Series 1
(2024)
Overview
Marcus Wareing is in Provence, discovering the secrets of simple French food.
Cast
as Self - Presenter
Episodes
The Tomato 0.0
May 6, 2024
In Provence, the tomato is king, and Marcus is on a mission to discover the ultimate simple tomato recipe.
Lamb 0.0
May 7, 2024
Marcus discovers how lamb is produced in Provence. Is there a local lamb dish to rival his favourite Lancashire hotpot?
Goats' Cheese and Pétanque 0.0
May 8, 2024
Marcus indulges in the French passions of food and sport. He goes on the hunt for the ultimate local cheese to impress …
Olives 0.0
May 9, 2024
Marcus wants to understand Provence’s passion for olives, from oil, desserts and even an olive breaking competition.
Pigs and Snails 0.0
May 13, 2024
Marcus looks to impress the locals during a cooking demo at a farmers' market with a meat that is loved equally by the …
Bread and the Croque Monsieur 0.0
May 14, 2024
The baguette is an essential in France that’s eaten with every meal. It's also popular in the UK as a sandwich, but do …
Retro Fruit Dishes 0.0
May 15, 2024
The UK loves fruit-based classics like apple crumble. Marcus wants to discover if it’s the same in France. Do they have…
Roast Chicken and Provencal Wine 0.0
May 16, 2024
Marcus wants to give the French a run for their money with a twist on a classic Sunday roast using a meat beloved by th…
Chocolate 0.0
May 17, 2024
There is one delicious food that is adored the world over: chocolate. But Marcus loves a good old-fashioned British bar…
Fish 0.0
May 18, 2024
The Brits and French share a passion for poisson. Marcus wants to discover which fish they celebrate in Provence, and i…
Beef 0.0
May 20, 2024
The British people are proud of their beef dishes, and the French are too. Steak frites is a national institution but i…
Herbes de Provence 0.0
May 21, 2024
Herbes de Provence is famous. But with no UK equivalent, Marcus wants to create his own simple dried herb mix to rival …
Sweet Treats 0.0
May 22, 2024
With all the incredible meat, fish and cheese in Provence, it’s easy to focus on the savoury food offerings. But, Marcu…
Red Rice 0.0
May 23, 2024
Marcus has a VIP coming for dinner, and he wants to impress. He intends to build the meal around one simple local ingre…
Farm Party 0.0
May 24, 2024
Marcus’s time in Saint-Remy is nearly over. He’s going to a local farm party and has to bring a dish. For a celebratory…