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15 Episodes 0 - 2023
Episode 1
It's a new season and Spencer and the crew are embracing autumn. Inspired by the season Spencer makes a fluffy pumpkin gnocchi in a chestnut cream sauce, mulled wine smothered chicken, and nostalgic caramel apples with a ginger crumble crunch.
Episode 2
Nothing says comfort like a bowl of steaming hot soup. Spencer offers us a sneak peak into the photography side of the biz while making spinach and cheese tortellini in a spicy chorizo broth, a jerk rubbed chicken and Raman noodle soup, and a decadent bistro style cream of mushroom soup with green peppercorns.
Episode 3
Spencer and the crew share pieces of How They Got Here while Spencer indulges in all things pasta. Spencer makes pork bolognese stuffed Tortellini with American cheese rose sauce; then a quick pillowy soft ricotta gundi in a simple tomato sauce. and finally a creamy gorgonzola goat cheese sauce over noodles with crisp pancetta and charred veg topping.
Episode 4
Fall is the best time to have an outdoor fire - so why not cook on it too and enjoy the view for as long as you can. Spencer and the crew stay fireside and make an open faced Montreal smoked meat potato Rosti, Campfire steaks with a nori butter, and a sweet and creamy chocolate and cherry liqueur fondue with treats.
Episode 5
Spencer likes a little spice and a lot of flavour in his food. While sharing the secrets to the behind the scenes of the props department he has some fun in the kitchen with spicy food. First is delicious cajun shrimp cakes with a creole étouffée. Then he makes a Brazilian moqueca with halibut and shrimp in a bed of coconut milk, and last, Mexican spicy beef pupusas with all the fixings.
Episode 6
Spencer has a sweet tooth and he wants to share. He shares some fun struggles with on set continuity challenges and whips up some sweet treats including candied orange and caramelized white chocolate blondies with orange cream cheese frosting . Then Spencer makes a popcorn cake that holds a special place in his heart and history. Last a tropical fruit ambrosia salad with toasted coconut that brings out the giggles in everyone.
Episode 7
Spencer shares the importance of audio work on a TV set and celebrates his love of beans. He makes black bean and kabocha squash soup with braised Swiss chard and chili pesto. Then he makes his Mediterranean style broad beans in a tomato and feta sauce, and finally, he rounds out the episode with fragrant Indian spiced lentils with fennel cream.
Episode 8
Spencer bakes it sweet and savoury in this episode and tells us about the role of the script supervisor on set. He introduces his cheddar chive biscuits with poached eggs and Spencer's Uncle Murray's country gravy. Then it's a deep dive into autumn apples with his dutch apple-cranberry wallet with marzipan streusel and last Spencer shares is tips and tricks to fluffy home made milk buns with flakey tops.
Episode 9
Spencer talks to his new role as a cookbook author and how it influences he recipe selection for his tv series work. He embraces nostalgia and makes a homemade version of some classic TV dinners . He makes Salisbury steak with gravy, Vichy peas and a potato cauliflower mash with stilton. Then it's a crispy coated chicken fried chicken with dill- buttered potatoes and a caper cream sauce. Last dessert - gingerbread brownie cups with ice cream.
Episode 10
Spencer shares some info about recipe development for a tv series and then cooks up some of his favourite potato dishes including a decadent potato pie with a camembert centre and a parsley butter drizzle. Then its his truffle and pancetta cheesy scalloped potatoes and last, a fun twist on holiday sweet potatoes - piped and drizzled in pecan brown butter and a little toasted cranberry meringue.
Episode 11
Spencer talks about themes for the shows and then jumps into some great comfort food for company. He starts with burgundy chicken stew with porcini mushroom grits and pancetta. Then he shares his secrets to a whole roasted pork belly with a fresh salsa verde and last, a dessert for the ages - billionaire shortbread..with buttery orange infused shortbread, Dulche de Lèche caramel and espresso chocolate ganache - yowza!.
Episode 12
Spencer talks to his love of hearing from fans all over the world and cooks up some fun street food comfort. Spencer starts with a spicy Korean fried chicken dog, with sesame cucumbers and gochugang ketchup. Then he stuffs chicken drumsticks with pork, then popcorn shrimp waffle cone tacos with Tabasco mashed potatoes.
Episode 13
Spencer talks about the post production process of making a tv series and them dives in big flavours of comfort. He makes his corned beef stew with horseradish mashed. Then he fills the cabin with the rich mouthwatering smell of a delicious Thai curry with garlic shrimp and fragrant rice. Last, Spencer makes a cowboy style chuck chili with all the fixings to tuck into.
Episode 14
Spencer makes a few of his family style faves include his impressive Moussaka Crown layered with Zucchini, Eggplant, ground meat, all tucked inside a pastry shell, then his Italian herb fried chicken with sun-dried tomato cream sauce, and to finish the meal a silky smooth eggnog creme caramel that will make you weak in the knees.
Episode 15
Canadian's know how to celebrate the cooler seasons with fun food so Spencer pulls a patriotic card and gets cooking. He makes his version of hand held meat Tourtiere pies, a Newfoundland inspired figgy duff with maple syrup liqueur and simple yet delicious west coast smoked salmon rolls.