Marcus Wareing Simply Provence
British Chef Marcus Warcus Wareing returns on a mission to discover the joys of simple French food and produce. Provencé, in the south of France, is famous for its delicious food, so it provides the ideal setting for Wareing's adventures.
- 2024-2024
- 1 season
- Documentary
British Chef Marcus Warcus Wareing returns on a mission to discover the joys of simple French food and produce. Provencé, in the south of France, is famous for its delicious food, so it provides the ideal setting for Wareing's adventures.
Season 1 Episode Guide
15 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
The Tomato
When you think of French food, certain things spring to mind: wine, cheese, frogs' legs. But often it's a simple ingredient at the centre of the greatest Provençal food.
Episode 2
Lamb
Marcus discovers how lamb is produced in Provence. Is there a local lamb dish to rival his favourite Lancashire hotpot?
Episode 3
Goats' Cheese and Pétanque
Marcus indulges in the French passions of food and sport. He goes on the hunt for the ultimate local cheese to impress some pétanque players.
Episode 4
Olives
Marcus wants to understand Provence's passion for olives, from oil, desserts and even an olive breaking competition
Episode 5
Pigs and Snails
Marcus looks to impress the locals during a cooking demo at a farmers' market with a meat that is loved equally by the Brits and the French - pork. Can he convince them that we Brits know how to cook?
Episode 6
Bread and the Croque Monsieur
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 the French enjoy this British twist? Marcus finds out.
Episode 7
Retro Fruit Dishes
The UK loves fruit-based classics like apple crumble. Marcus wants to discover if it's the same in France. Do they have a passion for retro recipes that rival our British favourites?
Episode 8
Roast Chicken and Provençal Wine
Marcus wants to give the French a run for their money with a twist on a classic Sunday roast using a meat beloved by the French and Brits alike - chicken.
Episode 9
Chocolate
There is one delicious food that is adored the world over: chocolate. But Marcus loves a good old-fashioned British bar, so can the French convince him that they do it better?
Episode 10
Fish
The Brits and French share a passion for poisson. Marcus wants to discover which fish they celebrate in Provence, and if they have a dish to rival the great British fish and chips.
Episode 11
Beef
The British people are proud of their beef dishes, and the French are too. Steak frites is a national institution, but in Provence, Marcus is expecting something a little different.
Episode 12
Herbes de Provence
The British people are proud of their beef dishes, and the French are too. Steak frites is a national institution, but in Provence, Marcus is expecting something a little different.
Episode 13
Sweet Treats
With all the incredible meat, fish and cheese in Provence, it's easy to focus on the savoury food offerings. But Marcus wants to discover what simple sweet treats are on offer.
Episode 14
Red Rice
Marcus has a VIP coming for dinner, and he wants to impress. He intends to build the meal around one simple local ingredient that's surprisingly grown just down the road, red rice.
Episode 15
Farm Party
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 but simple recipe, that means local organic veg.