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5 O' Clock Apron

5 O' Clock Apron
Cooking
Mackerel
Paneer Curry
Sex Education
Cornwall
Paella
Linguine Alle Vongole
Sudanese Cuisine
Date and Tomato Tagine
Indian Cuisine
Food Writing
Waste Management
Recycling
Healthy Cooking
Sponge Cake
Dyslexia
Wildlife Photography
Tabbouleh
Beetroot
Lifeguarding

Chef and food writer Claire Thomson invites you to join her as she steps out of her kitchen to discover what's cooking in the home kitchens of Britain and beyond. Claire is renowned for her authentic take on home cooking and loved for her inspirational and no nonsense approach to food and cookery. In this podcast, Claire is on a mission to discover and cook other people's favourite, tried and test... more

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For this final episode of season 4 of 5 O’ Clock Apron Podcast Claire cooks with her 19-year-old daughter Grace, the catalyst for Dear Grace the cookbook. As many who follow Claire on instagram @5oclockapron will know, Grace left home for University ... more

Lemn Sissay is a lifeforce. A poet, three times Sunday Times bestselling author, memoirist playwright curator and broadcaster. Lemn also has some of his poems embedded as landmarks in the physical architecture of Manchester, London and the British Co... more

Gerald Stratford is a gardener and a gentleman. Claire drove to the Cotswolds for this episode of 5 O Clock Apron Podcast. Knocking on Gerald’s front door, Claire is quickly whisked through the house, past Elizabeth, Gerald’s wife, and their dog, Bil... more

Miriam Gonzaléz Durantéz is a force, and Claire loved cooking with her for this episode of 5 O’ Clock Apron Podcast. Worth noting here that Claire is keen to get the elephant in the room over with as soon as Claire and Miriam start cooking in Miriam’... more

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Recent Guests

Grace Williamson
Grace, Claire's daughter and guest cook for the episode
Student, Grace Williamson
Episode: Lentil Soup with Student Grace Williamson
Lemn Sissay
Poet, author, and broadcaster invited onto the show
Poet and Author
Episode: Butter Chicken with Poet Lemn Sissay
Gerald Stratford
Gardener and internet personality known for his large vegetables and social media presence
Gardening community, Instagram presence
Episode: Potato Salad, Gherkins and Mortadella with Gardener Gerald Stratford
Miriam González
International lawyer and activist (Inspiring Girls)
Inspiring Girls
Episode: Marmitako (Basque Tuna Stew) with Lawyer and Politician Miriam Durántez González
Michael Wooldridge
Professor of Artificial Intelligence
Oxford University
Episode: Black Bean Chilli with Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Oxford University Michael Wooldridge
Dee Ryding
Undertaker and funeral director who also became a celebrant
Funeral industry
Episode: Chicken Curry with Undertaker Dee Ryding
Yasmine Naghdi
Principal ballerina at the Royal Ballet
Royal Ballet
Episode: Ballerina Yasmine Naghdi makes linguine alle vongole
Ruby Rare
Sex educator and creator in the field of sexual health.
Episode: Sex Educator Ruby Rare makes a salad, sexy, naturally!
Amol Rajan
Broadcaster and journalist.
Episode: Broadcaster Amol Rajan cooks a Paneer Curry

Host

Claire Thomson
Chef and food writer known for authentic home cooking with a no-nonsense approach.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 169 ratings
  • Wonderful listen

    A brilliant concept, Claire is so good at making you feel you are a silent participant in a fascinating conversation between her and her really interesting guests whilst they create their favourite dishes which sound delicious - if that is a concept. Thoroughly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs_VJJ
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • Food for the ears

    like eating a piece of sourdough straight from the oven with a slab of salted butter. Delicious and wholesome

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emalee967
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Inspirational

    Accessible role model

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuiteCharity
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great format!

    Claire is a great presenter. Very entertaining and have learnt so much.. now off to buy her bean book and probably all the others!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jane, Derbyshire
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Superb!

    Lovely conversation and insight over great food. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HH runner
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring varied perspectives, enriching conversations beyond recipes.
Hosts' genuine, down-to-earth vibe makes listeners feel like they're cooking with friends.
Listeners praise its warm, chatty style that makes cooking feel approachable and social.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#234
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#12
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#104
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#198
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#240
France/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#246
Germany/Arts/Food

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Butter Chicken with Poet Lemn Sissay
Q: How did your early life influence your decision to become a writer and thinker about family?
Lemn explains that his experiences with adoption, foster care, and searching for his mother deeply shaped his sense of identity and storytelling, driving him to write and share his truth.
Pasta Granny’s Mum, Susan Bennison, aged 92 yrs bakes her best Sponge Cake
Q: Have you been on any other podcasts before, Sue?
No, I have not been on any podcasts before, it's quite new to me.
Pasta Granny’s Mum, Susan Bennison, aged 92 yrs bakes her best Sponge Cake
Q: What flavor did you make for Vicky's wedding cake?
I made Sabaosa, an Italian recipe meaning sand cake, made with potato flour.
Farmer Ben Andrews cooks his Herefordshire take on Bulgogi Beef
Q: What do you think is the future of farming with regards to climate change?
Ben believes we need to mitigate and adapt to climate change by changing how we grow and manage land to cope with its effects.
Farmer Ben Andrews cooks his Herefordshire take on Bulgogi Beef
Q: What are we going to cook today and why?
Ben is going to create a Herefordshire take on bulgogi beef featuring his own beef and kale, inspired by what he has readily available at home.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5 O' Clock Apron

What is 5 O' Clock Apron about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, approachable cooking show that drops into home kitchens around Britain and beyond to cook favourite, trusted recipes with guests from a wide range of professions. Episodes weave practical cooking tips with personal stories, travel anecdotes, and conversations about sustainability, nutrition, and everyday life, all in a relaxed, chatty style. The format often features a guest sharing a signature dish or a family recipe, while the host keeps the tone friendly, informal, and entertaining, making it easy for listeners to cook along at home.

A standout mix of guests, from farmers and dancers to comedians and sex educators, provides diverse perspectives on food, culture, and daily life, while the host's no-nonsense, authentic approach to... more

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Recent guests on 5 O' Clock Apron include:

1. Grace Williamson
2. Lemn Sissay
3. Gerald Stratford
4. Miriam González
5. Michael Wooldridge
6. Dee Ryding
7. Yasmine Naghdi
8. Ruby Rare

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