
Lara Prendergast and Olivia Potts interview notable guests about their life, through the food and drink that has come to define it.Lara Prendergast is the Food and Drink Editor of Spectator Life.Olivia Potts is Spectator Life's Vintage Chef.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 179 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Tom Gilbey, the internet’s most charismatic wine expert, sits down with Olivia Potts for Table Talk. Tom is a winemaker, merchant, educator – and also an author. His new book, Thirsty, is part-memoir, part guide to his life through wine in 100 bottle... more
A woman that needs no introduction for regular Spectator readers, Tanya Gold has been the Spectator’s restaurant critic since 2011. On the podcast she tells Lara why – while it might be annoying – fellow critic Jay Rayner is never wrong, why the pand... more
Sandrine Zhang Ferron is a tech entrepreneur and founder of Vinterior, the online marketplace for antique and vintage furniture. She joins Olivia Potts on this episode of Table Talk.
Sandrine shares her memories of growing up with Chinese and Frenc... more
Stephen Harris, a self-taught chef who has run the Michelin-starred restaurant The Sportsman for over 25 years, sits down with Olivia Potts on Table Talk. Based just outside of Whitstable in Kent, The Sportsman has won national restaurant of the year... more
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I was thrilled to discover this podcast - and to hear my favorite food critic, the effervescent Tanya Gold. Scintillating (and entertaining) interviews with people who know and celebrate great food.
Just discovered this jewel of a podcast. Love the way both interviewers handle questions. Especially love the way they don’t talk over each other or interject their own tidbits - which I’m sure would be interesting, but would perhaps take away from the guest and their stories.
Many thanks for hours of enjoyment and knowledge!
The guests might sometimes be dull, and sometimes not even interested in food, but the hosts are wonderfully charming and perceptive. Some of the podcasts, such as that featuring the estimable and eloquent Fuchsia Dunlop, are stellar and worth more than one listen.
Lovely interviews especially with chefs and cooks. My only gripe is the peculiar pronunciation by the presenters of 'cook' and 'book'!
I recently discovered The Spectator, thanks to Talk Radio, and was browsing to find an easy-on-the-ear, enjoyable podcast to listen to. This is just a dream. It’s an enveloping marshmallow comfort cloud of a listen but it’s also so intelligent and informative; additionally, the two presenters have such lovely voices that I’m thinking of going for elocution lessons ! I particularly loved the Cressida Bonas interview, but also the Marcus Wareing interview. Having watched Marcus on Masterchef for m... more
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A unique exploration of life stories tied to culinary experiences is the hallmark of this show. Hosts engage in insightful conversations with a variety of guests, including chefs, writers, and critics, inviting them to share how food shapes their memories and identities. The discussions delve into personal anecdotes that intertwine food with culture, sustainability, and the intricacies of the contemporary culinary scene, making it a fascinating listen for anyone interested in the profound connection between life and food. Expect to hear about issues like sustainability in food production, personal food narratives, and the cultural significance of various cuisines, often highlighting the emotional underpinnings of the dining experience.
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Recent guests on Table Talk include:
1. Tom Gilbey
2. Tanya Gold
3. Sandrine Zhang Ferron
4. Stephen Harris
5. Andrew Turvil
6. Raymond Blanc
7. Ben Lippett
8. Brett Graham
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