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5 Episodes 2021 - 2021
Episode 1
47 mins
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.
Episode 2
46 mins
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.
Episode 3
48 mins
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.
Episode 4
46 mins
Ainsley prepares a selection of dishes perfect for al fresco dining, including Cypriot lamb chops, cherry tomato skewers and potato salad. Supper Club's Joseph Denison Carey serves up a tagliatelle.
Episode 5
48 mins
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.