The Nightcap

Dartmouth, Ashley Palmer-Watts on Food Unfiltered, & Football in pubs

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up over coffee. Dartmouth, Ashley Palmer-Watts on Food Unfiltered, George the Butcher, Football in pubs, The Grand National, Seagull toastie tax and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul’s sliding doors moment, Roe, Cornus & career advice

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up over coffee. This week: Paul’s sliding doors moment, Roe, Cornus, Pubs, career advice, becoming a first time head chef, backflips and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul’s Holland trip, generation’s attitude to food & insane Devonshire stats

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:22:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up over coffee. This week: Paul’s Holland trip, generation’s attitude to food, Esme’s samosa update, insane Devonshire stats, Trillium cake and chewing the industry fat.

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Esme’s school samosas, Noma scandal & listener questions

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Esme’s school samosas, Daise by Tony Parkin, Mother’s Day meals, Noma scandal, pork pies, childhood smells, listener questions and chewing the industry fat.

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Sat Bains' Caviar take, Paul on QVC & truffles

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Sat Bains' Caviar take, Paul on QVC, truffles, unsung heroes of cooking shows, Cheltenham Festival and chewing the industry fat.

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Prept Food Fight review; Paul’s bout with Niall Keating

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Prept Food Fight review, Paul’s bout with Niall Keating, Si’s lost phone, Breakfast at Pavyllon and chewing the industry fat.

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Being Gordon Ramsey on Netflix & The Food Fight Preview

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Being Gordon Ramsey on Netflix, Food Fight Preview, stumbling upon greatness and chewing the industry fat.

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The Michelin Awards UK & Ireland 2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: The Michelin Awards UK & Ireland 2026. New 1 stars and 2 new 2 stars - Paul and Si review this years winners, plus - Paul’s Grassfed closure, boxing training update and chewing the industry fat.

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Top 5 Hardest Jobs in the Kitchen

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: The boys are off, so a bitesized edition of the pod, all about the Top 5 Hardest Jobs in the Kitchen.

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UK & Ireland Michelin Predictions 2026

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: UK & Ireland Michelin Predictions 2026, Pete Sanchez food tour around Bristol, Top 50 Gastro Pubs, rustic vs fine dining and chewing the industry fat.

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Pubs & Music Venues given Business Rates discount

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Pubs & Music Venues given Business Rates discount, Ricki Weston and Whatley Manor on Food Unfiltered, training nutrition, wine cellars, country house hotels and chewing the industry fat.

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Le Manoir appoints Arnaud Donckele & Paul’s Top 5 boxing entrance music selections

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons appoints Arnaud Donckele, Daise in The Wirral, Paul’s Top 5 boxing entrance music selections, mash potatoes, soggy pork and chewing the industry fat.

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Food Fight Boxing Charity Event - Media Day

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Food Fight Boxing Charity Event - Media Day. Si has Paul round for dinner, oven temps, Aktar’s new place, white cabbage, tarte tatin’s and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul boxing Niall Keating, Venison & Leftovers

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Venison & Tiramisu’s, Leftovers, Michael O’Hare’s new restaurant, news of Daise by Tony Parkin, Awful Netflix movies, Paul boxing Niall Keating and chewing the industry fat.

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Trillium, Comedy & Christmas Dinner banishments

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Trillium, Comedy nights out, Christmas Dinner banishments, festive films, childhood presents and chewing the industry fat

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Beef Wellington, Calum Franklin & Part 2 of the Top 5 mistakes people make on Christmas Day

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Beef Wellington, Calum Franklin on Food Unfiltered, gravy thickness, chopping techniques and Part 2 of the Top 5 mistakes people make on Christmas Day. Plus, chewing the industry fat

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Padstow Christmas Fayre, The Mariners & the Food Unfiltered 12 Days of Xmas

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:01:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Padstow Christmas Fayre, The Mariners, Food Unfiltered 12 Days of Xmas, Part 1 of the Top 5 mistakes people make on Christmas Day and chewing the industry fat

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Lunch at Ibai, Tom Barnes’ Tiramisu & Tik Tok meet ups

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Lunch at Ibai, Tom Barnes’ Tiramisu, sauce making, drinking NOT for special occasions, Tik Tok meet up and chewing the industry fat

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Lunch at The Elephant, Dinner at The Woodsman & a Cotswolds Distillery Tour

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Lunch at The Elephant, Dinner at The Woodsman, filming in Devon, Sat’s seabass dish, Cotswolds Distillery Tour, At home with The Roux Brothers and chewing the industry fat

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Tom Barnes on Food Unfiltered, Skof & Xmas decs

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Tom Barnes on Food Unfiltered. Skof, old fashioned with a twist, British Culinary Federation judging, Christmas decorations and chewing the industry fat

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The weirdest meal of Paul’s life, Bologna & Judy Joo on Food Unfiltered

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: The weirdest meal of Paul’s life, Bologna, Judy Joo on Food Unfiltered and chewing the industry fat

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Sat Bains’ Food Unfiltered Episode review!

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Sat Bains’ Food Unfiltered Episode review! Cooking “live,” bees, tobacco, Japanese influence, the importance of self awareness and chewing the industry fat.

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La Trompette, Paul on QVC, & Knife’s Edge - Chasing Michelin Stars

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: La Trompette, Paul on QVC, Aktar Islam’s Biryani, Knife’s Edge - Chasing Michelin Stars, Paul Welburn’s new book, sugar content in puddings and chewing the industry fat

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Grace & Savour & Paul’s trip to Glasgow

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Grace & Savour, walled gardens, sieve cleaning, acidulating water, Paul’s trip to Glasgow and chewing the industry fat

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Le Manoir refurb, Pies & Hellmann’s ketchup

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Le Manoir refurb, Pies, pastry, Hellmann’s ketchup, Quince and chewing the industry fat.

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Our first video podcast & Paul judges at the National Chef of the Year 2026

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:55:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: First video podcast catch up! Paul judges at the National Chef of the Year 2026. The winner - Danny Young, Ketchup, Coworth park on Food Unfiltered, pastry lamination, all you can eat buffets and chewing the industry fat.

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Food Unfiltered at Ynyshir with Gareth Ward, Knorr & “loaded” cookies

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Food Unfiltered at Ynyshir, Gareth Ward, quince, Knorr, reverse searing, “loaded” cookies and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul & Ben Foster at Meatopia, Cuubo & Gordon Ramsey’s Burger King Burger

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Paul and Ben Foster at Meatopia, lunch at Cuubo, Gordon Ramsey’s Burger King Burger, Hellmann’s Pro, seasoning, serving temperatures and chewing the industry fat.

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Amsterdam, No Taste Like Home & Hot Sauce

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Amsterdam with Qook!, No Taste Like Home on Disney +, Hot Sauce and chewing the industry fat.

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Food Unfiltered, Brussels & lobster rolls

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Food Unfiltered - Paul’s new YouTube Channel, Brussels, waffles, Belgian beer, lobster rolls, Meatopia, 670 grams, AI menus and chewing the industry fat.

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The Nightcap Podcast at Elystan Street with the legendary Phil Howard

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

On this episode of The Nightcap Podcast, hosts Paul Foster and Simon Alexander sit down at Elystan Street with the legendary Phil Howard. Chef Patron, co-owner of Kitchen W8, and one of the UK’s most respected Michelin-starred chefs. From his early days as a biochemistry student to leading The Square for 25 years, Phil shares lessons from the kitchen, his philosophy at Elystan Street, and the realities of life at the pass in 2025. Also, as per - Boiling Point, book recommendations, top fives and how to elevate home comfort foods into fine dining environments.

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The Nightcap Podcast at Kanishka with Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

On this episode of The Nightcap Podcast, Simon Alexander and Paul Foster sit down at Kanishka in Mayfair with Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar - a pioneer of modern Indian cuisine. Over a few drinks, Atul shares how food became central to his life, what it meant to be the first Indian chef awarded a Michelin star, and his vision for showcasing the unique flavours of Northeast India. From balancing authenticity with innovation, to navigating sustainability in fine dining, to surviving the true “boiling points” of the kitchen. Candid stories, culinary insight, and Atul’s top tips for cooking with spices.

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The Nightcap Podcast at Myrtos with chef Asimakis Chaniotis

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode of The Nightcap Podcast, hosts Simon Alexander and Paul Foster pull up a chair at Myrtos, the new Mayfair hotspot redefining Greek fine dining, to chat with Michelin-starred chef Asimakis Chaniotis. From his early days in Athens to becoming the youngest Greek chef to win a Michelin star in London, Asimakis shares the personal story behind opening Myrtos, his mission to challenge Greek food stereotypes, and how tradition meets innovation in his cooking. Also, as per - Boiling Point, book recommendations, top fives and a dive into the future of global dining trends including diner designed menus.

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The Lygon Arms, milk frothers & best wing sauces

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: The Lygon Arms, milk frothers, topping and dressing stations, best wing sauces, avocado preserving and chewing the industry fat.

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Wing Fest & No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski & Florence Pugh

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:44:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Wing Fest, Tucci in Italy, No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski and Florence Pugh, calories on menus and chewing the industry fat.

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Interlude, feedback forms & Paul’s Chef’s Table dream guests

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:51:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Interlude, feedback forms, Paul’s Chef’s Table dream guests and chewing the industry fat.

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Jose Andres Chef’s Table Netflix Episode

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Jose Andres Chef’s Table Netflix Episode, luminous broccoli puree, guests cooking in kitchens and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul cooks at HAW-Yee in Liverpool with the Have a Word podcast

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Paul cooks at HAW-Yee in Liverpool with the Have a Word podcast, diner designed food, Paul’s books, ice cream and chewing the industry fat.

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Coworth Park, M&S sandwiches & Alice Waters Chef’s Table episode

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Coworth Park, Wimbledon M&S sandwiches, Alice Waters Chef’s Table episode, charcoal cooking, chef tests and chewing the industry fat.

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BBQ’s in Battersea, ovens & menu ick’s

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: BBQ’s in Battersea, ovens, 99ers, marinades, menu ick’s, scallops and chewing the industry fat.

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Dishes Paul’s most proud of, Pizzas & Stews

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Hot weather, stew cooking, more cowboy stories, pizzas, dishes Paul’s most proud of and chewing the industry fat.

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Clarkson’s Farm, salty beers & wood fire cooking

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 08:02:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Salty beer, Clarkson’s Farm, Unilever food judging, new ovens, wood fire cooking, consultancy and chewing the industry fat.

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Cookies, Eating at Sow & BBQ’s

Thu, 29 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee. This week: Cookies, Eating at Sow, BBQ’s, Fajitas, Aktar at The Catey’s and chewing the industry fat.

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The Royal Oak at Whatcote, Lily & The Woodsman,

Thu, 22 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Royal Oak at Whatcote, Lily, The Woodsman, The World Food Photography Awards, basic bitch dishes, changing your menus and chewing the industry fat.

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Reaction to Salt closing, Paul’s trip to Ireland & naughty customers

Thu, 15 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The reaction to Salt closing, Paul’s trip to Ireland, Cows, Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars on Apple TV+, the theatre of restaurants, naughty customers and chewing the industry fat.

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Salt - End of an Era

Thu, 08 May 2025 09:43:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up over coffee in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul talks through the closing of Salt Restaurant. Thomas Keller’s Chef’s Table Netflix episode review, nepo-chefs, basic food and chewing the industry fat.

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Jamie Oliver’s Chefs Table Netflix episode review

Thu, 01 May 2025 11:16:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Jamie Oliver’s Chefs Table Netflix episode review, Dishes Paul’s not yet tried, Wotsits, Ovens, Lamb and chewing the industry fat.

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Borderless cuisine, Easter eggs & food influencers

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Borderless Cuisine, fusion food, Easter eggs, Roast lamb, sandwich fillings, food influencers/reviewers and chewing the industry fat.

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Catey’s Noms 2025, Birria stews & Britain’s favourite cocktails

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Catey’s Nominations 2025, Birria stews, Salt & Malt Bristol, Britain’s favourite cocktails and chewing the industry fat.

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Catey’s judging, humble/lavish pairings & kitchen smells

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 09:52:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Catey’s judging, Humble/lavish pairings, kitchen smells, cooking in NYC with Sat Bains and chewing the industry fat.

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Simon at The Devonshire, Indonesian cuisine & Full Englishes

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Simon at The Devonshire, Indonesian cuisine, Tunworth Cheese, Full Englishes and chewing the industry fat.

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Coffee clarification, elevated street food & knives

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Coffee clarification, elevated street food, more snacks, perfect UK 5 course dinner, knives and chewing the industry fat.

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The HRC Show 2025, Future Menus 4 key trends & crushed pretzels

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul eats out at Wildmoor Oak, Eylstan Street and Trinity. The HRC Show 2025, Future Menus 4 key trends, Thomas Hine’s epic charity challenge, Top 5 Pasta dishes, crushed pretzels and chewing the industry fat.

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What coffee is what? Toasties & Future Menus

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: What coffee is what? Toasties, Unilever Food Solutions partnership, future menus, food you’d happily never eat again and chewing the industry fat.

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Sunday roast round Paul’s, rhubarb & bar snacks

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Simon head’s to Paul’s for dinner, rhubarb, toffee sauces, hospitality at sporting venues, mint, bar snacks and chewing the industry fat.

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Thieving Paul Foster, Notto & Cadbury’s Chocolate

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Reaction to the open letter from 70 female chefs, Notto, thieving Paul Foster, Cadbury’s chocolate bars and chewing the industry fat.

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Sexism and the Hospitality Industry

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 13:01:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Laura Kimber, Head Chef at Salt, joins us to talk about Jason Atherton’s news article, sexism and the hospitality industry, top 5 sauces and more.

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The Michelin Awards 2025

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Michelin Awards 2025, Scones, Paul’s ultimate fantasy kitchen Chef Brigade and chewing the industry fat.

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Michelin Star predictions 2025

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: UK Michelin Star predictions 2025, Top 5 Chef films/tv shows and chewing the industry fat.

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Food content creators, Junior Bake Off and dinner at Roe

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Dinner at Roe, wine tasting, Junior Bake Off, Duck curry, “must follow” food content creators and chewing the industry fat.

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Ikea meatballs, Falmouth & non-alcoholic drinks

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:01:48 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Ikea meatballs, Si’s Falmouth trip and best non-alcoholic drinks and chewing the industry fat.

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The Silver Spoon cookbook, soft play & 1 pot dishes

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Silver Spoon cookbook, Paul and Emma Ainsworth acquire the St Enodoc Hotel, soft play, 1 pot dishes and chewing the industry fat.

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Xmas debrief, Abba & New Year’s resolutions

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Xmas debrief, Abba, Noble Rot, Paul back on James Martin’s show with Nathan Outlaw, New Year’s resolutions, Cadbury’s and chewing the industry fat.

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How to make the perfect gravy for Christmas Day

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: How to make the perfect gravy for Christmas Day. Duck, Pigs in Blankets, Gail’s Mince Pies, Chocolate Boxes and chewing the industry fat.

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How to cook the perfect Roast Potatoes for Christmas Day

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: How to cook the perfect Roast Potatoes for Christmas Day. Simon’s trip to Padstow, Parsnips, mince pies, German markets, moving house and chewing the industry fat.

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How to cook perfect Beef for Christmas Day

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: How to cook perfect Beef for Christmas Day. Yorkshire Puddings, Beef Wellington, Tinsel, Best Christmas foods and chewing the industry fat.

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How to cook the perfect Turkey for Christmas

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: How to cook the perfect turkey for Christmas, best food and drink pairings and chewing the industry fat.

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Opera Cakes, Soups & weird food combos

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Great British Bake Off Semi Finals, Opera Cakes, Fruity Entremet, Soups, Rotting Beef, weird food combos and chewing the industry fat.

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The Devonshire, 70’s desserts & the Christmas buzz

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul has lunch at The Devonshire, 70’s desserts on Great British Bake Off, Traitors Board Game, Panettone, Christmas buzz and chewing the industry fat.

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Customer Pet Peeves, Great British Bake Off & Fireworks

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Great British Bake Off, sauces in restaurants, Chelsea Buns, fireworks, plumbers, customer pet peeves and chewing the industry fat.

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Pumpkin dishes, Pastries & Minimum Wages

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Pumpkin dishes, best pastries, Michelin Awards move to Scotland, minimum wage increase, weaning and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul’s trip to Venice, Listener Q’s & Fish Dishes

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul’s trip to Venice with Unox, listener Q’s, fish dishes and chewing the industry fat.

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Purnell's, Dinner at Sat's, Cold cuts & Cars

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Purnell’s closes its doors, Paul eats at Sat Bains’, cold cuts, cars and chewing the industry fat.

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Cycle Challenge Recap, Weaning & Veggies

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul recaps his epic London to Paris Cycle Challenge in aid of Farm Africa, Simon on weaning his son, Top 5 vegetables and chewing the industry fat.

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On the eve of Paul's Cycle Challenge

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:23:50 -0000

Quick update Episode! Si and Paul catch-up on Tuesday 24th Sept, the night before Paul sets off on an epic London to Paris Cycle challenge, raising money for Farm Africa. The boys chat snacks, Pizza Hut, pace setting and GBBO.

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Paul's Cycle Challenge & All Inclusive Hotels

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:35:56 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul’s prepping for his cycle from London to Paris, in aid of Farm Africa. Plus, all inclusive hotels and chewing the industry fat.

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Big Feastival 2024, Sharp's & Unwritten kitchen rules

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Big Feastival 2024, Sharp’s Silent Bistro, Shaun of the Dead, Unwritten Kitchen rules and chewing the industry fat.

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Listener Q&A Special!

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: A Listener Q&A Special! The boys tackle, ideal guests, new restaurants they want to try, ick-factors, pet peeves, home comforts, broccoli stalks and more.

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The Sardine Factory, Affogatos, & best soft drinks

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Sardine Factory, crabbing, affogatos, tomatoes, riots, Big Feastival smoking stage, soft drinks and chewing the industry fat.

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National Chef of the Year deep dive, The Bear Series 3 & Nuts

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:23:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: National Chef of the Year deep dive, competition in the kitchen, The Bear, nuts and chewing the industry fat.

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Dishoom, The Tawny & Best Summer Dishes

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Eshaan Akbar’s Hands Down Launch, Dishoom, DK Oyster in Mykonos, The Tawny, Best Summer Dishes and chewing the industry fat.

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The Cateys 2024, rogue food combos & James Martin shoutout

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:13:30 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Cateys 2024, Judging “Menu of the Year,” rogue food combos, James Martin shoutout, Yorkshire puddings, baked beans and chewing the industry fat.

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Series 5, Bonus Ep 9 - Eshaan Akbar

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by comedian, writer, actor and Celebrity Masterchef contestant, Eshaan Akbar. On this episode: Eshaan’s relationship with food and the influence of his Mum on his passion for cooking, Celebrity Masterchef, similarities between being a stand-up and being a chef and how we can get culturally diverse food into our school canteens. Tonight’s episode was accompanied by a stunning bottle of Ridgeview’s Bloomsbury NV, which is available in Waitrose right now! Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

Thanks to Ridgeview Wines for providing us with tonight’s Nightcap. Visit their website - ridgeview.co.uk to find out more or to place your order. Also, thank you to tabletalk-foundation.com, who are on a mission to make every child happier and healthier through food education in schools.

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Series 5, Ep 8 - Sonal Clare

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by GQ Sommelier of the Year, Sonal Clare. On this episode: Our first ever sommelier guest, wine tasting, life at Purnell’s, The Wilderness, front of house vs kitchen staff and how to get the next generation into the hospitality industry. Tonight’s episode was beautifully paired with Ridgeview’s Sparkling Red Reserve. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 7 - Andrew Sheridan & Sam Morgan

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Andrew Sheridan & Sam Morgan. On this episode: The business of setting up a restaurant, how to grow a group of restaurants and what meals do you have on your weekly rotation? Tonight’s episode washed down with beautiful bottle of Ridgeview’s Rosé de Noirs 2018. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 6 - Adam Smith

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star Head Chef of Woven at Coworth Park, Adam Smith. On this episode: Woven, The Ritz, French cooking and the classics and tricks to get your kids to eat healthy food. Tonight’s episode was accompanied by a stunning drop of Ridgeview’s 2018 Blanc de Blancs. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Developing your palette, stock making & Top 5 cheeses

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:24:55 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Developing your palette, bay leaves, stock making, Top 5 cheeses and chewing the industry fat.

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Coffee subscriptions, School Dinner & Mince Dishes

Fri, 31 May 2024 09:55:12 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Coffee subscriptions, school dinners, best mince dishes, Greek yoghurt and chewing the industry fat.

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Heston on mental health, Condiments & Fly Fishing

Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Table Talk Chef Alumni Fly Fishing, Heston Blumenthal on mental health, Manifest in Liverpool, How to Cook Properly Patreon, condiments, ginger and chewing the industry fat.

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Si’s baby, Nightcap football bowl & Bananas

Thu, 16 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Simon’s had a baby, Series 5 so far, Cov vs Utd, cooking at Gary Usher’s, Bananas, Guinness Nitrosurge, Cowboy Cat stories, Paul’s career game-changers and chewing the industry fat.

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Series 5, Ep 5 - Richard Craven

Thu, 09 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star Head Chef of The Royal Oak at Whatcote, Richard Craven. On this episode: Turning a local village pub into a Michelin Star Restaurant, working in South Africa and our chef’s earliest food memories - all swirled down with a delightful bottle of Ridgeview’s Fitzrovia Rosé. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 4 - Tom Shepherd

Thu, 02 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star Head Chef of Upstairs, and Great British Menu main course winner, Tom Shepherd. On this episode: Upstairs and how the family business came to be before the restaurant existed, working for Sat Baines, a lovely bottle of Ridgeview’s 2015 Blanc Noir and stories from hospitality shin-digs. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 3 - Thom Bateman

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by social media powerhouse and Head Chef of The Flintlock, Thom Bateman. On this episode: Thom’s social media following, food content creation, social media trolls, a beautiful bottle of Ridgeview’s Cavendish and cooking for your kids. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 2 - Tom Barnes

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by 2014 Roux Scholarship winner, Tom Barnes of Skof in Manchester, and formerly exec head chef of L’Enclume. On this episode: Tom’s new venture and what it takes to be a 3 star restaurant, a very special Ridgeview bottle and what the best thing about working in hospitality is. Also, as per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Series 5, Ep 1 - Michael Bremner

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

We are back for series 5. Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michael Bremner of 64 Degrees in Brighton plus Mardi Roberts from Ridgeview and Dan Wade from Table Talk Foundation. On this episode: Paul and Simon venture down to the Ridgeview estate to record this curtain raising episode of Series 5 in front of a small audience within the Sussex vineyard. They talk about small plates, designing tasting menus, how Ridge View came to be, getting kids into food, the Brighton food scene, toast PLUS questions from the audience, live! As per - Boiling Point, home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away and some cook book recommendations.

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Toad in the Hole, Condiments & Indian dishes

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Nightcap Bowl - Cov vs Man Utd, Toad in the Hole, Condiments, charity bike rides, Indian dishes and chewing the industry fat.

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Salt’s new concept, The Sussex Showcase & French Classics

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Salt’s new concept, The Sussex Showcase, Meatballs, French Classics and chewing the industry fat.

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Chocolate Bruce Cake, Gin tasting & rotten cheese

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Chocolate Bruce Cake, labelling tubs, Gin tasting, rotten cheese, guest chef nights and chewing the industry fat.

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The Pearly Queen, The Brace Bridge & Fish n Chips

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster & Simon Alexander catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Pearly Queen, The Brace Bridge, Herb Oil, Flooding, Fish n Chips, Croissants and chewing the industry fat.

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Weather, Vietnamese, Italian Pasta Pizza’s & top food’s not to be messed with

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Weather, Vietnamese, Italian Pasta Pizza’s & top food’s not to be messed with

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Restaurant Ick-Factors, Paul in Tuscany, Valentine’s Day & Pancakes

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Restaurant Ick-Factors, Paul cooks dinner with James Golding in Tuscany, Si goes to Morocco, Valentine’s Day, Pancakes and chewing the industry fat.

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Michelin 2024, Gordon Ramsey’s Hospital Road & Pies

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul opens up on Michelin 2024, Gordon Ramsey’s Hospital Road, Hanbao in Birmingham, Top 5 pies and chewing the industry fat.

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Cannolis, Sopressini & Paul’s ultimate 5 course meal

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Cannolis, Sopressini, Listener Q’s, Paul’s ultimate 5 course meal (and which chef he wants to cook each course!) Plus, chewing the industry fat.

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The Bear, King Pot Noodles & bucket list restaurants

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The Bear, making mistakes, King Pot Noodles, scrambled eggs, bucket list restaurants and chewing the industry fat.

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Last meal at Le Gavroche, Omelettes & Top 5 Greens

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul goes to Le Gavroche, Raby Hunt & SY23 news, omelettes, trains, Top 5 Greens and chewing the industry fat.

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Edinburgh, Cookbooks & Food Trends of 2023

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Cookbooks for Christmas: Slow Food Fast Cars by Massimo Bottura & A Rural Cook by Richard Craven. Edinburgh, favourite food trends of 2023 and chewing the industry fat.

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Medlar Jelly, New Tattoos, Paul’s Pasta book & Xmas Songs

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000

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Guinness, Hanbao & Christmas movies

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:26:00 -0000

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Christmas roast dinner essentials, traditions & medlar update

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul’s nightmare night, Christmas roast dinner essentials, Christmas Traditions, Medlar update, merchandise and chewing the industry fat.

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Medlars, James’ Knappett’s Kitchen Table & Cakes

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:06:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul bletts Si’s Medlars, Kitchen Table with James Knappett, Dolmio Carbonara Bake, Christmas trees, cakes and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul, the Social Media Influencer of the Year

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:08:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul wins the social media influencer of the year at The Staff Canteen Awards. Si has a night away at The Bulls Head in Holymoorside. Bakewell Tarts, staff food and chewing the industry fat.

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Milk Deliveries, Booking Systems & Childhood Meals

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Milk deliveries, booking systems, childhood dinners, turning veg, spag bols and Sunday Roasts.

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Is Gordon Ramsey the David Beckham of chefs?

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Halloween food, David Beckham, Gordon Ramsey’s foreword for Paul’s book, the worst kitchen jobs and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul’s trip to Turkey, William Sitwell reviews Grassfed and Top 5 biscuits

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: News of the new Nightcap Podcast Series in partnership with Ridge View Wines and Table Talk Foundation, Paul’s trip to Morocco, William Sitwell reviews Grassfed, Staff Canteen Social Media Award and Top 5 biscuits.

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Big Feastival 2023 Special, with Jude Kereama

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) are Live at Big Feastival 2023, joined on The Exchange stage by award winning head chef at one of Cornwall’s best restaurants, Kota, and winner of Great British Menu in 2021 - Jude Kereama. They chat about under-rated and over-rated kitchen trends and ingredients. Plus, the return Boiling Point and some cooking hacks and myths.

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National Chef of the Year judging, Fridges & best things on toast

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: National Chef of the Year judging, Paul’s trip to Nottingham, see through fridges, things on toast and chewing the industry fat.

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BBC Boiling Point Special with Philip Barantini and Ellis Barrie

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) are in Manchester at BBC studios to talk to Philip Barantini (BAFTA nominated Director) and Ellis Barrie (Chef Consultant) during production of the new BBC series Boiling Point, starring Stephen Graham.

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Paul judges at the World steak Challenge, changing menus & bad chain restaurants

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul judges at the World steak Challenge in Amsterdam, changing menus, the worst chain restaurants and chewing the industry fat.

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The Nightcap at The Home of Food Festival 2023

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) are at The Home of Food Festival 2023, Lord's Cricket Ground. Simon & Paul are joined by resident chef, at Lord's, Tommy Banks as he embarks on the first festival of its kind at the home of Cricket. We also chat to Tom Shepherd of Upstairs, Will & Jack of Fallow and Alex Bond of Alchemilla & Mollis in Nottingham. Topics include, a dedication to Sat Bains, Great British Menu, Joe Root's love of prawns and what cricketers actually eat!

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Interlude, Paul makes The Daily Mail and Top 5 Cookbooks!

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Big Feastival, Wing Fest Birmingham, Overrated Trends

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Strakers, Perilla, James Martin and Top 5 fish list

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Strakers, Perilla, James Martin, Levi Roots, Big Feastival announcement and Top 5 fish.

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Marco Pierre White; Service & company over taste, suppliers and best food TV shows

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Marco Pierre White and the importance of service and company over taste, trusting suppliers, cooking shows and chewing the industry fat.

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Vegan protestors, Adam Smith collab and Kimchi cocktails

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Vegan protestors, Adam Smith collab, Kimchi cocktails and the best places to eat in the world.

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Grassfed launches! Cameras in kitchens & kitchen equipment

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Minimum spend in restaurants, Marcus Wareing & under-rated ingredients

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Minimum spend in restaurants, Marcus Wareing, Pizza Express and under-rated ingredients.

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Whisky tastings, Pasta festivals & local restaurants

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Chat GPT menu, Whatley Manor & Takeaways

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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David Chang's hot take, Pub in the Park, Hangover cures & Sandwiches

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: David Chang's hot take, Paul at Pub in the Park, new hangover cure and Si’s Top 5 sandwiches.

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John Mountain bans Vegans, Grassfed, Top 5 cuts of meat

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Top 100 at The National Restaurants Awards, Greek Food & Top 5 Nightcap Podcast moments

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Top 100 Restaurants in the UK, Carter’s moves to Evesham for the Summer, Greek Food and Top 5 Nightcap Podcast moments.

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Duck necks, Frog’s legs, Kitchen Pet Peeves & melting Chocolate

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Duck necks, Frog’s legs, Kitchen Pet Peeves and melting Chocolate and chewing the industry fat.

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Cost of living meals, Coventry woes & Top 5 Chocolate bars

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Cost of livings meals, One pot dishes, Paul’s day at Wembley, Si’s Top 5 Chocolate bars and chewing the industry fat.

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Protesters at Adam’s, Death of Desserts & Paul’s most overrated ingredients

Thu, 25 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul’s off to Wembley, Protesters at Adam’s, Are puddings dying out, Paul’s overrated ingredients and chewing the industry fat.

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AI in hospitality, job vacancies, and greatest meals ever

Thu, 18 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Job vacancies, can AI help or hinder the industry? Warwickshire scones, Si’s Top 5 meals ever and chewing the industry fat.

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Farm Africa Football, Cov God Cakes & Top 5 Puddings

Thu, 11 May 2023 09:10:00 -0000

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Non-paying Customers, Hangover meals and local heritage dishes

Thu, 04 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Non-paying customers, Stratford Upon Avon dishes, Simon’s Top 5 Hangover Meals and chewing the industry fat.

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Simon Wood’s Butter, Cereal & Paul being a Top C***

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Simon Wood’s Butter-gate, Top 5 Cereals, Top C***, cooking geese and chewing the industry fat.

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Paul’s weekend food tour, Top 5 beer moments & Bombay Mix

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul returns to Tuddenham Mill, Royal Oak at Whatcote, Angel in Suffolk, Toffs in Solihull, Si’s Top 5 Beer (moments) and chewing the industry fat.

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The GQ’s, Midsummer House, Cygnet at The Swann & Top 5 Crisps

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 09:14:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Gordon at the GQ’s, Midsummer House, The Cygnet at The Swan, Paul’s Top 5 Crisps, Google London HQ and chewing the industry fat.

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Brooklyn Beckham’s Cork, Crisps, Merch & First Jobs

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Brooklyn Beckham cooking corks, Crisps, Carter’s, new merchandise, first jobs and chewing the industry fat.

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The Michelin Awards, Tattoos & Fast Food

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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Power cuts, Anniversaries, dirty spoons & robot waiters

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Power cuts, Salt’s 6 year Anniversary, Dirty spoons, robot waiters and chewing the industry fat.

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Kitchen wounds, un-sanitary guests, crabs and more Michelin predictions

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Kitchen wounds, un-sanitary guests, Paul and Simon’s big night in, crabs, photo shoots and more Michelin predictions.

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Michelin Star Predictions, Coffee & Clarkson’s Farm

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Michelin Star Predictions, Caffè Nero & Starbucks expansions, Listener correspondence, Clarkson’s Farm and more.

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Sushi, wine tasting, swear jars and drains

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

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“When in Rome,” Paul’s culinary trek and Pancake Day!

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Paul heads to Rome to eat and drink everything in sight, Pancake Day and the best toppings and chewing the industry fat.

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Pasta deep dive, Valentine’s Day and cooking spoons

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

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Dirty Dancing with Tom Brown, Gary Usher's £19.95 burger + listener's questions!

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Gary Usher’s £19.95 burger, Dinner at Fallow, listener questions, cowboy stories, and chewing the industry fat. Plus, Paul and Tom Brown go Dirty Dancing.

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Tik Tok trolls, Tomato Carbonara and the new Boiling Point new series

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: The New York Time and tomato carbonara, Paul’s Tik Tok trolls, cooking rice perfectly, the new Boiling Point series with Stephen Graham and chewing the industry fat.

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Bad press, Sartoria, Italian cuisine and rhubarb

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: BBC and Guardian articles that slammed the kitchen environment, lunch and Sartoria, Italian cuisine and Rhubarb (the early year saviour). Plus chewing the industry fat.

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Breakfast Caviar, Pasta Water and the Energy Crisis

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 10:43:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Caviar for breakfast, pasta water, energy crisis, media hype, flatbreads and chewing the industry fat.

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The Menu (Film), Noma, Dry January and Straws

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: New film -The Menu (starring Ralph Fiennes & Anya Taylor-Joy), Noma closing til 2025, single use plastics, dry January and chewing the industry fat.

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New Year, new weekly podcast!

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Each week, Paul Foster (Michelin Star Chef) and Simon Alexander (award winning podcaster/ producer) catch up for coffee at Paul’s Michelin Star Restaurant - Salt, in the centre of Stratford Upon Avon. This week: Christmas in the industry, Thai food, batches vs rolls, Paul’s new toy and chewing the industry fat.

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Series 4, Ep 8 - Adam Woodyatt

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:45:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by gin maker, celebrity Masterchef contestant and actor, who arguably plays one of the most famous characters on UK television (Ian Beale), Adam Woodyatt. On today’s episode: Food in all facets of Adam’s life, from the set of Eastenders to the I’m a Celeb castle. Motor homes, food festivals PLUS Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 7 - Nathan Davies

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:45:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Head Chef and Owner of SY23 in Aberystwyth and 2022 GBM banquet finalist, Mr Nathan Davies. On today’s episode: Refurbs and restarts, cooking over flames and what makes the perfect BBQ, Nathan’s Great British Menu triumph at the 2022 banquet PLUS, as per - Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight.s Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 6 - James Golding

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 10:45:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined Group Chef Director at The Pig Hotels, and Sunday Brunch regular, Mr James Golding. On today’s episode: Foraging, hunting and preparing animals, judging food competitions PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight.s Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 5 - Lee Westcott

Thu, 19 May 2022 10:50:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Starred Chef, Lee Westcott. On today’s episode: Staffing issues in the industry, Lee & Paul’s trip to Mexico, Lee’s plans for 2022 PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 4 - Elly Wentworth

Thu, 12 May 2022 10:45:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined Head Chef at The Angel in Dartmouth and Masterchef the Professionals finalist, Elly Wentworth. On today’s episode: The future of food, Masterchef the Professionals PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 3 - Ben Foster

Thu, 05 May 2022 10:45:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Watford & England Goalkeeper, YouTube and arguably the nation’s most famous amateur cyclist (… and former chef at Cafe Rouge) Ben Foster. On today’s episode: Footballers and their diets. Tips and bonuses in football and in restaurants PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 2 - Tom Booton

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by the youngest head chef in the history of The Grill at the Dorchester and The Chef to Watch Winner at the National Restaurant Awards 2021, it’s Tom Booton. On today’s episode: The history of The Dorchester, being a young chef, restaurant mark-ups, Salt Bae’s receipt PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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Series 4, Ep 1 - Glynn Purnell

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0000

We are back for a brand new series! Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star Chef and Brummie legend, Glynn Purnell. On today’s episode: The Birmingham food scene through the years, Glynn’s new venture in Henley-in-Arden PLUS your listener questions! As per - Boiling Point, Cowboy stories & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

Thanks again to Gusbourne for providing us with tonight's Nightcap. Why not visit their website www.gusbourne.com to find out more or to place your order.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 14 (May 13th 2021)

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:30:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Tricking kids into eating healthy food, best cookbooks, drugs in the kitchen, getting your head out of work, crumpets and more cereal chat.

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 13 (May 6th 2021)

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:45:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - TV appearances, food we've never tried, private cheffing, shop bought vs homemade and googling skills. Plus, your Cowboy Stories!

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

@TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 12 (April 22nd 2021)

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:45:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - 6 UK restaurants in a Super League, venison/game, Snackmasters, Nutella, salt/pepper pots and more cereal chat. Plus, a bumper edition of Cowboy Stories!

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

@TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 11 (April 15th 2021)

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:45:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Sustainability in the kitchen and in the sea, menu buzzwords, crisp flavours, peanut butter, chef attire and more cereal chat.

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

@TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 10 (8th April 2021)

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 10:28:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Solo dining, trial shifts, charge-backs to horrible diners, exotic meat, cannabis cooking and more cereal chat. Plus, your Cowboy Stories!

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

@TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 9 (1st April 2021)

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 10:24:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Faddy techniques, home cooked meals, kitchen music, Anthony Bourdain, more cereal chat. Plus, your Cowboy Stories!

Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too.

@TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 8 (March 24th 2021)

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 14:12:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Cocktails, stock, caviar, desert island dishes, more cereal chat. Plus, your Cowboy Stories! Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 7 (March 18th 2021)

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:11:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Unpopular opinions, dish designing methods, S Club 7, celebs in the dining room and the Best UK chefs under 30! Plus, your Cowboy Stories! Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 6 (March 11th 2021)

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 14:10:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Restaurant decor, best non-Michelin meals, customer complaints and alternate careers! Keep them coming, as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 5 (March 4th 2021)

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 14:10:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Favourite sauces, best cuisines, worst kitchen prep jobs, comfort food, cereal and blogging! Keep them coming as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 4 (Feb 24th 2021)

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:09:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Kitchen department divides, front of house staff skills, Gordon Ramsey's interview with the Chancellor and reactions to strange movie endings! Keep them coming as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 3 (Feb 18th 2021)

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 14:08:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - Kitchen punch-ups, cowboy methods, deep fat fryers and sourdoughs. Keep them coming as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Special - The Burnt Chef Project

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:30:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Kris Hall, founder of The Burnt Chef Project, to talk about mental health in the hospitality industry and the services the The Burnt Chef Project provide for workers in the field. Plus, we have boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Please do rate and review, it helps spread the word! Send us your questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 2 (28th Jan 2021)

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:07:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered - lip-syncing in the kitchen, mental health in the industry and how we've coped with lockdown. Keep them coming as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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Series 3, Ep 8 - Niall Keating

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 13:40:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by 2 Star Michelin Head Chef at Whatley Manor, Niall Keating. On today’s episode: Getting your 2nd Michelin Star, what it’s like working in the industry overseas PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Please do rate and review, it helps spread the word! Send us your questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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Series 3, Ep 7 - Tony Parkin

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:39:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Head Chef at the Tudor Room, Great Fosters Hotel, Tony Parkin. On today’s episode: The social lives of chefs, Tony obtaining the quickest Michelin Star ever PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Please do rate and review, it helps spread the word! Send us your questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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Series 3, Ep 6 - Matt Gillan

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:37:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by GBM winner, Matt Gillan. On today’s episode: Investors vs Kickstarters, starting a family and bringing up kids whilst working in the industry PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Please do rate and review, it helps spread the word! Send us your questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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Series 3, Ep 5 - Tommy Banks

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:26:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star Head Chef and multiple GBM winner, Tommy Banks. On today’s episode: Takeaway boxes, adjusting to life in restaurants under Covid conditions, running restaurants as family PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Please do rate and review, it helps spread the word! Send us your questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap - Ask Us Anything 1 (Sept 24th 2020)

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:06:00 -0000

Paul and Simon answer all your q's you've been sending in. All bases covered from the latest Covid rules/regs to funny stories from the kitchen. Keep them coming as there will be more Ask Us Anything episodes coming in the future too. @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Ugly Delicious, Steak

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:29:00 -0000

This week, Ugly Delicious, Steak. David Chang provides us with an examination of the culture surrounding steak. David compares steakhouses in Japan, Australia, and the United States. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook. Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Julie & Julia

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 13:26:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Julie & Julia. Oscar nominated film from 2009 documents the true stories of Julia Childs (Meryl Streep), in her pursuit of understanding French cuisine for the American audience, and Julie Powell (Amy Adams), a blogger from Queens who cooks 524 of Julia’s recipes in 1 year. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Chef’s Table, Fäviken.

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:21:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Chef’s Table, Fäviken. Episode 6 of Season 1, of the Netflix series, follows Magnus Nilsson in one of the most remote and coveted restaurants in the world, located in Åre Municipality, Jämtland, Sweden. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Street Food Latin America

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 13:25:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Street Food Latin America, Ep1, S2 - Beunos Aires, Argentina. From Choripáns and Fugazzeta to cheesy tortillas - Ep1, S2 of the Netflix series shows us the traditions and tastes of the glorious street food of the Argentinian Capital, including Pato Rodriguez’s market stall in the centre of the city. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Special - Curtis Duffy

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 13:23:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by 3 Michelin starred chef Curtis Duffy, via Zoom in Chicago. After The Nightcap Film Club showcased "For Grace" this summer, Curtis reached out to chat to the guys about the documentary, his new restaurant "Ever," wearing a helmet on your motorcycle and his love of MnM's.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Waiting...

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 13:20:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Waiting… - 2004 film starring Ryan Reynolds. The film depicts the hilarity and chaos of a busy American Steakhouse, featuring all of your classic/stereotypical kitchen and front of house staff. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Chef

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 13:18:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Chef - 2014 film centred around Karl (John Favreau) an established chef who breaks-away from his stale restaurant to travel across America with his best mate and 10 year old son, selling sandwiches from a truck. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - For Grace

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 13:16:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, For Grace - 2015 documentary that tells the story of Chef Curtis Duffy as he begins to open a new restaurant Chicago. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Burnt

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 13:15:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Burnt - 2015 film starring Bradley Cooper as a world renowned chef, striving for his 3rd star whilst battling addiction. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Ratatouille

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:14:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander review a classic film/tv show/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, Ratatouille, the Disney/Pixar classic from 2007. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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The Nightcap Film Club - Chef’s Table, Alinea.

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 13:12:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander watch, review and debate a classic film/tv/documentary to do with the world of food. This week, it's S2 E1 of Chef's Table, an Emmy award winning documentary series on Netflix. This episode features Grant Achatz and his journey in and out of the industry. Send us your suggestions and questions @TheNightcap_pod on Insta, Twitter, Facebook.

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Series 3, Ep 4 - Aktar Islam

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:25:00 -0000

THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE PANDEMIC WAS DECLARED AND NO LOCKDOWN RULES WERE IN PLACE. Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by multiple award-winning Michelin starred chef, restaurateur and entrepreneur Aktar Islam. On today’s episode: Growing up in pubs and restaurants, Paul & Aktar going head to head on Great British Menu PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap

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Series 3, Ep 3 - Tom Sellers

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 12:25:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Starred Head Chef of Restaurant Story, Tom Sellers. On today’s episode: Pairing music with food, food critics and reviews PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Get your free signed menu & win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3!

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Series 3, Ep 2 - Johnny Godden

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:24:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by the founder of infamous The Flying Fish and possible the most mentioned man in Series 1 and 2 of The Nightcap, Johnny Godden. On today’s episode: Life of the supplier and their relationships with chefs, sourcing sustainable produce PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

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Series 3, Ep 1 - Josh Eggleton

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 12:17:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by two time Great British Menu heat winner and Chef owner of Michelin Starred pub, The Pony & Trap, its Josh Eggleton. On today’s episode: Josh’s growing empire, working with your siblings, mental health and wellbeing in the industry PLUS your listener questions! As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. INSTA / TWITTER - @thenightcap_pod

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Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:13:00 -0000

How is the Coronavirus affecting the industry? An update from Paul & Simon.

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The Christmas Special 2019 with Michael O’Hare

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:48:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin starred chef and the man behind the curtain, it's Michael O’Hare. On today’s special: Christmas dinner, the tricks the traps and the traditions. The impact of Christmas on the catering industry and some chat about guilty pleasures. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away.

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Series 2, Ep 8 - Ashley Palmer-Watts

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 13:48:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by a man who has been an integral part of Heston Blumenthal’s The Fat Duck Group for the past twenty years and is now responsible for two-starred restaurant Dinner by Heston, its Ashley Palmer-Watts. On today’s episode: Where cooking meets science, theatre of food at The Fat Duck Group and Paul & Ashley’s Kilimanjaro expedition. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 7 - Lisa Allen

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:09:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Executive Chef of Michelin starred Northcote, and GBM winner & judge, Lisa Allen. On today’s episode: Taking the reins over a restaurant that already has a star, going from a contestant to a judge on Great British Menu and some cookery school chat too. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3! INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 6 - Alex James

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:08:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by award winning cheese maker, food writer and host of one of the country’s biggest food and music festivals… he also plays bass in Blur, Alex James. On today’s episode: Food festivals and doing demos in front of crowds, eating Michelin level food from the punters perspective and some proper cheese chat. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths. PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 5 - Tom Brown

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:32:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by the highest scoring chef in 2017 Great British Menu series and recent winner of Best London Restaurant at the AA Awards, Tom Brown. On today’s episode: Going solo and owning your first restaurant, the role that mentors Sat Bains and Nathan Outlaw have played in Paul and Tom’s careers, plus some more Great British Menu chat. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. www.patreon.com/thenightcap

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Series 2, Ep 4 - Gary Usher

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 13:07:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by award winning restaurateur and crowdfunding king, Gary Usher. This week: Gary’s Channel 4 documentary “The Rebel Chef: My Restaurant Revolution,” crowdfunding, opening up restaurants in run down areas and Twitter’s impact on the industry. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3! PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 3 - Adam Bateman

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:06:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Catey nominated development chef, Adam Bateman. This week: Life of the development chef, the trails and tribulations of high end restaurants in high end hotels and some of the abuse our chefs have encountered in their careers. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Get your free signed menu & win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3! INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 2 - Paul Ainsworth

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:33:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by the Michelin Star and two time 2019 Catey winner, Paul Ainsworth. This week: The Cateys 2019, cooking for vegetarian and vegan diets and Paul Ainsworth’s famous fairground themed dessert from GBM. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Get your free signed menu & win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3! PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 2, Ep 1 - Daniel Clifford

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:00:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by 2 time Great British Menu Winner and Head Chef at the 2 Michelin Star Midsummer House, Daniel Clifford. This week: Cookbooks, The Great British Men: Paul vs Daniel in 2012, where they met. As per - TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks & myths for you to take away. Get your free signed menu & win a meal at Salt and sit in on Season 3! INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Season 2 is coming....

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 11:59:00 -0000

Season 2 is coming, come say hi on INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 1, Ep 8 - Aaron Mulliss

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 11:23:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by former Head Chef at 2 Michelin Star restaurant The Hand & Flowers, Aaron Mulliss. This week: Modern cooking techniques and how The Hand and Flowers use them in the World’s first 2 star pub. Plus, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks. Get your free signed menu: PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 1, Ep 7 - Tim Allen

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 11:20:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Tim Allen of the Flitch of Bacon in Essex. This week: The trials & tribulations of sourcing the best produce, ingredients that Paul & Tim dislike along with TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & some home-cooking hacks.

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Series 1, Ep 6 - Paul Welburn

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 11:23:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Paul Welburn of the Oxford Kitchen. This week: Both Paul Foster and Welburn talk of getting their Michelin Stars on the same day, chefs lifestyles and the unusual hours, staff dinners, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks.

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Series 1, Ep 5 - Pete Sanchez

Thu, 30 May 2019 11:22:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Pete Sanchez, from Casamia in Bristol. This week: Pete & Paul travel to Finland and eat “the best meal they’ve ever had.” Food vs art, the boundaries of food. Trials & tribulations of setting up your own restaurant, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks. SUPPORT US ON PATREON - www.patreon.com/thenightcap INSTA - @thenightcap_pod

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Series 1, Ep 4 - Simon Hulstone

Thu, 23 May 2019 11:22:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Simon Hulstone from The Elephant in Torquay. This week: Romance vs reality of “growing your own.” Does kitchen banter go too far? Shouting in the kitchen, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks.

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Series 1, Ep 3 - Frances Atkins

Thu, 16 May 2019 11:21:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Frances Atkins of The Yorke Arms near Harrogate. This week: The Great British Menu TV experience, male & female perspectives of the industry, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & home-cooking hacks.

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Series 1, Ep 2 - Brad Carter

Thu, 09 May 2019 11:21:00 -0000

Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Michelin Star chef Brad Carter from Carters of Moseley in Birmingham. This week: Getting your first Michelin Star, cooking for people with allergies, portion sizes, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & staff dinners.

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Series 1, Ep 1 - Calum Franklin

Thu, 02 May 2019 11:21:00 -0000

Calum Franklin. Paul Foster & Simon Alexander are joined by Calum, who became insta-famous by reimagining old pie recipes and posting them online. He resides at the Holborn Dining Room in London. This week: What does it take to get a Michelin Star? Is TripAdvisor good for the industry? Plus, TripAdvisor reviews, Boiling Point & Take That.

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