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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

This week, we’re revisiting our live episode with Sarah Jessica Parker. And what a guest she was.

Sarah has always had a deep love of food, so we had plenty to talk about: from the role of food in Sex and the City, where so many memorable conversat... more

During our between-season break, we’re revisiting some of our favourite conversations from the Ruthie’s Table 4 archive.

This week, we're looking back to when Benedict Cumberbatch joined me at The River Cafe to talk about Negronis with Wes Anderson... more

As we look forward to Series 6 in October, we’re revisiting some of our favourite episodes of Ruthie’s Table 4.

Zoe Saldaña was a force from the moment she entered the restaurant back in 2025. She told us stories about her grandmother’s coconut des... more

Whether in film, music, books or television, food can be a source of inspiration or integral to the way we work.

In this special compilation episode of Ruthie's Table 4, we're talking about the shared ingredients of what we do, with Gayle King, Mar... more

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Recent Guests

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.
Emerald Fennell
Guest, writer and director
Film industry
Episode: How Food Shapes Our Work… Gayle King, Mark Ronson, Graham Norton, Emerald Fennell, and Patrick Radden Keefe.
Patrick Radden Keefe
Guest, journalist and author
New Yorker
Episode: How Food Shapes Our Work… Gayle King, Mark Ronson, Graham Norton, Emerald Fennell, and Patrick Radden Keefe.
Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister of New Zealand (former)
Government of New Zealand
Episode: Where Food Meets Politics… Jacinda Ardern, Andrew Jarecki, Erin Lyall, Hilton Als, Annie Leibovitz, Kamala Harris
Andrew Jarecki
Documentary filmmaker
Technique/Film
Episode: Where Food Meets Politics… Jacinda Ardern, Andrew Jarecki, Erin Lyall, Hilton Als, Annie Leibovitz, Kamala Harris
Erin Lyall
CBS conflict producer
CBS News
Episode: Where Food Meets Politics… Jacinda Ardern, Andrew Jarecki, Erin Lyall, Hilton Als, Annie Leibovitz, Kamala Harris
Hilton Als
Writer and critic
The New Yorker (editorial context)
Episode: Where Food Meets Politics… Jacinda Ardern, Andrew Jarecki, Erin Lyall, Hilton Als, Annie Leibovitz, Kamala Harris

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<>
    Australia2 months ago
  • The PALM

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatieP124
    Australia5 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 Africa5 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
    Australia6 months ago
  • The best guests

    Consistently great guests and great convos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FifiP4567
    United Kingdom8 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
#46
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#11
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#61
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#178
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#10
Australia/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
If You Can't Take the Heat… How Does a Restaurant Handle a Roasting Summer?
Q: What were the key menu adaptations for hot weather?
We pulled out cooler, room-temperature or cold dishes like chilled soups, cold tomato salads, and panzenella; we also prepared certain items ahead and chilled them to keep flavors bright and temperatures balanced for service.
Clare Hornby, Founder and CEO of ME+EM
Q: How do you balance the demands of running a growing business with family life?
I view life with children as a marathon and prioritize the moments they'll remember—holidays, weekends, cooking, and sports—while building a business that can sustain both personal and professional growth through disciplined numbers and intuition.
Clare Hornby, Founder and CEO of ME+EM
Q: What was the turning point that led you from pajama wear to Me+Em as a full-fledged brand?
After experimenting with a niche pajama line, we pivoted to Me+Em, combining direct-to-consumer strategies, a focus on fit and fabric, and leveraging my background in luxury retail to create a modern British luxury positioning that resonated in America and beyond.
Clare Hornby, Founder and CEO of ME+EM
Q: Tell me about your early life and how it influenced your path into fashion.
Growing up in Saddleworth near Oldham, I learned the value of hard work, earning money from a young age, and the love of making things with my hands, which later translated into designing clothes and building a brand that emphasizes quality ingredients and careful craftsmanship.

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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. Gayle King
3. Mark Ronson
4. Emerald Fennell
5. Patrick Radden Keefe
6. Jacinda Ardern
7. Andrew Jarecki
8. Erin Lyall

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