in west London. Persian Aussie Azzi hosts her dinner party in a Moroccan marquee in her garden - on a cold London winter's night.
8. Series 15, Episode 7
Aired: 25-01-2011
It's the second day of the competition and host plumber Steve Capel has a bit of an accident preparing his favourite dish, an African roulade of ostrich, kudu and springbok. Later on when he attempts a show featuring his nunchuks, Steve's routine is cut short by an injury to his thumb that causes carnage in the living room. Can he recover from these setbacks?
9. Series 15, Episode 8
Aired: 26-01-2011
It's the turn of ex-wedding planner Zae, who hopes to impress with his wedding-style menu and his attention to detail. But when the guests arrive, things don't run quite as smoothly as the perfectionist host envisaged.
10. Series 15, Episode 9
Aired: 27-01-2011
Events organiser Emma Boardman Magliocchetti is the latest host. The only issue is that Emma has never actually cooked a three course meal before in her life. Recently-married Emma wants to prove to her new Italian husband, and her guests, that she can be a perfect wife and create an incredible Italian feast. Will Emma's glamorous hostessing skills impress them all? Or will her picky behaviour over the previous few nights come back to haunt her?
11. Series 15, Episode 10
Aired: 28-01-2011
Last to host in west London is busy mum Jane Welch, who's feeling the pressure as she's out of practice at hosting dinner parties. Fits of nerves are just the first of Jane's hurdles, because her adventurous menu may not be to everyone's taste. The night kicks off with the guests in fancy dress, but soon everyone's enjoying the first-class food. Compliments begin to flow, quickly followed by Jane's tears when she's overwhelmed by the positive feedback.
12. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 30-01-2011
Plastic surgery fan Jo Allen takes on self-confessed `hairy-bummed roofer' Nigel Reid, Rocky Horror-obsessed drag queen Justin Hussey, and saleswoman Margaret Hope, in a week of fights and lost tempers.
13. Series 15, Episode 11
Aired: 31-01-2011
Marketing manager Stephanie Hale goes head-to-head with local councillor Alex Foster, beauty therapist Janice Overton, project engineer Brian Hodges, and party animal (and business manager) Barry Dickman. Stephanie is a great cook and she also knows how to mix a mean cocktail. But one of her guests can't stomach her prawns, while another has trouble working out what an artichoke is.
14. Series 15, Episode 12
Aired: 01-02-2011
In Nottingham, local councilor Alex Foster hopes to impress with a fancy French menu and a spot of bell ringing. Sadly, Brian likens Alex's starter to cat food, Janice tells him to tidy up his house, and Barry compares the cornichons to intimate body parts.
15. Series 15, Episode 13
Aired: 02-02-2011
Janice Overton is feeling quietly confident that her 1970s themed night will be a winner. Luckily her guests are also in the mood for a bit of 70s nostalgia with the normally grumpy Brian arriving dressed as Noddy Holder and Alex squeezed into a PVC pantsuit. But it's not long before a chill descends on the dinner table when Brian reveals that he's not keen on one of his fellow diners. And things get worse when everyone reveals how uncomfortable they feel in Janice's pristine house.
16. Series 15, Episode 14
Aired: 03-02-2011
In Nottingham it's the turn of a self-proclaimed 'sexist' - engineer Brian Hodges - to host. But, Brian can't actually cook. In fact Brian does so little cooking he doesn't even have enough cutlery to go round. Knowing his skills are limited to say the least, Brian's plan for his evening is to wing it. He's borrowing cutlery from his local pub, has a friend sorting him out with some wine, his local butcher helping him in the kitchen, and has even convinced his friend's daughters to come and waitress for him.
17. Series 15, Episode 15
Aired: 04-02-2011
Barry Dickman is hoping his Greek-themed night will be enough to win him the competition. But how will his guests take to eating his traditional Greek food and dancing to traditional Greek music?
18. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 06-02-2011
Battling it out in the heart of Robin Hood country are U2 fanatic Lynn Negus, DJ/photographer/ex-gigolo Dennis Nyama, primary schoolteacher Maria Beal and former roadie Pete Chaffe.
19. Series 15, Episode 16
Aired: 07-02-2011
First to host is glamorous insurance worker Zoe Prince, who's cooking an Italian-themed menu, despite not being Italian and never having been to Italy. But that might not be too much of a problem as the other guests don't seem to know their saltimbocca from their vermicelli. With a tip-top menu prepared, Zoe soon learns she's got a lot more on her plate to deal with than just the food, as her guests are a right bunch. The boys seem more interested in finding out whether Zoe's a model or pole-dancer, rather than a good cook. And things go from flirty to frosty when chip shop manager Martyn Bilby attempts to hold the hand of fellow guest Latvian ice queen Signe Jase. Fusspot Tracey Hewer, who works in trading standards, is on edge as soon as she hears Tito the cat meowing upstairs. And don't even get her started on her high food-presentation standards. Will Zoe be able to get her guests to put their differences aside and stop looking at her grubby cutlery for long enough to give her a credible score?
20. Series 15, Episode 17
Aired: 08-02-2011
It's chip shop manager Martyn Bilby's turn to host, and he's pulling out all the stops with his signature dish 'Swan Lake': a chocolate éclair swan on a blue jelly lake. After a fractious first night at Zoe's, Martyn asks his guests to dress formally. But any chance of impressing them goes out the window when Zoe and Signe spot photos of him greased up and posing for a 'Mr Doncaster' body-building competition. And things go from bad to worse when Signe gets what looks suspiciously like a hair in her hot king prawn surprise. Martyn might talk a good game, but that just gives him further to fall as far as fussy Tracey is concerned. Can she hide her utter contempt or will it be plain for all to see?
21. Series 15, Episode 18
Aired: 09-02-2011
Tracey Hewer is a queen of desserts and she's sure she can win over her guests with a barrage of cup cakes - for starter, main course and, obviously, for dessert. The guests might also be going home with a dozen carefully packaged cupcakes all of their own. But by the end of the night frozen peas might be of more use after Zoe threatens to wallop Martyn if he doesn't hold his tongue. And Signe is less than flattering about Tracey's cooking.
22. Series 15, Episode 22
Aired: 10-02-2011
It's Latvian lecturer Signe Jase's turn to host, and she's decided to offer an adventurous menu of Latvian delicacies such as herring salad and salted salmon. Signe's main is wild boar. It's all too much for Tracey, who refuses to try much of the food, leading to a showdown with Martyn who thinks she's being rude. Can Signe calm fraying tempers and come out on top?
23. Series 15, Episode 20(30 min)
Aired: 11-02-2011
24. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 13-02-2011
In South Buckinghamshire, Nicholas Witherick, who works and lives in a stunning stately home, takes on hard-talking waitress Lisa Bristow, wind-up merchant Dale Evans, and creative art teacher Annie Hearne. What follows is a week of fine dining featuring body art, seafood wars, fibbing, taunts, and daggers drawn at pudding time.
25. Series 15, Episode 21
Aired: 14-02-2011
First to host in Birmingham is hair and beauty tutor April Richards. April is serving zebra meat for starters. But Paz Thakrar is a strict vegetarian who thinks even eating vegetables is cruel. Might a puppy in a pot and a raw dessert save the day?
26. Series 15, Episode 22
Aired: 15-02-2011
Second to host in Birmingham is scientist John Fennel, who brings his lab skills into play with soda-siphoned fish batter and ice cream made with nitrogen oxide.
27. Series 15, Episode 23
Aired: 16-02-2011
In Birmingham Vanessa Erigbogbo is serving lobster, confit of duck, and fried grasshopper canapés. This may pose a few problems for strict vegetarian Paz. Banker Vanessa describes herself as a `brilliant cook' and expects to win the competition by giving her guests their first fine-dining experience of the week. But her ongoing arguments with Paz could put a dent in her plans.
28. Series 15, Episode 24
Aired: 17-02-2011
Strict vegetarian Paz Thakrar is latest to host in Birmingham. But first Paz must milk a cucumber to rid it of any evil cucumber toxins. Alas, there is still quite a bit of bad feeling from his avid meat-eating guests concerning the veggie menu - and his plans for karaoke as entertainment.
29. Series 15, Episode 25
Aired: 18-02-2011
Last up in Birmingham is insolvency administrator Toni Shukla. It's been a fairly unsuccessful week, so Toni could quite comfortably take the prize. The only problem? She doesn't know how to cook.
30. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 20-02-2011
In Dorset store-owner Harj takes on student/beauty queen Brittany, military trainer Shaun Jackson, and metrosexual foodie, Michael Psaradelli. Harj claims not to like ugly people, but when Cambridge undergraduate Brittany reveals that she once posed as a pin up - Harj condemns modern media for being all about boobies. And while Shaun rates his cooking almost as highly as his bedroom skills - giving himself a nine out of ten - Michael talks about his wife rather a lot, which becomes quite a bone of contention with the others. His wife also calls to check to see if he's drinking.
31. Series 15, Series 26
Aired: 21-02-2011
Zac Kwintner serves steak fondue while handing over cooking duties to his house staff, which does not go down well with his guests. Medical insurance boss Zac Kwintner goes head to head with easy-going mature student Gerry Hill, giggly travel agent Kayleigh Hunt, web designer Marc Harris, and fun-loving council worker Ameena Cott.
32. Series 15, Series 27
Aired: 22-02-2011
Mature student Gerry Hill hopes to spice things up with his Egyptian feast. But his menu gets mixed reactions from his guests. Later on, banter soon turns to insults as Ameena lays into Zac, accusing him of being manipulative, she compares him to Big Brother's 'Nasty Nick'. And Gerry's night goes from bad to worse when Kayleigh falls ill and has to go home early.
33. Series 15, Series 28
Aired: 23-02-2011
Third to take up the challenge in Gloucestershire is bubbly travel agent Kayleigh Hunt. Kayleigh's hoping to add a touch of the exotic to her night with her Moroccan-themed menu. However her meal soon becomes more famine than feast when she forgets to put on the main course, leaving one guest snoring and another fuming. With a table full of hungry guests, Kayleigh resorts to dressing up in her favourite outfits to keep everyone amused.
34. Series 15, Series 29
Aired: 24-02-2011
Web designer Marc Harris is next up in Gloucestershire and is confident his Spanish menu will blow his guests away. But things go downhill fast as he makes a mess of his starter.
35. Series 15, Series 30
Aired: 25-02-2011
It's the final night in Gloucestershire and last to take the challenge is fun-loving council worker Ameena Cott, who hopes to dazzle with a glitzy, glamorous evening. Having carved carrots into butterflies, fashioned a birdcage centrepiece from a melon, and colour co-ordinated her evening dress to match her dog's outfit, Ameena is ready to party. Initially her guests are impressed, but things take a nose dive when Kayleigh refuses to eat her starter. Can Ameena recover with an electric pulse-pad treatment and strawberry face mask for her guests?
36. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 27-02-2011
Castle-dwelling food snob Patrick Dromgoole battles it out with no-nonsense cookery addict Ann Hay, Christian weight watcher Jolyn Jewson, and Duffy, a performance poet and forager. The week starts at Patrick's castle with a lone piper playing on top of the castle tower and with grace before dinner said in Latin. The week also features some foraging in the glen and dogs dressed as butlers in fitted dinner jackets.
37. Series 15, Series 31
Aired: 28-02-2011
First to host is Lola Oduba, who is convinced that her natural flare for cooking and sophisticated tastes will ensure an effortless victory. Twenty-three-year-old languages graduate and vintage clothes collector Lola's retro menu features polenta with tapenade, pork belly, and rhubarb and almond pudding. Lola's guests are curtain maker Joss Woolf, stand-up comic Boe Olaleye, rapper and DJ Niyi Adelakun, and doggie outfit designer Francesca Sawyer.
38. Series 15, Series 32
Aired: 01-03-2011
It's the turn of Essex girl and dog-lover Francesca Sawyer to host. Unfortunately Francesca doesn't own a cooker. Francesca's menu includes fruit-flavoured vodka jelly, poussin, and her self-proclaimed `award-winning' cup cakes.
39. Series 15, Series 33
Aired: 02-03-2011
Niyi swaps his decks for dishes as the DJ deals with a shed full of chickens, a table made from a door, a fridge that doubles as a wardrobe, and a menu that might just have too many courses.
40. Series 15, Series 34
Aired: 03-03-2011
It's the turn of 54-year-old curtain maker Joss Woolf to take the culinary challenge. Joss finds that her Thai menu gets a mixed response from her guests, and that her entertainment for the evening, singing around a piano, brings out the worst in Lola. And if that wasn't enough to be dealing with, what will Joss make of Niyi saying he has a crush on her, and would love to cuddle up in bed and listen to Radio 4 with her?
41. Series 15, Series 35
Aired: 04-03-2011
Last to host in north London is stand-up comedian Boe Olaleye, who is hoping his 'Back to African Roots' menu will wow his guests. A master on the stage and meticulous in the kitchen, Boe has everything to play for, but can comedy and cooking claim the prize, or will Boe's evening bomb?
42. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 06-03-2011
Battling it out are proud and very loud American post mistress Rosie Rawsthorn, straight-talking vegetarian Linda Cottam, not-so-funny joker DJ Johnny Pep and ultra-critical financial advisor Anne Thompson. Which of them will walk away £1000 richer?
43. Series 15, Series 36
Aired: 07-03-2011
44. Series 15, Series 37
Aired: 08-03-2011
45. Series 15, Series 38
Aired: 09-03-2011
46. Series 15, Series 39
Aired: 10-03-2011
47. Series 15, Series 40
Aired: 11-03-2011
48. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 13-03-2011
There's a meat feast fiasco in Walsall, moonwalking, insults and tears at dinner time. Jeweller Christian Woodall's meat menu goes a bit haywire, while vegetarian beauty therapist Georgina Smith's animal-free meal is not to everyone's liking. On the first two nights of the week the insults fly and tears are shed at the table. But a group rendition of Oasis's Don't Look Back in Anger on Paul Wigfield's evening brings some amount of calm back to proceedings. But will Irish cattle farmer Jennifer Brack's home reared steak pies be good enough to win her the prize?
49. Series 15, Series 41
Aired: 14-03-2011
First to host in west Lancashire is 30-year-old business manager Ross Chapman, whose fishy themed menu suffers a string of errors and culinary disasters in the kitchen.
50. Series 15, Series 42
Aired: 15-03-2011
Second to host in west Lancashire is single mum-of-two Lindsay Pulford, who's hoping to impress with her Caribbean-themed night.
51. Series 15, Series 43
Aired: 16-03-2011
History student Chris Mosey is the latest to host, with a menu including blue cheesecake and Scouse tapas.
52. Series 15, Series 44
Aired: 17-03-2011
Louise Dee is hoping to impress with her menu of Spanish-inspired food and her plans for an 'Old Skool Rave'.
53. Series 15, Series 45
Aired: 18-03-2011
It's the final day in west Lancashire, and last to host is medical photographer Lorraine Rimmer, who is looking forward to giving her diners a night of authentic Spanish cuisine.
54. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 20-03-2011
Fighting it out this time are football-mad lad Christian Wood, fussy army wife Tina Watson, drama queen spiritualist and picky eater Dean Foy, and no-nonsense ex-18-30s holiday rep Lara Watson. The week features an apparently food-phobic host, tears at dinner time, the ashes of three dead cats and a white witch, with a white witch for a partner. And if all this wasn't enough, a guest commits one of the cardinal sins of dinner party etiquette by spitting her food out into a napkin.
55. Series 15, Series 46
Aired: 21-03-2011
First up in east Cheshire is fun and flirty Val. The glamorous pensioner is going head to head with yummy mummy Hazel Ardern, radio DJ Nick Hawkins, garage servicing manager Michelle Kenworthy, and party girl Zoe Miller. Nick is initially thrilled to be the only man, but soon gets nervous when he realises what he's taken on. Val's out to impress with a Middle Eastern banquet but spicy food makes Michelle's ears itch! There's also a course of belly dancing lined up for afters.
56. Series 15, Series 47
Aired: 22-03-2011
Yummy mummy Hazel hopes her combination of fine food and great hosting skills will get her top scores in east Cheshire. But Hazel has a big job on her hands to impress one guest in particular - fussy eater Michelle, who made a display of herself at last night's dinner party spitting out a broad bean and making faces over dessert.
57. Series 15, Series 48
Aired: 23-03-2011
DJ Nick Hawkins is next to host and is confident that he can multi-task as well as any woman. But guests Val and Hazel wonder if Nick's beef Wellington will rise to the occasion. Nick decides to win over his guests over with some good old fashioned impressions. However, things take a turn for the worse when the women decide to do impressions of each other.
58. Series 15, Series 49
Aired: 24-03-2011
It's the turn of Michelle to host and she is certain her deep fried mushrooms stuffed with duck and orange pate and a round of bingo will win her the prize.
59. Series 15, Series 50
Aired: 25-03-2011
Party girl Zoe Miller is last to host in east Cheshire and has high hopes for her international menu - and some interesting hats and disco lights for entertainment.
60. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 27-03-2011
Bollywood wannabe Paresh Vara takes on shop assistant Cherelle Welch, mind reader Alex Crow and straight talking solicitor Cathie Woolhouse, in a week featuring some deep-fried kofta balls gone wrong, a titanic clash of two chatterboxes, and a mysterious dark parlour filled with rats, snakes and all things spooky.
61. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 03-04-2011
Singleton sauce-pot Rosita Bowkat takes on feisty landlady Tania Jones, Take That tribute-band member Tony James (AKA Blobbie Williams of Take Fat), and fitness enthusiast Nicholas Clarke. Prepare for a colourful week featuring farting at the table, a dessert of gazelle horns and honey balls, insults, rampant fatism, a Roman-inspired menu with dormouse, and a scary pig mask.
62. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 10-04-2011
A week of culinary giddiness in Swansea includes a never-ending soup and a close thing with a pavlova. Some of Swansea's keenest hosts go head to head. Doing battle are garage manager Stephanie Morgan Thomas, TV cameraman Luke England, telesales worker Ed Curnow, and larger-than-life charity worker Helen Foley.
63. Series 15, Come Dine with Me
Aired: 17-04-2011
Mum-of-two Joanne Wilson takes on Italian hairdresser Franko Russo, Richard Haxell and Aussie weight-loss consultant Sam McCallum. Joanne hates noisy eaters and takes exception to Franko for slurping his drink. The next night she tries to educate Franko about burping at the table. By night three, CEO Richard has set up a naughty chair for Franko to sit on whenever he misbehaves. Not only this, but Richard soon reveals his collection of thongs... and a photo of him stripping. The week also features a battle of the tiramisus.
Season 16 (December 2009)
1. All in One: Celebrity Xmas Special, Hannah Waterman, Diarmuid Gavin, Sherrie Hewson, David Gest
Aired: 22-12-2009
Music impresario David Gest joins in a festive culinary clash with former EastEnder Hannah Waterman, TV gardener Diarmuid Gavin and Loose Women presenter Sherrie Hewson. Four nights of Christmas shindiggery follows featuring carol singers, live reindeer, hungry celeb guests nipping off for a pizza, inappropriate gifts, bizarre fancy dress, plastic surgery revelations, and a Hollywood legend serving canapés.
Season 17 (No air dates)
Season 18 (June 2010)
1. All in One: WAGS Special, Nicola T, Chantelle Tagoe, Jessica Lawlor, Jude Cisse
Aired: 08-06-2010
Four glam footballers' other halves are putting down the shopping bags and picking up the utensils, as they battle to win the culinary cup in Come Dine With Me WAGs Special The gloves are off and the heels are on, as the wives and girlfriends prove they're more than just pretty faces. First up is Jude, wife of French striker Djibril Cissé, who puts the other girls to the test by serving up a 'papaya salad'… made from cucumber. Chantelle Tagoe, missus of England striker Emile Heskey, is as keen to show off her shoe collection as her cooking, while the centerpiece of Jessica Lawlor's evening is her decadent décor, including a flotation tank and television built into her bed. Meanwhile, former Page 3 girl, Nicola T, is out to prove her premier league credentials with a night of fairy costumes, magical entertainment and scintillating conversation. "For some reason I always end up talking about willies…" she says.
Season 19 (May 2010)
1. All in One: Celebrity Special, Derek Hatton, Edwina Currie, Rod Liddle, Brian Paddick
Aired: 06-05-2010
Season 20 (May 2010 - July 2011)
1. All in One: Gameshows Special, Pat Sharp, Anthea Redfern, Jenny Powell, Michael Barrymore
Aired: 23-05-2010
A game show special featuring much loved faces from the shiny world of tricky questions and glittering prizes. Strike It Lucky host and tabloid favourite Michael Barrymore takes on Anthea Redfern from The Generation Game, Wheel of Fortune babe Jenny Powell, and the man who was once synonymous with the word mullet, Funhouse frontman Pat Sharp. Highlights of the four nights of dining include Barrymore trying to lick dip off Anthea's foot, stealing food off other people's plates, and smashing the crockery - leaving Anthea no choice but to lock him in the garden. Meanwhile, Jenny Powell fears that Pat has become much too interested in her chest, and then her meal ends in a food fight with Jenny covered in cream!
3. All in One: Big Brother Winners, Nadia Almada, Brian Belo, Sophie Reade, Brian Dowling
Aired: 06-09-2010
In this special edition all the contestants - or should that be housemates? - are former Big Brother winners. Stepping up to the plate are series 2 winner - quick-witted, cheeky Irish chappy Brian Dowling; Big Brother 5 champion - passionate, Portuguese Nadia Almada; 2007 winner - Essex wide-boy Brian Belo; and 2009's gorgeous victor - glamour model Sophie Reade. The week starts with Brian Dowling, who quickly regrets presenting a rather easy menu. Nadia makes it clear from the outset that she is going to be quick with the criticisms and is less than impressed with some of Sophie's dopey comments (she asks if potatoes grow on trees) or Brian's uncouth behaviour. On night two Nadia is convinced that she's going to win with her authentic Portuguese menu. It's not long before conversation turns to this week's hot topic - breasts - and an eye-watering anecdote from Nadia leaves everyone shocked. Brian Belo plays host on night three and there are farcical scenes as the novice chef attempts to prep his ambitious menu, and yet more flirting between Brian Belo and Sophie, culminating in a cheeky kiss. On the final night 'stranger to vegetables' Sophie hosts, with a minimal menu and an even more minimal outfit. At the table, Sophie shows her latest bikini photos to the group, much to Brian Belo's delight. The dinner ends on a sour note, however, when Nadia vents her spleen at a shell-shocked Brian Belo. But which of the popular Big Brother winners will be crowned the Champion of Champions and win the £1,000 charity prize?
4. All in One: Celebrity Special, Debbie McGee, Lembit Öpik, Iain Lee, Jodie Marsh
Aired: 14-09-2010
This celebrity special features famous magician's assistant 'the lovely' Debbie McGee; former MP, and aspiring stand-up comic, Lembit Opik; radio presenter and former 11 O'Clock Show host Iain Lee; and Essex glamour model and party girl Jodie Marsh.
5. Series 20, Episode 5
Aired: 22-10-2010
This time the culinary showdown comes with a soap star twist, featuring Brian Capron off Coronation Street, James Redmond from Hollyoaks, and Lorraine Chase and Adele Silva from Emmerdale, in a week of entertaining which includes persistent flirting, a spot of table football, and sombreros.
6. Series 20, Episode 6
Aired: 12-11-2010
Veggie-hating food critic Mark Garner goes fork to fork with tarot card reader and vegetarian Pascha Taylor, pub landlord Jon Patullo and the racily-clad Jilly Fitzgerald. But who will rise above accusations of exclusion and sexism, desserts licked by pets, appalling service, and the shock of a fetishwear-stuffed wardrobe, to grab the prize?
9. Series 20, Episode 9
Aired: 06-12-2010
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the nation's favourite soap, Come Dine with Me heads to Coronation Street. Four of Weatherfield's famous stars battle it out to bag a £1000 cash prize for charity. Legendary leopard-print landlady Bet Lynch (Julie Goodyear) takes on hapless shopkeeper Reg Holdsworth (Ken Morley), street loudmouth Kelly Crabtree (Tupele Dorgu), and bad-boy bookie Des Barnes (Philip Middlemiss), in a competition featuring some bawdy humour, a foot spar of tiny biting fish, 'Corrie de Bangkok', boys in drag, and a male slave in an animal-print thong.
26. All in One: Southampton
Aired: 24-04-2011
First up to host is PR glamour puss Lucy Richmond who hopes to make a splash with her nautical-themed evening. Day two is the turn of night club promoter Jay Paul, who despite his limited cooking experience reckons he can wow his guests with party entertainment. Day three sees lorry driver Phil Whyte divulge a string of jaw dropping revelations about his complicated sex life. The final night is hosted by fish and chip shop magnate Beverley Rees, whose evening slowly spirals out of her control. Will the four contestants be able to stay in one room long enough to find out who's the winner of the £1,000 prize?
27. All in One: South East Essex
Aired: 01-05-2011
Make-up wearing Matthew Richmond-King takes on clean queen Kate Beesley, old rock and roller Simon Holdgate and dog sitter Jane Bunting in a week featuring numerous lessons in table manners, tales from the rock and roll lifestyle, and a piece of fruit for a head dress.
28. All in One: North East London
Aired: 08-05-2011
Italian gym instructor Salvo Riggi takes on fashion-mad PA Brenda Gobine, lady of leisure Zed Kiazim, and fancy-dress loving Amanda Hull. Dog-lover Zed is first to host in a night that takes a nosedive when Salvo tells Amanda she looks like an escort. The week continues with an aphrodisiac menu, a seven-foot butler, and an explosive falling out that results in someone's dinner ending up in the bin.
29. All in One: Exeter
Aired: 15-05-2011
A spicy-food war breaks out in Exeter between Geoff Green and up-front party girl Beka Platt. There is also a rabbit showdown later in the week between keen hunter John G. Wills and bunny-owning drama student Mandy Plumridge.
30. All in One: Newcastle
Aired: 22-05-2011
Competing for the prize in the self-proclaimed party capital of the North are finance manager Liz O'Sullivan, eyelash-extension technician Julie Scullion, trainee teacher Ritu Nayyer and smooth talking Mark Shields, who's out to woo the ladies in order to win. The week of competitive dining features a dessert disaster, leaving the sorry host in tears, a starter called `the knicker dropper' that goes down like a lead balloon, and a surprise confession on the last night that leaves the other contestants fuming.
31. All in One: Leeds
Aired: 29-05-2011
Ping pong-loving Swede Evelyn Friede takes on politics student James Greenhalgh, personal development coach Sarah Shafi and Canadian born DJ Nolan Kane. The week of competitive dining includes an ABBA-themed dress code, a water bed, and an extravagant sandwich gateau.
32. All in One: Harrogate
Aired: 17-06-2011
A brand new series of Come Dine with Me kicks off in Harrogate, where four amateur cooks compete for the coveted £1,000 prize. All the scoring is in secret and only at the end of the week is the winner revealed. Conventional Emma Revis, who'll have you know her initials are ER - the same as the Queen's - is faced with three of the most eccentric people she has ever met. Work-shy millionaire's son Matthew Hetherington stuns his guests by throwing their coats at his hired help to put away. Camp, balding letting agent Tim King reveals he more than compensates for the lack of hair on his head by having one of the hairiest backs the world has ever seen, while eco-warrior and nomad Alison Brierly challenges everyone's palates (and stomachs) by serving pheasant road kill and chocolate coated insects.
33. All in One: Northampton
Aired: 24-06-2011
Firing up their hobs this time are driving instructor and practical joker Billy McArthur, glamorous granny Michaela McQuade, outspoken American mum Sarah Lester, and house-proud photocopier service manager Kevin Pawlowski. On the menu is some very rare duck, an impressive display of the Klingon language, and a `posh' approach to dining, featuring tuxedos, cocktail dresses and... chicken kievs.
34. All in One: Leicester
Aired: 01-07-2011
This brand new cook-off in Leicester includes compulsory meditation, eating with hands, body painting, a controversial hair in a guest's pudding... and quite a lot of bickering. Battling it out for the prize are aromatherapist Erica Swinthenbank, yoga teacher Anne Marie Newland, graphic designer Jamie Traynor and security officer Pretesh Singadia.
35. All in One: Birmingham
Aired: 08-07-2011
Hairdresser Phil Gifford takes on drama student Naomi Chamroo, posh chatterbox Maddy Savitt, and serious conversationalist Randeep Sami, in a week featuring bhangra dancing, boob testing, a spot of baldism, `the devil's spawn', and even a bit of civilised conversation.
Season 21 (October 2010 - December 2010)
3. Manchester, Jonathan Lomas
Aired: 06-10-2010
Jonathan Lomas hopes to wow his guests with his Greek-inspired menu plus a bonding session in his garden hot tub, while Alicia hopes to take the heat off matters by playing the didgeridoo.
5. Series 21, Episode 5
Aired: 08-10-2010
The last to host in Manchester is dandy film student Dennis Keighron-Foster, who plans a tricky duck and risotto main course and a performance from his glee club pals.
6. South East London, Robert Johnston
Aired: 25-10-2010
First to host is fashion journalist Robert Johnston, who serves a starter of Stilton ice cream and tomato sorbet, slow roasted pork with chilli and fennel, and sephardic orange and almond cake.
7. Series 14, Episode 42
Aired: 26-10-2010
Trainee aqua-aerobics instructor Jennifer is keen to keep it real with a mountain of home-cooked Caribbean food and a demand that her guests just 'chillax'.
8. Series 21, Episode 7
Aired: 27-10-2010
Bricklayer Joe is next to host. But after insulting Karen on Monday night can Joe turn things around with his mystery Greek main course?
9. Series 21, Episode 9
Aired: 28-10-2010
Is Karen trying a little too hard with a whopping seven dishes including Chinese duck, French pate, Greek lamb, and American cheescake?
10. Series 21, Episode 10
Aired: 29-10-2010
It's the final day and the turn of laid-back host Majid Ravandi. But can Majid's breezy composure make up for a terrifyingly hot prawn starter and a dry main course?
11. Series 21, Episode 11
Aired: 01-11-2010
First to host in Hertfordshire is Iranian born Amir Hezarah whose strategy is to be on his best behaviour for his night, before showing his real colours for the rest of the week. He's ultra confident of impressing his guests with an Iranian feast of lamb stew and rose water ice cream.
12. Series 21, Episode 12
Aired: 02-11-2010
Neat freak Claire Diamond hopes to excite her guests with a starter of crispy chilli chicken, a main of roast rack of lamb with potato dauphinoise, and a huge dessert of panacotta, meringue and chocolate cheesecake, while trying to keep her house spotlessly clean. The guests all seem to appreciate her menu apart from Amir, who starts to show his true colours by having a hissy fit about the simplicity of the food. As the evening unfolds there is a shock discovery in the bathroom and a surprise with the starter.
13. Series 21, Episode 13
Aired: 03-11-2010
Posh boy and wannabe pop star Charles Maximilian Winnington Leftwich hopes his elaborate menu and outdoor music performances will wow his guests and win him top marks. But it's not an easy ride for the young host who lives at home with his mum. The guests struggle with his starter, the rain threatens to spoil the BBQ, and a row develops about how much money Charles receives from his parents.
14. Series 21, Episode 14
Aired: 04-11-2010
It's Diane Mitham's turn to host. And so far the week has been dominated by Amir and constant arguing, so Diane is determined to let her food do the talking and impress her guests with a simple menu of carrot and coriander soup, chicken lemon drizzle followed by witches deadly cream scoop. But the evening gets off to an interesting start when she introduces her beloved pet, an 8-year-old tarantula!
15. Series 21, Episode 15
Aired: 05-11-2010
It's the final day of the competition in Hertfordshire and the turn of feisty hairdresser Mel Steel to demonstrate her culinary skills with a mix of French and Caribbean dishes. For once, it's not the food that has the guests rattled, but the request to arrive in fancy dress. Will Charles and Amir quit their sniping and call it a truce? And will Mel's dress code lose her points, or will her eclectic menu be the winning formula that bags her the cash prize?
18. Series 21, Episode 18
Aired: 10-11-2010
Colin's main course is a retro toad in the hole, but his gravy goes lumpy, and he also uses ginger instead of garlic for his garlic baked prawns.
19. Series 21, Episode 19
Aired: 11-11-2010
Ex-copper Kerry Tolliday is going big on taste with her menu and is also laying on a psychic medium for the entertainment.
20. Series 21, Episode 20
Aired: 12-11-2010
It's the final day and beefy butcher Scott plans a hearty meaty menu. But what happens when Andie decides to confront Scott about alleged sexist behaviour?
21. Series 21, Episode 21
Aired: 15-11-2010
First to host is self proclaimed princess Tracey Durrant. But will Tracey's attitude lose her precious points?
27. Series 21, Episode 27
Aired: 23-11-2010
Lady of leisure Daniella is pinning her hopes on an Italian menu and the wow factor of her Georgian country house.
28. Series 21, Episode 28
Aired: 24-11-2010
Angela McFarlane's planning a fun-filled evening complete with a limbo competition. Over the starter Elliot and Denise confront Angela about the strange things they found in her bedroom drawers, and it's not long before Angela's behaviour returns to form with some saucy talk.
29. Series 21, Episode 29
Aired: 25-11-2010
Despite a lack of dinner party experience electrician Elliot is planning a top-class menu featuring not one, but two desserts. He has even booked a local band to serenade his guests. But Elliot's night proves more difficult than he had hoped
30. Series 14, Episode 65
Aired: 26-11-2010
Last to host in Birmingham is devilishly good-looking French foodie Jean-Benoit, who plans a fabulous four-course menu. But can Jean-Benoit find a way of overcoming Denise's fussy eating habits and her tendency towards toilet talk?
37. Series 21, Episode 37
Aired: 07-12-2010
Saucy beautician Rochelle Barrett hopes to spice things up with her Caribbean-themed meal. But a celebrity lookalike game causes tempers to boil over.
38. Series 21, Episode 38
Aired: 08-12-2010
Vegan-activist Donna Thomas hopes to impress her guests with her Japanese-themed vegan meal. And Mark gets quite excited at the prospect of a deep fried ice-cream dessert.
39. Series 21, Episode 39
Aired: 09-12-2010
Mark Feakins plans a flamboyant, highly theatrical sounding menu for his night. But will the food be as impressive as it sounds? And will his wine gag backfire?
40. Series 21, Episode 40
Aired: 10-12-2010
Sarah Roscoe is last to host and hopes to triumph with her gourmet Michelin-inspired menu. But her decision to cook veal for her main dish has not gone down well with Donna the vegan. And will Robin's wind-ups finally get to her?
Season 22 (January 2011 - December 2011)
6. Cardiff, Sophie Hunter-Brown
Aired: 22-01-2011
Fun-loving primary school teacher Sophie Hunter-Brown is first up in Cardiff. Sophie is planning a Thai full-moon beach party as her theme for the night. This is despite the fact that she has never been to Thailand. Sophie's guests however are not convinced. Stewart is dreading a tacky student affair, Emma thinks the host must be a man, Huw is flummoxed about what a full-moon beach party is, and Gina thinks that she should wear an overcoat. Sophie has plenty of fun things in store for her guests including buckets of cocktails and a limbo competition. But as the evening unfolds there may be a shock in store for our party girl.
7. Cardiff, Huw Jones
Aired: 22-01-2011
In Cardiff second to host is headmaster Huw Jones who hopes to impress his guests with some fine dining. Sadly Huw plans mushroom tart, while events manager Stewart has a mushroom phobia.
8. Cardiff, Emma Nurse
Aired: 22-01-2011
Nurse Emma Nurse hopes her quirky food choices and fun entertainment will draw attention away from her not-so-great cooking skills. While her guests are amazed by her brave but random menu choice, no one is particularly looking forward to a starter of sprout pate. Emma kick starts the evening with salsa dancing and an impersonation game. But Gina refuses to salsa and not everyone likes the way they're being impersonated!
9. Cardiff, Gina Goddard-Bell
Aired: 22-01-2011
Gina Goddard-Bell prides herself on her organisational skills, but soon suffers a setback when she runs out of rice Over the week Gina's non-stop talking about herself has won her few fans, and the other guests have mixed feelings about the night ahead: Sophie thinks it's going to be boring, Stewart thinks that Gina will `yak us to death', and headteacher Huw jokes that he has ear plugs at the ready.
10. Cardiff, Stewart Duff
Aired: 22-01-2011
It's the final day and the turn of hospitality manager Stewart Duff. Will the guests find Stewart's fancy menu, featuring mixed game pithiviers and garlic ice-cream, all style and no substance?
46. Medway - Kent, Nina Gaskell
Aired: 30-05-2011
Retired granny and experimental cook Nina Gaskell is first to host in Medway, Kent, and is serving cucumber stuffed with corned beef Kick-boxing, keep-fit-crazy Nina is hoping to impress her guests with some very unusual dishes - gravy with coconut, anyone? - but there's a genuine sense of fear when Nina's stuffed cucumber arrives at the table. And the guests are even more baffled by her bizarre choice of palate cleansers.
47. Medway - Kent, Laura Leibo
Aired: 31-05-2011
Barmaid Laura Leibo is struggling with the stress of hosting and decides to make it up as she goes along with her cheesecake. Later on the guests take part in a robotic dance-off in the kitchen, with granny Nina Gaskell showing a hidden talent for street moves.
48. Medway - Kent, Esther Kennedy
Aired: 01-06-2011
Police communications officer Esther Kennedy has planned a gourmet dinner party menu, but her food receives mixed reviews. Esther has very high standards and believes a successful dinner party means everything must be just so. Nice cutlery, matching plates and impeccable glassware are an absolute must. It is surprising, therefore, when later on she treats her guests to an impromptu rock show in her garage, providing the backing vocals herself.
49. Medway - Kent , Patrick Fysh
Aired: 02-06-2011
Posh art graduate Patrick Fysh hopes to impress his guests with his molecular gastronomy. But Nina's left speechless by some risqué pictures of Patrick's girlfriend. Michael is a bit confused by Patrick's interest in surrealist feminist art. And Esther winds up with a face full of chocolate.
50. Medway - Kent, Michael Dodsworth
Aired: 03-06-2011
Cheeky-chappy Michael Dodsworth is last to host and is keeping it simple in the kitchen with Thai chicken cakes, jambalaya and raspberry and lime sorbet. There're also party games, including piñata, where the donkey gets a real pasting.
51. Merseyside, Siobhan Parkinson
Aired: 06-06-2011
Single mum Siobhan Parkinson is first to host in this brand new competition in Merseyside and hopes to win her guests over with her homely menu of chicken liver paté, lamb, and pavlova.
52. Merseyside, Ashley Burke
Aired: 07-06-2011
Glam student Ashley Burke plans an oxygen bar as entertainment for ehr guests on her night as host. She may need it herself, as crushing some raspberries for pudding leaves her feeling exhausted. Ashley still lives at home and normally has her mum there to help with everything - but today she's on her own.
53. Merseyside, Jean-Jacques Silitto
Aired: 08-06-2011
French fitness instructor Jean-Jacques Silitto hopes to impress with the unusual combination of fancy French food and a 'gym bunny' theme. He's even devised an assault course so his guests can work off their meal. Alas Ashley says if any form of exercise is suggested she will `lie on the floor and scream', Siobhan and Lin don't have a clue what they're eating, and Justin hopes the `tarte' isn't Jean-Jacques' girlfriend.
54. Merseyside - Justin Sumner
Aired: 09-06-2011
Electrician and all-round prankster Justin Sumner is determined to prove you can be both a clubber and a good cook and is out to impress his guests by creating a Chinese-themed menu from scratch. Having offended last night's host Jean Jacques by breaking wind at the table, Justin's determined to win back his friendship by dressing as Dr Love to `spread the love around the party'. He has also hired a cheesy crooner to serenade his guests.
55. Merseyside, Lin Rearden
Aired: 10-06-2011
It's the final night in Merseyside and the host is house-proud hospitality assistant Lin Rearden, who hopes her super organised approach will win her the prize. But Lin will have to keep all the young ones in check, as they've been steadily getting out of hand as the week's progressed. Lin's preparing two `surprise' desserts, and even a surprise party game. Will this be enough to impress her unruly guests?
56. Hull, Sarita Robinson
Aired: 13-06-2011
This week's competition comes from Hull and first to host is competitive local politician Sarita Robinson. She's going head-to-head with feisty barmaid Sarah Williams, snobby ex-royal butler Dan Smith, eccentric ex-bunny girl Krystyna Stark and art student and love coach Glenn Davison. Sarita is convinced her food and hosting skills will be enough to bag her the £1,000 cash prize and she's got a pink-themed evening planned to impress her guests. Will Sarita's traditional menu and cryptically named dessert 'Finish with a sparkle' be enough to fend off competition for the rest of the week?
57. Hull, Krystyna Stark
Aired: 14-06-2011
It's the second day of the competition in Hull and next to host is eccentric ex-bunny girl Krystyna Stark. After shocking the others with her feathery attire last night, the guests are expecting the unexpected and Krystyna doesn't disappoint. The evening soon dissolves into mayhem when Krystyna serves up her starter of Avocado Mediterranean (which contains prawns) to non-shellfish eater Sarita Robinson, who refuses to eat it. And Krystyna accuses barmaid Sarah Williams of putting on an act because of her issue with having different textured foods in her mouth at the same time. With the girls at loggerheads, Glenn and Dan try their best to smooth things over but the evening takes an unexpected turn when Krystyna bursts into song. Can her tribute to the Queen Mum lighten the mood? And most importantly, will Krystyna and Sarah get through the night without hitting each other?
58. Hull, Dan Smith
Aired: 15-06-2011
It's the third day of the competition in Hull and next to host is aspiring country gent and ex-royal butler Dan Smith. Dan doesn't believe his palace experience will help bag him the £1,000 cash prize but his care-free attitude's certainly not going to help either, as his first move of the day is to visit his local deli to buy his dessert! The tension between the ladies is hard to ignore but while Dan is away in the kitchen, tempers really fly in the dining room. Dan is dumbstruck as to how his evening has turned into chaos. With one party trick and five shop-bought chocolate brownies up his sleeve, will it be enough to bring harmony to the group and win him the £1,000 cash prize?
59. Hull, Sarah Williams
Aired: 16-06-2011
It's the fourth day of the competition in Hull and next to host is feisty single mum of four Sarah Williams. After three nights of intense bickering between the women, Sarah is determined her evening will be a more relaxed affair. She's hoping a no-nonsense menu of traditional northern grub, and the added sparkle of a 'Moulin Rouge' theme, will do the trick in cheering up her fractious guests. Has Sarah done enough to win the £1,000 prize?
60. Hull, Glenn Davison
Aired: 17-06-2011
It's the final day of the competition in Hull and last to host is art student and love coach Glenn Davison, who is hoping that his charm will win over the ladies and bag him the cash prize. After a week of snide comments and general sulkiness among the women, the mood in the group is mixed, but with one dinner party left to go, the contestants are determined to have a good time, and they're expecting high things from Hull's very own lothario. Not wanting to disappoint Glenn's lined up an artistic feast, starting with 'Ocean Romanticism', a main entitled `Eastern Impressionistic Green' and for dessert 'Abstract a la Crepe', which has the group baffled as to what they are. Can Glenn's 'Abstract a La Crepe' save the day and will his entertainment distract the bickering women?
61. Plymouth, Annie Wroe
Aired: 20-06-2011
Van driver Annie Wroe has given her menu a racy theme with a risqué name for each course. Her starter is `Something Fishy Going On'. Her main course is `Saucy Pork Loins with Veg'. And for dessert it's `Chocolicious with a twist'. Meanwhile the after-dinner entertainment involves being electrocuted. Unfortunately Charlie refuses to eat the main course because it's cold and he likes his food `hot and wet', which leaves Annie planning her revenge.
62. Plymouth, Suzanne Hyde
Aired: 21-06-2011
After some fiery exchanges last night Suzanne Hyde is ready for a confrontational evening. But she's hoping her `simple' style of cooking can win over her diners. Alas things don't go to plan and Suzanne has a row with Annie.
63. Plymouth, Tony Wade
Aired: 22-06-2011
Former sailor Tony Wade hopes to prove he's the best cook in the group with a triple bird roast and a triple chocolate mousse. Tony also hopes to bring peace between Annie and Suzanne by sittting them next to each other. Could be risky.
64. Plymouth, Sarah Joy
Aired: 23-06-2011
Fourth to host in Plymouth is Sarah Joy, who, having witnessed night after night of rows, is hoping to bring a sense of joy to proceedings by rolling out the disco. But outspoken guest Suzanne has other ideas. To make matters worse Sarah has a last minute plate crisis.
65. Plymouth, Charlie Brunel
Aired: 24-06-2011
It's the final day in Plymouth and the turn of ex-Navy man Charlie Brunel - who is putting the emphasis on having fun for his night. To get everyone into the party spirit Charlie is planning on a pirate evening, complete with fancy dress and a fish pie called `Pirate's Pie'.
66. Coventry, Annierose Crone
Aired: 27-06-2011
First to host in Coventry is 22-year-old wannabe glamour model Annierose Crone, who loves sausages so much they will feature not only in her starter and her main, but her dessert as well.
67. Coventry, Chris Tabor
Aired: 28-06-2011
Chris Tabor - master chocolatier and all-round food snob - takes up the culinary challenge with a fancy menu that provokes some mixed reactions from the others, with Chris and pub landlord Tony Jackson falling out.
68. Coventry, Joanne Edwards
Aired: 29-06-2011
Part-time pro-wrestler Joanne Edwards leads with the risky strategy of preparing dishes that she has never cooked before. And her lack of practice soon shows as she ends up making more of a dog's dinner than haute cuisine.
69. Coventry, Tony Jackson
Aired: 30-06-2011
Picky pub landlord Tony Jackson rolls out his pub-themed night. But can Tony please arch rival Chris, who's looking for revenge?
70. Coventry, Michelle Russell
Aired: 01-07-2011
It's the last night of the competition and hair salon owner Michelle Russell must not only host, but manage the tensions and frustrations bubbling close to the surface. The evening begins on a high with champagne in Michelle's garden, but the good mood quickly sours as last night's host Tony decides tonight's the night to wind everyone up. And when Jo makes a shock announcement and refuses to eat Michelle's lamb, the atmosphere at the table soon turns frosty.
71. Middlesborough, Dawn Griffiths
Aired: 04-07-2011
Promotions rep Dawn Griffiths is confident that her Asian-themed evening of curry and traditional Indian dancing will scoop the prize. But she's got a tough crowd to please, a rowdy bunch made up of practical joker Ron Gordon, mouthy market trader Kay Griffiths, sophisticated teacher and thespian Karena Serdecka, and bin man Paul Tidy.
72. Middlesborough, Ron Gordon
Aired: 05-07-2011
Practical joker Ron Gordon hopes an evening of expertly cooked food, elegant hosting skills, and a couple of surprises for his guests will win him the competition in Middlesborough. He is also determined to get a word in edgeways with noisy Kay who dominated last night's dinner party and ruffled a few feathers in the process.
73. Middlesborough, Kay Griffiths
Aired: 06-07-2011
Self-confessed loud mouth Kay Griffiths hopes to liven up her guests with a night full of good food, colourful conversation, some conflict, and her homemade punch.
74. Middlesborough, Karena Serdecka
Aired: 07-07-2011
Cosmopolitan drama teacher Karena Serdecka is treating her guests to a Dutch/Polish menu and her rock chick performance, taking to the stage to sing with her band in a skin tight mini dress and platform boots.
75. Middlesborough, Paul Tidy
Aired: 08-07-2011
It's the final night of the competition from Middlesbrough and bin man Paul Tidy is planning a movie star, fancy dress theme party, and lots of garlic. Paul loves garlic, but Ron doesn't. Unfortunately for Ron, Paul's meatball sauce includes five whole bulbs of garlic alone. Paul's got a lot on his plate - even without all that extra garlic - so will he be able to clinch the prize money or will his night end in tears and indigestion?
76. West Yorkshire, Bev Stewart
Aired: 11-07-2011
The latest cook-off comes from West Yorkshire, where first to host is 50-year-old, no-nonsense healthcare worker, Bev Stewart, whose menu includes fish fingers, meat and potato pie, and jelly and ice-cream. Hair salon owner Rebecca hates fish fingers, computer network engineer Adam feels a meat and potato pie isn't special enough, sales advisor Philomena hates ice-cream, while business owner Charlie assumes the host must be a male school-teacher. Bev has plenty of things in store to get people in the school-party mood, including an apple bobbing competition. But as tensions rise between the guests, it's not long before the fun is forgotten and playground politics kick in.
77. West Yorkshire, Adam Bolam-Peel
Aired: 12-07-2011
Forty-year-old computer engineer Adam Bolam-Peel has plenty of surprises up his sleeve - from Northumbrian pipe playing to a session of poetry writing. But as the evening unfolds it doesn't take long for nit-picking guest Philomena to find fault with Adam's cluttered house. And to make matters worse, Charlie can't resist goading Rebecca about her teeth.
78. West Yorkshire, Rebecca Saunders
Aired: 13-07-2011
Image-conscious salon owner Rebecca Saunders has plumped for a 'Glitz and Glam' dress code as part of her evening in Keighley that also includes a mock makeover for everyone.
79. West Yorkshire, Philomena Golenya
Aired: 14-07-2011
It's the turn of 47-year-old Italian sales advisor Philomena Golenya, who is serving a four course menu that's she's written out in Italian. Charlie accidentally breaks Philomena's chair and Philomena has to put out a fire in the kitchen. But her Italian dancing proves to be quite a hit - with at least one of her guests.
80. West Yorkshire, Charlie Walker
Aired: 15-07-2011
It's the final night and last to host is Charlie Walker, who intends a night of extravagant entertainment with a 'Stylish with Swimwear' dress code and a hot tub disco.
81. Leeds, Catherine Williams
Aired: 29-08-2011
A new round of the culinary competition begins in Leeds, where first host Catherine Williams, a pescetarian, is cooking a South American-inspired menu for her guests.
82. Leeds, Garth Kirsten-Landman
Aired: 30-08-2011
Second to host in Leeds is outspoken South African Garth Kirsten-Landman, who is hoping his unusual menu - featuring kangaroo meat - will bag him the £1000 prize.
83. Leeds, Sam Appleby
Aired: 31-08-2011
It's Day 3 in Leeds and fun-loving banker Sam Appleby's turn to host. His 'Best of British' themed night features a Henry VIII outfit and a traditional menu with chargrilled lamb.
84. Leeds, Louise Emmerson
Aired: 01-09-2011
Day 4 in Leeds sees company administrator Louise Emmerson as host. She opts for a Mediterranean menu inspired by her former mother-in-law, featuring Madrid chicken and aubergine bake.
85. Leeds, Diane Jones
Aired: 02-09-2011
It's the final day of the contest in Leeds and the turn of high-flying property developer Diane Jones to cook. Her menu features Greek filo pastries and a main of cod in Italian sauce.
86. Wolverhampton, Niru Ghai-Read
Aired: 05-09-2011
First to host in Wolverhampton is housing officer Niru Ghai-Read, who's confident her Indian menu and bombardment of entertainment will scoop the prize. Niru's going head-to-head with hippy Kyle Ferguson, part-time model May Dudley, lothario Stefano Scaringi, and highly-competitive student Bally Singh. Stefano stuns them all when he asks May some extremely intimate questions, and Niru has a naughty threesome up her sleeve for dessert. It's a noisy and eventful night, with awkward dance moves and controversy. Can Niru keep it all together?
87. Wolverhampton, Stefano Scaringi
Aired: 06-09-2011
It's the turn of Stefano Scaringi to try to wow his guests in Wolverhampton. The restaurant manager has more than food on his mind, however, as he plans to curry favour with May.
88. Wolverhampton, Bally Singh
Aired: 07-09-2011
It's the day three and fun-loving Bally Singh is hoping a 'student night' can scoop him the prize. May has to put up with more of Stefano's one-liners. While Bally's starter of beans on toast leaves his guests gobsmacked.
89. Wolverhampton, Kyle Ferguson
Aired: 08-09-2011
IT worker and self-confessed hippy Kyle Ferguson is hoping to prove himself in the kitchen. But is he just too laid back to pull off his Wolverhampton-inspired menu?
90. Wolverhampton, May Dudley
Aired: 09-09-2011
The final day of the competition sees model May Dudley, a self-confessed culinary novice, rely on a 'mum-knows-best' approach. Things go well until serving the tiger prawn starter sends May's stress levels through the roof.
91. Essex, Emma Parsons
Aired: 12-09-2011
First to host in Essex is support worker and party girl Emma Parsons, who reckons she can win the competition on personality alone.
92. Essex, Adam James
Aired: 13-09-2011
Adam James is next to host in Essex. The confident letting agent pops to the local salon to top up his tan before cooking, only to get into a muddle in the kitchen later on while his guests admire his hunky photos on his wall. Later Lisa worries that Adam's Rolex may not be the real deal as he serves them a very bright cabbage and suggests a vajazzle as a post dinner treat.
93. Essex, Lisa Styles
Aired: 14-09-2011
Hairdressing entrepreneur Lisa Styles is planning to woo her guests at her mansion situated in eight acres of land. There will be butlers and Lisa's prize-winning stallion performing a show jump for the guest's amusement. Unfortunately Emma compares Lisa's main course of lamb to an armpit.
94. Essex, Hal Dervish
Aired: 15-09-2011
Family man Hal Dervish is planning six different dishes for his meze starter and four different meats for his main of traditional Turkish barbeque. There's tension at the table as Emma and Diane's week-long argument over the `meaning of posh' continues. And a Turkish dance in the garden where the guests really let loose.
95. Essex, Diane
Aired: 16-09-2011
It's the final night in Essex and posh magistrate Diane hopes to inject a little sophistication into the competition by hosting a black tie event. She also gives each guest a hair transformation - which proves to be a real winner.
96. Warrington, Geoff Carter
Aired: 19-09-2011
Water feature builder and bad-joke-teller Geoff Carter is first to showcase his dinner party skills with an Asian-themed menu.
97. Warrington, Stephen Robinson
Aired: 20-09-2011
It's the turn of call centre manager Stephen Robinson to host in Warrington. Can his camp choral entertainment and raspberry bakewell slice win him the prize?
98. Warrington, Alison Davies
Aired: 21-09-2011
In Warrington beef farmer Alison Davies is serving one of her own cows as part of her meal. But a tour round the farm results in Linda having a mishap in the duck pond.
99. Warrington, Emma Hoyle
Aired: 22-09-2011
Science teacher Emma Hoyle is hoping that a scientific approach will help her win the prize. Will pre-dessert fireworks and a soak in Emma's hot tub end the night on the high?
100. Warrington, Linda Weaver
Aired: 23-09-2011
Linda Weaver is putting on a fancy dress party for her guests with a multicultural theme and hopes to wow the group with her bagpipe playing skills.
101. South East London, Sophia Pottinger
Aired: 26-09-2011
First to host is gym-fanatic Sophia Pottinger, who's confident her simple but classic menu with dancing for afters will win her the prize. Her guests for the week are goth chick Francessa Santamaria, man-about-town Amadin Ryan, straight-talking Maria Eltheriouri, and competitive cook Fraser Devlin.
102. South East London, Fraser Devlin
Aired: 27-09-2011
In south east London friendly foodie Fraser Devlin is hoping that an evening of expertly cooked food will win him the prize. But Fraser isn't just relying on his food, he's also planning to put on some entertainment. What he doesn't know is that by the end of the night he won't just be providing the entertainment, Fraser will be the entertainment too.
103. South East London, Francesca
Aired: 28-09-2011
Rock chick Francesca's got a lot to prove as her guests think she's a bimbo and have even named her Barbie. In keeping with her rocker image Francesca's food is all music related - Prawn to be Wild, followed by Rock Star Rib of Beef, and for dessert Sweet Child of Wine. The guests love the titles but are less impressed with the dress code - Rock Chic. Mouthy Maria hates fancy dress and fashionista Amadin chooses to ignore it completel. Scotsman Fraser saves the day however and arrives as his newly discovered alter ego Axel McRose. In the evening Amadin and Sophia discover a portfolio of revealing pictures, and Francesca is forced to admit to her former career as a glamour model.
104. South East London, Amadin Ryan
Aired: 29-09-2011
Day four sees attention-grabbing Amadin Ryan next up to host. But Amadin isn't putting on your average dinner party, he is throwing a Victorian banquet.
105. South East London, Maria Eletheriou
Aired: 30-09-2011
It's the last day of the competition and Maria Eletheriou is serving meze just six weeks after having gastric-band surgery to help her lose weight. There will be no dieting tonight though as Maria is keen to win, so no small portions and no healthy food is allowed. There will even be a sickly dessert of marshmallow, chocolate and passion fruit mousse. Maria's entertainment gets off to a smashing start and they also all enjoy a little boogie. As the evening ends, the winner is revealed, to the delight of some and the devastation of others.
106. Swansea, Jen Edwards
Aired: 03-10-2011
It's the first day of the competition in Swansea and fitness fanatic Jen Edwards is producing low-carb dishes for her guests, one of whom causes a stir by telling Jen she hates her menu.
107. Swansea, James Knight
Aired: 04-10-2011
School teacher James Knight host his dinner party, a school-themed occasion, complete with children's party games.
108. Swansea, Keith Larrard
Aired: 05-10-2011
It's the midway point of the Swansea culinary contest and tackling the challenge is 6ft 8in rugby boy Keith Larrard, whose guests see him as a bull in a china shop in the kitchen.
109. Swansea, Karen Wood
Aired: 06-10-2011
Day four and host Karen Wood can't wait to get her guests partying in her hot tub after serving them a buffet-style menu featuring quiche.
110. Swansea, Katherine Waldemar Brown
Aired: 07-10-2011
It's the final night and poised to take the challenge is naughty solicitor Katherine Waldemar Brown. Katherine has gone all out with a sophisticated menu, `tarts and vicars' dress code, and even a mock trial for her guests. But, with the bad feeling that's simmered between two of her guests all week, it doesn't look as though there will be order in Katherine's court.
111. Celebrity Special, Bobby George
Aired: 10-10-2011
Five celebrities who love to entertain take it in turns to throw a dinner party, starting with a Chinese feast made by darts legend Bobby George.
112. Celebrity Special, Chantelle Houghton
Aired: 11-10-2011
Chantelle Houghton is the second host in a week of celebrity specials and offers up a vegetarian menu for her four guests, along with a challenge to see who can do the best catwalk pose.
113. Celebrity Special, Cleo Rocos
Aired: 12-10-2011
One-time sidekick to 80s comedian Kenny Everett and name dropper extraordinaire Cleo Rocos takes to the kitchen, although her dinner party menu seems to feature a lot of shop-bought food.
114. Celebrity Special, Andrew Stone
Aired: 13-10-2011
Pineapple Dance Studios star Andrew Stone hosts a Moroccan-themed dinner party for his famous guests, but he can barely cook so he's decided to buy most of the food from a local restaurant.
115. Celebrity Special, Pete Burns
Aired: 14-10-2011
It's the final night of this celebrity cooking contest and an eclectic menu from 80s pop star Pete Burns consists of cold soup, a chocolate fake meat con carne, and a very wobbly dessert.
116. Celebrity: Return of the Worst, Bobby Davro
Aired: 17-10-2011
In a first for the show, some of the most calamitous celebrity hosts return for a week of second-chance dinner parties. Kicking off the week is entertainer Bobby Davro. Bobby is sure he's learned his lesson after the blunders of his previous party, where he served up measly portions and an inedible dessert. Bobby's love of fun and frolics is the inspiration behind his `School Days' theme menu and dress code. And while tiny dancer Wayne Sleep is excited about trying `Sir's Sausage and Mash', actress Lesley Joseph is more concerned about looking a prat in her pinafore and straw boater. With It Girl Tamara Beckwith and Apprentice star Raef Bjayou adding a generous dollop of posh perspective, Bobby's evening quickly becomes a raucous night of bad behaviour, poor spelling and even a caning for mischievous schoolboy Wayne. Will Bobby's evening be a lesson in fine food and entertainment, or will he be sent to the naughty step after yet another night of culinary gaffes?
117. Celebrity: Return of the Worst, Wayne Sleep
Aired: 18-10-2011
Wayne Sleep returns to make good on his previous calamitous turn as a celebrity cook. This time Wayne plans a Moulin Rouge theme for his night - with dress code. Bobby Davro unleashes his inner drag queen and dons a frock. Lesley Joseph's eyes begin to water - not from the sight of Bobby in a dress, but from the strong cheese on Wayne's menu. And Apprentice star Raef Bjayou may have come dressed as a manly Ring Master but he soon finds himself dancing the Can-Can with the rest of them. By the time dessert arrives it's all too much for socialite Tamara Beckwith. Buckle up for one of the most raucous, debauched and just plain silly nights in Come Dine with Me history.
118. Celebrity: Return of the Worst, Raef Bjayou
Aired: 19-10-2011
Apprentice star Raef Bjayou takes a second turn as a celebrity host. Raef plans to cook his own meal this time, but he hasn't got a home to cook in!
119. Celebrity: Return of the Worst, Tamara Beckwith
Aired: 20-10-2011
Socialite Tamara Beckwith plans to fix her soggy cake problem from last time, and to wow her guests with a Rat Pack theme for the night. With a handsome Dean Martin lookalike on hand to serve the cocktails, Lesley Joseph is left shaken and stirred, as is dinky dancer Wayne Sleep, who enjoys the cocktails a bit too much! Bobby Davro, meanwhile, reveals his serious side.
120. Celebrity: Return of the Worst, Lesley Joseph
Aired: 21-10-2011
For the last dinner party of the week actress Lesley Joseph has decided on a Titanic theme for her evening, with a chamber orchestra, and even some water-wings.
121. Wirral, Vernal Aley
Aired: 24-10-2011
The cookery competition comes to the Wirral and first to host is lap dancing club-owner and millionaire Vernal Aley at his luxury mansion. Vernal is up against feminist and masters student Candida Darling, fun-loving party girl Chrissy Griffin, who giggles a lot, chicken-lover Adele Richards, and project manager and foodie Stuart Leake.
122. Wirral, Candida Darling
Aired: 25-10-2011
Feminist student Candida Darling is second to host on the Wirral. But will Candida's hairy chicken scupper her chances of winning the prize? Given her views on Vernal's lap dancing business her guests are surprised to see a set of revealing pictures taken in Candida's youth. But the night ends in good spirits with Vernal weighing up Chrissy's assets.
123. Wirral, Adele Richards
Aired: 26-10-2011
It's the turn of chicken enthusiast Adele Richards, who is hoping to throw a great dinner party using plenty of home grown ingredients, including eggs from her hens. But Vernal is less than impressed with the amount of cat hair in the food, as are Candida and Stuart. And while the others are left gagging, serial giggler Chrissy is left chuckling - again.
124. Wirral, Chrissy Griffin
Aired: 27-10-2011
Bubbly hairdresser Chrissy Griffin is hoping a colourful Caribbean menu will help her bag the prize. But simmering tensions boil over at the table followed by tears and tantrums.
125. Wirral, Stuart Leake
Aired: 28-10-2011
It's the final night and 32-year-old foodie Stuart hopes to bring harmony back to the group by throwing a glamorous 1920s themed dinner party.
126. Edinburgh, Peter Ferguson
Aired: 31-10-2011
First up in Edinburgh is events manager Peter Ferguson, who hopes to deliver a show stopping night for his four unsuspecting guests, with a gospel choir in to get them on their feet.
127. Edinburgh, Alison Lynch
Aired: 01-11-2011
Second to host is Alison Lynch, who's plans a jiujitsu-themed surprise for her entertainment. Meanwhile Cynthia charms Gary by telling him just what she can do with a mango.
128. Edinburgh, Cynthia Gentle
Aired: 02-11-2011
Beautician Cynthia Gentle plans to win over her guests in Edinburgh with an international themed menu, including crocodile as part of the main course.
129. Edinburgh, Rena
Aired: 03-11-2011
In Edinburgh healthcare worker Rena is planning a decadent menu. But it's Cynthia who raises a few eyebrows when she brings out one of Rena's bedroom toys out at the table.
130. Edinburgh, Gary Reid
Aired: 04-11-2011
Security boss Gary Reid is rigging his dining room in Edinburgh with spy equipment so his guest's every whims are catered for. And Alison and Peter continue to bicker.
131. Croydon, Keith Preddie
Aired: 07-11-2011
Kick-starting the competition in Croydon is childcare practitioner and Michael Jackson impersonator Keith Preddie. His love for the King of Pop is evident as he moonwalks his way around his kitchen to prepare for his party. But will his guests think it's all style over substance as they tuck into his prawn cocktail starter, 'Shamone' chicken main and the duo of puds for his 'Dirty Diana' dessert?
132. Croydon, Suzie Phillips
Aired: 08-11-2011
It's the turn of cat obsessive and vegetarian Suzie Phillips to host in Croydon and she's is going to have to work hard to win round her carnivorous guests. With character clashes and kitty capers galore, can Suzie bag that £1,000 prize or will her night be a catastrophe?
133. Croydon, Vanessa D'Souza
Aired: 09-11-2011
Host and trainee solicitor Vanessa D'Souza is hoping to set the standard with her 'Michelin-starred' quality meal. Self-confessed food snob Vanessa is hoping to educate her fellow diners with her culinary skills and fine wines, which includes serving the perenially-tricky soufflé. Will Vanessa's soufflés rise to the occasion, or will her attempt at Michelin-star dining fall flat and cost her the £1,000?
134. Croydon, Sarah Marie Palmer
Aired: 10-11-2011
This stage of the culinary contest in Croydon sees straight-talking Sarah Marie Palmer take up the challenge. Will an evening that includes an appearance from Sarah Marie's pet snake Princess, a pole dancing completion and some very spicy food be enough to win her the £1,000 cash prize?
135. Croydon, Robert Preston
Aired: 11-11-2011
On the last leg of the competition in Croydon, host and skateboarding geek Robert Preston is hoping his inventive cooking will win over his guests. Self-styled 'mystery man' Rob leaves his fellow guests baffled about what to expect when they find out he's serving a 'Badger salad'. Will Rob's unusual food and entertainment be enough to bag him the £1,000?
136. Southampton, Anna Gibbons
Aired: 14-11-2011
It's the first day of the competition and receptionist Anna Gibbons is planning a burlesque-themed dinner party - with pole-dancing in the garden. Things get off to a rocky start around the table when Anna is forced to defend her goat's cheese tart starter Anna's main course also sees an awkward moment when Greg suggests the prawns used in her curry aren't of a very high standard. By the time Anna serves dessert, she's hoping the entertainment has helped the diners work up an appetite. Little does she know it involves an ingredient that one of her guests has a phobia of...
137. Southampton, Darren
Aired: 15-11-2011
Party animal Darren host a 90s raver-themed evening and also surprise his guests with an unfortunately placed tattoo. Darren serves up an impressive starter of molecular melon, but his main course takes a turn for the worse, and the appearance of a mouldy raspberry in his dessert rather lets him down.
138. Southampton, Greg Bell
Aired: 16-11-2011
It's the halfway point of the competition and customer service advisor and food snob Greg Bell is planning a night fit for royalty. After two nights of picking at and criticising his fellow competitors, it doesn't take long before the guests begin to get their own back on Greg. It's blow after blow until finally he snaps.
139. Southampton, Tasha Whyte
Aired: 17-11-2011
Tasha Whyte is hoping her simple menu with fun entertainment will ease any tensions that remain between her guests in a dinner party full of twists and turns that ends with a bang.
140. Southampton, Bijal
Aired: 18-11-2011
It's the final night and the turn of Bijal, who is on a mission to create the ultimate dinner party with no meat, in what proves to be an explosive end to the week.
141. Birmingham, Matthew Emson
Aired: 21-11-2011
Matthew Emson hopes to win over his fellow diners with a combination of luxury ingredients, charm and tactical game play. While his crystal ball-reading entertainment makes a big impression on Patricia,Terence and Sarah find it hard to take seriously.
142. Birmingham, Lorraine Wood
Aired: 22-11-2011
Second to host in Birmingham is catering assistant Lorraine Wood who has chosen a Mexican theme for her night, including inflatable cacti and a hula hoop competition. But it's going to take more than that to impress last night's host Matthew Emson, who declares that the `gloves are off' now that his night is over. Terence Wallen is expecting a wholesome meal from voluptuous host Lorraine, and gets more than he bargained for when he sees Lorraine's skimpy costumes. But as the night unfolds the insults fly, temperatures rise and tears roll.
143. Birmingham, Sarah Ward
Aired: 23-11-2011
Next to host in Birmingham is young music graduate Sarah Ward, who owns an extensive collection of doll's houses and plans a Tudor-style dance for entertainment.
144. Birmingham, Patricia Jones
Aired: 24-11-2011
In Birmingham, 42-year-old chatterbox and salon owner Patricia Jones is hoping to impress her guests with an Irish-themed menu and a personal performance of a Celtic classic.
145. Birmingham, Terence Wallen
Aired: 25-11-2011
The final night in Birmingham sees Terence Wallen serving parrot fish and offering a massage to de-stress his fellow diners.
146. Norwich, Miranda Robinson
Aired: 28-11-2011
Come Dine With Me is in Norwich, and first to host is MA student and part-time waitress Miranda Robinson. With her staple uniform of high heels and short skirts, Miranda claims that although she looks like a bimbo she is actually rather intelligent. She hopes to impress her diners with her posh starter of Escargot de Bourgogne. Miranda is adamant that everyone should at least try her starter, but some of her guests find them hard to swallow, in particular fussy chip van owner Cheryl Pennell, who isn't keen on eating any "foreign muck". But house music producer Danny Bond - otherwise known as DJ Gadget Man - loves snails when they are cooked to perfection (he won't be satisfied with rubber bullets). Her guests are less fearful of her main course - sea bass with roasted vegetables - but local radio DJ Dave Webster does not spend his evening masticating over bones. Completing the Norwich line-up is self-confessed smarty pants Amy Nicholson who finds the perfect opportunity to show off when conversation turns to Miranda's ostentatious word-wall. So, will Miranda's saucy outfits, posh menu and high-brow dinner conversation bag her £1,000 prize? Or will the snails and pretension leave her guests feeling sluggish and uncomfortable?
147. Norwich, Danny Bond
Aired: 29-11-2011
It's the second day of the competition in Norwich and the turn of international DJ Danny Bond (aka Gadget Man) to host. Danny sweats it out in the kitchen with a very adventurous menu and as he pushes his culinary skills to the limit, it's touch and go whether he will pull it off. And he's got a DJ dress code to boot. While Danny's food goes down well with his guests, the host himself is unimpressed with the outcome, and his time spent away from the table leaves the guests feeling a little let down by Danny's hosting skills. Will Danny's fancy menu and entertainment of a group sing-along be enough to win over his fellow diners and bag him the £1,000 cash prize?
148. Norwich, Amy Nicholson
Aired: 30-11-2011
It's halfway through the week in Norwich and the turn of part-time stand-up comedienne Amy Nicholson to host. But before the guests even arrive, they are puzzled by her laid-back Middle Eastern menu. Dave, Danny and Miranda are confused by the strange sounding food, while fussy eater Cheryl fears that she'll be served up more "foreign muck". The night kicks off with table talk of Amy's stand-up but Dave steals her limelight announcing he too is a stand-up comedian. The calibre of the jokes however suggests the East Anglia comedy circuit might be best avoided. Amy's food is described as a bush-tucker trial and looks a bit like oatmeal, but she assures the group that she is going for taste over presentation. Will her "turd" looking food and unusual tattoos strike a chord with her diners, or will her jokes and pretension wear a bit thin?
149. Norwich, Dave Webster
Aired: 01-12-2011
It's day four of the competition and time for Norwich's version of Alan Partridge, aka radio DJ Dave Webster, to cook. He's planning a Norfolk-inspired menu, which should hopefully please one of his guests, fuss-pot and foreign food hater Cheryl Pennell. The night kicks off with a few giggles when Amy and Miranda stumble across a photo of their host in speedos. And the Dave-bashing continues when he asks his guests to guess his job. Not that Dave cares, he's too busy congratulating himself on his culinary excellence. Dave's 'entertainment' initially seems underwhelming, but it causes rather a stir when Miranda gets competitive and loses her rag. So, will his traditional Norfolk food win over his diners and bag him the £1,000 prize or will tempers and tantrums spoil the night?
150. Norwich, Cheryl Pennell
Aired: 02-12-2011
The final night in Norwich sees chip shop van owner Cheryl Pennell cook for her guests. Luckily for Cheryl, her van is parked on the drive ready for her to serve her 'posh' fish and chips. However, things don't go quite according to plan when one deep fat fryer fails to heat up leaving her cooking plans in disorder. Once she gets the food on the table, Miranda wastes no time in drawing attention to her cleavage and some misplaced chilli sauce. As the night progresses Cheryl finally gets something she's been dying all week off her chest. After a week of exotic dining, will Cheryl's 'posh' fish and chips be enough to win over her guests and win that £1,000 cash prize?
151. Stockport, Linda Weeks-Holt
Aired: 05-12-2011
Local councillor and proud northerner Linda Weeks-Holt throws a rag-to-riches themed evening, full of Northern delicacies, including tripe and meat puddings wrapped in an old bedsheet.
152. Stockport, Lady Annie Targett
Aired: 06-12-2011
It's the turn of Lady Annie Targett to host. But she's not just any lady, she bought her title off the internet. Lady Annie is hosting a black tie event.
153. Stockport, Sam Kitching
Aired: 07-12-2011
Civil servant Sam Kitching takes his turn at hosting. Sam's aim is to charm the ladies with his delights, while shooting down in flames his older arch rival, the retired copper John Brinnand.
154. Stockport, Kristen Cooley
Aired: 08-12-2011
All-American gal Kristen Cooley plans to bring the Wild West to Stockport for one night only and dazzle her guests with an American-themed party.
155. Stockport, John Brinnand
Aired: 09-12-2011
The final day sees retired copper and old charmer John Brinnand take up the challenge. John plans to go all Zen in homage to what he feels will be a winning Thai menu.
156. Celebrity Christmas Special, Linda Nolan
Aired: 26-12-2011
It's high camp at Christmas this year on Come Dine with Me as five plucky celebrities take to the stage for a festive pantomime special. The opening night sees singer Linda Nolan hosting with a Jack and the Beanstalk-themed dinner and the cast for this evening's performance truly enter into the panto spirit. There's a disaster with the dessert, fun and games with the infamous magic beans, and even a star turn from a pantomime cow! But has Linda done enough to impress her guests and win £1000 for charity?
157. Celebrity Christmas Special, 'Nasty Nick' Bateman
Aired: 27-12-2011
The second day of the Christmas special sees Big Brother villain 'Nasty Nick' Bateman play host, and he's planned a Dickensian Christmas Carol themed evening with all the trimmings. It soon becomes clear that Nick is taking his role of Scrooge too seriously and his guests are shocked when they see the tiny amount of food on their plates and the portion control applied to the dessert. To make matters worse, Nasty Nick's hosting leaves a lot to be desired and even a rousing chorus of Ding Dong Merrily on High fails to end the evening on a high note.
158. Celebrity Christmas Special, Bianca Gascoigne
Aired: 28-12-2011
Day three's pantomime is Snow White, casting model Bianca Gascoigne in the lead role as host. Her welcome certainly doesn't fall flat and, with her bevy of seven dwarves, her entertainment hits just the right note. However, it's not just the spuds on the stove simmering, as tensions at the table between 'Nasty Nick' Bateman and Linda Nolan threaten to boil over. Will Bianca's festive blow-out impress her guests or will tensions cost her the £1000 charity prize?
159. Celebrity Christmas Special, Danny Young
Aired: 29-12-2011
It's day four of the pantomime inspired Christmas special and the host is soap actor turned panto star Danny Young, who's putting on an Aladdin themed evening for his guests. Danny prefers takeaways to cooking and normally leaves things to his girlfriend. It soon becomes clear that he's been given a hand in preparing his meal, which he still manages to mess up. His guests arrive resplendent in Far Eastern costumes. The arrival of a belly dancer lightens the mood and there's wall-to-wall wobbling flesh as the celebrities burn off some of the calories they have consumed.
160. Celebrity Christmas Special, Colin Baker
Aired: 30-12-2011
The final pantomime curtain call is provided by former Doctor Who actor Colin Baker, whose Cinderella themed evening is a ball. After 30 years of avoiding anything resembling cooking a meal, Colin has to master the art of a three-course dinner, while Danny takes him on a journey back through time. Entertainment is provided by Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer as you've never seen him before and one of the guests walks away with a Christmas present of £1000 for charity.
Season 23 (April 2011)
1. All in One: Royal Wedding Special
Aired: 29-04-2011
The four royalists battling it out for the Street Party crown are vintage loving business development manager Samantha Porter, 39, first class air stewardess Claudie Howard, 44, flamboyant entrepreneur Vincent Osborne, 58, and retired broker Johnnie Hunter, 57. The Royal Wedding Street Parties include a traditional East End knees up with a 1940s theme, a glamorous wedding breakfast/ garden party, a Caribbean-flavoured Martinique mock wedding party and a traditional boozy village party on the village green with a hog roast. Which of the party organisers will have done enough to be crowned dinner party King or Queen and walk away with the £3000 prize?
Season 24 (July 2011 - March 2012)
1. All in One: Hull
Aired: 15-07-2011
Housewife Beccy Harrison, DJ Paul Green, glam marketing girl Eve Clark, and amateur dramatics director Mark Daniels battle it out for the prize. Beccy's Thai-themed evening is swamped by DJ Paul - who takes over every conversation, and can't stop trying to chat up Eve. Drama darling Mark's naked pictures raise a few eyebrows on his night as host. Eve Clark's night features `One Hull of a Menu', including `Hulloumi Salad'. But it's Eve's cocktail dress and heels that really get the thumbs up from Paul. Last to host is Paul, who hopes his version of gourmet food and a naff disco will pull in the points.
2. All in One: Avonmouth(30 min)
Aired: 22-07-2011
Four cooks in Avonmouth, near Bristol, battle it out in a week of dining including skip diving, food chanting, hula hooping and some rather embarrassing dancing. Cooking for the prize are kitchen designer Matt Smart, eco-warrior Lily Stephenson, teetotal yoga teacher Charlotta Martinus, and self-styled `Boyonce' Josh Willacy.
3. All in One: East Yorkshire
Aired: 29-07-2011
Four cooks battle it out in a week of palm reading, some racy discoveries in the bedroom, a confusion between posset and possum, and a bit of a botox controversy. The four cooks are hospital manager Richard Squire, Giles Johnson, who enjoys his own lewd humour, sassy masseuse Jo, who's up for a good time, and super-inquisitive aesthetic practitioner Angie Ward.
4. All in One: Norwich
Aired: 05-08-2011
The competitive foursome's week features an undercooked chicken, a 'busty' party trick, and a super hot chilli-eating challenge. Ultra-confident Sam Smith is positive he's got the winning menu, glamour model Polly Guy sets out to prove that she's more than just a pretty face, no-nonsense nutritionist Caroline Seamen has high standards when it comes to food, and bank manager and part-time DJ Richard Pearce doesn't hold back when it comes to handing out criticism.
5. All in One: South Devon
Aired: 12-08-2011
This new episode comes from south Devon, where party girl Frankie Tolliday takes on American rock chick Tara Mulholland, Dandy artist Simon Drew and relentless joker Peter Pyne.
6. All in One: Bristol
Aired: 19-08-2011
Four nights of competitive dining in the West Country, features a bit of manhandling, some dodgy 80s disco moments, and an enormous handmade sausage. Scatty 23-year-old yummy mummy Tess Swan-Ingrey takes on Ian Perryman, man of a thousand bad outfits (and even worse jokes), 42-year-old drugs worker Cathy Lord, and ultra-competitive salesman Tony Boniface.
7. All in One: Costa del Sol Special
Aired: 26-08-2011
In a Come Dine with Me first, the culinary competition ventures abroad to the sunny Costa del Sol, where four amateur ex-pat chefs compete for the coveted £1000 prize. As usual, all the scoring's in secret and only at the end of the week is the winner revealed. Budding entrepreneur Mekala Hodgson starts off the Spanish week with a very un-Spanish menu - pie and mash to be precise - in celebration of her Essex roots. Next up, well-bred, bi-lingual Greg Van Praagh attempts to wow with some complicated cookery. But a wobbly dessert results in some guests throwing 'wobblies' of their own! Sun-worshipping retiree John Morton intends to host an evening of entertainment and hilarity, but when one of his jokes backfires it all goes spectacularly wrong and sparks fly. It falls to the final competitor - fun-loving Mandy Strutton - to try to ease tensions within the group with a Thai menu. But will they be able to patch things up before the winner is revealed?
8. All in One: Athletics Special
Aired: 02-09-2011
In this brand new Come Dine with Me celebrity special, four Olympians battle it out to win a £1000 cash prize for charity. Former world champion javelin thrower Fatima Whitbread kicks off the week focused and totally prepared, but with a light and healthy meal for her guests. Just as well, considering she quickly has them all competing in her very own sports day in her back garden! Record-breaking, barefoot runner Zola Budd adds a South African touch to the week with her family-inspired recipes. High-jump champion Dalton Grant reaches new lows with a limbo dancing contest during a Caribbean-themed night. And last to go for gold is 400m hurdles gold medallist Kriss Akabusi who, reliving a past career in the army, provides a military drill instructor to whip his guests into shape.
9. All in One: Rugby World Cup Special
Aired: 09-09-2011
Four rugby greats - Kyran Bracken, Martin Offiah, Victor Ubogu and Gareth Chilcott - go shoulder-to-shoulder in a charity rugby special. Cheeky scrum half Kyran Bracken kicks off a week of banter and boisterousness by comparing manly war wounds with his fellow players. Also the quartet play 'egg Russian roulette', involving one fresh egg and three boiled eggs. On night two, winger Martin Offiah attempts a night of fine dining involving mussels and an 'authentic' Nigerian stew. Prop forward Victor Ubogu decides to lighten the mood on night three by getting everyone up close and personal with some sheep. And as 'lightweights' Martin and Kyran re left lagging, things get even more lively when Victor's guests discover that his dining table doubles as a pool table. Gareth Chilcott rounds off the week.
10. All in One: Telford
Aired: 16-09-2011
Donna Daly kicks off the week with a man-pleasing menu as she takes on Ian Carter, Sarah Ashley-Ruff, and self-acclaimed 'Mr Perfect', Adam Hurlin.
11. All in One: Burton-on-Trent
Aired: 23-09-2011
In Burton-on-Trent four cooks battle it out in a week featuring sloppy banoffee pie, some seriously undercooked prawns, and much talk of fake boobs and Botox. Refined food snob Charlotte Yates takes on brash culinary queen Lucy Quy, singer Fiona Denton, and `fun and flirty' Chris Bale. The week features its fair share of culinary controversies, including dumplings out of packet and shop-bought custard. And while one of the hosts reveals a talent for making animal noises, another introduces everyone to `Chubby', her fat-faced alter ego.
12. All in One: Tyneside
Aired: 30-09-2011
Battling it out in the north east are English teacher and competitive foodie Jenni McGagh, hairdresser Bobby Mukabaa, bowel-obsessed colonic irrigationist Cath Morgan, and cheeky-chappy butcher Dan Freeman. While Bobby looks a bit like Gazza and brags about his celebrity client list, Jenni's none too keen on his bread and butter pudding, and decides to hide it. Cath's `bowel-enhancing' evening leaves her guests wanting less information. Butcher Dan hopes his award-winning black pudding and top quality steak fillets will win him the competition. But unfortunately he makes a schoolboy error cooking his meat.
13. All in One: Carlisle
Aired: 07-10-2011
Competing for culinary supremacy in Carlisle are complementary therapy student Helen Speakman, boy band drummer Andy Bainbridge, DIY devotee Nigel Hawes and cake maker Deborah Nixon. Helen has set herself a challenge with multiple courses in an oriental theme and she's determined to cook everything from scratch. Pop wannabe Andy has decided to use his boyish charms to win points, rather than offering complicated dishes on his menu. Nigel hopes his happy-go-lucky nature and a bizarre, dream-inspired Italian menu will be enough to land him the prize. Last to host is cake maker Deborah, who finally gets the chance to show off her much-bragged-about culinary skills. Will she be left with egg on her face when she serves a breakfast fry-up as one of her courses?
14. All in One: Hampshire
Aired: 14-10-2011
In Hampshire, motor-mouth mum of four Selena Bartlett, punk rock vegan Jhon Cosgrove, retired boat lover Anson Lane and chatty hairdresser Terese Scott are battling it out for the £1000 prize. Selena, a college lecturer, is expecting to be the centre of attention, but the limelight is instantly stolen by Anson, who threatens to take his teeth out, while Selena and Terese attempt to out-talk each other. Punk rock vegan Jhon's dinner party features a menu of spicy peanut soup, fake steak pie and cheesecake. He also throws in some face painting on arrival before stripping naked at the dinner table! Elvis enthusiast Anson offers a simple menu of asparagus wrapped in ham, fish for the carnivores, pie for Jhon and pancakes for dessert. The final dinner party is hosted by hairdresser Terese. She's looking forward to the meal but the simmering tension between her and Selena soon comes to a head. With feelings frayed and £1000 up for grabs, will it be tears of joy or anger as the winner is announced?
15. All in One: North West London
Aired: 21-10-2011
Four very different amateur cooks are putting on four very different dinner parties. Competing for the prize are 25-year-old solicitor Bahareh Amani, bachelor boy and satellite dish engineer Anil Patel, gardener Alan Stride, and furniture delivery man and tattoo fanatic Danny `Bulldog' Buckton. Bahareh likes to look good at all times and plans to entertain her three male guests with a spot of belly dancing. But what will they make of her Iranian-inspired dinner? On Day 2, Anil Patel entertains with a very spicy traditional Indian dinner. Danny has a great night - he loves the food and also Bahareh's towering pink stilettos. On Alan Stride's night, the host opens up to his guests about his past but they soon wish they'd never asked. Danny Buckton's night features tattoos, Thai food and disco dancing.
16. All in One: Windsor
Aired: 28-10-2011
In Windsor solicitor Anil Vij takes on food snob and web designer Harry Hardisty, posh property business woman Jan Bowdler, and lady of leisure Ansa Khan - who thinks of herself as the `other' Queen of Windsor. On night one a tipsy Jan insists on feeding Anil and Ansa makes the mistake of imitating Jan's posh accent. Harry's eel starter raises a few eyebrows on day two, but it it's Jan's dancing that steals the show. On day three Jan hosts an evening at the races, while day four sees tensions rise and a confrontational chat between Jan and Ansa.
17. All in One: Isle of Man
Aired: 04-11-2011
On the Isle of Man four hosts go head to head in a week featuring some flirting, some bitching, some insults, a Manx crab starter, and one host dressing up as a cow to serve pudding. Taking part are millionaire property developer John Tinsley, posh pensioner Madeline Simpson, travel agent Mandy Quayle, and Irish gardener Sean O'Connell.
18. All in One: Luton
Aired: 11-11-2011
This brand new episode comes from Luton where, battling it out over four nights are B&B owner Alison McGaw, fire-fighting action man Gary Salvage, fearsomely feisty Polish mum Alex Lipa, and know-it-all fitness trainer Kirkland Hay. Expect swooning, sophisticated chat and even spanking as the contestants go head-to-head for the £1,000 prize?
19. All in One: Coventry
Aired: 25-11-2011
Magician Gareth Twynam takes on mum-of-two Sumi Malhortra-Chauhan, recruitment consultant Kristy Mooney, and salesman Phil Roberts, in a week featuring a bit of Bollywood, a chilli showdown, some manly one-upmanship, crazy golf, and a bit of girl power.
20. All in One: Dundee and Lothian
Aired: 02-12-2011
A week of competitive dining featuring bickering, edible glitter, sumo-wrestling, and a post-dinner toilet roll game. Super serious science student Ben Skerry takes on celebrity-obsessed school teacher Jessica McLaren, fun-loving prison manager Derek Taylor, and über-competitive office manager Cara-Anne Marshall.
21. All in One: Nottingham
Aired: 09-12-2011
Battling it out this time are a potty-mouthed pensioner, a wrestler, a mouthy mum and a marketing director. Expect some unsavoury dinner table conversation and a battle of the sexes. Pensioner Jean Lintorn, wrestler `Psycho' Stevie Flint, mouthy-mum Jess Hardacre and marketing director Scott Whittaker are the contestants.
22. All in One: Herefordshire
Aired: 16-12-2011
Battling it out in Herefordshire is 47-year-old customer service advisor Mandy Fincher, `professional bum' John Harrington, actor Simon Blood DeVay, and straight-talking accountant Sarah Haines, in a week of competitive dining featuring some sulking, outrageous flirting, a bit of medieval sword fighting, and a jump in the pool.
23. All in One: Comedians Christmas Special
Aired: 23-12-2011
Four comedians do culinary battle for charity. Going head-to-head in this festive special are Sean Hughes, Gina Yashere, Paul Tonkinson and Duncan Norvelle. Sean serves up a non-festive, nonsense-sounding menu of `squibby's delight', `mumsy's surprise' and `Irish odlums', all containing the same ingredient - home-made vegetarian stew. He also hires a Smiths tribute band for entertainment. Duncan Norvelle's night includes a live nativity scene, a Cliff Richard impersonator, opera singers and fireworks. But how does his cooking hold up? Paul Tonkinson impresses with his home-made cooking and some feel-good Christmas carol singers, while Gina lays on a risky raw-food menu, some festive fancy dress and a group dance with a gospel choir.
24. All in One: Derry/Londonderry
Aired: 01-01-2012
This week of competitive dining comes from Northern Ireland and features a controversial seaweed starter, some alternative therapies, some arguing and a stray hair. Taking part is full-time mum and self-proclaimed `crazy yank' Sheila Whelan Duffy; part-time call centre op Caroline Patterson; cost administrator Eunan Quigley; and pooch potty company director David Kavanagh.
25. All in One: Celebrity Special
Aired: 06-01-2012
Tina Malone from Shameless takes on scandal sensation Imogen Thomas, ex-Hollyoaks actor Paul Danan, and 80s pop star David Van Day in a week of competitive dining for charity. Tina Malone is first into battle with her impressive three-meat roast. But she is not impressed with having to spend the week with 'prat' David Van Day and 'crazy' Paul Danan. Imogen Thomas throws a '007 Dressed to Kill' themed evening. David brings his water pistol. For Paul's hip hop night, Imogen comes in an open hoodie and just a bikini. David's night is an 80s night featuring 'Madonna', 'Tina Turner', 'Michael Jackson', and David singing live.
26. All in One: Isle of Wight
Aired: 13-01-2012
The four battling for the prize on the Isle of Wight are local celebrity and singer Derek Sandy, eco-entrepreneur Rob Drake-Knight, single mum Claire Cheek and posh pensioner Tina Raymond. Their eventful dinner parties feature rum punch and limbo dancing, a glamorous red-carpet complete with paparazzi, and an overdose of 'bling'.
27. All in One: Scarborough
Aired: 20-01-2012
Four cooks battle it out in a week of loud suits, shoddy hosting, bad food, strong opinions, showgirls, a Laurel and Hardy tribute act and an absolute belter of an argument. Taking part are Claire McCourt, Ken Webster, Stewart Chapman Wilson and Claire Oliver.
28. All in One: South London
Aired: 27-01-2012
Four south London residents go fork to fork. Australian comedian Colin Cole, tennis coach Josh Harvey, Marilyn Monroe lookalike Suzie Kennedy, and teacher Rachel Melito, in a week of dining featuring some small portions, fussy eating, and food shaped to resemble a pair of breasts.
29. All in One: Oldham
Aired: 03-02-2012
Battling it out in Oldham are student Vicki Shea, `cultured' Am-dram director James Schofield, cocktail barman Ben Brooks, and self-confessed man-eater Kathy Howard.
30. All in One: Sheffield
Aired: 10-02-2012
Four amateur cooks in Sheffield compete in a week of dining featuring feuding, risque anecdotes, some fine food, and a raging battle over whether wine corks or screw-top lids are best. Taking part are bohemian erotic author Jude Calvert-Toulmin, telecom sales executive Robert Tingle, student Lucy Croft and IT boss Neil Goodwin.
31. All in One: North London
Aired: 17-02-2012
It's a week of flamboyance and flames, serenading and (unwanted) snogging as four north London residents go head-to-head. Guests include bling-tastic Raj Bahad, 21-year-old Rusty Warren, straight-talking HR advisor Annette Ankrah, and eccentric nutritionist Lilly Abrahmsohn.
32. All in One: Costa del Sol 2
Aired: 02-03-2012
Battling it out on the Costa del Sol are four expats in a week featuring some odd food, shameless name dropping, some bare-cheek service, and a kitchen fiasco where a host loses his tempura. Taking part are fun-loving Welsh emigre Kate Forrest, gardening guru Ben Knight, friend-of-the-famous and bus driver Tony Reddin, and straight-talking Marilyn Bevins.
Season 25 (December 2011 - March 2013)
1. Lincolnshire: Night 1 - Jose(23 min)
Aired: 12-12-2011
In Lincolnshire, Carrie Bradshaw-wannabe Jose hosts teacher Skip, tattoo artist Indy, entrepreneur Sharon and admin worker Jessica. Jose's night features Spanish food and party games.
2. Lincolnshire: Night 2 - Skip(23 min)
Aired: 13-12-2011
Day two in Lincolnshire sees history teacher Skip plan an evening celebrating his American roots. But what secret does Skip have to reveal to his guests?
3. Lincolnshire: Night 3 - Sharon(23 min)
Aired: 14-12-2011
In Lincolnshire it's the turn of entrepreneur Sharon Wright - who is bringing to the competition all the tenacity and commitment she applies to her business career.
4. Lincolnshire: Night 4 - Indy(23 min)
Aired: 15-12-2011
It's day four in Lincolnshire, and tattoo artist Indy Nijjar is hosting a summer-themed dinner party. But what do his guests make of the 'bring swimwear' dress code?
5. Lincolnshire: Night 5 - Jessica(23 min)
Aired: 16-12-2011
It's the final day in Lincolnshire and the turn of ditzy but endearing 23-year-old Jessica Carroll. Will Jessica's Chinese dinner and unusual house pet impress enough to win her the prize?
6. Worcestershire, Claire Wier
Aired: 19-12-2011
It's the first day of the competition in Worcestershire and fitness enthusiast Claire Wier is producing a low-fat menu for her guests. As if healthy eating wasn't enough, she gets them working up an appetite with an aerobic workout. But will her healthy options win the diners over or will she just end up getting a skinny score?
7. Worcestershire, Pippa Langhorne
Aired: 20-12-2011
On day two of the competition in Worcestershire, beauty pageant queen and dinner party virgin Pippa Langhorne throws a sophisticated Midsummer Night's Dream themed evening for her guests. She also provides entertainment with her singing dog Buddy, a local celebrity. But will she bewitch the diners with her canine crooner or is great hosting more about the grub?
8. Worcestershire, Tim Lawson
Aired: 21-12-2011
It's day three in Worcestershire and party boy publican Tim Lawson is hoping to win over his guests with a raucous country-themed blow-out featuring a novel take on a prawn cocktail. But when one participant brings along hand-crafted 'egg-a-likes' of her fellow diners, not everyone is impressed. And a disagreement over a white bread allergy turns the evening a little sour.
9. Worcestershire, Teresa Cox
Aired: 22-12-2011
On day four in Worcestershire, Teresa Cox is hoping to win over her guests with a rich, sumptuous feast that should score top marks. She's asked the diners to come dressed as 'Ghosts of Old London' and begins the night by sending them off to the cellar on a hunt for apparitions. The lobster starter impresses everyone, but when the conversation turns to the paranormal there are mixed reactions.
10. Worcestershire, Chris Sheppard
Aired: 23-12-2011
For the final night of the competition in Worcestershire, super-competitive Chris Sheppard throws a sophisticated black-tie-themed dinner. His starter goes down a treat, with everyone agreeing his home-made sweet chilli sauce is the best they've ever tried. The evening's going as planned, but will his posh nosh be enough to bag him the £1000 prize?
11. East Lancashire, Vicki Fairbrother
Aired: 16-01-2012
First to host in East Lancashire is Vicki Fairbrother, who cooks up sexy steak and banging banoffee cake, and also lays on a game involving a helmet and water.
12. East Lancashire, Jenna Tattersall
Aired: 17-01-2012
Young businesswoman Jenna Tattersall is hosting an evening dressed in white - to party all night. But will Jenna's bouncy-castle entertainment on full stomachs end badly?
13. East Lancashire, Chris Slater
Aired: 18-01-2012
Perfectionist Chris Slater does his best to add a touch of class to the week. He even makes the guests take off their shoes. But the spicy main course leads to acid reflux for Jenna.
14. East Lancashire, Chelsea
Aired: 19-01-2012
Chelsea's Mediterranean evening begins with the boys having a punch-up over a punchbag. And then the girls discover a secret Chelsea's been keeping from them.
15. East Lancashire, Nigel Womack
Aired: 20-01-2012
It's the final day and hairdresser Nigel Womack is hosting an epicurean evening of love with a mix of aphrodisiacs he hopes will get his guests in an amorous mood.
16. Ipswich, Claire Flatt
Aired: 23-01-2012
First to host is theatre-lover Claire, who is hoping to impress with her panto-themed night. But with one guest reluctant to join in, can Claire even win over the rest of her guests?
17. Ipswich, Kerrie Pankhurst
Aired: 24-01-2012
Millwall fan Kerrie Pankhurst is playing host with a football-themed evening. Kerrie contends with fish-hating Dave and a guest's snub of her beloved club.
18. Ipswich, David J. Marks
Aired: 25-01-2012
Host David J Marks is under pressure to win over Kerrie, whom he offended last night. His salmon starter impresses all but DJ Dave, who details the gruesome things he'd rather do than eat it.
19. Ipswich, Dave James
Aired: 26-01-2012
DJ Dave James is preparing a showbiz-themed evening for his guests and has asked them to come dressed as pop stars. Later, a shock revelation leaves some of the guests cold.
20. Ipswich, Nikki Yucel
Aired: 27-01-2012
It's the final day in Ipswich and speed-dating expert Nikki Yucel is determined to spread a little love. One contestant reveals feelings for another, and the winner is revealed.
21. East Kent, Wes Leaver
Aired: 30-01-2012
First to host in East Kent is 34-year-old carpenter Wes Leaver, a dinner party virgin who has high hopes for his science-themed evening.
22. East Kent, Alexandra Austen
Aired: 31-01-2012
It's day two in East Kent and Alexandra plans a sophisticated menu of pan-European cuisine. But her starters put Sally's bean phobia under stress, and her veal main is controversial.
23. East Kent, Emma Phillips
Aired: 01-02-2012
Day three's host in East Kent is Emma. Sadly the self-professed foodie finds her main described as 'a pet on a plate', while straight-talking Alex describes the whole thing as rather odd.
24. East Kent, Sally Parry
Aired: 02-02-2012
In East Kent dog-lover Sally hopes to charm her guests with a 'Pretty in Pink' night, with posh pink food and pink table decorations. Even her pooches can't escape the pink dress code
25. East Kent, Stephen Drew
Aired: 03-02-2012
Flamboyant extrovert Stephen Drew is the last to host and hopes to win the prize by entertaining his guests with an Ab Fab dress code.
26. Oxford, Marlon Williams
Aired: 06-02-2012
First to host in Oxford is resident ladies' man Marlon Williams, whose love- island themed evening gets off to a rather shambolic start - and ends with smashing plates!
27. Oxford, Richard Berrecloth
Aired: 07-02-2012
It's Day 2 in Oxford and inventor Richard Berrecloth serves up an entirely homemade extravaganza, including some rather 'unique' entertainment.
28. Oxford, Victoria Collett
Aired: 08-02-2012
Mum of three Victoria Collett stars Day 3 in Oxford with a few culinary disasters and a Caribbean curry that leaves a bitter taste.
29. Oxford, James Hearle
Aired: 09-02-2012
The knives are out on Day 4 in Oxford as doggy day-care owner James Hearle finds that tempers are rising on his night as host.
30. Oxford, Heidi Kelloway
Aired: 10-02-2012
It's the final day of the competition in Oxford, and party girl Heidi Kelloway is determined to lighten the mood and host the best dinner party of the week. But will her guests let her?
31. Glasgow, Craig Alexander Wilson
Aired: 13-02-2012
First to host in Glasgow is make-up artist Craig Alexander Wilson, who throws a glitz and glamour party complete with edible glitter and sparklers!
32. Glasgow, Paul Cowan
Aired: 14-02-2012
It's Day 2 in Glasgow and cheeky Paul Cowan seems more interested in dishing out practical jokes than Balmoral steak and 'Cream Puff'!
33. Glasgow, Mandy Wong
Aired: 15-02-2012
Dance fanatic Mandy Wong hosts a Latin dance-fever evening with an Asian-inspired menu - and a disastrous dessert.
34. Glasgow, Siobhan Daley
Aired: 16-02-2012
It's day four and music teacher and professional flautist Siobhan Daley plans to beat the boys with a rock and pop icons evening.
35. Glasgow, Caroline Wardrope
Aired: 17-02-2012
It's the final day of the competition, and bubbly blonde Caroline Wardrope hosts a '70s-themed disco diva party complete with a mystery menu... and some shocking revelations...
36. Belfast, Marcus Hunter-Neill
Aired: 20-02-2012
First to host in Belfast is make-up artist and female impersonator Marcus Hunter-Neill - AKA Lady Portia Diamante - who steals the limelight with a red-carpet-themed evening.
37. Belfast , Lenny Irving
Aired: 21-02-2012
It's Day 2 in Belfast and Jamaican lifeguard Lenny Irving serves up some authentic Caribbean cuisine with a hint of masculine flavour, in a bid to win over glamorous navy officer Fiona.
38. Belfast , Cat Anderson
Aired: 22-02-2012
Twenty-five-year-old freelance feminist writer Cat Anderson hopes to raise the bar with a home-cooked feast, live music and her bohemian chic style on Day 3 in Belfast.
39. Belfast , Rosie Smyth
Aired: 23-02-2012
Next to host in Belfast is charity worker and confident cook Rosie Smyth, who hopes to win over fussy Fiona and new best friend Cat with a 'come as your teenage self' evening.
40. Belfast , Fiona Rush
Aired: 24-02-2012
It's the final day of the competition in Belfast and merchant navy officer Fiona Rush dishes up a nautical themed evening with maritime entertainment and a very fishy menu - which doesn't go down too well with spice-fanatic Lenny.
41. York, Steve Carlyle
Aired: 27-02-2012
First to host in York is motivational master and training guru Steve Carlyle, whose 'sophisticated' dinner party, complete with butler and posh nosh, does anything but boost his reputation.
42. York, Trevor Rooney
Aired: 28-02-2012
It's Day 2 in York, and eccentric ghost-walker Trevor Rooney throws a 'Fright Night' themed evening with a ghoulish menu in a haunted bric-a-brac warehouse, accompanied by his ventriloquist doll, Woody.
43. York, Annie Albericci
Aired: 29-02-2012
Next to host in York is hippy hostess Annie Albericci, who hopes to bring peace, love and harmony to the table with her 'festival chic' themed evening, and some entertainment from Hendrix the dog! But will Steve Carlyle ruin the mood?
44. York, Yvonne McGill
Aired: 01-03-2012
Pint-sized nurse Yvonne McGill hosts a 'black and white swinging 60s' dinner party on Day 4 in York - but she worries that straight-talking Steve will ruin the evening for everyone.
45. York, Rebecca Ryan
Aired: 02-03-2012
Flirting and friction is on the menu on the final day of the competition in York, as foodie perfectionist Rebecca Ryan throws a Hollywood-themed evening of glitz and glamour - with a bit of help from 'Peggy' and 'Audrey', her kitchen appliances.
46. Newport, Jay Coleman
Aired: 05-03-2012
Kicking-off the culinary competition in Newport is 43-year-old theatre enthusiast Jay Coleman, who hopes to razzle-dazzle his guests with a theatrical themed evening and international menu.
47. Newport, Pippa Bartolotti
Aired: 06-03-2012
Day two in Newport and peace activist Pippa Bartolotti hopes to work her magic with an 'Up-cycling' dinner party, including locally-sourced vegetarian food, charity shop dress, and fortune-telling with witch doctor's bones!
48. Newport, Emma Jones
Aired: 07-03-2012
Up next in Newport is 23-year-old radio journalist Emma Jones, who serves up an American-themed evening of crab cakes, pulled pork and cheerleading! Will her stars and stripes night be enough to win her the prize?
49. Newport, Sarah Kinnear
Aired: 08-03-2012
It's day four in Newport and loud-and-proud housewife Sarah Kinnear hosts an evening of all things Welsh - that is, except for the menu - with her guests arriving in full 'Welsh icon' attire, followed by a heated over-dinner debate.
50. Newport, Duncan Powell
Aired: 09-03-2012
It's the final day of the competition in Newport, and recruitment boss Duncan Powell hosts a Hawaii-themed dinner party - but with prawn brains and sea bass bones gallore, has the confident cook done enough with his lemon posset dessert to bag himself the £1000 cash prize?
51. Blackpool, Kathryn Hoskisson
Aired: 12-03-2012
First to host in Blackpool is housewife Kathryn Hoskisson, who's hoping to go to the top of the class with her 'Back2Skool'-themed dinner party.
52. Blackpool, Jason Fubar
Aired: 13-03-2012
It's day two in Blackpool and DJ Jason Fubar is hoping to impress his dinner guests by transforming his front room into a nightclub.
53. Blackpool, Paula Paradaema
Aired: 14-03-2012
It's the turn of clairvoyant and spiritual medium Paula Paradaema in Blackpool. However student nurse Nicole finds the menu a bit too fishy.
54. Blackpool, Jason Howitt
Aired: 15-03-2012
In Blackpool driving Instructor Jason Howitt has a music-festival theme in mind for his evening. But as sparks begin to fly, is joker Jason able to keep things upbeat?
55. Blackpool, Nicole Barrow
Aired: 16-03-2012
It's the final night in Blackpool and Nicole Barrow is hoping to amaze with an evening of red-carpet glamour. But a starter of shop-bought salamis doesn't go down well with her guests.
56. East London, Simran Samra
Aired: 19-03-2012
It's day one of the competition in east London. Fashionista Simran Samra hosts a glitz and glam night for her guests as she goes head to head with doctor Chintu Gademsetty, comedian Yoshki Greenberg, city boy Alan Price and businesswoman Delia Elliot. Simran cooks meat despite being a vegetarian and buys wine despite the fact she knows nothing about it, and then the main course isn't a success. City boy Alan rubs a few of the guests up the wrong way with his over-bearing nature but Simran attempts to create a diversion with some comedy accents.
57. East London, Yoshki Greenberg
Aired: 20-03-2012
On day two in east London, laid-back comedian Yoshki Greenberg aims to throw a relaxing dinner party and give her guests a good laugh. But Yoshki has a surprise up her sleeve - on arrival she hands her guests animal-themed pyjama suits. Sadly not all the guests are put at ease by wearing somebody else's clothes, especially as they haven't even been washed! And can Yoshki put a smile on her guests' faces with her stand-up comedy act?
58. East London, Alan Price
Aired: 21-03-2012
It's day three in east London and jack-the-lad Alan Price aims to wow his guests with a medieval themed feast. After two nights of disappointing food, Alan hopes he can raise the standard this week with an ambitious menu. But his dinner party doesn't get off to the best start when his medieval table decoration - a whole pig's head! - sends vegetarian Simran in to a state of panic and earns him a tongue lashing from Delia. Things don't improve when dirty plates and hapless hosting leave Chintu and Yoshki less than impressed.
59. East London, Delia Elliot
Aired: 22-03-2012
On day four in east London it's the turn of bar owner Delia Elliot to host. Cordon Bleu cook Delia has purposefully played down her menu in an attempt to wow her guests. Despite this, expectations are high. As the elder of the group, Delia's confident she can teach her young diners a thing or two about how to throw a good dinner party. However not all the youngsters want to listen; especially prankster Alan who ends up having a row with Delia, leading Simran to hide under the table!
60. East London, Chintu Gademsetty
Aired: 23-03-2012
On the final day in east London doctor Chintu Gademsetty is confident of winning with his 80s-themed dinner party. But first he needs to create a cheery atmosphere following the tensions of the past two nights, and secondly he needs to out-do Delia's Cordon Bleu cookery. The night begins well when Chintu delights with his MC Hammer costume and Knight Rider car. And although Delia refuses to take part in Chintu's 80s dance competition, the host impresses with his break dancing. The food goes down well too - for a while! But after scenes which Delia can only describe as being 'like the Crimean War' is there any chance that Chintu can claim the £1000 prize?
61. Bath, Liv Sargeant
Aired: 26-03-2012
It's day one of the competition in the picturesque town of Bath, and first up to host is posh girl about town Liv Sargeant. Liv decides to kick things off with a sophisticated evening, complete with black tie dress code, which goes down better with some guests than others. The complete strangers that Liv has to win over are vegetarian ex-raver Mel Lewis-Leger; sandwich fanatic Becky Tyler; French patriot and food snob Denis Verrier, and finally local handyman Jon Wicheard, a man with simple tastes. Will Liv manage to pull off the stylish soiree she's aiming for, or will her hopes of a chic night be dashed by Jon's sudden revelation that he can only eat his dinner if it's accompanied by a certain type of special red sauce...
62. Bath, Mel Lewis-Leger
Aired: 27-03-2012
Second to host in the Roman Spa town of Bath is ex-raver and single mum Mel Lewis-Leger. Mel's treating her guests to a night of Cajun food and an "Old School" rave party. But will that go down well with Jon, the ketchup-loving handy man, who has an aversion to anything spicy, and social climber Liv who detests any form of forced entertainment? Picky Frenchman Denis has already rubbed the other guests up the wrong way after the first night with his arrogant bragging. Will he be able to contain himself tonight? Mel may be intending to send her guests "raving" mad, but will her food be too hot to handle?
63. Bath, Jon Wicheard
Aired: 28-03-2012
It's day three of the competition in Bath and the turn of handyman Jon Wicheard to wow his four guests. Jon is a man of simple, yet strange taste, bemusing his fellow diners by dousing all his meals in his special sauce: tomato ketchup. Tonight is no different, and his secret stash is finally revealed. Expectations for Jon's food are pretty low as his fellow guests are convinced he can't cook, none more so than arrogant Frenchman Denis Verrier, who thinks the food won't be up to his usual standards. Likewise sandwich fanatic Becky isn't expecting much, but ex-raver Mel is excited at the possibility of a disco on the night. Will Jon's simple grub leave him bottom of the pile?
64. Bath, Becky Tyler
Aired: 29-03-2012
Fourth to host in Bath is cafe worker Becky Tyler. With her day job heavily influencing her choice of starter, Becky sets out to put on a menu of great British fare, but what will Denis, the fussy French foodie and society gal Liv make of sandwiches for a starter? The theme for the evening is "Mad Hat" tea party and Becky is making the hats, so no surprises to see Jon's is covered in tomato sauce sachets. With a theme like that no one will expect a visit from a troop of Morris dancers, which will delight fancy footed ex-raver Mel, but horrify an already traumatised Liv. And just exactly where did that horse come from?
65. Bath, Denis Verrier
Aired: 30-03-2012
It's the final day of the competition in Bath and it's the turn of patriotic Frenchman Denis Verrier. Working in the hospitality industry, Denis is pretty confident he knows what it takes to throw an amazing dinner party, and Denis has grand plans to give his English guests a lesson about culinary excellence and French superiority. To add a twist to his evening Denis is breaking the 'Entente Cordiale' when he challenges the English to a penalty shoot-out competition which is far from what the guests expect. Will there be a European Union, or will the cross channel rivalry come to a head? Find out as the winner of the £1000 cash is revealed.
71. Chelmsford, Alex Sullivan
Aired: 02-04-2012
First to cook in Chelmsford yummy mummy Alex Sullivan aims to impress with a birthday party-themed night that includes an uncomfortable school reunion for two guests and a striptease.
72. Chelmsford, Scott Johnson
Aired: 03-04-2012
Businessman Scott Johnson hosts an Essex Glam night, complete with disco. But will his kitchen shortcuts prevent him from waltzing off with the prize?
73. Chelmsford, Deborah Croghan
Aired: 04-04-2012
On day three married mum Deborah Croghan hosts a tarts and vicars party that includes the unusual entertainment of a cucumber-based family game.
74. Chelmsford, John Mabey
Aired: 05-04-2012
In homage to his family John Mabey's Shakespeare-themed party features Italian food, but not exactly as 'mama' would have made it, and guest performances of Romeo and Juliet.
75. Chelmsford, Martin Young
Aired: 06-04-2012
It's the final day in Chelmsford, and the food at Martin Young's Caribbean themed party shocks guests, as does his secret talent. Is the night of sun, sea and surprises enough to win the prize?
76. Darlington, Clair Sherwood-Parkin
Aired: 09-04-2012
First to host in Darlington is perfectionist Clair Sherwood-Parkin who's cooking up a Moroccan-inspired feast. Marketing manager Clair, a self-proclaimed "Hostess with the Mostess", is hoping to impress glamour-puss Eseyoma Sodje, feisty recruitment manager Charlotte Langley, cheeky chappy Barry I'Anson and posh equine vet and Boris Johnson lookalike, James Oliver Embleton Emson.
77. Darlington, James Emson
Aired: 10-04-2012
Second to host in Darlington is veterinary surgeon James Emson. He's serving up a mountain of curry and truly spicing up the evening with some of the most eye-opening entertainment ever seen. James might know animals inside out and upside down, but will his guests be able to match the ghoulish collection of eyeballs, tongues and the other bits of 'offal' he puts in front of them to the animal they came from?
78. Darlington, Barry I'Anson
Aired: 11-04-2012
Bachelor Barry I'Anson is pulling out all the stops with a "Love" inspired dinner party, an unexpected choice of theme that shows the group a very different side to the guy they all think is a Jack the lad. But will Barry's "Splashes of Love" dessert go down well with his guests?
79. Darlington, Charlotte Langley
Aired: 12-04-2012
Glamorous go-getter Charlotte Langley is laying on a "Night with the Stars". She's asked her guests to dress up as their favourite red carpet celebrity, although not everyone quite gets it right. Can Charlotte hold it all together to take the award for "Best Dinner Party" and the £1000?
80. Darlington, Eseyoma
Aired: 13-04-2012
The final night in Darlington sees Eseyoma - the self-proclaimed "Queen of Sheba" - host a "right royal knees up", featuring a Nigerian menu, with an extra helping of glamour on the side. Can the strangest Eton Mess ever seen on a plate convince the others to crown the Queen of Sheba as the week's best host?
81. East Hampshire, Nik Christides(30 min)
Aired: 16-04-2012
The East Hampshire competition begins at cabby Nik Christides's home, where he surprises guests with unusual ingredients and ends the night with a game involving cheesy Wotsits.
82. East Hampshire, Jax Naudi
Aired: 17-04-2012
Mum-of-four Jax's theme of Arty and Tarty for the night is misinterpreted by Natalie and the Russian comes dressed in black leather. While the food fails to impress Sue, the life-drawing competition proves a hit with all.
83. East Hampshire, Natalie Edemska-Plant
Aired: 18-04-2012
Natalie hosts an evening of tradition, with Russian food, customs and dancing, but not all the guests are impressed.
84. East Hampshire, Kyle Curtis
Aired: 19-04-2012
History buff Kyle hosts an evening of historical fun, with guests dressing as their favourite historical characters and playing historical charades. But will his food let him down?
85. East Hampshire, Sue Hood
Aired: 20-04-2012
Glamorous Sue hopes to win her guests over with a Caribbean-themed evening that includes a game of hitting the pinata and ends with some down-and-dirty dancing.
86. Kingston, Ken Oputa
Aired: 18-06-2012
Basketball-mad Ken Oputa is convinced that he is the best cook in London. Will his basketball-themed evening prove to be the winner or he will end up bottom of the league?
87. Kingston, Erika Sager
Aired: 19-06-2012
Interior designer Erika Sager's pirate night on her boat starts well with her menu, but it's her hosting that proves to be the real star of the evening.
88. Kingston, Sarah Brice
Aired: 20-06-2012
Sarah Brice hopes her 'dolled-up prawns', 'swanky lamb', and 'level with me' mousse will be the competition winners, but she has to cope with Ken's romantic poetry and Erika's flirting.
89. Kingston, Jamie Baker
Aired: 21-06-2012
Will Jamie's evening of old-skool classics, complete with superstar DJ, prove to be a winner with his guests?
90. Kingston, David Wicher
Aired: 22-06-2012
Retired golfer David has a winning menu and entertainment, from Louisiana seafood chowder to a bucking bronco, but then one of his pets breaks dinner party etiquette.
91. Manchester, Alex Leigh
Aired: 25-06-2012
Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.
92. Manchester, Ruth Downes
Aired: 26-06-2012
Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.
93. Manchester, Naz Ahmed
Aired: 27-06-2012
Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.
94. Manchester, Fiona Lewis
Aired: 28-06-2012
Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.
95. Manchester, Stephen "Patsy" Wilson
Aired: 29-06-2012
Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.
96. Reading, Sonya Smith
Aired: 02-07-2012
Fun-loving Sonya Smith knows her cooking skills aren't the best and hopes to bungle her way through the night, and win the guests over, with her good humour and Touch of Sparkle theme. There are kitchen calamities galore, and Sonya quite literally wets herself laughing. Grumpy geezer Glen is unimpressed with the choice of entertainment, curvaceous corset-maker Serine teaches some decorum, red meat-hater Sabi is challenged to eat beef and mature student Richard finds it all too much.
97. Reading, Glen Wilkie
Aired: 03-07-2012
Cocky Cockney Glen Wilkie serves up a menu he is convinced will be a winner. Even a disaster with his own-named recipe of Super Duper Tiramisu doesn't dent his confidence. His guests will have to like it or lump it, even as the evening doesn't go to plan, with his main of Bambi on a Plate causing tears at the table from Sonya Smith and a refusal from Sabi Phagura. Sensitive student Richard Howse can only sit by and watch with his new best friend Serine Daou as the night descends into chaos. But it doesn't stop Glen from thinking he's got the prize in the bag.
98. Reading, Richard Howse
Aired: 04-07-2012
It's the third night in Reading and the turn of mature student Richard Howse. With a menu and set of instructions from his omni-present girlfriend, Katy, Richard sets about making his pirate themed night the best of the week. A treasure hunt brings out Glen Wilkie's true feelings about fellow guest Serine Daou, and Sonya Smith takes a disliking to some of the gluten-free fare on offer. And for the third night in a row, fitness
99. Reading, Sabi Phagura
Aired: 05-07-2012
Fitness fanatic Sabi Phagura goes back to her roots with a Bhangra themed evening that puts her healthy lifestyle on the backburner for one day as she cooks traditional Indian food for her four guests. The food doesn't quite live up to everyone's expectations, and her entertainment leaves Richard and Glen in an intimate situation. Now that his night is out of the way, Glen does everything he can to wind up Sabi and the rest of the guests.
100. Reading, Serine Daou
Aired: 06-07-2012
On the final evening in Reading, corset-maker Serine Daou has the daunting task of trying to end the week with a bang, hosting recruitment consultant Glen, mature student Richard, sparky Sonya Smith and fitness writer Sabi Phagura. Her gourmet burgers are more burger than gourmet, but as part of her Burlesque night, the guests' costumes don't disappoint. When her entertainment doesn't appeal to Glen, he swings back into action with some more wind-ups.
101. Milton Keynes, Ray Dodd
Aired: 09-07-2012
First to host in Milton Keynes is Ray Dodd, who finds his guests difficult to please. With his starter rejected and a main returned, Ray is left sweating over his chances of winning the prize.
102. Milton Keynes, Michelle Watson
Aired: 10-07-2012
Michelle Watson's black tie evening definitely doesn't go to plan, as guests diss her food, including calling the main 'poison'. Will her luck turn with the Monte Carlo entertainment she's got planned?
103. Milton Keynes, Stuart Henson
Aired: 11-07-2012
Stuart Henson is bringing the Serengeti to Milton Keynes. Can his exotic menu and parlour games smooth over the insults and tensions simering from the previous nights?
104. Milton Keynes, Joseph Benneh
Aired: 12-07-2012
Nicknamed 'the assassin' for the harsh things he's said so far this week, choir director Joseph Benneh's chicken liver pate and groundnut soup with coconut rice needs to be sensational if he's to avoid a backlash.
105. Milton Keynes, Susan Rogers
Aired: 13-07-2012
Despite an eventful week, country lover Susan Rogers is confident her back to basics French food has the edge. Plus, she has an origami master class planned as entertainment.
106. Liverpool, Kenny Flynn
Aired: 16-07-2012
First to host in Liverpool is barber Kenny Flynn. Young at heart and always in search of a laugh, this 29 year old is hoping his 'Big Kids' party theme will prove a winner with his fellow guests - Nigerian 'supermodel' Cynthia Umezulike, biker and rocker Glen Simpson, multiple business owner Rob Spicer, and Jill Pollock. Featuring on the menu are burger buns striped like a zebra and baby octopus that look like spiders. And Kenny dresses in a donkey costume and gets chased around the room by his blindfolded guests as they try to pin a tail on him.
107. Liverpool, Rob Spicer
Aired: 17-07-2012
Second to host is multiple business owner Rob Spicer, who dresses up as Margaret Thatcher as part of his historical leader party theme. His distinguished guests for the night are 'Jesus', 'Fidel Castro', 'the Queen' and 'Naomi Campbell'.
108. Liverpool, Cynthia Umezulike
Aired: 18-07-2012
Nigerian supermodel and barrister Cynthia Umezulike treats her guests to some tribal fish, a traditional Jeloff and an exotic fruit platter.
109. Liverpool, Glen Simpson
Aired: 19-07-2012
Hairy rocker Glen Simpson serves sticky blackened pork and an Elvis-inspired dessert of deep-fried chocolate bars in peanut butter ice cream.
110. Liverpool, Jilly Pollock
Aired: 20-07-2012
It's the final day in Liverpool and Jilly Pollock hopes to bag the prize with her black tie evening featuring Jilly's figs, Jilly's hot beef, and Jilly's berry delight.
111. Crewe and Nantwich, Mushgon Dadfar
Aired: 23-07-2012
First to host is hairdresser Mushgon Dadfar. How will her Caribbean-themed menu work with her choice of zumba for entertainment?
112. Crewe and Nantwich, Pip Massey
Aired: 24-07-2012
Second to host is 44-year-old housewife Pip Massey who, as a lady who lunches, has high expectations for her `glamorous¿ evening turning out to be a big success.
113. Crewe and Nantwich, Darren Leech
Aired: 25-07-2012
Landscape gardener and joker Darren's evening features fine food and lashings of his unique entertainment - including big laughs at Darren's bottom.
114. Crewe and Nantwich, Emma Davies
Aired: 26-07-2012
Student Emma Davies serves up her inventive stuffed pork, homemade gnocchi and a musical performance for her guests.
115. Crewe and Nantwich, Russell Stubbs
Aired: 27-07-2012
The week of dining is rounded off with hypnotherapist Russell Stubbs's 'British rock night'. Will Russell's great British produce win him the prize?
116. West Dorset, Ed
Aired: 17-09-2012
It's day one of the competition and music teacher Ed hosts an Elton John themed evening, which features a surprise guest appearance...
117. West Dorset, Tristan Murliss
Aired: 18-09-2012
Bon viveur Tristan Murliss attempts to impress his guests with an evening of fine dining, an Upstairs Downstairs theme and a spot of chicken hypnosis.
118. West Dorset, Melissa
Aired: 19-09-2012
Staunch veggie Melissa hosts a Wild West dinner party. She has a go at cooking chicken for her meat-eating guests, but forgets to warn them about a fiery garnish.
119. West Dorset, Dave Taylor
Aired: 20-09-2012
Expectations are low for radio DJ Dave Taylor's dinner party, and he doesn't do himself any favours with his vegetarian option. Can a darts match win his guests round?
120. West Dorset, Christine
Aired: 21-09-2012
Lady farmer Christine treats her guests to a trip to Oz, providing meat from her own land and accompanying everything with showtunes.
121. County Durham & Wearside, Eve Booth
Aired: 10-09-2012
First to host in County Durham and Wearside is personal trainer Eve Booth, who is concerned that her haggis and black pudding tower starter might not be to everyone's taste. Her guests are interior designer Paula Thompson, joker Ken Brown, outspoken debt collector Eleri Watson, and student Donal Anand Shaw, who Eve mistakenly calls 'Doughnut'. Despite the lukewarm reception for Eve's main course the bigger problem seems to be the poor quality of Ken's jokes...
122. County Durham & Wearside, Paula Thompson
Aired: 11-09-2012
Interior designer and gypsy wedding supplier Paula Thompson hopes to bring a touch of sparkle with her 'black and bling' themed evening, which features a menu including fresh lobster and 'hairy' prawns, and a spot of belly dancing.
123. County Durham & Wearside, Donal Anand-Shaw
Aired: 12-09-2012
Nineteen-year-old languages student Donal Anand-Shaw goes all out with a black tie dinner party, complete with string quartet and a locally sourced scallop starter.
124. County Durham & Wearside, Eleri Watson
Aired: 13-09-2012
Twenty-eight-year-old debt collector Eleri Watson is a Welsh farmer's daughter and a fierce Welsh patriot, and for her night she has plumped for a Welsh menu, Welsh ingredients, and Welsh dress code. With soil in the leek soup and burned lamb, a lot is riding on whether local fireman Tony's performance as Tom Jones can turn things around for Eleri...
125. County Durham & Wearside, Ken Brown
Aired: 14-09-2012
The final host in County Durham and Wearside is cheeky businessman Ken Brown, with his 'wear a wig' themed evening. He's far from happy when his rhubarb and custard 'with a twist' gets the thumbs down... maybe his unique entertainment can turn his fortunes around?
126. Hastings, Andrew Batsford
Aired: 01-10-2012
First to host in Hastings is 42-year-old charity manager Andrew Batsford, who is hoping to inspire his guests with foraged ingredients of sea broccoli and stinging nettles. Even if the food doesn't win them over Andrew hopes his Wham! theme will.
127. Hastings, Adrian Carter
Aired: 02-10-2012
Retired solicitor Adrian is hoping to impress his guests with a Moroccan themed evening. But disaster strikes and his tagine burns.
128. Hastings, Sally-Anne Keller
Aired: 03-10-2012
Well-travelled former corporate wife Sally-Anne Keller hosts a German-themed evening with her guests required to dress, sing and dance accordingly. Sally-Anne's night comes complete with dumplings, bierkeller singing and some traditional slap-dancing, with businessman Stelios and charity worker Andrew ending up in a tussle on the sofa in their lederhosen.
129. Hastings, Kate Eadon
Aired: 04-10-2012
Glamorous hairdresser Kate Eadon lays on a 'gourmet' pub night for her guests. Adrian gets himself in hot water about his rugby club days, Sally-Anne reveals a surprise celebrity crush, and Kate reveals all about her own 'rendezvous' with a famous funny man.
130. Hastings, Stelios Michael
Aired: 05-10-2012
Confident wheeler dealer Stelios Michael is hoping to blow his guests away with an authentic Greek night in Hastings, including a master class in Greek dancing, where Adrian steals the show with some flamboyant moves.
131. Leicester, Helen
Aired: 22-10-2012
First to host in Leicester is larger-than-life NHS manager Helen Mather, whose strategy is to keep her menu simple so she can concentrate on entertaining her guests: cheeky chap and software company manager Ryan Bruce, food snob and estate agent director Terry Robinson, glamorous beauty salon manager Porchia Lee, and double glazing salesman Richard Deeping. Accident-prone Helen's dishes may require minimal cooking, but she still ends up on the wrong side of some raw pig's blood...
132. Leicester, Terry
Aired: 23-10-2012
Estate agent Terry Robinson is on a mission to reach the holy grail of a perfect score: 40 points. Confidence oozes from the kitchen as Terry prepares what he believes is a Michelin-star menu. But not all Terry's guests are as impressed as he'd like them to be...
133. Leicester, Porchia
Aired: 24-10-2012
Beauty spa manager Porchia Lee hosts a French-themed dinner party. Porchia cooks chicken liver pate, pan fried chicken with tarragon sauce and crème brulee, but can't help concentrating on herself rather than her cooking, and there's a disaster in every course, including a pudding that reduces her guests to tears...
134. Leicester, Ryan
Aired: 25-10-2012
Twenty-year-old ex-rugby player and IT geek Ryan Bruce bravely prepares his ambitious Spanish menu in his open plan kitchen in front of his guests. Entertainment comes from Ryan's sister, West End actress Charlie Bruce, who puts her brother and the guests through their paces in a salsa class.
135. Leicester, Richard
Aired: 26-10-2012
It's the final night in Leicester and the turn of double glazing salesman Richard Deeping to host. Richard's boisterous behaviour has offended most of the group this week but he hopes to win them round with his passion for cooking and great food. His guests aren't expecting much, but then Richard's first course goes down so well he is overcome with emotion at the positive response! The food continues to impress, but when it's time for his choice of entertainment Richard reveals a saucy past as well as a little too much of himself...
136. Salisbury, Natasha Conti
Aired: 24-09-2012
First to host is Natasha Conti, who's putting on a 'summer fete', complete with hilarious prizes, and has asked her guests to dress in country casuals.
137. Salisbury, Sophie McConnell
Aired: 25-09-2012
Farm manager Sophie McConnell plans pig racing as part of the entertainment on her night, and her home-grown cow Levi for the main course.
138. Salisbury, Anthony Brown-Hovelt
Aired: 26-09-2012
Former army major Anthony Brown-Hovelt is serving a worldly mix of dishes on his night in Salisbury, including Uzbek food, and porridge ice cream.
139. Salisbury, Chris Hiller
Aired: 27-09-2012
Cost conscious Chris Hiller plans an eclectic menu for his night that includes chicken a l'orange and peppers stuffed with baked beans. He's hoping the total cost of the meal for five will be just £18 and even plans to water down the wine. Is this any way to win Natasha's affections?
140. Salisbury, Jane Arnold
Aired: 28-09-2012
Part time care worker Jane Arnold is the last to host and plans an English menu sourced from the great Wiltshire outdoors. But it's Jane's revelations concerning her naughtier side in the bedroom that raise the most interest from her guests on an emotional night that includes tears at the table.
141. Warwickshire, Liza
Aired: 05-11-2012
First up for the challenge is International DJ Mark Eteson, who hopes to create a hands-in-the-air experience with his rave themed evening. Mark prepares an Ibiza inspired menu - from Bora Bora Beach brownies to paella - but what will 59-year-old alternative therapist Gill Bright, 36-year-old housewife Sally Rachael, 46-year-old amateur dramatics lover Michaela Kearns and 42-year-old financial advisor Scott Hillier make of his big fish little fishcakes? Also, Mark expects each guest to take part in a rave off, judged by himself. Will his guests don their white gloves and get into the summer of love, or will it all be a washout?
142. Warwickshire, Steve
Aired: 06-11-2012
Amateur dramatics enthusiast Michaela Kearns plans a glamour themed evening including melted chocolate with dipping treats. By her own admission, Michaela isn't a great cook, plus she may have trouble persuading each of her guests to perform a show tune accompanied by a full band...
143. Warwickshire, Emma
Aired: 07-11-2012
Financial advisor Scott Hillier hopes to blow the competition away with a Wild West themed evening. Scott is the joker of the group but makes a shocking confession about how he met his wife, and dinner table harmony isn't helped much by Gill's awkward apology to last night's host Michaela. Maybe Scott can smooth things over with his own unique style of Wild West country rapping or his song about the Swindon railway network?
144. Warwickshire, Pinky
Aired: 08-11-2012
Direct sales manager Sally Rachael hosts a 'girls night in' themed evening, with mysteriously titled dishes that leave her guests with no idea what they're going to be served. DJ Mark isn't happy with the dress code and some of the other guests notice that he's a bit too cool for school. Will Sally's cryptic menu be a hit and will the group be able to look each other in the eye after a very eventful dessert?
145. Warwickshire, Alison
Aired: 02-11-2012
Final host alternative therapist Gill Bright has big plans for an 'upstairs downstairs' Edwardian themed evening, featuring some sophisticated food followed by circle dancing to Bob Marley. After Gill's party the results of the voting are announced and the winner declared. Who will it be?
146. Swindon, Mark
Aired: 12-11-2012
Retired businesswoman Angie Battye combines her Asian roots with her love of Barbadian cuisine for her guests IT Contractor Joel Rowbottom, tattooist Donna Stephenson, hairdresser and lecturer Francesca Saynor and window cleaner Jake Coxon. Things get off to a lively start when Joel and Donna get physical downstairs, while Jake and Francesca have a root around in one of the bedrooms. Later entertainment includes limbo dancing.
147. Swindon, Michaela
Aired: 13-11-2012
Disco fanatic Joel Rowbottom is hoping to impress his guests with both good food and dancing. But Joel faces some awkward questions in the light of his disco pants which result in some frank revelations. Can Joel's 'dad dancing' competition can turn his night around?
148. Swindon, Scott
Aired: 14-11-2012
Glamourpuss Donna Stephenson shocks her guest with the many animals in her home and her extreme beauty routine. And also with her main course of bunny delight.
149. Swindon, Sally
Aired: 15-11-2012
Shoeless window cleaner Jake Coxon takes his turn in Wakefield. Apart from a tasty beef Wellington, Jake has an ace up his sleeve with his entertainment, performing his classic song God is a Rocking Chair with his band The Sourheads.
150. Swindon, Gill
Aired: 09-11-2012
Hairdresser Francesca Saynor makes her bid for the prize. Will her simple menu and her back-to-school theme for the evening do the trick?
151. West Midlands, Gemma Willock
Aired: 19-11-2012
First to host is Gemma Willock, who is planning an evening of glitz and glamour, with a few shortcuts.
152. West Midlands, Andrew
Aired: 20-11-2012
Second to host is Andrew, who hopes to add a pop art dimension to his 50s beatnik-themed dinner party.
153. West Midlands, Jules
Aired: 21-11-2012
Latest to host is Jules, who plans to win her guests' favour with a medieval dinner party, including putting straw on the dining room floor.
154. West Midlands, Lucy
Aired: 22-11-2012
It's massage therapist Lucy's turn in this brand new competition in the West Midlands. Her meal will beThai, with a massage thrown in, and a present for each guest.
155. West Midlands, Lloyd Cast
Aired: 23-11-2012
Last to host in the West Midlands is Lloyd Cast, who plans a chilled night where his elegant food can take centre stage.
156. Huddersfield, Virginia Houslin
Aired: 26-11-2012
First to host is 49-year-old mum-of-three Virginia Houslin, who is hoping to wow her guests with her charm and Caribbean home cooking.
157. Huddersfield, Iyesha Atkins
Aired: 27-11-2012
Business development manager Iyesha Atkins tries to impress her guests with a sophisticated dinner party.
158. Huddersfield, Richard Wood
Aired: 28-11-2012
Singer and confident cook Richard Wood has steak on the menu that he's going do, in the words of his hero Frank Sinatra, 'My Way'. But it's his starter that makes Virginia want to throw up. Only for Virginia to leave everyone else feeling the same when she shows them her false eye.
159. Huddersfield, Tommy Mack
Aired: 29-11-2012
It's the turn of self-styled king of clubs Tommy Mack to host in Huddersfield, and Tommy is planning a Hollywood silent movie themed evening that includes some unique entertainment.
160. Huddersfield, Kim Connor
Aired: 30-11-2012
Hairdresser Kim Connor is hosting an American diner menu on the final night in Huddersfield.
161. Bury St Edmunds, Richard Negus
Aired: 03-12-2012
Horse enthusiast Richard Negus hosts a Day at the Races dinner party featuring a spot of snail racing for entertainment.
162. Bury St Edmunds, Amber Elba Porter
Aired: 04-12-2012
Lecturer Amber Elba Porter plans to show the group her spiritual side as well as her nutty meringues.
163. Bury St Edmunds, Tim Reinman
Aired: 05-12-2012
Tim Reinman hopes his Bring your Trunks dinner party will go swimmingly. But domestic goddess Hannah Totman soon upstages him and spiritualist Amber Elba-Porter and hypnotherapist Sue Smith are not best pleased with Hannah.
164. Bury St Edmunds, Sue Smith
Aired: 06-12-2012
Sue Smith plans a Back to School theme. But Sue's menu leaves most of her guests totally baffled.
165. Bury St Edmunds, Hannah Totman
Aired: 07-12-2012
Self-styled domestic goddess Hannah Totman takes a turn to host.
166. South East London, Jules Hobbs(30 min)
Aired: 10-12-2012
Model agency boss Jules Hobbs puts on an evening of 'Glitz & Glamour'. After a less than traditional turkey main course, the night takes a turn for the surreal when dancing girls appear at the foot of the table for a Christmas sing-song. Jules's Yuletide guests are 'sarf' London geezer Charlie Spiteri, glamour puss Kate Kershaw, financial consultant and moustache-lover Tom Judge and history buff John Stevens.
167. South East London, Tom Judge
Aired: 11-12-2012
Eccentric banker Tom Judge goes old school with a Dickensian-themed Christmas, including a Mr Fizzy Wigs punch, some wild bell ringing, a spot of kazoo playing and a dead eel for a table decoration.
168. South East London, John Stevens
Aired: 12-12-2012
History buff John Stevens decides to give his guests an authentic taste of a wartime austerity with a Christmas dinner 1941-style.
169. South East London, Kate Kershaw
Aired: 13-12-2012
Twenty-nine-year old personal assistant Kate Kershaw goes all out with a festive extravaganza, asking her guests to come as their favourite Christmas word. But tensions rise when the guests discover a surprising secret in Kate's wardrobe.
170. South East London, Charlie Spiteri
Aired: 14-12-2012
The last to host in this Christmas competition in south east London is Charlie Spiteri. The uber-confident host plans oysters, champagne, and an ambitious three-bird roast.
171. Celebrity Christmas Special, Chelsee Healey
Aired: 17-12-2012
This festive celebrity special stars not five but six celebs battling to win the £1000 prize for charity. Taking part are actors Chelsee Healey, Crissy Rock and Nick Pickard, singer Marcus Collins and model Jasmine Lennard. And, from the third show onwards, actress and TV presenter Margi Clarke joins the festive fun. First up is ditsy actress Chelsee Healey, who throws a Caribbean Christmas night. But she's never hosted a dinner party in her life, let alone cooked. It all proves too much for the host, who gets upset and storms off, abandoning her guests for most of dessert.
172. Celebrity Christmas Special, Nick Pickard
Aired: 18-12-2012
Hollyoaks star Nick Pickard is determined to get everyone in the festive spirit with his gourmet cuisine and 'elf' dress code. He's even got 'Jack' from Hollyoaks to create a full-blown Santa's grotto in his spare room.
173. Celebrity Christmas Special, Chrissy Rock
Aired: 19-12-2012
The latest to host in this new competition is actress Chrissy Rock, who is hoping to lift Christmas spirits with a retro-themed dinner party.
174. Celebrity Christmas Special, Marcus Collins
Aired: 20-12-2012
The host in the competition is singer and proud Liverpudlian Marcus Collins. He's going all out to win the £1000 Christmas charity prize with a hefty main course of 'Scouse with a Kick' washed down with a sparkling slice of boy band entertainment.
175. Celebrity Christmas Special, Margi Clarke
Aired: 21-12-2012
The final host of this new festive edition is actress Margi Clarke, who is serving 'Margi's Magic Flying Phoenix' and bringing in a psychic and a few practical jokes for laughs.
176. Portsmouth, Allison Hampshire
Aired: 07-01-2013
Successful solicitor and glamorous mum Allison Hampshire is the first to host from Portsmouth. Allison is going all out with a sophisticated menu and quirky entertainment to bag top marks from her guests: sociology lecturer William Dixon, Brazilian beauty counter manager Rose Proenca, adult tutor Kathy Anderson and actor Christopher Marlowe.
177. Portsmouth, Will Dixon
Aired: 08-01-2013
It's the turn of sociology lecturer Will Dixon to host. Will's soggy salad starter disgusts picky guest Rose Proenca, and his overcooked beef Wellington doesn't do him any favours with the rest of his guests. But some unexpected entertainment helps Will win back a few admirers.
178. Portsmouth, Kathy 'Hurricane' Anderson
Aired: 09-01-2013
French tutor Kathy 'Hurricane' Anderson intends to wow her guests with her Gallic-inspired menu. But all does not go to plan in the kitchen for Kathy as she battles with a mischievous pineapple that leads to near disaster. Later on, Kathy surprises everyone with some very 'French' entertainment.
179. Portsmouth, Christopher Marlowe
Aired: 10-01-2013
180. Portsmouth, Rose Proenca
Aired: 11-01-2013
It's the turn of Brazilian beauty counter manager Rose Proenca, who has prepared a special Turkish menu which wows her guests. But then things start to get a bit tricky, especially when Rose brings out some particularly excruciating entertainment.
181. Colchester, Richard Massey
Aired: 14-01-2013
First to host is Richard Massey, who's banking that his signature dish 'Drunken Duck' and his cheeky chappy humour will win his guests favour.
182. Colchester, Darius
Aired: 15-01-2013
It's the second day in Colchester and the turn of smooth talking PR man Darius, who is rustling up a menu full of local produce, including his very own blackberry wine.
183. Colchester, Adrena
Aired: 16-01-2013
Army wife Adrena plans an Armenian menu to soothe her guess after two raucous nights. Her Armenian egg fight as entertainment proves a cracking success with her guests.
184. Colchester, James Coe
Aired: 17-01-2013
It's the turn of money mad James Coe, whose food is a hit.
185. Colchester, Jodie Edzekiel
Aired: 18-01-2013
It's the final day and vegetarian Jodie Edzekiel is out to wow her guest by giving them what they want...meat! That's if she can work up the courage to touch it.
186. Sheffield, Louise McGowan
Aired: 21-01-2013
Self-confessed clutter bug Louise McGowan plans a charity shop-chic night.
187. Sheffield, Paul Wood
Aired: 22-01-2013
As the oldest of the group, tribute band manager Paul Wood is quietly confident that his ambitious menu and a 1920s theme for entertainmen will see him take the prize.
188. Sheffield, Yana
Aired: 23-01-2013
Proud Russian Yana hopes to impress with an evening of delicacies from her homeland.
189. Sheffield, Tommy Jones
Aired: 24-01-2013
Musician Tommy Jones fails to hit all the right notes as disaster strikes during his starter as his evening as host descends into hilarity and high jinks.
190. Sheffield, Gina
Aired: 25-01-2013
It's the final night in Sheffield and nail artist Gina's meal lurches from one kitchen calamity to another.
191. Shropshire, Zoe Bailey
Aired: 28-01-2013
First to host is zumba instructor Zoe Bailey. Zoe's guests are posh artist Penny Timmis, travelling salesman Richard Mercer, Radio DJ Paul Shuttleworth and Josh Sedgley. Zoe's soufflé starter impresses, but Richard's monologue on LED lightbulbs less so. Zoe's parlour game of gargling while humming a tune also goes down rather well.
192. Shropshire, Penny Timmis
Aired: 29-01-2013
Eccentric artist and dairy farmer Penny Timmis is second to host and has roped-in a dentist posing as a magician for entertainment.
193. Shropshire, Richard Mercer
Aired: 30-01-2013
It's the turn of lighting salesman Richard Mercer to host in Shropshire. The self-confessed gadget geek cooks paella for dinner and for entertainment suggests a game of 'Guess the Gadget'.
194. Shropshire, Josh Sedgley
Aired: 31-01-2013
Youngest of the group Josh Sedgley take to the kitchen, but unfortunately his meringues look a bit suspect, while Zoe laughs uncontrollably at his main course.
195. Shropshire, Paul Shuttleworth
Aired: 01-02-2013
The final dinner party in Shropshire is hosted by traffic reporter and radio DJ Paul Shuttleworth, who plans to mix wacky outfits, bouncy castles and fun food. But LED salesman Richard Mercer thinks Paul's pork belly main isn't quite as promised on the menu.
196. Lincoln, Hunni Hindley
Aired: 04-02-2013
First to host is hunting enthusiast Hunni Hindley. Hunni's guests are outspoken Caroline Bevis, fur lover Natashka Ingham, self-proclaimed rock god Glenn Priestly, and gym buff Ricky Summers-Calvert. There is a heated debate on hunting, a stunning revelation from Ricky about his acting career, and Caroline's celebrity connections cause quite a stir.
197. Lincoln, Caroline Bevis
Aired: 05-02-2013
It's the second night of the competition in Lincolnshire and medical supplier and mother-of-one Caroline Bevis is treating her guests to a Roaring 20s dinner party with a 'swellegant soufflé', 'porkin on the Ritz' for the main and a black bottom Betty torte with beetroot ice cream for dessert.
198. Lincoln, Glenn Priestly
Aired: 06-02-2013
Glenn Priestly plans a rock legends dinner for his guests in Lincoln. But student Richard lowers the tone of the evening.
199. Lincoln, Richard Summers-Calvert
Aired: 07-02-2013
It's day four and body building drama student Richard Summers-Calvert is hoping to win over his guests with an audacious menu - he's serving chicken and rice for his starter, main and dessert, but with a few twists. Richard has asked his guests to come dressed as action heroes and the entertainment will be a nice game of charades.
200. Lincoln, Natashka Ingham
Aired: 08-02-2013
It's the final night and the turn of all-American mom and ex-barrister Natashka Ingham to really show the Brits a thing or two about cooking. Natashka is serving 'fall off your horse black bottom pie' and 'cow tail pie', and her theme for the evening is 'The Great American Dream'. Unfortunately, the talk turns to underpants and toilets.
201. Somerset, Kerry Mackenzie
Aired: 11-02-2013
Housewife and keen horse rider Kerry Mackenzie is hoping that her Greek menu and bubbly personality will secure her the prize.
202. Somerset, Simon Dyer
Aired: 12-02-2013
It's the turn of farm owner and junkyard lover Simon Dyer to host. Simon hopes to wow his guests by cooking his main course on a salvaged drum. But Kerry takes a major dislike to Conservative politician Tim Marter after a conversation about ghosts and builder Richard Lees continues with his advances towards Emily Parker.
203. Somerset, Richard Lees
Aired: 13-02-2013
The third night is hosted by builder Richard Lees. But following the departure of local politician Tim Marters from the competition, all eyes are on his replacement, forthright body piercer Linda Rossiter.
204. Somerset, Emily Parker
Aired: 14-02-2013
Customer services trainer Emily Parker plans a night of fun and laughter with her 'Wigs and Wellies' dress code. But tensions rise between two of the guests over the mackerel pate starter.
205. Somerset, Linda Rossiter
Aired: 15-02-2013
It's the final night of the competition and the turn of body piercer Linda Rossiter. Linda plans a leather and lace evening. But it's not long before the insults start to fly.
206. Dudley, Mandeep Rajput
Aired: 18-02-2013
This competition in Dudley in the Black Country starts with banker Mandeep Rajput, who opts for a traditional Punjabi menu for his guests and some bhangra dancing. The guests are musical pensioner Di Dawson, quiz master Adam Reece, dog groomer extraordinaire Vicky Pell and businesswoman Sarah Freeman.
207. Dudley, Adam Reece
Aired: 19-02-2013
Pub quiz host Adam Reece is the second host in Dudley and plans a 'mixed up' night with his guests being asked to attend in their pyjamas. On the menu is Italian with some gameshow-style fun for afters.
208. Dudley, Di Dawson
Aired: 20-02-2013
In Dudley 65-year-old spoon-playing pensioner Di Dawson plans some good honest home cooking and civilised conversation. But Adam is determined to take his smutty sense of humour up a notch and hopes to continue his flirtatious behaviour with dog groomer Vicky.
209. Dudley, Vicky Pell
Aired: 21-02-2013
Dog groomer Vicky Pell has high hopes for her cruise ship-themed dinner party in Dudley. But it might not be plain sailing with a rift emerging between two of the guests.
210. Dudley, Sarah Freeman
Aired: 22-02-2013
It's the final day of the competition and 25-year-old business woman Sarah Freeman is hoping her Moroccan menu will drive her on to victory.
211. Mansfield, Tina Ainsworth
Aired: 25-02-2013
The brand new competition in Mansfield kicks off with a jaw-dropping evening of costume, music and homemade recipes from health-conscious granny Tina Ainsworth.
212. Mansfield, Tomasz
Aired: 26-02-2013
Polish croupier Tomasz hosts an 'outrageous' themed evening. One guest comes as a giant toddler while another reveals his extensive tattoos. There's also a balloon pumping competition for fun.
213. Mansfield, Gareth Harding
Aired: 27-02-2013
In Mansfield, DJ Gareth Harding turns his garden into a Balearic cocktail bar and club, complete with lasers and disco lights, and wows his guests with his fire-breathing.
214. Mansfield, Rachel Imms(30 min)
Aired: 28-02-2013
Francophile and animal lover Rachel Imms hosts a French-inspired evening in Mansfield. But entertainment in the form of a French accordionist doesn't appeal to everyone.
215. Mansfield, Julia Smith
Aired: 01-03-2013
It's the final day in Mansfield, and dance fanatic Julia Smith is confident she can wow her guests with her fancy house and her hospitality. Having two waiters on hand certainly helps.
Season 26 (February 2012 - December 2013)
1. All in One: Watford
Aired: 24-02-2012
A week of competitive dining In Watford includes sumo wrestling, some very controversial opinions, a dash of DayGlo, a house full of dead animals, and some lettuce soup. Taking part is bubbly stay-at-home mum Mandy Godman, the highly opinionated Danny Walsh, soft-hearted nursery nurse, Claire Scotchett, who likes all things gothic, and Perrie Dixon, a man whose taste in clothes is pure designer, and whose taste in home decor is kooky.
2. All in One: Stockport
Aired: 09-03-2012
In Stockport, four diners take part in a week of competitive dining featuring some surprising revelations, a few bombshells, an evening of mystery, and quite a bit of chaos. Taking part are bank clerk Alastair Lomas, student Amy Green, recruitment consultant Gillian Twist, and the mysterious man from Maryland, mechanic Samuel Norrin.
3. All in One: Cardiff
Aired: 11-03-2012
Four weird and wonderful nights in Cardiff, featuring a two-pronged tongue, supper in a tattoo parlour, grace before dinner, and line dancing. Battling it out are Martine Dorey, gospel singer Carmen Gilfin, metal-mouthed tattoo artist Chris Jones, and ditsy stay-a- home mum Monica Utting.
4. All in One: East Sussex
Aired: 16-03-2012
This week of competitive dining includes lemon curd souffle, a stray dog-hair in the dinner, a strange tale concerning a trip to the dentist, and an Alice in Wonderland menu. Going head to head for the prize are food lover Dizz Byrom-Colburn, businessman John Hammond, attention-seeking Daniel Gray, and mad-as-a-hatter Tracey Waters.
5. All in One: Basildon
Aired: 23-03-2012
Four cooks in Basildon go head-to-head in a week of competitive dining featuring turkey twizzlers, spotted dick and quite a lot of conflict. Taking part are advertising sales exec Antonia Price, self-confessed loud-mouth and hairdresser Vicky Hilton, gym-fanatic web developer Ryan Brown, and career coach and local councillor Andy Baggott.
6. All in One: Wolverhampton
Aired: 30-03-2012
A week of competitive dining in the Black Country, featuring some raw chicken, a few hidden agendas, and a dramatic final twist to proceedings. Going head to head for the £1000 prize are traditionalist Deborah Green, tattoo-lover Kat Whyton, community worker Nick Bassett and Italian Francesco Ceccarelli.
7. All in One: Essex
Aired: 04-05-2012
Posh student Hannah Charrington kicks things off with a traditional country house menu. Hard-to-please management consultant Veronica Alexander finds fault with everything, especially fellow guest and self-proclaimed 'one man entertainment system' Bex Carter. Bex hopes to smooth things over with an extravagant fancy dress evening, Veronica serves up an Italian feast, and DJ and comedian Frank O'Hare gives everyone his interpretation of a TV dinner - provoking some very strong reactions.
8. All in One: Preston
Aired: 06-04-2012
Four amateur cooks from Preston fight it out in a week featuring pudding in pyjamas in bed, a controversial stuffed fox, and a swinging 60s night with a guest appearance from The Beatles. Doing battle are customer services co-ordinator Janet McCabe, nursery manager Rick Monk, office manager Sue Braithwaite, and theatre and film director Graham Easterlow.
9. All in One: Stoke
Aired: 13-04-2012
In Stoke four cooks battle it out in a week of dining featuring lobby and pikelets, some very smutty conversation, a bit of mud-slinging, a Lady, and a bit of a peasants revolt. Taking part are school teacher and singleton Margaret Fanion, self-confessed super cook Josef Bailey, business development manager Nick Hall, and the awfully nice Lady Polly Ingestre.
10. All in One: Birmingham
Aired: 20-04-2012
A back-to-front menu, some bad jokes and wind-ups, a bold choice of duck, and some celebrity friends... are just a few of the highlights in Birmingham. Taking part is events and hospitality manager Daz Blackwood, outgoing sales executive Hannah Kirkland, newspaper boss Darren Tyler and welfare trainer Stuart Rose.
11. All in One: Folkestone and Dover
Aired: 27-04-2012
Four cooks from Folkestone and Dover engage in a week of competitive dining. Taking part are eccentric 70-year-old Janet Cripps, self-confessed witch Lisa Mansfield, parish priest Andy Bawtree and businessman John George. Between them the quartet of hopeful hosts come up with a 50s night, some saucy talk and physical exchanges over dessert, a Downton Abbey dress code, an Abba tribute band, and a cowboy song.
12. All in One: Aberdeen
Aired: 11-05-2012
Nicky, Tony, Chris and Angie are the contestants working their special brand of kitchen magic in Aberdeen. Marketing manager Nicky kicks things off with a lavish medieval banquet, complete with wandering minstrel, knight in shining armour, and roast suckling pig. But the rustic bread gets the best of Angie's dental work. Stand-up comedian Tony takes the second turn and hopes a combination of home-cooking and sparkling one-liners will impress his guests. But cheeky oil engineer Chris wins the most laughs from the girls, and everyone can't help noticing Angie's plunging neckline. Third host Chris starts his oil rig-themed evening with a starter and a side of 'show-me-your-rude-tattoo'. And finally, aspiring children's author Angie hopes to end the week on a high note with her evening of flower power.
13. All in One: Great Yarmouth
Aired: 18-05-2012
Come Dine with Me goes to the seaside, as four cooks in Great Yarmouth take turns to try and win the prize. Hairdresser Sarah Aldous is the first of the group to hear trainee barrister JP's extremely critical opinion. He calls her food abysmal. Later in the week JP sends a plate back when it is mum Kizzy Benjafield's turn to host. IT teacher Aisha isn't much of a fan of JP's brashness, and so as the last to host, the pressure is on for JP's posh nosh to live up to his high standards.
14. All in One: Crawley
Aired: 25-05-2012
In Crawley, madcap primary school teacher Chris McGivern and wind-up merchant Bruce Burgess take an immediate dislike to each other that escalates as the competition progresses. Trying to rise above the boys' bickering and make an impression with their culinary and hosting skills are chatterbox care worker Kerry Gates and people-hating vegetarian and sign-language interpreter Carly Buckle. With food fights, fancy dress and the inappropriate use of a lie detector, this could be one of the messiest episodes yet.
15. All in One: Hartlepool
Aired: 01-06-2012
Competing in Hartlepool are former 18-30s holiday rep Dotty Page, financial adviser Gavin Wise, beautician Becki Cooper and student Alex Jackson. Lovely in person but scathing in private, Gavin is quick to charm his rivals, but when Dotty pushes him to the limit, he soon forgets to play nice. Will final host Alex be able to keep the peace? And how will he cope with any angry outbursts from Gavin?
16. All in One: Chichester
Aired: 08-06-2012
Taking on the Come Dine challenge in Chichester is football fan Darren Morrison, ex-navy officer Stefan Gershater, housewife Henrietta Edwards and posh traveller Jemima Thomas. It's a week of romance, fussy foodies and male rivalry - but who will scope the £1000 prize?
17. All in One: Jubilee Special
Aired: 27-05-2012
Four monarchy-mad celebrities host a Jubilee-themed dinner party. Take part are EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison, Kerry Katona, Give Us a Clue host Lionel Blair, and her majesty's favourite ventriloquist Keith Harris.
18. All in One: Windsor
Aired: 17-06-2012
Four cooks go to war in Windsor in a week of dining featuring some raucous banter, a duck on fire and a prawn and asparagus salad... with no asparagus! Taking part is hairdresser Leanne Strachan, dizzy property manager Jill Rendell, saucy lighting designer Daphne Diluce, and fun and flirty flooring specialist Chaz Fearnley.
19. All in One: Warwickshire
Aired: 01-07-2012
Slow-cooked sweet and sour mackerel and mango with vanilla are just some of the things on the menu as four cooks in Warwickshire battle for the prize. Taking part are former Miss Rugby Jade Hollis, film and TV extra Susan Gillis, recruitment boss Lee Bunting and academic Dr Alan James.
20. All in One: Peterborough
Aired: 15-07-2012
Four cooks in Peterborough compete for the prize in a week featuring some heavy flirting, a few fights, and some incident-packed dining. Taking part are PA Claire Mazurek, managing director Nimon Davey, flirty hairdresser Kristian Beckham and Karen Hingston.
21. All in One: West Yorkshire
Aired: 29-06-2012
With a week of surprises that include wetsuits, Willy Wonka outfits and a rave in a shed, Julian, Henry, Jilly and Rachel battle it out for the culinary prize.
22. All in One: Milton Keynes
Aired: 22-07-2012
Some hearty grub, glitzy fun, offbeat gags and squirrel for a starter, are just some of the things on show in a week of competitive dining in Milton Keynes. Taking part is competitive sportswoman Lauren, am-dram enthusiast Ben, racing car driver John, and single party-girl Julia.
23. All in One: Sport
Aired: 29-07-2012
Four Olympic athletes go head to head for charity. On the starting blocks are Tasha Danvers, Mark Foster, Derek Redmond and Louise Hazel. Who will take the gold? Tasha's Jamaican carnival night finds her dressed in a costume that leaves little to the imagination. Mark's night to host features tales of sporting challenges and a dinner party game that brings out the competitive streak in Louise and Derek. Louise's night includes a mystifying psychic reading and quite a bit of nit picking from Derek. Will he come to regret this when it's his turn to host?
24. All in One: Surrey
Aired: 05-08-2012
Four cooks do battle in leafy Surrey, in a week featuring a Best of British menu, but also the worst of British snobbery. But are the group's divisions really due to class differences, or something more surprising?
25. Celebrity Horror Special
Aired: 31-10-2012
Four cooks do battle in leafy Surrey, in a week featuring a Best of British menu, but also the worst of British snobbery. But are the group's divisions really due to class differences, or something more surprising?
26. All in One: Alicante
Aired: 09-11-2012
In Enfield, north London, four dinner party hosts battle it out for the prize: Burlesque starlet Charlie Hunt, Cypriot Maria Theodorou, entrepreneur Wesley Singh and Habiba Hrida. While Charlie dazzles with her food and some rather racy entertainment, Habiba doesn't think nudity has a place at a dinner party. Instead Habiba hosts a night of impromptu 'rockabilly poetry'... As the eventful week progresses, Habiba and Charlie find themselves vying to be the centre of attention. But will either of them win the cash prize?
31. All in One: Enfield
Aired: 12-08-2012
In Enfield, north London, four dinner party hosts battle it out for the prize: Burlesque starlet Charlie Hunt, Cypriot Maria Theodorou, entrepreneur Wesley Singh and Habiba Hrida. While Charlie dazzles with her food and some rather racy entertainment, Habiba doesn't think nudity has a place at a dinner party. Instead Habiba hosts a night of impromptu 'rockabilly poetry'... As the eventful week progresses, Habiba and Charlie find themselves vying to be the centre of attention. But will either of them win the cash prize?
32. All in One: Kingston upon Thames
Aired: 28-11-2012
Beautician Lisa Hughes takes on Australian mum-of-two Carly Baker, cool and confident Philip Gwott, and laconic barrister Simon Levene. The week of competitive dining features some uncomfortable comments, some entertainment that gets a little bit physical, and a hard-to-swallow dessert.
33. All in One: North Cornwall
Aired: 19-08-2012
In North Cornwall, the exuberant first host is bouncer Danielle Stephens, who makes an immediate impression on the first of her guests, shy and retiring lawyer Liz Ashton. The line-up is completed by committed family man and surfer Tiva Dakar, and lady-loving Sam Bishop. Despite being very different, the two men eventually hit it off, but not before Sam tries to show Tiva some rather racy pictures of his nightly exploits out on the town! As the week progresses, Liz is determined not to allow her female rival to dominate the evenings and cooks up a number of ways to make her voice heard. Meanwhile, Sam makes it clear that Liz (despite her being in a relationship) is definitely his kind of woman...
34. All in One: Paralympics
Aired: 24-08-2012
This special episode sees four Paralympians past and present fight it out for podium glory and a £1000 charity prize. The line-up is: Giles Long, retired swimmer and now Channel 4 presenter for the games; Ann Wild, uber-competitive ex-wheelchair basketball captain and now member of the British shooting team; nine-times Paralympic games gold medalist, dressage rider Lee Pearson; and Rachael Latham, retired Paralympic swimmer and current Channel 4 presenter for the Games. Over the course of the week there's a 'wear your worst tracksuit' evening, a Mexican night, plenty of banter and the suspicion that one of the hosts isn't doing much of the actual cooking. But who will take the gold medal and win £1000 for their charity?
35. All in One: Made in Chelsea Special
Aired: 31-03-2012
Four stars of Made in Chelsea - Mark Francis Vandelli, Spencer Matthews, Binky Felstead and Caggie Dunlop - battle for a £1000 charity prize as they each try to host the perfect dinner party and score each other in secret. Mark kicks off the week cooking in style at his Chelsea home, with the aid of his live-in housekeeper Gianna, and his guests arrive glammed up for a 1920s-style evening. Day 2 sees Caggie hopelessly unprepared, but help arrives in the form of fellow Made in Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh, who does most of the cooking for Caggie's 1980s-themed night. Day 3 and Binky retreats to the family's countryside cottage in Sussex to host, with a lot of help from mummy. Rounding off the week is Spencer, who employs professional chef Sophie Wright to prepare a typical East End menu for his 'East Meets West' night. So who has impressed the most and who will win £1000 for their charity?
36. Paralympic Special (2-part version: part 1)
Aired: 30-08-2012
The first half of a two-part special as four Paralympians past and present fight it out in the cooking competition. The line-up is: Giles Long, retired swimmer and now Channel 4 presenter for the games; Ann Wild, uber-competitive ex-wheelchair basketball captain and now member of the British shooting team; nine-times Paralympic games gold medalist, dressage rider Lee Pearson; and Rachael Latham, retired Paralympic swimmer and current Channel 4 presenter for the Games. The week kicks off with a 'wear your worst tracksuit' evening hosted by Giles, where the dress code ignites a battle of banter between the boys. On day two Ann aims for a more cerebral affair, but the sophistication ends when the dynamite dessert leaves Rachael hungover before she's even left the table...
37. Paralympic Special (2-part version: part 2)
Aired: 31-08-2012
Part two of the special edition featuring Paralympic champions. On Lee Pearson's night he's confronted about how much of the cooking has actually been done by his 'assistant' Jo, and the party involves seven surprise guests, a knighting and a dessert that looks like horse poo. On the final evening Rachael Latham opts for a Mexican theme, and a lively night ends with a bang as all the Paralympians smash a pinata to smithereens. But who will take the gold medal and win £1000 for their charity?
38. All in One: Benidorm
Aired: 14-09-2012
On Spain's Costa Brava four ex-pats show off their culinary skills in a week of competitive dining that features banter, blunt speaking, weird photos, and food without any cooking involved. Taking part are travel journalist Irena Bodnarec, no-nonsense banker Nick Middleton, clairvoyant and alternative thinker Hilary Marshall, and fun loving drag queen Gary Brown.
40. All in One: Jersey
Aired: 16-11-2012
Come Dine with Me visits the island of Jersey for the very first time. Hoping to avoid any kitchen calamities are local radio dj Kevin Pamplin, no-nonsense food aficionado Jane-Anne Collier, finance manager Craig Dempster, and dinner party novice Jessica Stanier. The week of competitive dining features some ruined food, shameless self promotion, raucous fun, and some truth telling round the table.
41. All in One: Swansea
Aired: 23-11-2012
First to try his hand at winning in Swansea is 36-year-old theatre bod, Dean Verbeck. Dean's Hollywood-themed evening dazzles his guests, none more so than super-glamorous, Yvonne Davies, Swansea's answer to Joan Collins. Yvonne loves champagne almost as much as her little pooch Misha. But she's less keen on 50-year-old Bronwen Ward, who believes she's the most glamorous woman in Swansea and hates pets. Yvonne opts for a Dallas/ Dynasty themed evening which final contestant, recruitment consultant Mike Bates, embraces, but not as much as his own wrestling-themed night later in the week.
42. All in One: South East London
Aired: 30-11-2012
Politically incorrect Reg - 'meat and two veg' - Gaston cooks off against English teacher Hannah Elliot, musician George Chambers and legal eagle Sarah Maguire. The week of controversial dining involves some heated discussions, surprising revelations, an accident in the kitchen, a poem called 'Satan' and some experimental music that one diner mistakes for an asthma attack.
43. All in One: The Wirral
Aired: 14-12-2012
In Liverpool's posh cousin, budding entrepreneur Stephen Wong takes on saucy book-lover Jennifer McLoughlan, energy assessor Steve Rampton and boutique owner Cher Arnott. The week features a glamorous scouse girl-band, a ghost hunt, some grubby glasses, a sexy theme, and a reverse crab down a wall.
44. Come Dine WIth Me Christmas Special
Aired: 16-12-2013
In this Christmas episode, Come Dine with Me goes music-crazy with a festive jukebox special, with four celebrities bidding to win £1000 for charity. Taking part is Jona Lewie, whose Christmas hit Stop the Cavalry still has people singing 'dabadabadum' 30 years on. He's joined by Maizie Williams from 70s pop phenomenon Boney M, who had a festive number one with Mary's Boy Child. The two music veterans are joined by alternative musician VV Brown, and DJ Toby Anstis. The Christmas culinary celebrations see the guests dress up as aliens and space girls and donkeys.
45. All in One: Darby
Aired: 30-12-2012
The hosts in Derby are talkative housewife Tori Yerbury, Canadian drama teacher Allison Hunt, babyfaced Tom Flannery, and prankster Jeff Foster - who loves to push people's buttons with juvenile jokes. The week features non-stop chatter, some over-the-top mothering, and Jeff with a pair of shorts on his head.
46. All in One: Wrexham
Aired: 08-01-2013
The hosts in Wrexham are financial advisor Joey Perez, the zumba-loving Jacki De Sanders, sci-fi fan Tom Evans, and hotel inspector Lisa Groom. The week features quite a bit of havoc, some boisterous play-acting, and the unfortunate situation where one guest thinks they're the life and soul of every party, but actually winds up every other member of the group.
47. All in One: East Coast of Yorkshire
Aired: 13-01-2013
Beautician Amanda Bradley takes on author and businessman Heath Samples, accident-prone Fran Atkin and technician Phil Laycock. The week features some deliberate overspicing of a guest's starter, an argument about Princess Diana and some post-dinner hair removal.
48. All in One: Lake District
Aired: 20-01-2013
Battling it out in the picturesque Lake District are 30-year-old fitness fanatic Lindsey Berry, joker and salesman Marc McAdam, hairdresser Julie Wall and Michael Webster, former butler to the Queen. Julie's night features a strawberry soup and sausage surprise. Michael hosts a night where the dress theme is come as your favourite royal. But it doesn't go to plan when Julie turns up dressed as Freddie Mercury, and Marc as a corgi. The rest of the week features a pub-themed dinner party that goes down rather well, and one inspired by Lady Gaga.
49. All in One: Barnsley
Aired: 27-01-2013
Elaine Ashton starts the competition off with an American-themed evening. Sam West is second to host, serving some unusual delicacies such as ostrich eggs, pigs' ears and stuffed animals. Local councillor and market trader Wayne Johnson finds his evening ambushed by baiting from Sam. The final night, hosted by Cindy Broadbent, features a wild west-themed evening, and a wild end to the night too, with someone left in tears.
50. All in One: Edinburgh
Aired: 03-02-2013
Opinionated lady of leisure Sandie McConnell faces off against fashion and events student Gary Anderson, adult leisure specialist Vimbai Marongwe, and nice guy GP Kevin Fernando. The week of culinary competition features an 'around-the-world' menu, a 'sweetie, darling' evening, a stab at some Heston Blumenthal-style magic and entertainment that reduces one of the contestants to tears.
51. All in One: Bristol
Aired: 10-02-2013
American Keith Weinberg goes up against three local diners in a week of dining that includes some 'gert lush' and a revealing outfit. Also taking part is fun-loving Rachel Flowers, extrovert Andy Holbert and legal trainee Jen Elphick.
52. All in One: Petersborough
Aired: 13-03-2013
53. All in One: Surrey
Aired: 14-03-2013
In Surrey, there are divisions between estate agent James, pensioner Cherry Hughes, tattoo artist Lee Jackson and project manager Sandhya Gadsby.
54. All in One: Benidorm
Aired: 15-03-2013
A shorter version of a classic episode where four ex-pats in Benidorm on the Costa Blanca in Spain show off their culinary prowess. Taking part are travel journalist Irena Bodnarec, no-nonsense banker Nick Middleton, clairvoyant and alternative thinker Hilary Marshall, and fun loving drag queen Gary Brown, in a week of competitive dining that features banter, blunt speaking, weird photos, and food without any cooking involved.
Season 27 (June 2012)
1. Come Dine with Me Top 30
Aired: 06-06-2012
The vault has been ransacked to countdown the top 30 best bits ever. During over a thousand episodes, hundreds of people have attempted to host the ultimate dinner party and claim the £1000 prize. These vintage clips show the good, the bad and the downright ugly. Wannabe cooks with their menu mishaps range from serving pigs trotters for a main to sausage trifle for dessert. Bad hosting includes the one who fell asleep, leaving her guests to do the cooking. Celebrity contestants include Lesley Ash making a meal out of cooking a lamb roast to Big Brother's Brian Belo's befuddlement in the presence of Page 3 model Sophie Reade. There's sporting shenanigans as footballer Neil Ruddock bares all and England's rugby legends prove boys will be boys. There is also a flirting frenzy between a gigolo and a school teacher, and the most unlikely coming together between a pensioner and a hairdresser. Along the way, the guest from hell is revealed.
Season 28 (October 2012 - November 2012)
1. Cheltenham, Janice
Aired: 15-10-2012
This culinary cook-off comes from in and around Cheltenham, where first to host is straight talking Janice. But will guest Vanessa's tales of her dog's medical history ruin Janice's night? And will the guests notice that Janice's pavlova isn't really up to scratch?
2. Cheltenham, Vanessa
Aired: 15-10-2012
It's Vanessa's turn to host at her country estate, where she makes her guests bring slippers so they don't damage her floors. At dessert the three women bond at the sight of Vanessa's pudding exploding all over Alex.
3. Cheltenham, Alex
Aired: 15-10-2012
Alex is certain that his home with all its gadgets is sure to win round his three female guests. Unfortunately the night becomes fractious, and Vanessa and Janice almost come to blows.
4. Cheltenham, Cathy
Aired: 15-10-2012
Cathy, or 'Patsy' as she also likes to be known, is the last host of the week in Cheltenham and Gloucester, and faces the unenviable task of trying to re-unite the guests while Alex acts out his master plan to sabotage her evening.
5. Hertfordshire, Perry Jones
Aired: 16-10-2012
The first to host in Hertfordshire is Perry Jones. Perry believes 20 years hosting dinner parties will see him win. But his main dish of two tins of chicken soup poured over chicken breasts, topped with crisps, leaves everyone scratching their heads.
6. Hertfordshire, Amit Kosha
Aired: 16-10-2012
Competitive dentist Amit Koshal goes all out with an Indian inspired menu in Hertfordshire, but confesses that his wife of four years doesn't know he can cook.
7. Hertfordshire, Kelly Hatt
Aired: 16-10-2012
On day three in Hertfordshire food snob Kelly Hatt's attempt to match the wine to her menu backfires.
8. Hertfordshire, Heath Reid
Aired: 16-10-2012
On the final day in Hertfordshire 'diamond gastronomic geezer' Heath Reid hopes to win with some Italian-influenced dishes.
9. Cardiff, Jo
Aired: 17-10-2012
Four cooks from in and around Cardiff take it in turns to host their idea of the perfect dinner party. Cleaning company owner Jo leads with a French inspired menu, but it's the nude photo in her walk-in wardrobe that set her guests' tongues wagging.
10. Cardiff, Mark
Aired: 17-10-2012
Rugby lad Mark hopes to sweeten the mood with his manly menu and by roping in Welsh rugby union star Ian Gough as his wine waiter.
11. Cardiff, Michelle
Aired: 17-10-2012
Michelle steps up to the hot plate on her night in Cardiff with an African-inspired menu. But the tensions between Michelle and Jo lead to a night of uncomfortable remarks and awkward moments.
12. Cardiff, Phil
Aired: 17-10-2012
On the fourth and final night in Cardiff, Phil the host is so preoccupied with keeping the peace between Michelle and Jo that he completely loses concentration on his main course.
13. North Somerset, Claire
Aired: 18-10-2012
Four cooks from Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon host their idea of the perfect dinner party. Single mum Claire has decided on a West Country theme for her evening, with big portions.
14. North Somerset, Graham
Aired: 18-10-2012
Business analyst Graham has lived in France for three years, so he thinks he can bring a bit more sophistication to his dinner party. His guests are impressed by his presentation and perfectly cooked dishes, but they're not so happy about him spending so much time in the kitchen.
15. North Somerset, David
Aired: 18-10-2012
Rickshaw pilot David's evening features jacket potatoes, baked beans and a lot of singing from Claire.
16. North Somerset, Hayley
Aired: 18-10-2012
The final dinner party is hosted by Hayley, Weston's answer to Victoria Beckham. Hayley's guests are impressed by her luxurious home and pool, but will they be won over by her food?
17. Darlington, Dave
Aired: 19-10-2012
First up in Darlington is construction worker Dave, who is hosting at his parents' house. Drag queen Neil soon discovers that Dave sleeps in his parents' garage, while young Conservative Nathalie bores everyone by talking about serious issues.
18. Darlington, Suzi
Aired: 19-10-2012
Suzi's menu of comfort food and fire breathing doesn't really get the evening flowing like she'd hoped.
19. Darlington, Neil
Aired: 19-10-2012
Drag queen Neil plans a pole dancing lesson for his night in Darlington, but spoils it all by telling Nathalie and Neil that they're a bit 'ordinary looking'.
20. Darlington, Nathalie
Aired: 19-10-2012
Young Tory Nathalie plans to reveal her lighter side on her night as host, and throws some special salsa moves in a last-ditch effort to gain more points.
21. South East London, Terry Houlihan
Aired: 22-10-2012
In south east London the first of four dinner party hosts is cheeky chappy Terry Houlihan, who tries to keep things cheerful with his relentless builder's banter. Terry's guests - and future hosts - are glam pub singer Ita Egan, eccentric artist Jon Revell and well-to-do retired businessman Oliver Gillie.
22. South East London, Ita Egan
Aired: 22-10-2012
Glamorous pub singer Ita Egan hopes her lovingly prepared meat pies and a swing cabaret act will make waves.
23. South East London, Jon Revell
Aired: 22-10-2012
Third to host in south east London is artist, student and eccentric Jon Revell. Jon is the Salvador Dali of the area, with his art quite macabre and gory, and his beef extremely bloody...
24. South East London, Oliver Gillie
Aired: 22-10-2012
Well-to-do retired businessman Oliver Gillie puts in quite a mad-cap performance in his kitchen for the final dinner party, after which the votes are counted and the winner revealed.
25. Dudley, Amanda
Aired: 23-10-2012
In Dudley wannabe WAG Amanda takes on podium-dancing plumber Sophie, grow-your-own fan Ian, and super-critical Khakan in the culinary contest with £1000 at stake.
26. Dudley, Ian
Aired: 23-10-2012
Grow-your-own fan Ian is the host of the second dinner party in Dudley as the cooking contest continues.
27. Dudley, Khakan
Aired: 23-10-2012
Super-critical Khakan hosts in Dudley, and his psychic reading gets short shrift from Ian, while Amanda reveals some surprising skills in order to put Khakan in his place.
28. Dudley, Sophie
Aired: 23-10-2012
It's crunch time in Dudley as the competition comes to an end. Podium-dancing plumber Sophie hosts, bringing the week to a climax with a spot of good old fashioned burlesque entertainment.
29. Grimsby, Jackie Critten
Aired: 24-10-2012
In Grimsby, straight-talking Jackie Critten is the first host in the culinary contest, taking on Mr Phil - 'I'm always right' - Cowper, glamourpuss Shanelle Cutsforth and self-confessed 'campest straight man in the world', Chris Wood.
30. Grimsby, Phil Cowper
Aired: 24-10-2012
The second dinner party in Grimsby is hosted by Mr Phil - 'I'm always right' - Cowper, as the cooking contest continues.
31. Grimsby, Shanelle Cutsforth
Aired: 24-10-2012
It's the third dinner party in Grimsby as the competition moves into its final stages. Glamourpuss Shanelle Cutsforth hosts.
32. Grimsby, Chris Wood
Aired: 24-10-2012
It's crunch time in Grimsby as the competition comes to an end with the fourth and final dinner party, hosted by Chris Wood, the self-confessed 'campest straight man in the world'. After Chris's party the votes are counted, and the winner revealed...
33. North East Kent, Vanessa Boukharouba
Aired: 25-10-2012
In north east Kent single mum Vanessa Boukharouba is the first host in the culinary contest. Vanessa hopes to impress outspoken butcher Scott Taylor, joker John O'Connor and politically incorrect personal trainer Annette Evans with her cooking and entertaining skills.
34. North East Kent, John O'Connor
Aired: 25-10-2012
Joker John O'Connor hosts the second dinner party in north east Kent as the cooking contest continues.
35. North East Kent, Scott Taylor
Aired: 25-10-2012
Outspoken butcher Scott Taylor hosts the third dinner party in north east Kent as the competition moves into its final stages.
36. North East Kent, Annette Evans.
Aired: 25-10-2012
It's crunch time in north east Kent as the competition comes to an end with the fourth and final dinner party, hosted by politically incorrect personal trainer Annette Evans. After Annette's party, the votes are counted, and the winner revealed...
37. Stoke, Caroline Hicky
Aired: 29-10-2012
Self-confessed snob Caroline Hicky tries to out-cook and outclass the opposition at the start of a week of competitive dining that features black-tie dining, wigs, double entendres aplenty and a glam rock night.
38. Stoke, Paul Condliffe
Aired: 29-10-2012
Limelight-loving bank manager Paul Condliffe is second to host in Stoke.
39. Stoke, Linda Jackson
Aired: 29-10-2012
Down-to-earth bookie Linda Jackson is third to host in Stoke.
40. Stoke, Jay Davies.
Aired: 29-10-2012
Last to host in Stoke is the controversial hairstylist Jay Davies.
41. Southend, Louise
Aired: 30-10-2012
First up in Southend is chatty charity worker Louise, who has opted for a musicals-themed menu, and no one is shy to tell her what they think of her plans.
42. Southend, Tracy
Aired: 30-10-2012
On day two in Southend capable cook Tracy's collection of religious memorabilia startles her guests.
43. Southend, Rob
Aired: 30-10-2012
Retired banker Rob sets out to show that men are better than women at entertaining and comes up with a high-class menu to make his point. But the proof of the pudding is in the eating.
44. Southend, Zac
Aired: 30-10-2012
For the final night in Southend estate agent Zac produces a menu consisting of dishes he has invented.
45. Doncaster, Harinder Khela
Aired: 31-10-2012
Mini-supermarket magnate Harinder Khela is determined to impress with an enormous Indian feast. Unfortunately his hopes for the perfect evening are thwarted by joker Andrew Lloyd.
46. Doncaster, Alison Tinsley
Aired: 31-10-2012
Arguments break out during image consultant Alison Tinsley's evening, with 'ladette' Sarah Wells telling off Andrew.
47. Doncaster, Sarah Wells
Aired: 31-10-2012
It's day three in Doncaster and time for Sarah to make amends for last night, as well as dinner.
48. Doncaster, Andrew Lloyd
Aired: 31-10-2012
On the final day in Doncaster, Andrew welcomes his guests to his home with a ten-foot poster of himself and plans to perform a rap for them, in Thai.
49. Celebrity Special, Donal MacIntyre
Aired: 01-11-2012
A week of competitive celebrity dining featuring love, lust, nudity and tears, some matchmaking, fried balls, and a fancy dress disco, begins with a night round at undercover reporter Donal MacIntyre's place.
50. Celebrity Special, Javine Hylton
Aired: 01-11-2012
The second celebrity host is Eurovision popstress and R & B diva Javine Hylton.
51. Celebrity Special, Dave Spinx
Aired: 01-11-2012
Former EastEnder and life-long bachelor Dave 'Keith' Spinx is the third host in this celebrity cook-off.
52. Celebrity Special, Jan Leeming
Aired: 01-11-2012
Rounding off the week of celebrity dining is the five-times-married former newsreader Jan Leeming.
Season 29 (January 2013 - January 2014)
1. All in One: North Kent Coast
Aired: 22-02-2013
Life coach Ross Duttson kicks off the week hoping to impress with his minimum effort food. Second up is doll-maker and folk singer Elizabeth Lee, who promises a night 'with a touch of the obscure', in which she reveals her multiple personalities and debuts her latest character - tarot card reader 'Lady Christophene'. Nursery teacher Claire Baker hosts a night of glitz and glam. The final host is John Russell, who, having quizzed the other guests on their cooking and ingredients all week, has a lot to live up to if he's to bag the prize.
2. All in One: Chesterfield
Aired: 01-03-2013
The four hosts are teaching assistant Clare Gaunt, salon owner Carly McGregor, long distance lorry driver Robinson Reid, who swears that burgers and chips are not the only food in his culinary repertoire, and caravan enthusiast Richard Hollingsworth, who just wants a calm, enjoyable night. Sadly, things get rather out of control at Richard's dinner party, and he is forced to take drastic action and ask one of the guests to leave.
3. All in One: Chippenham
Aired: 08-03-2013
In Chippenham, the first to host is part-time practical joker and full-time RAF engineer, Corporal Keith McEvoy. Even though Keith likes a prank or two, he finally meets his match in second contestant, gym owner Mark Lamputt, who has a few practical jokes of his own to unleash on his unsuspecting host. Meanwhile single-and-ready-to-mingle florist Fleur van Heijningen is on the prowl for a man and is hoping for a winning night as well as some romance. And someone who's never had a problem on the dating front is final competitor Finnish musician Terhi Ikonen who reveals some unconventional information about her love life. But that's not the only shock she has planned; the unsuspecting guests are subjected to a musical performance that leaves some guests unmoved.
4. All in One: Kings Lynn
Aired: 22-03-2013
Body builder Daniel Coleman takes on London snob Maggie Flowerdew, Norfolk local Richard Moore and outspoken Amber Woolmington. The week includes some catastrophically bad food, rising tensions and wind-ups and bust-ups a plenty.
5. All in One: Middlesbrough
Aired: 29-03-2013
Beautician Fay Khatri serves up an East African menu to start the week. Also taking part are Peter Watkins, who refers to himself as the 'Simon Cowell of the culinary world' and is not shy of speaking his mind. Then there's Kelsey Brown, who tries to encourage her guests to perfect their catwalk pouts. And party boy Dan Senior, who also likes to call himself the 'Bantersaurus Rex'.
6. All in One: Worcester
Aired: 20-09-2013
Barber Terri Malone starts the week with a rock-themed menu. But will she be living on a prayer or on a highway to hell? Cocky company director Sean Tate serves an impressive but easy menu. Ex-dancer Josie Watson throws a glam night. And, last to host, Lee Clarke's charm offensive leaves Terri unimpressed.
7. All in One: Kensington And Chelsea
Aired: 07-04-2013
The competitors in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea are posh estate agent Nick Le Ny-Clarke, outspoken Nana Eshun, eccentric Robbie Humphries and air hostess Louise Childs.
8. All in One: Turnbridge Wells
Aired: 03-05-2013
Yummy mummy Sharon Pickles starts the week by going back in time with a 70s-inspired menu. Local 'celeb' Adam Sankey puts his reputation on the line with his seafood. Artist Nadia Carney goes all out for presentation on her Moroccan evening. And estate agent Bill Le Grys takes on three demanding courses when it's his turn to host.
9. All in One Burnley
Aired: 10-05-2013
The uber-competitive Jane Dickinson takes on 'in-it-to-win-it' Mark Dempsey, wedding DJ Kev Riley and cable TV presenter Sally Jaxx, in a week of competitive dining featuring a bout of exuberant self-praise, a chicken newbie and a welcoming dog in a stripy jumper.
10. All in One: Banbury
Aired: 17-05-2013
Competing for the cash prize are debt advisor Tom Franklin, posh landscape architect Richard Hodgetts, housing officer Emma Daisley and recruitment manager Sarah Dix, who is single and on the lookout for Mr Right - meaning the week features quite a bit of flirtatious fun. But when Richard asks if Tom's pea and mint soup is minty enough, he finds himself branded 'Pickie Dickie'. Nevertheless, everyone gives Emma's black pudding fritters the thumbs up.
11. All in One: Surrey
Aired: 24-05-2013
American interior designer Carol Chalmers impresses her guests with her food and her presentation, and her night is made all the more memorable by doctor Anna Brocklebank, whose eccentric personality has the group in stitches of laughter. Competitive nail technician Michelle Catacos pulls out all the stops as she tries to better Carol's night with a Greek banquet. But a second consecutive night of good food leaves businessman Robin Lewis, the only man in the group, feeling the pressure. He tries to deflect attention from Michelle's night by asking the group what he needs to do to impress them, which doesn't go down well with Michelle, who refuses to give him any tips. On Robin's evening, Michelle questions every dish of his menu, with interesting results. Bon viveur Anna rounds off the week, regaling her guests with stories of the 'Death Room' upstairs and her links with the aristocracy.
12. All in One: Cumbria
Aired: 31-05-2013
13. All in One: Leeds
Aired: 02-09-2013
Come Dine With Me comes to Leeds, where research fellow Jamie Stark, MP's wife Susan Shelbrooke, student of philosophy Kara Colgrave and supply chain analyst Jemma Pendlebury battle it out for £1000. First host Jamie sets out to impress his guests with his warm and hearty supper, but the highbrow chat about metaphysics and molecular cooking hardly excite a rather bored Jemma. Day two arrives and Susan is planning to reveal her marriage to a Conservative MP, but is worried how the others might react. Day three sees Kara produce a meal inspired by molecular cooking - could it be an experiment too far? After struggling to engage with the others all week, it falls on to Jemma to show the others how it's done with a British-inspired menu.
14. All in One: Taunton, Somerset
Aired: 10-09-2013
Three country lovers, Dave Hallam, Kaaren Kitching and Louise Naum, take on Essex boy Matt Potter in Taunton, Somerset. The week starts with Dave Hallam, who shocks his guests by donning a leotard before serving African-themed dishes. Air-hostess Kaaren Kitching is keen to extol the virtues of good honest country cuisine on night two, but her hosting leaves a lot to be desired. Louise Naum is determined that her Czech-inspired food will up the culinary ante, but she also has her work cut out trying to loosen up the rather straightlaced Kaaren.
15. All in One: North Norfolk
Aired: 05-09-2013
This week the culinary competition comes from the north Norfolk coast, where two men with very high standards are confronted with two women who take a more casual approach to hygiene. Overshadowing every night is the discovery of hairs in the food, beginning with publishing manager James Holder's. Country sports enthusiast James hopes his freshly shot game will be a hit, but Labour party activist Denise Burke doesn't know what to make of it all, especially when the host produces a gun. Completing the line-up are undertaker Helen Wickes and picture framer Dave Parks.
16. All in One: Stamford
Aired: 04-09-2013
Come Dine with Me begins in Stamford, Lincolnshire, where the first host is retired aerobics instructor Sue Quinn. Arriving at her door is snobby publican Michael Birt, florist Sophie Cullumbine and foodie Adam Baxter. Sue kicks off the week with a riotous night that sees her immediately clicking with Sophie. Adam thinks he knows why, observing that the pair are the young and old version of effectively the same person - and what's more, he and Michael can't get a word in edgeways. Michael attempts to bring a touch of class to proceedings on his night, with upmarket food and conversation. Sophie, however, has other ideas and is equally as outrageous as on the first night; even Sue despairs of her. When it's Sophie's turn, she realises she needs to reign herself in and be the hostess with the mostess. The boys warm to her over the course of the evening, but after offering up a surprising and unique squirrel dish, the food misfires spectacularly.
17. All in One: Staffordshire
Aired: 06-09-2013
Come Dine with Me comes to Staffordshire, where professional opera singer Charlotte Pearson kicks off the week. Project manager Carl Longson is immediately on the wind-up as his chauvinistic tendencies leave the group flabbergasted, especially fabric artist Ingrid Wagner. On the second evening, Ingrid's flamboyant style is matched by her 'food of the world' menu; alas, it's dust that leaves an unwanted and lasting impression on guests. Super confident Richard Turnbull is out to impress, but come his night, the car salesman has his work cut out with an over-ambitious menu. That said, Richard's food is somewhat overshadowed by Carl's behaviour as he goes a step too far with Charlotte; she takes umbrage at his views on the former Miss Stafford's modelling days. After a week of pushing people's buttons, it's Carl himself who feels he might have scuppered his chances.
18. All in One: North Hertfordshire
Aired: 11-09-2013
In a week featuring plenty of sauce, a charm offensive and quite a lot of boasting, flirty mum-of-two Jenny Thorn cooks off against gentleman farmer Matt Titmuss, community artist Gordana Bjelic-Rados and Latin lothario Marco Panico.
19. All in One: Hackney, London
Aired: 09-09-2013
Jazz, fashion, lobster and Thai food all feature in the London borough of Hackney as teacher Jason Riley, fashion designer Purple Qie Qin, actor Leon Herbert and sales director Jody Pawson compete to be the best host. Straight-talking language teacher Jason Riley starts the week followed by fashion designer Purple Qie Qinay on day two hoping her authentic Chinese cuisine will wow her guests. Actor Leon Herbert is the third host and banks on his expensive lobster dish and a jazz band for entertainment to put a smile on everyone's face. Sales director Jody Pawson is last to host and worries that his traditional Thai starter smells of urine.
20. All in One: Guernsey
Aired: 03-09-2013
Come Dine with Me sets sail for Guernsey. Island FM radio boss, Mike Huston, kick-starts the week with an evening of 'spice and taste'. Used to being the man in charge, he's less than impressed when his evening is hijacked by 20-year-old entrepreneur, Ben Inder, who thinks he's the best thing since sliced bread. On the second night, fashion designer Kay Davidson dons the oven gloves and tries to impress with a fine dining menu and a sophisticated wine tasting game. Once again, Ben upsets his fellow diners, particularly feisty foodie Gemma Sparkes, when he tries to play wine connoisseur. She soon takes him to task over his arrogant attitude. On Ben's night, guests can't wait to see if he can actually 'walk the walk' and are eager to find flaws. Mike pounces on this opportunity to show Ben who's boss. Taking the spotlight on the final night is wannabe chef Gemma.
21. All in One: West Yorkshire
Aired: 12-09-2013
In West Yorkshire, retired business woman Jan Lymer finds that pleasing her guests isn't easy, especially wind turbine salesman Marc Stanton. Marc is staunchly meat-eating and is very keen to make this abundantly clear to former vegan and mother-of-five Gemma Rawnsley. Finally, ex-rugby league player Paul Rodney just wants to win... at any cost.
22. All in One: Wales
Aired: 13-09-2013
In north west Wales, two very traditional Welsh competitors face off against two people who prefer their food a little bit more exotic. Welsh sheep farmer Gareth Jones finds himself haunted by the presence of chillis on the first night, making the job of host for car rental manager Dale Gough a challenge and a half. Nature reserve worker Roxanne Mcfadden, who considers herself to be Welsh, Mexican, English and American all at once, has high hopes for her international menu.
23. All in One: Salford
Aired: 24-09-2013
24. All in One: Comedy Mash-Up
Aired: 04-01-2013
Dinner is served with plenty of giggles as a bunch of mischievous comedians take on the dinner party challenge with Angelos Epithemiou, Olivia Lee, Pete Firman and Stan Boardman.
25. Grand National Special (Part One)
Aired: 04-04-2013
In a two-part Come Dine with Me special for Grand National week, four well-known faces from the world of horse racing go flat out to win a £1000 for charity. First to host is professional jump jockey and Hennessy Gold Cup winner Mattie Batchelor, who's out to prove that jockeys don't just eat lettuce. Night two sees racehorse owner and former Wall Street banker Sally Rowley-Williams host an evening in tribute to past National winners. Joining them for a week of dinner parties are professional footballer turned racehorse trainer Mick Quinn and Channel 4 Racing presenter Emma Spencer.
26. Grand National Special (Part Two)
Aired: 05-04-2013
The second part of the Grand National special features two more dinner parties hosted by well-known faces from the world of horse racing. The first is put on by professional footballer turned race horse trainer Mick Quinn, whose evening is a celebration of Liverpool, including Scouse stew. The final dinner is hosted by Channel 4 Racing presenter Emma Spencer.
28. All in One: West Lancashire Coast
Aired: 16-09-2013
29. All in One: Southampton
Aired: 18-09-2013
Manisha Bollina starts the week with a night of authentic Indian cuisine. But food aficionado Gary Thomasson reckons he can get a better curry from his local takeaway. Sales woman Michelle Evans tries to bring a flavour of Miami's South Beach to the south coast, while golf professional Ben Stimson hopes a simple menu done well will see him through. Last up is Gary, who is convinced his sophisticated menu is head and shoulders above the rest.
30. All in One: High Wycombe
Aired: 19-09-2013
31. All in One: Loughborough
Aired: 23-09-2013
32. All in One: East Dorset
Aired: 25-09-2013
33. All in One: Mid Cornwall
Aired: 17-09-2013
Glamorous 38-year-old secretary Kate Nicholson battles it out with ultra-competitive businessman Nigel Pickin, self-confessed snob Jane Killips and translator Kat Buxton. The week of competitive dining features some flirting, mind games, a war between the women, some tears over a pair of Lycra pants, a rubber dress and some Moroccan food.
34. All in One: Essex
Aired: 26-09-2013
The four amateur cooks are senior manager Jayne Stonely, nursery worker Amanda Stevens, millionaire Nigel Smith and bakery manager Russell Murphy. Their week of competitive dining features an esoteric menu, some flashy cars and outspoken rants, and a rather daring dance performance.
35. All in One: Ealing, London
Aired: 27-09-2013
36. All in One: South Oxfordshire
Aired: 06-01-2014
First to host is ex-holiday rep and social worker Karina Stratford, who makes all her dishes look like sweet treats in honour of her hero Willy Wonka. But not all Karina's guests are sure about meat cupcakes and chocolate chicken. Recruitment consultant and part time DJ Gary Boys is the loud one at the table this week and asks a lot of very personal questions, particularly of accountant Kam Parker. Completing the quartet is 19-year-old law student Connor Jones, who hopes to prove to the 'adults' that he can really cook. As well as four very different menus, there's a chilli eating competition, a man in a sari and a joke-off added to the mix.
37. All in One: Northumberland(30 min)
Aired: 07-01-2014
The hosts are hotel inspector Wendy Fail, potty-mouthed Jo Slade, mummy's boy Richie Lawson and deer hunter Alistair Jackson. Kicking off the week is Wendy, who is confident that her Northumbrian menu will wow her guests. But Jo isn't at all impressed and doesn't pull any punches, describing Wendy's starter as tasting like snot. On the second night, Jo sends shockwaves across the dining room with her lewd behaviour. Through the week, Wendy unleashes a barrage of criticisms and Jo just keeps getting ruder. There's general mayhem in a hot tub, and Alistair even brings a deer to the table.
38. All in One: Suffolk
Aired: 08-01-2014
First host is rock drummer Simon Cooper, who hopes to impress with his hearty menu but serves up rock hard pastry and an even harder dessert. Also taking part is no-nonsense Sarah Jones, Nicola, serving seafood and Suffolk pork, and barrister Simon Spence.
39. All in One: Bristol
Aired: 09-01-2014
First host is glamorous Gilly Johnson, who's on a mission to make her food look just as good as she does. American girl Lyndsey Jennings thinks all British food is boring, 21-year-old film student Daniel Johnson proves that age does matter with a disastrous peach-themed dinner, and ex-stockbroker Chris Bradley is big, loud and brash.
40. All in One: Worcestershire
Aired: 10-01-2014
This brand new episode comes from Worcestershire and features 25-year-old mother hen Alice Morgan, lecturer and geeky goth Drew Kenaz, Brazilian party girl Jeanne Lucie Moraes de Carvalho-Kelly, and salesman Jeremy Porteous. The menu includes a huge pork loin main, a strawberries and cream starter and bacon and egg for pudding, and stew served in teacups!
41. Celebrity All in One
Aired: 27-12-2013
Heartthrob Hugo Taylor from Made in Chelsea takes on Daniella Westbrook, Louie Spence and Sinitta, in a bout of culinary jousting featuring some ridiculous outfits, extraordinary egos and some raw chicken. While dance sensation Louie Spence and 80s pop diva Sinitta vie for Hugo's affections, actress Daniella Westbrook throws a panto party and Sinitta serves some not massively festive food that may actually be inedible.
Season 30 (March 2013 - October 2014)
1. Southend, Julie-Ann Rayner
Aired: 04-03-2013
Dog-mad executive PA Julie-Ann Rayner is a dinner party veteran and has high hopes that her 'Taste of the Sea' menu - with two fish courses - will have her guests hooked, assuming that they all like fish, that is. The strangers she has to impress with her surf-themed evening are 31-year-old science teacher and proud geek Damian Loneragan, 37-year-old international DJ Scott Langley, 20-year-old barmaid and self-confessed airhead Steph Barrett and 60-year-old glamorous granny Carol Dolman. And if her fishy feast doesn't go down a treat, Julie-Ann has some musical mayhem up her sleeve.
2. Southend, Carol Dolman
Aired: 05-03-2013
Everyone hit it off and had a whale of a time at Julie-Ann's dinner party, but glamorous grandmother Carol Dolman was the big surprise: she was dressed in hotpants and a tight top and the first one up dancing, so everyone was shocked to hear that she's 60. Now it's Carol's turn to host. She's pretty confident in the kitchen, and her menu includes scallops and roast lamb. Her dress code is 'Dress to Impress,' and everyone's making a special effort, with dicky bows and ball gowns aplenty. Carol's entertainment includes tango lessons, with some flirty results, and she's got a few secrets to reveal to her guests, so it promises to be a pretty racy night...
3. Southend, Damian Loneragan
Aired: 06-03-2013
Science teacher and self-confessed geek Damian Loneragan has two chilli-based dishes on his menu. Damian goes all out to cater for each guest's individual taste, but Scott thinks the main course is the worst thing he's ever eaten.
4. Southend, Steph Barrett
Aired: 07-03-2013
It's barmaid and self-confessed airhead Steph Barrett's turn to host. Her day gets off to a disastrous start as she attempts to make pastry for the first time, so it's Nan to the rescue with some ready-made pastry. Everyone goes all out with their costumes for her 1940s fancy dress code, including Carol as a US naval officer complete with short skirt and white high heels. The guests are bowled over by the authenticity of Steph 1940s-styled home, but the biggest surprise of the evening is the quality of the food, which goes down a treat despite the day's shenanigans in the kitchen. For entertainment Steph lays on some 1940s dancing, which goes down even better than the food. The evening is brought to a close when Damian asks if Steph's ditziness is for real, and gets an answer that leaves nobody in any doubt.
5. Southend, Scott Langley
Aired: 08-03-2013
International DJ and Jack-the-lad Scott Langley has taken a massive gamble and decided to serve fried pigeon for his main course. His dress code is 'outrageous,' and the guests go to town with their outfits. And he's planned something pretty special for his entertainment, which he's pretty sure is going to blow his guests away...
6. Inverness, Gillian Sutherland
Aired: 10-06-2013
First to host is proud Scot and National Heritage worker Gillian Sutherland. Gillian's dinner party is a true Scottish affair and she's hoping her Touch of Tartan theme, with traditional Scottish menu, top quality local produce and bagpipes galore, will win over 35-year-old emergency call handler Melissa Kirby, 58-year-old property tycoon David Edes, 24-year-old hair stylist and party girl Zarina Ainslie, and 24-year-old personal fitness trainer Jamie Tulloch.
7. Inverness, Melissa Kirby
Aired: 11-06-2013
It's the turn of Melissa Kirby, in Inverness, who has not only taken cooking lessons from one of the best local chefs, but has also got him to make her gravy and crumble.
8. Inverness, David Edes
Aired: 12-06-2013
In Inverness, property tycoon David Edes hosts a nautical evening. David is a teetotaller and plans a menu of 'basic but wholesome food' - making his guests wary. A night of suspicion and hilarity ensues.
9. Inverness, Zarina Ainslie
Aired: 13-06-2013
Rock 'n' roll hairdresser Zarina Ainslie is the latest to host in Inverness. The tattooed party girl claims to be an amazing cook. Could she be the dark horse of the competition?
10. Inverness, Jamie Tulloch
Aired: 14-06-2013
It's the final night in Inverness and ex-professional footballer Jamie Tulloch has gone to town making sure his ingredients are all as fresh and local as possible.
11. Lincolnshire, Amanda Sherratt
Aired: 01-07-2013
First to host is university lecturer Amanda Sherratt, who is taking a risk with a full Japanese themed evening, including a raw fish starter and sumo wrestling for entertainment. Her guests are beetroot farmer Chris Moore, flamboyant theatre student Jack Stone, retail manager Ali Roberts and 20-year-old Geordie and fitness enthusiast Alex Coxon.
12. Lincolnshire, Ali Roberts
Aired: 02-07-2013
It's the turn of retail manager Ali Roberts, who is confident that her night of gourmet cuisine and elegant fine dining will win her the prize. As the evening unfolds, Geordie lass Alex shocks the diners with the tales of her outrageous exploits. Will Alex put Ali in the shade?
13. Lincolnshire, Chris Moore
Aired: 03-07-2013
Farmer Chris Moore plans to win over his guests with his beetroot themed dinner party, managing to inject beetroot into every part of the night and surprising his guests with his unusual twists on conventional meals.
14. Lincolnshire, Jack Stone
Aired: 04-07-2013
Jack Stone plans to win over his guests with his 'creative' evening, the theme including the guests making their own food. The night starts with a shocking outfit from Alex, which certainly catches beetroot farmer Chris Moore's attention. Meanwhile, Jack's food gets some mixed reviews and the DIY pizzas don't quite go to plan.
15. Lincolnshire, Alex Coxon
Aired: 05-07-2013
The week of competitive dining concludes with proud Geordie Alex Coxon taking a turn as host. Alex's menu includes dishes called 'wey-aye-man!', 'a taste of toon' and 'a canny little dessert like'. But some chaos in the kitchen plus a dark secret revealed may hinder Alex's chance of victory.
16. Lichfield, James Herbert
Aired: 03-06-2013
First to host is business consultant James Herbert, who has high hopes for his complex Italian menu. He also has some fun photo frolics planned. His guests are 22-year-old football coach Tim Travers, 30-year-old sales assistant and all-round party boy JP Goodyear-Martinez, 38-year-old businesswoman Amanda Smith, and straight-talking retired mental health nurse Ronnie Imlah.
17. Lichfield, Ronnie Imlah
Aired: 04-06-2013
Ronnie Imlah hosts, with a menu inspired by dishes she's eaten at friends' parties. But a revelation about her past leaves the guests in shock.
18. Lichfield, JP Goodyear-Martinez
Aired: 05-06-2013
JP Goodyear-Martinez is the latest to host in Lichfield, treating his guests to a mix of Jamaican food, tight lycra outfits and a drag queen.
19. Lichfield, Tim Travers
Aired: 06-06-2013
It's the turn of football coach Tim Travers to host, and Tim is determined to prove his worth in the kitchen, with his mum on the other end of the phone to help him out with his American-themed menu.
20. Lichfield, Amanda Smith
Aired: 07-06-2013
It's the final night, and there are high hopes for Amanda's evening. But an accident at the table has the guests in hysterics, with straight-talking Ronnie describing it as her 'worst nightmare'.
21. Harrogate, Jane Steele
Aired: 30-09-2013
Fifty-two-year old fun farm-girl Jane Steele is the first to host. She plans a meal featuring twists on classic dishes and some fancy wine to wash it down. Her guests are 27-year-old horse enthusiast Cassy Bell, 47-year-old photographer Simon Meyer, 33-year-old country gent Alasdair Moore, and 41-year-old adventurous punk and cupcake seller Cathy McConaghy.
22. Harrogate, Cassy Bell
Aired: 01-10-2013
Horse enthusiast Cassy Bell hopes her jockey-themed evening will put her in the running to win the £1000, confident that her gastro-pub food is just the ticket - just so long as her trusty chicken timer doesn't let her down.
23. Harrogate, Cathy McConaghy
Aired: 02-10-2013
Veteran punk turned cupcake seller Cathy McConaghy has decided to go back to her Irish roots on Day 3 in Harrogate, with a menu including homemade soda bread, cockle soup, oysters, roast lamb and stout-infused sticky toffee pudding. But the oyster starters and cockle soup are not to everyone's liking.
24. Harrogate, Simon Meyer
Aired: 03-10-2013
Photographer and all round cool cat Simon Meyer takes a laid-back approach to hosting in Harrogate. Simon's chicken soup starter goes down almost too well as his guests' kind comments leave an emotional Simon struggling to hold it together.
25. Harrogate, Alasdair Moore
Aired: 04-10-2013
The final night from in and around Harrogate finds local toff Alasdair Moore looking to impress his guests with smart wines and 'proper' dinner party food. But an early slip-up sees Alasdair's confidence fall away. His monkfish is well received, but his guests are unimpressed with the portion sizes. And a rather risky parlour game doesn't endear him to farm lady Jane Steele.
26. Winchester, Ptol Slattery
Aired: 27-05-2013
Livewire Ptol Slattery is first to host in Winchester and is convinced his high quality food and fine wine make victory inevitable. Sadly Ptol's menu leaves his guests underwhelmed. Ptol's guests are Peruvian-born waitress Patrician Pearson, quirky DJ Francis Leigh, party girl and care-home worker Georgia Groves, and competitive estate agent William Tilsley.
27. Winchester, Francis Leigh
Aired: 28-05-2013
It's the turn of DJ Francis Leigh to try and dazzle his guests. Francis plans a Thai meal with a twist, including sunburnt chicken curry and a dessert simply called 'sticky', and some weird and wonderful entertainment including dead flowers on the table, a song about spring rolls and a main served in tutu and fur coat.
28. Winchester, Patricia Pearson
Aired: 29-05-2013
It's the turn of waitress Patricia Pearson to see if she can win over her guests with her Peruvian food and Latin-themed dinner party. Patricia serenades her guests with the Peruvian national anthem and treats them to a traditional dance that involves a candle and a donkey jaw.
29. Winchester, Georgia Groves
Aired: 30-05-2013
Care-home worker Georgia Groves plans a black tie affair for her evening in Winchester, with red carpet, posh frocks... and a spray-tan booth. Everyone seems to be in high spirits until Patricia tells Ptol what she thinks of him and his wine antics.
30. Winchester, William Tilsley
Aired: 31-05-2013
William Tilsley plans a vegetarian menu and a blind food-tasting game for the last night in Winchester. Later on, Patricia does an impression of Ptol and spits her wine all over another guest.
31. North Kent, Yvette Tamara
Aired: 15-07-2013
First to host is clairvoyant and medium Yvette Tamara. The night gets off to a spooky start when data analyst John Tower and working mum Yemi Christopher-Soares discover a ghost busting machine. But while salesman Jono Simm fails to see the point in ghost busting, jeweller Lisa Townend is so impressed with Yvette's psychic abilities she wants to come back for a reading.
32. North Kent, John Tower
Aired: 16-07-2013
Data analyst John Tower is latest to host in North Kent. What will his guests make of John's Filipino fatty pork stew and psychedelic dessert?
33. North Kent, Yemi Christopher-Soares
Aired: 17-07-2013
Project manager Yemi Christopher-Soares hopes her guests will lap up her Nigerian-inspired menu and share her fondness for spice.
34. North Kent, Jono Simm
Aired: 18-07-2013
Jono Simm is convinced his wholesome and hearty menu is a winner. Sadly, two of his guests aren't convinced by the cooking.
35. North Kent, Lisa Townsend
Aired: 19-07-2013
It's the turn of cheeky, party-loving Lisa Townend, with her menu full of mysterious French fancies - including coq surprise. Her innovative entertainment is human roulette.
36. Merseyside, Danielle Greenwood
Aired: 08-07-2013
First to host is Danielle Greenwood, who has high hopes for her down-to-earth menu and her warm welcoming style of hosting. Her guests are 36-year-old flashy divorcee Jade Chantelle, 37-year-old professional Michael Bublé impersonator Jamie Somers, 24-year-old self-styled diva and pastoral care manager Steven Booth, and 23-year-old nursery school teacher Anna Senior.
37. Merseyside, Steven Booth
Aired: 09-07-2013
Pastoral care manager Steven Booth is a mega Tina Turner fan and has named each of his courses after one of the diva's songs. The food goes down well, but tensions begin to rise when one of the guests puts her foot in it
38. Merseyside, Jade Chantelle
Aired: 10-07-2013
Glamorous PR lady Jade Chantelle is convinced her guests will be blown away by her night as host, which features a high class menu, lashings of champagne and a game of roulette.
39. Merseyside, Anna Senior
Aired: 11-07-2013
Primary school teacher Anna Senior plans a fairytale evening, featuring a Mad Hatter's soup and a sandwich, a special pork dish cooked three ways, and baked cheesecake. Will Anna's menu prove too childish for grown up palettes? And is the tension between Jamie and Jade about to simmer over?
40. Merseyside, Jamie Somers
Aired: 12-07-2013
As the week in and around Merseyside draws to a close, it's the turn of 36-year-old Michael Bublé impersonator Jamie Somers to host. Can Jamie and Jade put their differences from last night aside?
41. Cardiff, Nicola Steele
Aired: 21-10-2013
First to host in Cardiff is dog mad shop manager Nicola Steele, who serves prawn cocktail and meat-free lasagne.
42. Cardiff, Jerry Lockett
Aired: 22-10-2013
King of the name droppers Jerry Lockett is second to host in Cardiff. Jerry holds his night at his cousin's mansion and serves up dollops of food with a huge side order of celebrity.
43. Cardiff, Rachael Smith
Aired: 23-10-2013
No-nonsense army wife Rachael Smith is third to host in Cardiff. Competitive Rachel fully intends to win the prize, and things might get ugly if she doesn't.
44. Cardiff, Sam Clarke
Aired: 24-10-2013
Flamboyant costume designer Sam Clarke hosts a Mexican themed night for an evening that is full of sizzle and spice. Two of the guests fight, while a game leaves everyone crying.
45. Cardiff, Andrea Grainger
Aired: 25-10-2013
Child-minder Andrea Grainger plans a traditional Welsh menu and a warm welcome. And if this doesn't work she has some fun and games lined up to help her win the prize.
46. Rochdale, Tanya Manock
Aired: 28-10-2013
Fitness instructor Tanya Manock hosts a stylish Mediterranean feast for her guests at the start of a week of competitive dining in Rochdale. But is this glamourpuss host more style than substance? Meanwhile, psychic medium Dean Fox wonders why Tanya has so much lingerie in her bedroom.
47. Rochdale, Rod Tonge
Aired: 29-10-2013
Business coach and passionate foodie Rod Tonge is determined to impress. But he has already offended glamorous fitness instructor Tanya and HR manager Claire Lemon predicts fireworks at the table.
48. Rochdale, Claire Lemon
Aired: 30-10-2013
HR manager Claire Lemon hopes to compensate for 'imperfect cooking skills' with her bubbly personality and superior hosting ability on day three in Rochdale. But tension rises when Tanya barely touches the starter or her main.
49. Rochdale, Dean Fox
Aired: 31-10-2013
Psychic medium Dean Fox plans to put his supernatural skills to good use on night four in Rochdale. His main goes down very well, even with Tanya, only for the pudding to bomb.
50. Rochdale, Sadiya Hussein
Aired: 01-11-2013
It's the last night in Rochdale and the turn of feisty mum Sadiya Hussein to host. Will the tension between Sadiya and Tanya finally explode?
51. Northamptonshire - Jules Osmany
Aired: 04-11-2013
Makeup artist Jules Osmany hopes that her Indian/ Moroccan fusion menu and laid-back attitude to life will win her the prize. Her guests are tomboy Lauren Oxlade, stay-at-home mum Stephanie Reeder, MD Carl Johnson and funeral service manager Peter Pickering.
52. Northamptonshire - Peter Pickering
Aired: 05-11-2013
Funeral service manager Peter Pickering is dead set on hosting a traditional dinner party reminiscent of the 1920s. But his guests don't much like the thought of his bread and butter pudding.
53. Northamptonshire - Stephanie Reeder
Aired: 06-11-2013
Stay-at-home mum Stephanie Reeder's nerves are evident from the outset on her night in Northamptonshire. She's planning to serve classic fish and chips and a glamorous swishing session for fun.
54. Northamptonshire - Lauren Oxlade
Aired: 07-11-2013
Tweny-six-year-old business planning manager Lauren Oxlade is an organised and passionate cook and has a few surprising friends who she's invited along to her party. Could she be the dark horse of the competition?
55. Northamptonshire - Carl Johnson
Aired: 08-11-2013
Managing director and proud Northerner Carl Johnson plans a menu that includes gammon cooked in two litres of cola. Stephanie and Lauren are treated to a glimpse of Carl in all his glory when they see what he has hung above his bed. But what will the guests make of his lumpy chocolate mousse?
56. Exeter, Steve Levy
Aired: 11-11-2013
New Zealander Steve Levy is first to host and has gone to town with his home inspired menu, cooking prawns, fish and two desserts.
57. Exeter, Richard Kaye
Aired: 12-11-2013
Music-mad foodie Richard Kaye is second to host in Exeter and is confident he can impress his guests with his culinary know-how. He especially hopes to dazzle one guest in particular.
58. Exeter, Glen King
Aired: 13-11-2013
Self-assured PR/marketing bod Glen King is confident she will be the 'hostess with the mostest' in Exeter, and has gone all out to impress, even co-ordinating her dishes with her surname.
59. Exeter, Sarah Wallis
Aired: 14-11-2013
n Exeter, Sarah Wallis is ready to explode out of her shell with a hilarious evening including a terrifying greeting and some rather unusual cocktails.
60. Exeter, Estelle Macrow
Aired: 15-11-2013
It's the final night in Exeter and singleton Estelle Macrow is keen to discover whether she has it in her to successfully host a dinner party.
61. Dundee, Bill Black
Aired: 18-11-2013
First to cook in Dundee is alarm company owner Bill Black, who plans a belt-busting menu for his guests: proud Arbroathian Phil Petrie, opinionated English student Hannah Wilson, ferret fancier Alex Pithouse, and 28-year-old Kim Gillespie.
62. Dundee, Alex Pithouse
Aired: 19-11-2013
Architectural technician Alex Pithouse is second to host in Dundee and plans on giving his guests an education in fine dining with a complex menu and some fine wines. Alex also looks forward to introducing his guests to the 'fur babies' - his three pet ferrets.
63. Dundee, Hannah Wilson
Aired: 20-11-2013
Vegetarian cat lover Hannah Wilson is cooking Italian in Dundee and has a cunning plan to win over her carnivore guests - dish up some meat with her starter.
64. Dundee, Phil Petrie
Aired: 21-11-2013
Fourth to cook in Dundee is self-styled food critic Phil Petrie, who has been less than impressed with the standard of food so far. Phil has big plans for his night, but runs out of ingredients, leaving his guests feeling hungry.
65. Dundee, Kim Gillespie
Aired: 22-11-2013
On the final night in Dundee, Kim Gillespie plans a 'Yorkshire-themed' menu featuring dishes from Spain and Thailand, accompanied by a Scottish choir singing American songs!
66. Peterborough, Warren Temple
Aired: 25-11-2013
First to host in Peterborough is salesman and wannabe rapper Warren Temple, who believes his Spanish menu is good enough to win him the prize. Warren's guests are ethical trader Donna Trafford, glamour model Susie Hutson, straight-talking businesswoman Vicki Culverhouse and veterinary nurse Robin Hills.
67. Peterborough, Donna Trafford
Aired: 26-11-2013
Hippy entrepreneur Donna Trafford is second to host in Peterborough and plans a colourful evening of delicious food and relaxed fun.
68. Peterborough, Susie Hutson
Aired: 27-11-2013
On the third night in Peterborough, glamour model and columnist Susie Hutson is out to prove she's not the dizzy blonde some of the guests assume she is. It doesn't take long for ethical trader Donna Trafford and wannabe rapper Warren Temple to make an unexpected discovery that proves there's more to Susie than meets the eye.
69. Peterborough, Vicki Culverhouse
Aired: 28-11-2013
It's the turn of straight-talking business woman Vicki Culverhouse to host in Peterborough. She surprises the group when she unleashes some poetry at the table.
70. Peterborough, Robin Hills
Aired: 29-11-2013
Veterinary nurse Robin Hills is the final host in this new competition in Peterborough and hopes his animal-themed night will be a big hit with his guests, as well as his well-presented cuisine.
71. Yeovil, Emmy Webster
Aired: 02-12-2013
First to host in Yeovil is 28-year-old PR manager Emmy Webster, who hopes to impress her guests with locally sourced produce and a main course of Somerset pork. Emmy's guests are self- proclaimed 'country bumpkin' Mel Dunford, second hand car salesman Andy Neil, radio broadcaster Steve Carpenter, and businessman Alan Bunter.
73. Yeovil, Mel Dunsford
Aired: 04-12-2013
Hosting the third dinner party in Yeovil is diminutive fork-lift driver Mel Dunford. With an exotic menu, Mel hopes to prove her doubters wrong. And if the food doesn't work, there's always her singing...
74. Yeoville, Alan Bunter
Aired: 05-12-2013
Business owner and muscle man Alan Bunter hopes that his enthusiasm for all things Japanese will brush off on his guests and propel him into the lead. But guests Andy and Steve don't feel the Zen spirit...
75. Yeoville, Andy Neil
Aired: 06-12-2013
Last to host in Yeovil is 50-year-old used car dealer Andy Neil, whois supremely confident that his fine dining experience, along with the beautiful surroundings of his 'amazing home', will bag him the £1000 prize.
76. Cheltenham, Oli Delaunoy
Aired: 07-10-2013
First to host in Cheltenham is 46-year-old hotel consultant Oli Delaunoy. Oli plans to wow his guests with his posh scallop starter and meaty main, but it's his loud and vivacious personality he's banking on to help him bag the £1000 prize. The guests he hopes to impress are 36-year-old year events company director Zak Roby, 23-year-old Aussie-born administrator Kim Thomas, 48-year-old house husband Paddy Castledine and 56-year-old glamorous nurse Jan Blomer. With male moisturising and dodgy fake tans flagged up around the table, no-one is backward in coming forward - but will this hilarity be enough to bag the big cash for Oli?
77. Cheltenham, Jan Blomer
Aired: 08-10-2013
Nurse Jan Blomer hopes to impress with her good honest home cooking: chicken with sun dried tomatoes for her main and home-made ice cream for dessert. Last night's host Oli Delaunoy keeps things lively and loud, but stay-at-home dad Paddy Castledine and fitness fanatic Zak Roby go head to head on more than one occasion.
78. Cheltenham, Zak Roby
Aired: 09-10-2013
Super competitive events director and body building fanatic Zak Roby cooks Thai Tien of Crab served with fashionable micro herbs and a duo of duck main.
79. Cheltenham, Kimberley Thomas
Aired: 10-10-2013
Aussie admin assistant Kimberley Thomas aims for a sophisticated evening, and hopes to impress with her meaty starter of pork belly and apple salad and her pie main course.
80. Cheltenham, Patty Castledine
Aired: 11-10-2013
It's the final day of the competition in Cheltenham, and the turn of stay-at-home dad Paddy Castledine to host.
81. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, Andrea Nichols
Aired: 14-10-2013
First to host is marketing manager and proud village dweller Andrea Nichols, who welcomes her guests into her garden that has been decked out with straw and stuffed chickens. Will her mousse made from cottage cheese prove her undoing?
82. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, Penny Peklivanas
Aired: 15-10-2013
Kitchenware saleswoman Penny Peklivanas is confident her majestic house will impress her guests. But her croissant-based main and bragging prove controversial.
83. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, Tim Lawson
Aired: 16-10-2013
Twenty-five-year-old IT analyst and music producer Tim Lawson plans to wow his guests with ingredients brought back from Morocco.
84. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, Nicola O'Donnell
Aired: 17-10-2013
Dance instructor Nicola O'Donnell plans a Caribbean-inspired night. But while her guests are expecting very little from the night, Nicola's determined to prove them wrong.
85. Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire, Andy Harvey
Aired: 18-10-2013
It's the turn of DJ Andy Harvey, who plans to pull out all the stops in his house in Stevenage, with extravagant food and mind-blowing entertainment, including a luminous underwater disco.
86. York, Rachel Speight-McGregor
Aired: 09-12-2013
It's the first day of Christmas in York and host Rachel Speight-McGregor plans to wow her guests with a full-on Christmas night including carol singers on arrival.
87. York, Gyles Morrison
Aired: 10-12-2013
The second Christmas host is laid back junior doctor Gyles Morrison, who serves up a uniquely Caribbean take on a traditional Christmas dinner.
88. York, Nicola Gregory
Aired: 11-12-2013
It's the third day of Christmas in York and vegetarian host Nicola Gregory hopes to convert four carnivores with her completely meat-free festive menu.
89. York, Harry Baines
Aired: 12-12-2013
It's the fourth day of Christmas in York and 23 year-old host Harry Baines wants to prove to his fellow contestants that his youth doesn't mean he can't hold his own in the kitchen.
90. York, Estella Nicholson
Aired: 13-12-2013
It's the fifth and final day of a festive week in York, and pub landlady Estella Nicholson hosts Christmas dinner in her own boozer. But who will win the prize?
91. Come Dine with Me Christmas, Rav Wilding
Aired: 16-12-2013
This festive celebrity special features former Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, TV personality Jennifer Ellison, actor Alex Carter, and Mrs Moneypenny from SuperScrimpers.
92. Come Dine with Me Christmas, Rebecca Adlington
Aired: 17-12-2013
This festive celebrity special features former Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, TV personality Jennifer Ellison, actor Alex Carter, and Mrs Moneypenny from SuperScrimpers.
93. Come Dine with Me Christmas, Jennifer Ellison
Aired: 18-12-2013
This festive celebrity special features former Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, TV personality Jennifer Ellison, actor Alex Carter, and Mrs Moneypenny from SuperScrimpers.
94. Come Dine with Me Christmas, Alex Carter
Aired: 19-12-2013
This festive celebrity special features former Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, TV personality Jennifer Ellison, actor Alex Carter, and Mrs Moneypenny from SuperScrimpers.
95. Come Dine with Me Christmas, Mrs. Moneypenny
Aired: 20-12-2013
This festive celebrity special features former Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding, Olympic swimmer Rebecca Adlington, TV personality Jennifer Ellison, actor Alex Carter, and Mrs Moneypenny from SuperScrimpers.
96. Welsh Valleys, Kerry Bolwell-Williams
Aired: 27-01-2014
Dog lover Kerry Bolwell-Williams keeps the food simple while welcoming her guests with a full Welsh choir in her driveway. But how will Kerry respond when a guest alleges that her home has a definite whiff of dog?
97. Welsh Valleys, Dave Morris
Aired: 28-01-2014
Confident foodie Dave Morris hopes his home-grown herbs, hand-picked fruit and complicated menu will win him the prize.
98. Welsh Valleys, Tasnim Sardar
Aired: 29-01-2014
Shop owner Tasnim Sardar hopes her Pakistani-inspired party will bag her the prize. Financial advisor Gill Leonard likes her curries - and her men - to be hot and spicy, and is left feeling especially satisfied with Tasnim's curried cauliflower.
99. Welsh Valleys, Ryan Woodward
Aired: 30-01-2014
Man about town Ryan Woodward has put a lot of thought into his dinner party and yet each of his courses goes wrong. From a bread blunder to a clam crisis, his cooking goes from bad to worse. But Ryan hopes an Ibizan dance lesson and drinks in the hot tub will turn the evening round.
100. Welsh Valleys, Gill Leonard
Aired: 30-01-2014
It's the final night and the turn of financial advisor Gill Leonard to don the oven gloves. Later, Gill makes a remarkable revelation to her shocked guests.
101. Eastbourne, Kirsty Davenport
Aired: 03-02-2014
First to host is 27-year-old trainee teacher Kirsty Davenport. Will opting to keep her food simple prove a wise move by Kirsty? And will she and the other guests tire of Russell's constant jokes?
102. Eastbourne, Anne-Marie Hamilton
Aired: 04-02-2014
It's Ann-Marie Hamilton's turn to host on Day 2 in Eastbourne, and she plans to reveal her fun side by singing in her garden. Resident joker Russell Turnbull can't help throwing in some funnies, but serious foodie Adam Holt isn't amused.
103. Eastbourne, Becci Moloney
Aired: 05-02-2014
It's Day 3 in Eastbourne and hairdresser Becci Moloney's outdoor bar is a hit with Kirsty and Ann-Marie. But Russell and Adam don't know what to make of Becci's collection of recycled toilets in the garden. Is Becci's hearty grub be up to Adam's dinner party standards?
104. Eastbourne, Adam Holt
Aired: 06-02-2014
Food aficionado Adam Holt takes his turn at hosting on Day 4 in Eastbourne, and expectations are high. But some of his guests are surprised by a menu that doesn't amount to much more than posh bangers and mash. Has Adam set himself up for a fall?
105. Eastbourne, Russell Turnbull
Aired: 07-02-2014
It's time for funny man Russell Turnbull to take his turn as host for the final night in Eastbourne. Russell's played his cards close to his chest all week concerning his culinary skills, and some of his rivals are intrigued to discover he plans a fancy menu.
106. North Devon, Hector Christie
Aired: 10-02-2014
Eco campaigner Hector Christie hopes to wow everyone with a selection of raw food delights and home grown produce. However the guests are more amazed by Tapeley Park, the stately home he lives in.
107. North Devon, Kirsten Brend
Aired: 11-02-2014
Former cabaret queen and make-up artist Kirsten Brend hosts a Danish themed night. Her traditional Danish menu goes down a treat and Kirsten is keen to illustrate her past singing career with a Eurovision showpiece.
108. North Devon, Damion Fearnley
Aired: 12-02-2014
Slate salesman Damion Fearnley aims to impress his guests with a carefully crafted menu of restaurant quality food. Unfortunately, two of his guests seem more intent on taking verbal swipes at each other than bites out of his food.
109. North Devon, Jenny Fox
Aired: 13-02-2014
It's the final night and retired housekeeper Viv Foster feels confident about her posh dinner party, after years of experience serving the rich and famous, and is going all out to impress with a butler, silver service and her favourite tried and tested recipes.
116. Wigan, Geoff Conway
Aired: 24-02-2014
It's Viva Espana in Wigan as the competition kicks off with first host, hospital theatre practitioner Geoff Conway, who is attempting to wow his guests with an epic nine-course tapas feast. Can Geoff be the amigo with the mostest, or has his Spanish feast proved a patatas bravas too much for his guests?
117. Wigan, Natalie Crompton
Aired: 25-02-2014
In Wigan and the second host is 27-year-old hairdressing salon owner Natalie Crompton. Natalie loves a party and she has high hopes for a fun-filled evening, with some very special treats in store for her guests. Natalie is convinced she has what it takes to win the £1000 cash prize but has she got what it takes to cut it in the competition or will she be left high and dry?
118. Wigan, Alan Gregory
Aired: 26-02-2014
Music teacher and funeral singer Alan Gregory attempts the performance of a lifetime with an evening of what he hopes will be great Greek grub. His plans for a cultured soiree are ransacked by straight talking Geoff Conway who, after serving up a storm on the first night, is now intent on causing one. Geoff keeps it a secret that he has a 'manly Wigan food' list that means he can't eat certain foods or he will be considered less of a man by his friends.
119. Wigan, Simon Grimwood
Aired: 27-02-2014
It's the turn of 27-year-old gymnastics teacher Simon Grimwood. Simon's hoping for a celebration, because not only is it his turn to host but it's also his birthday. Simon's hoping his posh menu will be enough to dazzle his guests; however salon owner Natalie Crompton is concerned about some of the food. But it's not only Simon's food that surprises, as the guests uncover Simon's lifelong passion of ferreting.
120. Wigan, Caroline Heaven
Aired: 28-02-2014
Nurse practitioner Caroline Heaven is hoping to end the week with a bang by showing her Wigan guests a 'proper' Lancashire night. However, with his behaviour this week, hospital theatre manager Geoff Conway is skating on thin ice and is on the verge of being kicked out by Caroline if he misbehaves. Will the guests be chuffed t' bits with Caroline's Lancashire do and will it be enough for her to bag her the grand, or will Geoff's behaviour result in an early exit?
121. Woking and Weybridge, Vincenzo Ferlita
Aired: 07-04-2014
Ice cream man Vincenzo Ferlita stays true to his Italian and Sicilian roots, creating a home-made feast for his guests. With a wealth of family recipes at the ready, including a big Sicilian sausage, what could go wrong?
122. Woking and Weybridge, Sarah Maynard
Aired: 08-04-2014
Canadian craft-maker and housewife Sarah Maynard is second to host, and her guests are in for a bit of a surprise as she won't be serving up maple syrup pancakes, but a three course Turkish feast. The group start to get to know each other more, which leads to shock revelations over dinner.
123. Woking and Weybridge, Steve Carvill
Aired: 09-04-2014
Steve Carvill is hoping a night of fine food and fun will score him big points and is taking no prisoners with his menu, making home-made pasta and white chocolate panacotta from scratch.
124. Woking and Weybridge, Sara Gilding
Aired: 10-04-2014
It's the turn of dog-mad gardener Sara Gilding to host, for what will be her first dinner party for over 20 years. Fiery Vincenzo isn't looking forward to the night at all, having been rubbed up the wrong way by Sara all week. And riot policeman Steve Carvill is hoping for some respite from Sara's flirtations. Can Sara exceed her guests' low expectations?
125. Woking and Weybridge, Kelly Cummins
Aired: 11-04-2014
It's the last dinner and the turn of children's entertainer Kelly Cummins to host. After a pleasant evening the night before, the guests are hoping that dog-loving Sara Gilding does not return to her critical ways. But they should be more worried about her flatulence, as Sara lets loose on the final night.
126. Dumfries and Galloway, Charlene Fry-Henderson
Aired: 21-04-2014
Another week of new episodes, from Dumfries and Galloway, is kicked off by dairy farmer's wife and self-confessed Disney princess Charlene Fry-Henderson. Can she win over her guests, local radio DJ Tommy Jardine, horse-mad banker Olive Melville, prison custody officer Tammy Rice and trainee teacher Josh Jones with her locally reared meat and home cooking?
127. Dumfries and Galloway, Olive Melville
Aired: 22-04-2014
It's the turn of carefree, horse-mad banker Olive Melville to show off her culinary skills in the kitchen. Can Olive impress with her risky crab starter? Or will it be a claw too far for local radio DJ and fish hater Tommy Jardine. A conversation about the royals between DJ Josh Jones and prison custody officer Tammy threatens to upset the harmony of the dinner party.
128. Dumfries and Galloway, Tommy Jardine
Aired: 23-04-2014
It's the turn of local radio DJ and funny man Tommy Jardine to try and impress his guests with a Scottish staple, chicken stuffed with haggis. As if his traditional food and bizarre entertainment isn't enough, Tommy tries to impress his guest with a spot of celebrity name dropping. However young dance DJ and trainee teacher Josh Jones trumps him at his own game and shares with the group the time he met Rod Stewart.
129. Dumfries and Galloway, Josh Jones
Aired: 24-04-2014
It's the turn of trainee teacher and club DJ Josh Jones. Experimental cook Josh wants to broaden his fellow diners' palettes by cooking some Indian food, but things don't start off well for prison custody officer Tammy Rice who discovers something hiding in her glass that wasn't on the menu. With lamb passanda and tandoori monkfish on the menu, can Josh win round his guests?
130. Dumfries and Galloway, Tammy Rice
Aired: 25-04-2014
The final night in Dumfries and Galloway, and host Tammy Rice is hoping her traditional Scottish fare and a side order of straight talking, is going to help secure her the top spot. Tammy is trying her best to rustle up a feast, serving chorizo and cous cous stuffed peppers for her starter and incorporating haggis into her chicken-based main course - but with chicken having already been on the menu twice this week - the battle of the stuffed chicken is about to commence.
131. South London, Michelle Camacho
Aired: 12-05-2014
Divorce lawyer Michelle Camacho plans a seventies menu including duck a l'orange, 'psychedelic coleslaw', groovy veg and bloody Mary sorbet. Her guests are Licia Snow, trainee solicitor Raphael Steele, bar manager Matt Wren and Swedish financial adviser Charlotte Sundberg.
132. South London, Matt Wren
Aired: 13-05-2014
Pub manager and artist Matt Wren struggles with disasters in the kitchen. And while Michelle and Licia spat, Raphael Steele finds himself charmed by Charlotte.
133. South London, Licia Snow
Aired: 14-05-2014
Print manager and live wire Licia Snow plans a laid back evening with a few rustic and homely touches. But there's fat chance of this happening, the way she and Michelle bicker.
134. South London, Raphael Steele
Aired: 15-05-2014
It's Raphael Steele first ever dinner party and he plans some ackee, saltfish, curried goat, and steel drums for entertainment.
135. South London, Charlotte Sundberg
Aired: 16-05-2014
Swedish businesswoman Charlotte Sundberg hopes a night of schnapps, Swedish folk song singing and some classic Swedish cuisine will win her the prize on the last night in south London.
136. Vale of Aylesbury, Natalie Dixon
Aired: 28-04-2014
Australian Natalie Dixon plans an Asian fusion menu. Her guests are 74-year-old cabbie John Feore; foodie and food regulation lawyer Greg Pearson; football announcer Mike Botto; and sales manager Bekki Jones.
137. Vale of Aylesbury, John Feore
Aired: 29-04-2014
John Feore treats his guests to a taste of Ireland, cooking a traditional roast with all the trimmings, but has he bitten off more than he can chew with the challenge of timing a roast?
138. Vale of Aylesbury, Bekki Jones
Aired: 30-04-2014
Competitive sales manager Bekki Jones is determined to win with her perfect hosting and delightful dinner. Bekki attempts to keep the mood light with stories of nudity and twin telepathy, but John manages to unintentionally insult Natalie Dixon when he compares her to Miss Piggy.
139. Vale of Aylesbury, Greg Pearson
Aired: 01-05-2014
Greg reckons his foodie knowledge will help him bag the grand. But Bekki's out for revenge after Greg caused a fuss about her lemon tart.
140. Vale of Aylesbury, Mike Botto
Aired: 02-05-2014
Mike Botto hopes his Italian evening will be a winner, including spag bol and a Pavarotti impersonator to sing for his guests.
141. Boston, Annika Taylor
Aired: 13-10-2014
In Boston, Lincolnshire self-confessed hippy Annika plans country fayre and game for her guests - 46-year-old farmer's wife Carolyn, electrical engineer, 46-year-old Adrian, 40-year-old Polish national Sylwia and glamorous mother, 33-year-old Katy.
142. Boston, Katy Spence
Aired: 14-10-2014
Competitions fanatic Katy is convinced her organised approach will help her bag the prize. But what will Katy's guests make of her savoury profiteroles?
143. Boston, Adrian Daubney
Aired: 15-10-2014
Adrian is on the charm offensive with some impressive spicy food. But his final surprise of the evening could be one step too far.
144. Boston, Sylwia Davy
Aired: 16-10-2014
Polish-born carer Sylwia plans some top notch cooking that takes her guests on a tour of all the places she's lived in the world. There's also some strangely European entertainment in the pipeline.
145. Boston, Carolyn Whiley
Aired: 17-10-2014
The fox hunting hard to please Carolyn plans on bringing her nice side to the table after a week spent criticising her fellow contestants. Can she pull off one of the biggest turnarounds in Come Dine with Me history or does she face oblivion?
Season 31 (No air dates)
Season 32 (No air dates)
Season 33 (No air dates)
Season 34 (No air dates)
Season 35 (September 2015)
1. North Surrey: Becky(23 min)
Aired: 21-09-2015
In north Surrey the first host, 39-year-old planning enforcement officer Becky, is joined by Petrina, Rob, Shoba, and Giovanni. Do her crispy croutons and lamb shank stew impress?
Season 36 (No air dates)
Season 37 (No air dates)
Season 38 (No air dates)
Season 39 (No air dates)
1. Episode 1
In this competition from Lytham St Annes and Southport, laughter-loving Ollie serves a menu of family favourites. But when Savannah compares his starter to maggots, it's not looking good.
2. Episode 2
3. Episode 3
4. Episode 4
5. Episode 5
Season 40 (January 2017 - February 2017)
1. Brighton: All in One(46 min)
Aired: 03-01-2017
First up in Brighton, flight attendant Clint hopes his Italian menu and innuendo-laced wit and repartee will land him the prize.
2. Woking and Guildford: All in One(46 min)
Aired: 04-01-2017
Kicking off this episode from Woking and Guildford is professional cake decorator Mignonne, with a 1950s themed evening, but will her food leave her guests singing the blues?
3. Essex: All in One(46 min)
Aired: 05-01-2017
Confident clothes shop owner Sacha, perfectionist Farazana, outspoken disability awareness officer Gary and cat-loving Kelly battle it out in Essex.
4. Central Scotland: All in One(46 min)
Aired: 06-01-2017
In central Scotland, Jennifer hopes her night of hearty home cookery will impress. Linsay finishes the week with a trip to 'retroville', but can she keep her bodily functions to herself?
5. Essex: All in One (2)(46 min)
Aired: 03-02-2017
Kicking off the week from south east Essex is 29-year-old pub landlady Kyla. In a week of intercontinental culinary creations, Welsh rarebit, and a shop-bought meal, who will win the £1000?
7. Sussex/Surrey: All in One(46 min)
Aired: 30-01-2017
Kicking off the competition in the Sussex/Surrey borders in style is Mayor of Haslemere, Sahran who lavishes an exotic East-meets-West menu on his guests Ralph, Kim, and Lindsey
31. Fife: Nicky(23 min)
Aired: 06-02-2017
First up in Fife is the only non-Scottish native this episode, 41-year-old beauty therapist Nicky, who hopes to impress with some Scottish inspired grub
35. All in One: East Sussex(46 min)
Aired: 13-02-2017
The award-winning series continues in East Sussex, with tears at the table, squeals of delight, and a gravity-defying dessert. But will Kora, Stephen, Maria or Jonny bag the grand?
Season 41 (September 2017)
1. All in One: Southampton and Portsmouth(46 min)
Aired: 11-09-2017
Lucy creates Greek-inspired dishes, Phil's meal has meat and bones, Elena doesn't have the best start with her canapés, and Tony serves up a Syrian feast.
Season 42 (November 2017)
1. Devon: Tina(23 min)
Aired: 20-11-2017
First host in Devon is 51-year-old community nurse Tina, whose menu incorporates all of her best-loved dishes: a seaside-inspired starter, a Thai main and an old favourite to finish
2. Devon: Rob(23 min)
Aired: 21-11-2017
It's the second day of this week's competition in Devon, and Essex geezer Rob is pinning his hopes on an Italian themed menu - and some artful entertainment - to land him the grand
3. Devon: Rhys(23 min)
Aired: 22-11-2017
Third host from Devon, 43-year-old pilot, Rhys, is hoping to take the competition to new heights. But will his guests think his locally sourced menu is first class or economy?
4. Devon: Holly(23 min)
Aired: 27-11-2017
It's day four from Devon, and flexing her culinary credentials is 28-year-old HR manager Holly, with a menu inspired by her restaurant favourites
5. Devon: Steve(23 min)
Aired: 28-11-2017
It's the final night in Devon, and detective Steve is counting on a menu of bold flavours to win him the prize, in an evening full of fun, friction, feuding and some experimental food.
Season 43 (January 2018 - June 2018)
1. 1
Aired: 02-01-2018
2. 2
Aired: 03-01-2018
3. 3
Aired: 04-01-2018
4. 4
Aired: 05-01-2018
5. 5
Aired: 11-06-2018
6. 6
Aired: 12-06-2018
7. 7
Aired: 13-06-2018
8. 8
Aired: 14-06-2018
9. 9
Aired: 15-06-2018
Season 44 (March 2019)
1. Essex: Natalie(23 min)
Aired: 11-03-2019
Can Natalie's tried and tested dishes and a decent dose of banter wow businesswoman Alison, excitable dentist Amarinder, child talent agency owner Donia and fish salesman Dean?
Season 45 (March 2020)
1. Edinburgh: Eloho(23 min)
Aired: 09-03-2020
Christian radio DJ and gospel singer Eloho hosts a music-filled evening with traditional Nigerian fare, on the first night in Edinburgh.
2. Edinburgh: Night 2(23 min)
Aired: 10-03-2020
3. Edinburgh: Night 3(23 min)
Aired: 11-03-2020
4. Edinburgh: Night 4(23 min)
Aired: 12-03-2020
5. Edinburgh: Night 5(23 min)
Aired: 13-03-2020
Season 46 (August 2021)
1. Basingstoke: Nicole(23 min)
Aired: 02-08-2021
First host, marketing manager and maths enthusiast Nicole, hopes to wow her guests with a culinary journey, from Lebanon to the Caribbean, and a disco for good measure.
2. Basingstoke: Adam(23 min)
Aired: 03-08-2021
Cheeky business owner Adam brings fun to the fiesta with a menu of authentic Mexican cuisine, inspired by his one-week holiday to Cancún, and a water pistol gun fight.
3. Episode 3(23 min)
Aired: 04-08-2021
4. Episode 4(23 min)
Aired: 05-08-2021
5. Episode 5(23 min)
Aired: 06-08-2021
6. Sussex: Rod(23 min)
Aired: 09-08-2021
Part-time comedian Rod hopes to impress his guests with his extensive dinner party experience. But will some bovine booing and enthusiastic plate licking ruin his chances?
Season 47 (November 2021)
1. Bristol: Ellie(23 min)
Aired: 01-11-2021
In an entirely vegan week, solicitor Ellie hosts first, with an adventurous plant-based menu. But will fake raw eggs and nettle soup put a sting in her night?
2. Bristol: George(23 min)
Aired: 02-11-2021
Musician George treats his guests to an evening of fun-filled festivities, but will his festival vibes and culinary creations make it a night to remember?
3. Bristol: Carla(23 min)
Aired: 03-11-2021
Beauty sales manager Carla serves her fellow hardcore herbivores a vegan foraging feast. But will a few unexpected guests sabotage Carla's sophisticated evening?
4. Bristol: Shumin(23 min)
Aired: 04-11-2021
Banking assistant Shumin serves up an authentic vegan Bangladeshi banquet with a splash of Bollywood. But how will one of the world's hottest chillies go down?
5. Bristol: Chris(23 min)
Aired: 05-11-2021
Meat alternative research consultant Chris hosts the final night, which promises to be full of surprises. Will his meat-free meals delight his guests and win him the grand?
6. West Midlands: Kuda(23 min)
Aired: 08-11-2021
The first host, entrepreneur and social media star Kuda, takes his guests on a culinary adventure, with a Zimbabwean and world-influenced African à la carte menu
7. West Midlands: Rich(23 min)
Aired: 09-11-2021
The second host, construction recruitment consultant Rich, hopes to impress his guests with his Italian-themed night and food 'like mama used to make'
8. West Midlands: Amy(23 min)
Aired: 10-11-2021
Pharmacy technician Amy serves up an Asian extravaganza, on a night featuring a missing guest, some dodgy dancing and bum banter
9. West Midlands: Sophie(23 min)
Aired: 11-11-2021
Make-up artist and self-professed 'glam goth' Sophie hosts, but can she stomach some very frank feedback about her food, or will she throw in the towel?
10. West Midlands: Phil(23 min)
Aired: 12-11-2021
On the final night, club owner Phil treats his guests to a glitzy 'awards show'. Will his cooking skills, name-dropping and lip-sync battle impress them?
Season 48 (November 2022)
1. Liverpool: David(23 min)
Aired: 07-11-2022
Construction director David is hoping to wow his guests with an evening dedicated to his favourite kind of food - a Chinese takeaway! But can he deliver five-star fodder?
Season 2024 (January 2024 - March 2024)
1. Belfast: Chantal(23 min)
Aired: 29-01-2024
First to host is business owner Chantal, who hopes to bring the heat with a Mexican fiesta filled with colour, dancing and desserts served in margarita glasses
2. Belfast: Kate(23 min)
Aired: 30-01-2024
Kate takes her guests on a taste adventure, with a dressing of fashion and a sprinkle of festival feels. But will they be feeling the vibes or dishing out jibes?
3. Belfast: Julie(23 min)
Aired: 31-01-2024
Sales executive Julie manifests good vibes on her positively purple night. But when her violet visions leave one guest perplexed, will there be more manifesting than digesting?
4. Belfast: Emmanuella(23 min)
Aired: 01-02-2024
Emmanuella aims to spice up her night by kicking and twerking her way to the top spot. But is dry chicken and a hair in their fare what her guests really, really want?
5. Belfast: Kerry(23 min)
Aired: 02-02-2024
Jewellery designer Kerry hopes to dazzle her guests with some share-and-tear fare. But will mysterious discoveries and a dessert disaster take the shine off her night?
6. North Wales: Saffron(23 min)
Aired: 05-02-2024
Spray tan artist Saffron hopes to make no mis-steaks on her Vegas casino-themed evening of glitz and glam. Can she hit the jackpot and bag the grand prize?
7. North Wales: Jake(23 min)
Aired: 06-02-2024
Law student Jake showcases his favourite vegetable - the mighty Welsh leek. But with some grumbling guests, can he maintain diplomacy around the table?
8. North Wales: Joey(23 min)
Aired: 07-02-2024
Former beauty queen Joey hopes that her pageant-themed evening, glam food and catwalk competition will see her sitting pretty at the top and win her another crown
9. North Wales: Piers(23 min)
Aired: 08-02-2024
On the penultimate night, makeup artist Piers takes centre stage with a fab evening of fantastic fare. Will his guests be made up?
10. North Wales: Laura(23 min)
Aired: 09-02-2024
Laura hosts a 'day at the races' evening. With the finish line in sight, can she gallop ahead of her rivals to take first place, or has it been a one-horse race?
11. Bolton: Katie(23 min)
Aired: 12-02-2024
Glamorous mum and teacher Katie hopes to charm her guests with an evening of beauty revelations, cocktail shaking and hearty homemade food. Will she get top marks?
12. Bolton: Shane(23 min)
Aired: 13-02-2024
Hairdresser and salon owner Shane hopes to impress his guests with a regal evening. But with a less-than-green Thai green curry, will Shane reign or will he be bowing out?
13. Bolton: Thandie(23 min)
Aired: 14-02-2024
Influencer and model Thandie hopes to excite with her exotic fare. But when one guest takes the catwalk a step too far, can Thandie get her night back on track?
14. Bolton: Jay(23 min)
Aired: 15-02-2024
HR manager Jay hopes that keeping things simple can bag her the grand. But when her guests get carried away, will there be more eccentricity than simplicity?
15. Bolton: Louis(23 min)
Aired: 16-02-2024
Exuberant financial advisor Louis hopes that his fancy fine dining fare will tempt his guests to give him the perfect score. Can his puds deliver the goods?
16. Norwich: Anthony(23 min)
Aired: 19-02-2024
Mind reader and magician the 'Amazing' Anthony hopes to wow his guests with dishes close to his heart. Does he have the magic touch?
17. Norwich: Hannah(23 min)
Aired: 20-02-2024
Cleaner Hannah hopes to polish off the competition and wipe the floor with her rivals, with a night of glitz, glam and great grub. Can she sweep up the £1000 prize?
18. Norwich: Jess(23 min)
Aired: 21-02-2024
Service manager and Adele super fan Jess plans a menu of nutritious nosh and asks everyone to come as their favourite singer. But will her rivals go easy on her?
19. Norwich: Sarah(23 min)
Aired: 22-02-2024
Hairdresser Sarah's confident that her menu of family favourites will be a cut above the rest. But will ghostly conversations make her guests curl up and dye?
20. Norwich: Luke(23 min)
Aired: 23-02-2024
Surgeon and foodie Luke hopes to impress with a menu full of flavour, quality and skill. But will his scallops, Sri Lankan curry and tarte Tatin be too much to stomach?
21. Birmingham: Sophie(23 min)
Aired: 26-02-2024
Glamorous financial controller Sophie hopes to impress with her indulgent food. But what will Richard make of Rebecca rubbing up against his leg like a cat?!
22. Birmingham: Rebecca(23 min)
Aired: 27-02-2024
Security officer Rebecca hopes to spice things up with a Sri Lankan shindig. After a sticky start and a mixer malfunction, can she curry favour with her guests?
23. Birmingham: Owen(23 min)
Aired: 28-02-2024
Will hip-hop artist Owen's musical-themed evening and fiery food be a smash hit with his guests?
24. Birmingham: Richard(23 min)
Aired: 29-02-2024
Hairdresser Richard hopes that his traditional feast will be head and shoulders above the competition. But with a suspicious starter, will his night make the cut?
25. Birmingham: Donna(23 min)
Aired: 01-03-2024
Care worker and 'bling queen' Donna pushes the boat out with her Caribbean cuisine. Will her bubbly personality and boozy pud dazzle her diners and bag her the grand?
26. Dundee and Perth: Siobhan(23 min)
Aired: 04-03-2024
The first host, Siobhan, serves up the unmistakable flavours of Mexico - and an action-packed game of rock paper scissors. Will her night be the makings of a first-place fiesta?
27. Dundee and Perth: Kezia(23 min)
Aired: 05-03-2024
The youngest member of the group, Kezia, is cooking French food for a French guest... Will her night have that je ne sais quoi?
28. Dundee and Perth: Stephen(23 min)
Aired: 06-03-2024
Hairdresser and salon owner Stephen is hoping to blow his guests away with some familiar favourites. Will his evening make the cut, or get the chop?
29. Dundee and Perth: Guy(23 min)
Aired: 07-03-2024
Salesman and ex-racing driver Guy is all revved up and ready to wow his guests with some gastro-style grub. Can he take pole position and win the £1000 prize?
30. Dundee and Perth: Laurent(23 min)
Aired: 08-03-2024
French author Laurent hopes to transport his guests to la belle France. Will he live up to his rivals' expectations and be crowned the crème de la crème?
Season 2025 (January 2025 - February 2025)
1. Cambridge: Rebecca(23 min)
Aired: 27-01-2025
The 2025 series kicks off in Cambridge. The first host is businesswoman Rebecca, who goes all-out to impress with a sophisticated dinner party full of high-end food.
2. Cambridge: Kate(23 min)
Aired: 28-01-2025
The second host in Cambridge, party-loving employee benefits manager Kate, is confident that her Italian-inspired menu will impress her guests and bag her the prize but etiquette-obsessed businesswoman Rebecca has her eye on content creator Josh, who has a taste for smashing his food together and making a real mess of the table.
3. Cambridge: Josh(23 min)
Aired: 29-01-2025
On night three in Cambridge TikToker Josh hosts his first ever dinner party but after throwing up all over the table last night, will he be on his best behaviour in his own home? There are plenty of silly stunts and dares at the table, including one involving Josh's foot and a jar of mayonnaise, which one guest describes as one of the most disturbing things they've ever seen. Later, there's meat mayhem when Josh ignores how his guests would like their steaks, and as the sun sets, a spot of bongo buffoonery in the garden leaves the host apologising to the neighbours.
4. Cambridge: Mark(23 min)
Aired: 30-01-2025
On the penultimate night in Cambridge, mushroom farm manager Mark hopes to curry favour with his guests by dishing up an authentic Indian banquet. Things get off to a bad start, with one guest nearly choking on their welcome drink and some cutlery kerfuffle. Later, Mark proves he's not such a fun guy when his mushroom banter falls flat. As the evening draws to a close, Mark's penchant for eating household pets upsets the animal lovers in the room, and his outrageous opinions on female chefs cause an even bigger stink.
5. Cambridge: Nici(23 min)
Aired: 31-01-2025
On the final night in Cambridge, wellness retreat host Nici hopes to steal top spot with her Greek island-themed evening. Social media content creator Josh doesn't hold back when he reveals that he's had a look through the host's drawers and tried on one of her leopard print swimsuits. Things get even more full-on when employee benefits manager Kate starts a food fight with Josh over dessert and it is anyone's guess who is in pole position to grab the prize on offer.
6. Glasgow: Lauren(23 min)
Aired: 03-02-2025
The first host in Glasgow is 31-year-old project manager Lauren, who hopes to impress with a unique Celtic-Caribbean fusion menu mixing worldly flavours and classic Scottish fodder.
7. Glasgow: Saoirse(23 min)
Aired: 04-02-2025
The second host in Glasgow, student and Muay Thai fanatic Saoirse, serves up a vegan Asian menu. Unfortunately, there's still bad blood between Lauren and Bernadette, and the spicy food knocks Garry for six. But Saoirse's boxing prowess impresses Lydia, and her dessert leaves the whole gang in hysterics.
8. Glasgow: Lydia(23 min)
Aired: 05-02-2025
The third host in Glasgow, 52-year-old civil servant Lydia, is planning to excite her guests with an evening dedicated to her days as a professional club dancer. She's serving up a selection of tried-and-tested classics, but with tension rumbling on following some 'constructive criticism' earlier in the week, will locally-sourced food and a rave in the garden shed impress her guests?
9. Glasgow: Garry(23 min)
Aired: 06-02-2025
On the penultimate night in Glasgow, 34-year-old catering manager Garry hopes to wow his guests with an exclusive Ibiza Beach Club theme. There's no expense spared as he treats everyone to his posh nosh, but a blazing row over the use of the term 'sea bass steak' threatens to overshadow his night.
10. Glasgow: Bernadette(23 min)
Aired: 07-02-2025
Fishmonger Bernadette hopes to spread some love on the final night in Glasgow, with her curious Italian-themed menu. Saoirse has an unexpected dip in Bernadette's hot tub and Garry is impressed when he discovers that their host is an award-winning fishmonger, but a fishy feud with Lauren leaves a bad taste in Bernadette's mouth. Can Lauren let bygones be bygones, or will the night descend into acrimony and ruin Bernadette's chances of winning the grand prize?
11. Plymouth: Nina(23 min)
Aired: 10-02-2025
Nina hopes that her showstopping Tinseltown menu, full of rich flavours and witty puns, will impress her guests and earn her a blockbuster review.
12. Plymouth: Steve(23 min)
Aired: 11-02-2025
Steve hopes to impress with his 'Thairish' menu - a mixture of Thai and Irish food. But will his original fusion food cause con-fusion among his guests?
13. Plymouth: Lea(23 min)
Aired: 12-02-2025
Lea hopes to impress her guests with some Gordon Ramsay-esque fare. Will it go down a treat, or will she have a kitchen nightmare?
14. Plymouth: Slain(23 min)
Aired: 13-02-2025
Performance artist Slain hosts a night of vegan British classics, complete with talking dolls! Can Slain tame his adversary to steal the show, and the cash?
15. Plymouth: Katie(23 min)
Aired: 14-02-2025
Pole fitness president Katie's confident that her pan-Asian feast will get her to the top. But will a rock-hard dessert be her downfall?
16. Leeds - Night 1: Shaun(23 min)
Aired: 17-02-2025
Shaun serves up an Asia-meets-Yorkshire fusion menu of delightful dumplings and Chinese fish and chips. But will his not-so-traditional Yorkshire pudding rise to the occasion?
17. Leeds - Night 2: Ryan(23 min)
Aired: 18-02-2025
Aspiring model Ryan hopes to tantalise some tastebuds with his French and Caribbean cuisine. But will a clobber calamity and bickering leave a bad taste?
18. Leeds - Night 3: Jen(23 min)
Aired: 19-02-2025
Jen treats her guests to a pink-themed party and some home-cooked dishes. But will they be tickled pink by a surprise performance in the garden?
19. Leeds - Night 4: Phillip(23 min)
Aired: 20-02-2025
Philip hopes to impress with his Middle Eastern mezze, homemade sourdough and some clay modelling. But it's not just the clay that's being flung around...
20. Leeds - Night 5: Sarah(23 min)
Aired: 21-02-2025
On the final night in Leeds, hair salon owner Sarah hopes to delight her diners with some classic 1980s cuisine. With a reputation for being outspoken, Sarah gets a dose of her own medicine from one diner who's determined to get their own back.
