Ainsley Harriott is joined by Alison Hammond and Aldo Zilli in the first episode of a new cookery series, which focuses on dishes that conjure up memories of holidays. Ainsley prepares spicy Seafood linguine with chilli and cherry tomatoes, Alison makes a Tunisian inspired lamb and cous cous dish, and Aldo gives a masterclass in making crispy chilli and parsley calamari. Finally, Ainsley also whips up a souvlaki and tiramisu.
Ainsley Harriott recreates some of his mother's recipes, including brown chicken stew and rice n' peas. Country music duo the Shires take over the kitchen for a jam session and a late-night pasta feast, while Juliet Sear shares her mother's secret quiche recipe and Ainsley knocks up some homemade garlic bread and coconut and lime fairy cakes.
Ainsley starts his "Forgotten Classics" menu with a sumptuous minced beef, potato and onion pie served with buttery greens. TV presenter and radio DJ Vick Hope joins Ainsley to introduce him to a spicy prawn cocktail and a rumba round the kitchen, and long-time friend Brian Turner will be reminding us why faggots deserve a come-back. Finally, Ainsley puts a fresh spin on the coronation chicken.
Ainsley is in his kitchen and inspired by the great dishes of the school canteen. He starts his school dinner menu with a sumptuous shepherd's pie with minted peas.
Join Ainsley in his kitchen where it's time for that Great British tradition - tea. Ainsley puts a modern twist on that old king of dessert trolley, with black forest brownies.
Ainsley embarks on his journey with a twist on a Caribbean favourite: jerk pork belly with roti and coconut and mango slaw. "Strictly' co-star, journalist, and TV presenter Anita Rani adds a hint of spice to Ainsley"s life with her Baingan bhartha.
Ainsley starts with an all-time favourite: sausage with mustard mash, and onion and red wine gravy. "Great British Bake-Off" favourite Selasi Gbormittah joins him in the kitchen, and shows Ainsley his sumptuous and indulgent hazelnut profiteroles. Plus, the lovely Candice Brown reveals her take on a bar snack classic, with a ham hock and apple Scotch egg.
Joining Ainsley in his kitchen, where he is cooking up some relaxing and comforting food for lazy Sundays, including sweetcorn fritters with avocado, tomato and black bean salsa, and poached egg. Gyles Brandreth joins Ainsley to demonstrate his take on the fish finger sandwich. Plus, "BOSH!" chefs Henry Firth and Ian Theasby show Ainsley how to concoct their custard tarts for that Sunday sweet fix, before Ainsley finishes the menu with a rosemary and anchovy slow-roasted lamb with roasted roots.
Ainsley is inspired by dishes for those special occasions - date nights, anniversaries, dinner parties and festivals.
Ainsley starts with a hearty beef and red pea stew with thyme spinner dumplings. He is joined in the kitchen by Strictly Come Dancing Royalty Anton Du Beke.
Ainsley proves that granny knows best, and drawing from his memories, he starts by recreating a comforting gold-top Irish stew made by his friend's granny. He's joined by pal Brian Turner, who makes him classic sage and chicken cobbler from a family recipe. "EastEnders' and `I'm A Celebrity..." star Jessica Plummer drops by, while Ainsley knocks up the Lancastrian favourite: buttery Eccles cakes.
Ainsley and guests are living the Life of Pie. His first dish, tarragon crusted chicken, leek and mushroom pie is perfect for all the family. Julie Jones, aka the Queen of Pastry shows off some crowd-pleasing decorations on her rhubarb pie. Alexandra Burke joins Ainsley while he makes her a traditional fisherman's pie, while Olly Smith looks into beers, with some great accompaniments for any kind of pie. Then finally, Ainsley puts his twist on a classic with his lemon and coconut meringue pie.
Ainsley indulges his naughty side with all kinds of sweets and treats, starting with his cheesy, gooey souffle Welsh rarebit muffins. Bake Off star Briony Williams wows with her towering treat, a miso caramel and pear chocolate layer cake. Superstar, actor, singer and legend John Barrowman entertains, whilst Ainsley shows him how to make the French classic palmiers two ways - savoury and sweet.
Ainsley indulges his naughty side with all kinds of sweets and treats, starting with his cheesy, gooey souffle Welsh rarebit muffins. Bake Off star Briony Williams wows with her towering treat, a miso caramel and pear chocolate layer cake. Superstar, actor, singer and legend John Barrowman entertains, whilst Ainsley shows him how to make the French classic palmiers two ways – savoury and sweet. Olly Smith has some drinks that are perfect for an indulgent moment, while Ainsley’s final dish is a Harriott house favourite, his mango and passion fruit tray bake with Lime & Passion Fruit Yoghurt..
Ainsley takes inspiration from days beside the seaside. Starting with his Caribbean squash and chickpea roti with hot sauce yoghurt. Bake Off Winner, Candice Brown, brings all the fun of the fair with her naughty toffee apple doughnuts. Ainsley cooks up his take on a beachside classic for mate and comedian Alan Davies with his crispy fish cakes, garden pea crush and sweet potato wedges. Olly Smith has hunted out the perfect wines for sipping by the seashore.
Ainsley Harriott is joined by Christopher Biggins, Martine McCutcheon and Brian Turner for this Christmas special. On the menu are festive bubble patties, Thai turkey and coconut broth with chilli, coconut and coriander scones, and chocolate bread and butter pudding with spiced cherries. Plus, drinks expert Olly Smith is on hand to knock up some festive tipples, including an alcoholic chocolate milkshake.
