In this Xmas special Heston explores the joys of a box of chocolates, as he delves into the history, science and secrets of the iconic Quality Street Christmas chocolates.  Plus he tries the Swedish tradition of dunking sandwiches in tea and reveals stories of his recent adventures on Aussie Masterchef and the French show Top Chef.  

26: Fancy a Chocolate? + Tea Dunking Sandwiches and Aussie Masterchef.

For curious food lovers everywhere, jump onboard for a trip to discover the wonders of our simplest ingredients and to the furthest reaches of culinary imagination.

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Discover the unexpected, peculiar and funny origins to some of the best loved brands on the planet.  From Nachos to Coke, Digestives to Mustard, explore the stories behind the foods we all love. 

102: Superhero Brands Origin Stories

Take a trip back in time to explore the weirdest dishes ever served, as Jay and James are joined by Food Historian Marc Meltonville to delve into the strangest techniques, ingredients and ideas ever presented for dinner.  

102: Stranger Things (To Eat)

Jay and James are joined by one of the world's most successful food bloggers this week, to explore some of the most extraordinary food experiences the world has to offer with Chef Dennis.  From camel milk to Gooseneck Barnacles and ice cream floats, it's a globe trotting trip across the food world.  Plus they explore how you become a food blogger and the future of food teaching in schools.  

101: Extraordinary Places to Eat with Food Blogging Star Chef Dennis

Join the guys as they take a trip deep into your spice rack, to discover the blood soaked history of our most popular spices.  From invasions to modern day organised crime it's an amazing, often unexpected story.  Plus they delve into the new 'rare' spices, that are now worth as much as gold. 

100: The Sordid Secrets of your Spice Rack

This week the guys are introducing another hugely influential chef into their Hall of Fame, this time Adolphe Dugléré, pupil of Careme, a man who has both a fascinating life story and a big impact on how we cook today.  Master of the kitchen he is most renowned for the incredible Dinner of the Three Emperors, a truly remarkable piece of cooking.  So don you tallest chef's hat and join a trip back to the 19th century France. 

26: Fancy a Chocolate? + Tea Dunking Sandwiches and Aussie Masterchef.

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