Come Dine with Me Season 14 Episodes

Episode 1

Basingstoke, Gill Bulley

24 mins

The five contestants from Basingstoke for this week are: horseback riding lover Sophie Branfield, who believes she is living every little girl's dream by imminently marrying a rich investment banker; business development director Gill Bulley, who believes in love over money; electrician Richard Carpenter, who's a man's man in that he prefers an evening out with the guys for a few pints; art teacher Gabrielle Hennig, who because of her profession criticizes in what she believes is a friendly way; and marketing manager Spencer Uren, a vegetarian who has a fear of cats. Gill Bulley is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of chicken, tarragon and grape salad (quorn salad for vegetarian Spencer) as the starter, beef stroganoff (mushroom stroganoff for Spencer) as the main course, and profiteroles for dessert. Most of the evening's conversation steers toward glamor girl Gill's life, from her collection of dresses - among which there are several evening dresses for business party functions - and her cosmetic surgery. The obvious differences between the five also emerge quickly. But how was the food and the hosting?

Episode 2

Basingstoke, Sophie Branfield

24 mins

The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on meeting the other four and experiencing the first party hosted by Gill. They also assess how they will get on with the others for the remainder of the week. Sophie Branfield is second on the list to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of smoked salmon (pear, Roquefort and spinach salad for vegetarian Spencer) as the starter, beef Wellington (vegetable croustade for Spencer) as the main course, and lemon posset for dessert. The young and wealthy Sophie, who was most critical and opinionated at Gill's party (which some may have seen as immaturity), may have ruffled some feathers the wrong way which may affect how she's scored regardless of her food, of which she plans on using the best quality just because she can afford it. But she plans on winning by using the high tech culinary gadgets that populate her kitchen to their best use. But to win, she'll have to use them properly. A request by Gill during the meal and Sophie's reaction to that request may place a strain between the two.

Episode 3

Basingstoke, Richard Carpenter

24 mins

Richard Carpenter is third on the list to host the dinner party. Although he is quietly confident, he is feeling that his home will suffer in comparison to Sophie's mansion and her eleven acre property. Richard's menu consists of butternut squash and sweet potato soup as the starter, rack of lamb (stuffed aubergine for vegetarian Spencer) as the main course, and bread and butter pudding for dessert. With a house full of dogs and cats, the cat-phobic Spencer may have troubles if he saw what happened in the kitchen during the meal preparation, but has troubles with the sight of Tigger, Richard's cat, during dinner. Beyond the animals, Richard mentions an additional house-guest, who the usually intuitive Gill can't feel. With the food, Richard has one disaster, which he decides to serve anyway. Will his guests notice?

Episode 4

Basingstoke, Gabrielle Hennig

24 mins

As the week has progressed, definite likes and dislikes between people have emerged, but on the most part everyone has remained civil to each other. Gabrielle Hennig is the host for the evening. She is somewhat apprehensive about the evening if only because of what has come before in earlier dinner parties. Her menu consists of warm Italian mezze of mixed vegetables, quail's eggs and prawns as a starter, Italian rice with chicken goujons and spinach (quorn goujons for vegetarian Spencer) as the main course, and chocolate roulade for dessert. The diners have a good laugh at Gabrielle's expense behind her back regarding certain aspects of her meal. They are also amazed at the time warp they call her home, and the unusual arrangement she has with her ex-husband. For entertainment value alone, about which previous adversarial personalities bond, the diners have a great evening.

Episode 5

Basingstoke, Spencer Uren

24 mins

The diners are still in hysterics about last night's dinner by this the last party of the week. Spencer Uren is the last of this fivesome to host. He is quietly confident he can win based on his own menu and what has come before. His menu consists of poached eggs with asparagus as a starter, blue cheese stuffed chicken breasts (unstuffed for cheese hater Sophie) wrapped in Parma ham as the main course, and raspberry and orange syllabub for dessert. His menu is despite being a vegetarian himself, which he feels he shouldn't force on his guests. Despite some obvious dislikes of his food from some of the diners, Spencer is still confident he can win. He will soon find out if this confidence is warranted as he announces the winner of the £1,000. After Spencer makes the announcement, the winner makes another announcement of what will happen to half the winnings which brings tears to another. As a post-script, Spencer was diagnosed with cancer following the taping and died two months later at the age of thirty-six.

Episode 6

Bolton, Yvonne Hurst

23 mins

The five contestants from Bolton for this week are: cereal packaging coordinator Paul Davies, who sees himself as the comedian and all 'round entertainer; property developer Mark Hogg, who loves almost all types of food (except beets); karaoke manager Yvonne Hurst, whose job matches her love for show business, especially cabaret styled music; project manager Kate Mayers, who dislikes people who argue for the sake of arguing; and artist Sarah Rothwell, who dislikes self-absorbed people. Yvonne Hurst is the first to host the dinner party. Her spice inspired menu consists of Mexican spicy vegetables as a starter, Thai coconut chicken and sweet chili prawn noodles as the main course, and strawberries and cream sponge towers for dessert. Despite Yvonne being the show business fanatic, it's Sarah and Paul's antics that steal the show for the evening. But Yvonne and the girls take charge to end the evening.

Episode 7

Bolton, Mark Hogg

24 mins

The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on meeting the other four and experiencing the first party hosted by Yvonne. Being the only single member of the group, Paul will indulge himself in what he considers some harmless flirtation during the week. Mark Hogg is second on the list to host the dinner party, which will be his own birthday dinner. His menu consists of crab risotto as the starter, lamb cutlets as the main course, and tangy lemon tart for dessert. Mark is confident about his menu, which he deems not difficult, but does require time management, which Mark seems to be lacking. When the food does comes out, Sarah, who was more adventurous last night with trying unfamiliar foods, is less so tonight. And true to his word, Paul spreads his flirting equally to all members around the table.

Episode 8

Bolton, Kate Mayers

24 mins

Kate Mayers is third on the list to host the dinner party. She admits to be an experimental cook, but will try to be a bit more precise if only because of the timing issues with Mark's dinner last night. She is also trying to be conscious of her guests' food likes and dislikes, but believes good quality ingredients will perhaps overcome some of those dislikes. Her menu consists of caramelized red onion and goat's cheese tarlet as the starter, sunny monkfish as the main course, and Bailey's brulée for dessert. At dinner, Sarah continues her quest of eating the unfamiliar, but has a panic attack when she learns of an ingredient she first thought was a peppercorn. And a surprising person admits to not liking one of the ingredients. And Paul may give Kate higher marks if they continue the party in her bedroom based on what he found in her closet. But Yvonne does some destruction before the end of the evening is out.

Episode 9

Bolton, Paul Davies

24 mins

Paul Davies is the host for the evening. His guests are all looking forward to the evening if only to see what kind of party the biggest personality of the group will put on. His number one priority is to make a Sarah friendly meal, she being by far the pickiest eater. But Paul will not have that chance as an ill Sarah will forgo this party, much to her dismay, and will send as her proxy her husband Ian Rothwell, who in turn will bring food home to Sarah. The two will score Paul jointly. The question becomes will Mark flirt with Ian as well. Paul's menu consists of risotto with black pudding and scallops as a starter, beef Wellington as the main course, and bread & butter pudding for dessert. The addition of Ian instead of Sarah changes the entire tone of the evening, especially for Paul, who has flirted the most with Sarah up to this point. Ian's presence may have thrown Paul for a loop as he seems distracted in the kitchen, but he may recover enough by the time the food makes it to the dining room. But by the end of the evening, all hope that Sarah will be well enough to host her party, and that her return will also bring the return of the positive group dynamic.

Episode 10

Bolton, Sarah Rothwell

24 mins

Sarah Rothwell, recovered just enough from her illness to continue, is the last of this fivesome to host. Her guests are happy about her recovery, but mostly Paul who wants to see her more than taste her food. Her menu consists of roast cauliflower soup as a starter, pork loin with white wine, garlic and rosemary as the main course, and hot fruit tower for dessert. Mark makes an unusual interpretation of the menu, but others feel the menu may be too simple to win. Sarah is just hoping that her absence from last night will have no effect on her scores. But she has a request for her guests, which they oblige whether they really want or not. At dinner, heavy equipment is required to get into some of the food. And some aspects of the party, which ultimately uses the help of an assistant cook, are reminiscent of Mark's party. Sarah will soon find out if she's done enough as she announces the winner of the £1,000.

Episode 11

Surrey, Mike Aldous

23 mins

Episode 12

Surrey, Amanda Keeling

23 mins

Episode 13

Surrey, Maggie Thompson

Episode 14

Surrey, Rachel Underwood

23 mins

Rachel is the fourth host of the week, and is hoping to maintain the sense of calm that was brought to the group the previous night. While tensions bristle once more between Mike and Terry, Rachel puts aside her vow not to drink.

Episode 15

Surrey, Terry Gallagher

Episode 16

Celebrity Special: All In One

48 mins

A celebrity special featuring Donal MacIntyre, Javine Hylton, Dave Spinx and Jan Leeming competing for charity. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in November 2012.

Episode 17

Halifax, Leilani Ting

24 mins

The five contestants from Halifax for this week are: single mom Caroline Blackburn, whose friends consider her an airhead; IT analyst Edward Olive, who considers himself a mama's boy; mobile telephone antenna business manager Steve Roberts, who is a take charge person and who hates a former Prime Minister and his family; nursing sister Diana Swales-Pickering, who enjoys evenings out wearing one's finest; and sales manager Leilani Ting, who believes people find her too blunt. Leilani Ting is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of caviar on blinis with a vodka shot as hors d'oeuvres, Stilton, rosemary and potato bread as the starter, champagne and ginger steamed salmon as the main course, and rhubarb soufflé for dessert. Despite liking her as a person, the four diners miss Leilani at the dinner table for much of the evening. Although the five seem to get along, all especially liking Edward the court jester, they all reserve judgment on their fellow diners until the next party.

Episode 18

Halifax, Caroline Blackburn

24 mins

The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on meeting the other four and experiencing the first party hosted by Leilani. Some want to win not for its own sake but to beat others. Caroline Blackburn is second on the list to host the dinner party, she who admits the process will either be a roaring success or an utter disaster. Her menu consists of scallops in herb pesto as the starter, poached sea bass with sauce vierge as the main course, and lemon meringue pie for dessert. The food preparation ends up being a mixture of successes and failures, the failures which she soldiers on with anyway and which garners a favorable reaction from her guests. And Caroline's party game ends up being a bit more work than a game for some.

Episode 19

Halifax, Edward Oliver

23 mins

Steve and Caroline in particular are still reeling over last night's dessert, which Caroline renamed pastry marinating in lemon soup. Edward Oliver is third on the list to host the dinner party. The others have mixed views about what to expect from Ed. His menu consists of goat's cheese tartlet with red onion marmalade as the starter, chicken breast roulade Florentine as the main course, and clementine and almond cake for dessert. The evening has a few verbal fireworks, and ends with those of a more sky lighting variety. Ed's choice of attire to serve his meal may win him some extra points, especially from Leilani.

Episode 20

Halifax, Diana Swales-Pickering

23 mins

As the week progresses, Steve is the one out of the five that is causing the most flash points with the others, he who realizes he is doing it, and the others realizing that he is doing it. Diana Swales-Pickering is the host for the evening. Her Indian inspired menu consists of sheikh kebabs and garlic glazed prawns as the starters, balti chicken pasanda as the main course, a jalapeño, and pineapple cream pears for dessert. Her spicy menu is despite a side comment by Steve at yesterday's dinner that he just doesn't "get" curries, and generally dislikes spicy foods. Steve's reaction to the menu and the actual food itself is considered as over the top, with some appreciating that he is at least trying the food, others offended, with others enjoying his misery. But there are three other guests who may have a different opinion of the food.

Episode 21

Halifax, Steve Roberts

23 mins

Steve Roberts is the last of this fivesome to host. Steve inadvertently may have shot himself in the foot with his behavior at last night's meal, which was off-putting to those that will score his efforts for tonight. His menu consists of seafood money bags as a starter, mini boeufs en croute with rumbledethumps as the main course, and Eton yogurt mess for dessert. In addition to the straight on charge against him, Steve is also asked by Leilani, much as she asked Ed earlier in the week, to don a pair of found clothing, with Steve's being slightly more risqué. Steve will soon find out if his food and hosting is enough to overcome the animosity as he announces the winner of the £1,000.

Episode 22

South Yorkshire, Alison Murrie

23 mins

The five contestants from South Yorkshire for this week are: salesman Mark Hannigan, who will say controversial things just to get a rise out of people; electrical manager Gary Holden, a connoisseur of fine dining; purchasing manager Kerry Lloyd, a self-confessed chatterbox; Toni Morgan, a motorcycle enthusiast who doesn't like boring people; and fitness instructor Alison Murrie, who at age forty-nine believes she will always be sixteen at heart. Alison Murrie is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of chicken liver stuffed beef tomatoes as the starter, chicken parcels in Parma ham as the main course, and strawberry & honey cheesecake and chocolate orange chiffon dream for dessert. Beyond the food, Alison is hoping her bubbly personality and a party game she has planned - the latter which is to break the ice among these five strangers - will win her some points. And Toni beats Mark to the punch with a controversial dinner topic, in which she compares some food served to something unusual she has in her freezer.

Episode 23

South Yorkshire, Toni Morgan

24 mins

The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on meeting the other four and experiencing the first party hosted by Alison, with most believing they can beat her. Toni Morgan (II)' is second on the list to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of frozen raspberry daiquiris as a welcome drink, mushroom & walnut soup or chilled melon soup as the starter, Beaujolais drunken lamb shanks as the main course, and elderflower & raspberry jelly for dessert. Toni risks having never tried to make many of the items on her menu, and isn't fearful as she admits none of the recipes are difficult... if she actually pre-read the recipes. Despite Toni's unconventional appearance, her guests are shocked about the décor of her house, and most have a new opinion about their hostess. Half way through the meal, one of the diners has to make a quick exit. Unfortunately that person is Toni - off to the emergency ward to deal with a wound - who leaves her guests to fend for themselves. Will her absence affect her scores in any way?

Episode 24

South Yorkshire, Mark Hannigan

23 mins

Beyond hoping and trusting that Toni's finger is all right, the guests from last night are talking more about the fact that Gary seemed to relish taking over the dinner party in Toni's absence and was probably saddened by not having more to do. Mark Hannigan is third on the list to host the dinner party. His menu consists of chicken liver pâté as the starter, chicken with red onion & chorizo as the main course, and Baileys cheesecake for dessert. Mark's game plan is to make the meal preparation as easy as possible (with the exception of never having made pâté of any sort before) so that he can spend the evening with his guests. He also makes the announcement of a celebrity surprise guest, who most believe will be a football player based on his obsession with the game. But the surprise is tripled with two more celebrities added to the list. And Toni makes an early departure for the second night in a row due to a slower than wanted recovery. But at the end of the evening, will Mark's game plan, which included a few shortcuts, derail him?

Episode 25

South Yorkshire, Gary Holden

24 mins

Gary Holden is the host for the evening. As Kerry mentions, Gary may have set himself up for a fall as the person who has been the most critical of the week. His menu consists of French onion soup as a starter, fillet steak Rossini on a pâté stuffed mushroom as the main course, and poached pears for dessert. Gary decides on a slightly different tact for the welcome than all the others have done before him. He also wants to show up the other dinners by making things from scratch that others have bought store-made, although Gary does have his line of what he considers cheating and not cheating (of course, his method being the non-cheating way whereas others may disagree).

Episode 26

South Yorkshire, Kerry Lloyd

24 mins

Kerry Lloyd is the last of this fivesome to host. Her menu consists of Yorkshire rarebit as a starter, beef in beer as the main course, and toffee apple crumble for dessert. Kerry decides to make things from scratch that she would usually purchase pre-made if only to avoid Gary's criticisms, although she will only go so far to please "Mr. Picky" as she has rechristened him. But will her hard work prove to be more effective than store bought food? She will soon find out if her extra measures were enough to please Gary and the rest of her guests as she announces the winner of the £1,000.

Episode 27

Celebrity Special, Raef Bjayou

23 mins

Former Apprentice contestant Raef begins the week in a celebrity competition, with guests including The Bill's Chris Ellison and fashion PR Lynne Franks. But actress Michelle Gayle is not happy that Raef's enlisted help with his cooking.

Episode 28

Celebrity Special, Christopher Ellison

24 mins

Episode 29

Celebrity Special, Michelle Gayle

24 mins

Singer/actress Michelle Gayle keeps her celebrity guests waiting for their dinner. And when it finally arrives, has she made enough for seconds?

Episode 30

Celebrity Special, Lynne Franks

24 mins

It's the last day and PR guru Lynne Franks is planning a Moroccan themed evening for her celebrity guests: ex-Apprentice star Raef, Michelle Gayle, and Chris Ellison from The Bill.

Episode 31

Liverpool, Ray Parry

23 mins

Episode 32

Liverpool, Valerie Watson

23 mins

Valerie is second to host in Liverpool and hopes to impress her guests with a Caribbean inspired menu. But her evening is hijacked by Ray, who once again dominates the conversation.

Episode 33

Liverpool, Paul Owen

23 mins

Self-confessed grumpy old man Paul has a hard time in Liverpool as his starter's late, his duck is troublesome, and there's a panic over dessert. Meanwhile Valerie tells Ray to put a sock in it.

Episode 34

Liverpool, Lyndsey Halligan

23 mins

Party-girl Lyndsey is the last to host in Liverpool. And as well as a spot of chaos in the kitchen, and trouble with the champagne, she and her guests manage to get into a bit of a row.

Episode 35

Blackburn, Kelly Barlow

24 mins

Originally shown as an All In One special during December 2008, this week in Blackburn begins with part-time caterer Kelly as first host. Yet her photograph of her caesarean birth and gifts of personalised t-shirts draw mixed reactions.

Episode 36

Blackburn, Steve Burns

24 mins

Wine buff Steve failed to attract interest on the first night with his connoisseur talk, and his own evening continues in the same vein. Not only does his conversation bore, his refusal to serve more drink leaves his guests disappointed.

Episode 37

Blackburn, Michelle Brandon

24 mins

The drink flows at Michelle's night, though Steve is still convinced everyone had plenty to drink and a great time at last night's dinner. Despite Michelle's best efforts, there's an atmosphere of enforced politeness and a lack of spark.

Episode 38

Blackburn, Stephen Mahon

23 mins

Stephen has admitted all week that he's been playing a private game in order to win the £1000: being charming to his competitors' faces, but insulting them behind their backs. Yet with Michelle disengaged on his night, will his plan fail?

Episode 39

Royal Berkshire, Helen Kent

24 mins

Episode 40

Royal Berkshire, Tony Bird

24 mins

Episode 41

Royal Berkshire, Fred Wilkinson

24 mins

Episode 42

Royal Berkshire, Sarah Lewis

24 mins

Episode 43

Celebrity Special: All In One

48 mins

Episode 44

York, Claire Baron

23 mins

An infamous evening, originally shown as part of an "All In One" special. Host Claire starts a week in York by introducing her guests to her pet snake. While the snake relieves itself over the table, it's far from the worst-behaved guest.

Episode 45

York, Chris Bush

23 mins

23-year-old playwright Chris is the second host, and has already met with disdain for his profession on the first evening. But while the combative Famida and forthright Yorkshireman Andy don't care for his art, his food is better received.

Episode 46

York, Famida Wilson

23 mins

The diners expect Famida's evening to be self-absorbed and involving very little clothes, and aren't left disappointed. Yet Claire's rigid ideas of female modesty cause her to clash with Famida, and Andy tells Claire she talks too much.

Episode 47

York, Andy Swales

23 mins

Andy has spent the week being blunt to the point of rudeness, and has an unusual main dish planned: squirrel. With none of his guests looking forward to his food, and all four communicating largely by bickering, it doesn't bode well.

Episode 48

Dudley: All In One

48 mins

Four nights in Dudley are shown in a single edition. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in October 2012.

Episode 49

Luton, Alison Balfour-Lynn

24 mins

Episode 50

Luton, Luigi Massala

23 mins

Episode 51

Luton, Martin Palmer

24 mins

Episode 52

Luton, Noorani Williamson

24 mins

The final night in Luton repeats a moment that received multiple complaints when originally aired in a compilation edition during May 2009. There's also a reconciliation, of sorts, between Noorani and her much-criticised fellow diners.

Episode 53

Cheltenham: All In One

48 mins

Four not particularly friendly nights in Cheltenham are shown in one special edition. Featuring some very differing contestants and lots of spats, the week was reshown as four separate episodes in October 2012.

Episode 54

North London, Nicole Ganz

24 mins

Episode 55

North London, Harry Ioannou

24 mins

It's day two in North London and the turn of upmarket car dealer Harry, who hopes to please with a Greek-style menu and Greek dancing.

Episode 56

North London, Bindi Holding

24 mins

Third to host in North London is Bindi, who is cooking an intricate Asian fusion dinner. But will Nicole's revealing behaviour during a 70s-style party game overshadow Bindi's cooking?

Episode 57

North London, Nir Zamek

24 mins

Uber-confident alpha male Nir is the last to host in North London and hopes to wow the group with expensive ingredients and his 'famous' chocolate cake.

Episode 58

Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare: All In One

48 mins

Four nights in North Somerset are shown in a single edition. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in October 2012.

Episode 59

Cardiff: All In One

48 mins

Four nights in Cardiff are shown in a single edition. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in October 2012.

Episode 60

Birmingham, Claudine Stevens

24 mins

Claudine is first up in Birmingham. The 31-year-old events organizer is convinced she'll win, but she's less sure about one guest's outfit for the evening.

Episode 61

Birmingham, Katie Smith

24 mins

In Birmingham, hairdresser Katie's showstopper dessert doesn't quite go according to plan. Meanwhile Mike and Claudine indulge in some flirtatious if slightly peculiar behavior.

Episode 62

Birmingham, Kishor Pawar

24 mins

Episode 63

Birmingham, Mike Olley

23 mins

Episode 64

Brighton: All In One

48 mins

Episode 65

North Kent, Katie Reynolds-Dobbs

23 mins

It's the first day of the competition in North Kent and canteen owner Katie hopes to woo her guests with her signature tipple, stinging nettle Pimms, and a friend who eats fire.

Episode 66

North Kent, Dan Bowman

23 mins

Episode 67

North Kent, Claire Wood

23 mins

Would-be domestic goddess Claire hosts in North Kent. Katie isn't impressed with Claire's new dress, which she bought for the night. And will Claire spot Katie feeding some of her dinner to the dog?

Episode 68

North Kent, Stuart Richards

23 mins

Episode 69

Belfast: All In One

48 mins

Four nights in Belfast are shown in a single edition. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in September 2012.