Simply Raymond Blanc promises to teach us how to serve delicious, simple Michelin-star quality food at home.
Simply Raymond Blanc is the Michelin-starred chef’s first series for ITV, and he’s on a mission to show us that we can make delicious food at home with a few simple ingredients.
Here’s everything you need to know about Simply Raymond Blanc
Simply Raymond Blanc start date: when does it launch on ITV?
The 10-part series will begin on ITV at 11.40am on Saturday 30 January.
Simply Raymond Blanc format: what will happen in the series?
The series was filmed largely in the grounds and cookery school of Raymond’s two Michelin star restaurant, Le Manoir Aux Quat’ Saisons, in Oxfordshire. In each episode, Raymond will share recipes – often using fresh ingredients direct from his garden – which are simple to replicate at home, but also packed with flavour. Visiting guest chefs will also share some of their favourite recipes with Raymond.
Whether it s a glass of crisp Chablis, a slice of spicy chorizo or a sliver of creamy brie, there are many European foods that have become part of the British culinary landscape.
So as the UK moves away from the EU, there s never been a better time to check out the European favourites that many might be surprised to discover are made here, too.
And who better to wave the flag for British food than Michelin-starred French chef Jean-Christophe Novelli, who has lived here for 40 years. He insists the UK now produces high-quality versions of many European delicacies. When I first came here trying to make a name for myself, I used to import 70 per cent of my produce. I had vans coming from Paris twice a week, he says. Now I probably only need to bring in Italian olive oil, some smoked Spanish paprika and some vanilla. That s it. It s extraordinary!
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