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The Recipe podcast is hosted by Theo Randall, Chef Patron at the Theo Randall Cucina Italiana. In each episode we meet a special guest who loves food, and they’ll tell us all about their favourite recipe as we celebrate the stories behind the dishes that define us.

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In this episode, Theo is joined by the brilliant Jamie Oliver, the global phenomenon, tireless campaigner, and one of the most influential voices in food who has spent his career making cooking accessible, joyful, and transformative for millions of p... more

In this episode, Theo is joined by the brilliant Matt Tebbutt, the award winning chef and beloved presenter of BBC's Saturday Kitchen Live who has spent his career making high end cooking techniques accessible to everyone. From his early days trainin... more

In this episode, Theo is joined by the brilliant Emily English, a nutritionist, best-selling cookbook author, and one of the most influential voices in making healthy eating accessible, delicious, and joyful. With three Sunday Times bestselling cookb... more

In this episode, Theo is joined by the brilliant Kirk Haworth, chef and co-founder of Plates London, a restaurant that achieved a historic Michelin star for its holistic plant-based methodology and was crowned the 2024 Great British Menu Champion of ... more

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Recent Guests

Emily English
Sunday Times bestselling author and nutritionist
The Nutritionist
Episode: How Modelling Damaged My Relationship With Food: Emily English on Making Nutrition Joyful Again
Kirk Haworth
Co-founder of Plates London, Michelin-starred plant-based chef
Plates London
Episode: How Lyme Disease Led Me to a Michelin Star: Chef Kirk Haworth on Plant-Based Cooking
Barney Desmazery
Arguably the architect of the modern British recipe; long-time Good Food editor
Good Food / Journalist
Episode: What Makes the Perfect Recipe: Barney Desmazery on How He Writes Good Food Recipes
Sami Tamimi
Chef and author focused on Palestinian cooking
Bostani (book)
Episode: Why I Left Ottolenghi After 20 Years: Sami Tamimi on Palestinian Cooking & Going Solo
Brynn Pirathapan
MasterChef UK 20th series winner, veterinary surgeon turned chef
Self/Elevate cookbook author
Episode: From Veterinary Surgeon to MasterChef Champion: Chef Brin Pirathapan on Sri Lankan Flavours
Carlo Scotto
Chef with Neapolitan roots and London career
Chef, based in London
Episode: How a Judge Changed My Life: Chef Carlo Scotto on Finding Purpose Through Italian Cooking
Nargisse Benkabbo
Chef and cookbook author focused on Moroccan cuisine
Author of Madaq; former executive chef in Marrakesh
Episode: From Corporate Life to Head Chef: Nargisse Benkabbo on Finding Her Calling Through Moroccan Food
Gennaro Contaldo
Chef and forager; mentor to Jamie Oliver
Independent chef/author
Episode: Why British Italian Food Was Wrong: Gennaro Contaldo on Carbonara Crimes & Mentoring Jamie Oliver
John Gregory-Smith
Chef and author focused on global flavors and tray-bake cooking
Author of The Greatest Tray-Bake Cookbook Ever
Episode: From Failed Business to Cookbook Success: John Gregory-Smith on Travelling The World For New Flavour

Host

Theo Randall
Host of the show; Chef Patron at the Theo Randall Cucina Italiana; likely central figure guiding conversations about recipes, technique, and industry stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • A Great Listen

    Absolutely fantastic to listen to Theo and Adam. Adam is a top chef and as Theo says at the end he’s a humble man but cares a lot about his team and customers. Which during lockdown I can personally vouch for . I would highly recommend watching this episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mister_Lloyd_29
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Delicious show

    Can’t wait for more of these. Theo’s a great host. A new favourite for when I’m peeling the veg!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Belinda Chance
    United Kingdom6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are consistently diverse, offering authentic culinary perspectives and practical insights.
Sound quality and pacing keep the episodes approachable while still deeply informative.
The show is praised for actionable kitchen tips and engaging host-guest dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the warmth and depth of cooking conversations and chef stories.

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Apple Podcasts
#76
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#14
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#110
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#9
Italy/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Lyme Disease Led Me to a Michelin Star: Chef Kirk Haworth on Plant-Based Cooking
Q: What are you cooking today and what makes it special?
An English rice pudding with vanilla, Yorkshire rhubarb, and a medicinal spice milk, finished with silken tofu for a silky mouthfeel, showcasing how plant-based ingredients can deliver rich, comforting textures.
How Modelling Damaged My Relationship With Food: Emily English on Making Nutrition Joyful Again
Q: What are you cooking for us today?
Emily makes a creamy roasted red pepper pasta with pesto and cashews, highlighting a nutritionally complete, low-fuss one-pan dish that fits into a busy lifestyle.
What Makes the Perfect Recipe: Barney Desmazery on How He Writes Good Food Recipes
Q: What is your approach to teaching someone to cook a dish like this?
Start with the basics of the technique, then layer in variations and seasonal twists to keep the dish approachable yet interesting, always ensuring the end result remains reliable for readers to reproduce.
Why I Left Ottolenghi After 20 Years: Sami Tamimi on Palestinian Cooking & Going Solo
Q: What advice would you give a new chef today?
Sami emphasizes building personal knowledge through experience, travel, and trying different cuisines, and trusting one's own path and instincts.
Why I Left Ottolenghi After 20 Years: Sami Tamimi on Palestinian Cooking & Going Solo
Q: Sami, what are you going to cook for us today?
Sami explains a childhood dish—couscous with tomato, onion, and yogurt—and how he adapts it for different age groups, illustrating his philosophy of simple, home cooking that can be elevated.

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What is The Recipe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversation-focused food show that centers on the stories and techniques behind beloved dishes, with guests ranging from celebrated chefs to culinary explorers. Episodes often thread personal origins, mentorship, sustainable cooking, and kitchen storytelling into practical cooking moments, delivering vivid dish demonstrations and insights into traditional methods meeting modern kitchens. A standout pattern is the emphasis on authentic ingredients, regional cuisines, and the philosophy of cooking as a means of connection—whether mentoring the next generation, championing waste-free approaches, or sharing family recipes.

Noteworthy traits include a guest roster that mixes renowned chefs with regional specialists, a hands-on vibe with live ... more

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1. Emily English
2. Kirk Haworth
3. Barney Desmazery
4. Sami Tamimi
5. Brynn Pirathapan
6. Carlo Scotto
7. Nargisse Benkabbo
8. Gennaro Contaldo

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