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Ruthie's Table 4

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Food
The River Cafe
River Cafe
Food Memories
Cooking
Italian Cuisine
New York
Comfort Food
Family Meals
Food Politics
London
Food Culture
Sustainability
Wine
Family Traditions
Theater
Culinary Arts
New York City
Childhood Memories
Fashion

For nearly forty years, The River Cafe in London has been a home-from-home for artists, architects, designers, actors, collectors, writers, activists and politicians. It is also the home of its co-founder, Ruthie Rogers — restaurateur, cookbook author, podcast host and one of the most influential figures in British food.

On Ruthie’s Table 4, Ruthie invites her guests — many of them friends and lo... more

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Latest Episodes

We have something new for Series 6: Table 4: Chefs’ Notes! Each week, our Executive Chefs, Sian Wyn Owen and Joseph Trivelli, join me to share the secrets behind our favourite River Cafe recipes.

In this episode, Nile Rodgers reads our recipe for g... more

Welcome to Season Six!

How did growing up in a household affected by heroin, surrounded by jazz greats, shape Nile Rodgers? How did his Barbadian grandmother’s lessons about spices influence him? And what was it really like working with Madonna, D... more

We’re back!

The sixth season of Ruthie’s Table 4 begins Tuesday, 3 November.

Steve Martin and Martin Short tell us why grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup make the perfect Christmas dinner. Nile Rodgers remembers cooking with his grandmothe... more

With Richard E. Grant delighting audiences on The Traitors, we’re looking back at this special episode of Ruthie’s Table 4. I remember Richard and his wife Joan in the early days of The River Cafe, coming in for lunch and sitting at the same table, a... more

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Recent Guests

Richard E. Grant
Actor known for his film and stage work, including playing Henry Higgins in My Fair Lady
Episode: From the Archive: Richard E. Grant on eating the same seven meals growing up, Henry Higgins and coping with loss
Gary Lineker
Professional footballer and broadcaster
Goalhanger
Episode: From the Archive: Gary Lineker on Goals, Gnocchi, and Refusing to Stay Silent
Cate Blanchett
Actor, director and activist
Various including acting and directing credits
Episode: From the Archive: Cate Blanchett on growing her own food, multiculturalism, and a disastrous Christmas dinner
Sarah Jessica Parker
Actress and producer, guest on Ruthie's Table 4
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Episode: From the Archives: Sarah Jessica Parker on the importance of food in Sex and the City, cooking with her husband, and pork chops.
Benedict Cumberbatch
Award-winning actor
Actor
Episode: From the Archive: Benedict Cumberbatch on Living with Wes Anderson, Imitating Ruthie & ‘Daddy Pancakes’
Zoe Saldaña
Actress and guest on this episode
Episode: From the Archive: Zoe Saldaña on Growing Up in Queens, Family Recipes & Why NYC Has the Best Pizza
Gayle King
Guest, media personality
CBS News / OTHERS
Episode: How Food Shapes Our Work… Gayle King, Mark Ronson, Graham Norton, Emerald Fennell, and Patrick Radden Keefe.
Mark Ronson
Guest, musician and producer
Music industry
Episode: How Food Shapes Our Work… Gayle King, Mark Ronson, Graham Norton, Emerald Fennell, and Patrick Radden Keefe.
Graham Norton
Guest, broadcaster and comedian
BBC / TV host
Episode: How Food Shapes Our Work… Gayle King, Mark Ronson, Graham Norton, Emerald Fennell, and Patrick Radden Keefe.

Host

Ruthie Rogers
Host of Ruthie's Table 4, affiliated with The River Cafe properties and related productions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Ab Rogers

    Such an interesting interview. Food for the soul literally!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Literature<>
    Australia4 months ago
  • The PALM

    Such an interesting episode with Bruce Bozzi from beginning to end.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatieP124
    Australia7 months ago
  • What’s with the sound volume?

    Have found the discussions interesting. But am no longer following or listening as the recorded sound is just too low.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cloeotis
    South Africa7 months ago
  • Favourite guests!

    I love this podcast! My favourite guests are Joseph and Sian. I love hearing what they have been cooking up at the River Cafe. Sian’s “pull out the stops” dishes always sound delicious, as do Joseph’s hearty, seasonal ideas. Thank you all :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RosaShip
    Australia8 months ago
  • The best guests

    Consistently great guests and great convos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FifiP4567
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests consistently receive praise for fascinating conversations and strong host facilitation.
Listeners appreciate the intimate, warm table-talk vibe and the guest diversity.
Sound quality is a common critique when volume or clarity lags.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#38
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#232
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#17
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#22
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#158
Canada/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From the Archive: Richard E. Grant on eating the same seven meals growing up, Henry Higgins and coping with loss
Q: What did you find is the way that you've coped with loss?
Grant says he has never wanted to get over Joan's death. He sees grief as something to navigate daily rather than a hurdle to pass.
From the Archive: Richard E. Grant on eating the same seven meals growing up, Henry Higgins and coping with loss
Q: Do you eat for comfort or did you stop eating when you had tragedy in your life?
Grant says he ate for comfort and cooked three times a day during Joan's illness, both to care for her and to have a routine that gave him respite.
From the Archives: Sarah Jessica Parker on the importance of food in Sex and the City, cooking with her husband, and pork chops.
Q: How did dining culture influence your work on Sex and the City?
She explains that food scenes were central to scenes and character dynamics, created to open conversations and reflect relationships, with a particular emphasis on how the coffee shop and dining moments framed themes.
From the Archives: Sarah Jessica Parker on the importance of food in Sex and the City, cooking with her husband, and pork chops.
Q: What happens on an aeroplane when you have a long distance flight?
Parker notes that airline food quality varies by carrier, contributes to comfort when traveling, and she keeps snacks in her bag to manage hunger, indicating a practical approach to travel sustenance.
From the Archive: Benedict Cumberbatch on Living with Wes Anderson, Imitating Ruthie & ‘Daddy Pancakes’
Q: Tell me about growing up, so where were you born?
Benedict describes being born in London and growing up in a theatrical family, with parents who were actors and a childhood shaped by performing and attending theatre, which fostered his early love for storytelling and performance.

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What is Ruthie's Table 4 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners lean into intimate, food-forward conversations that blend memory, culture, and design with high-profile guests. Episodes frequently center on food memories, hospitality, and the social meaning of meals, often weaving in design, fashion, journalism, and arts through wide-ranging guest profiles. The format's strength lies in warm, table-side storytelling from the River Café ecosystem, paired with thoughtful curiosity from the host, and occasional book readings or culinary demonstrations. This mix appeals to listeners who enjoy human-centered storytelling, behind-the-scenes restaurant culture, and cross-disciplinary conversations about food, memory, and identity. It probably stands out for its cozy, convivial vibe, strong emphasis on... more

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2. Gary Lineker
3. Cate Blanchett
4. Sarah Jessica Parker
5. Benedict Cumberbatch
6. Zoe Saldaña
7. Gayle King
8. Mark Ronson

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