Welcome to the Relish Lifestyle Podcast and our first episode of 2025—Happy New Year (better late than never)! 

We’re kicking things off chatting about the best Christmas kitchen pressies we unwrapped and the fun we had at a "Try January" wine tasting—because January should be about trying new things, not giving them up! 

Charlie’s got a seasonal treat to share: his marmalade recipe that’s bursting with citrusy goodness. Plus, we dive into a surprisingly lively chat about batter—yes, batter! From Yorkshire puddings to frangipane and fritters, it’s versatile, tasty, and not nearly as naughty as you think. Charlie even shares his top batter-making tips to up your kitchen game.

And of course, there’s the usual mix of glorious and random chit-chat from book talk, (Charlie gets a surprise), what’s for supper, and the best way to cook a partridge! So, grab your favourite drink, settle in, and keep relishing life with us this January!

This week, it’s all about Christmas! Join us for a live mince pie tasting—who will be crowned the ultimate festive pastry? Charlie reveals the secrets behind his Christmas cake, and we share our top tips to keep your cool when cooking Christmas lunch.

Plus, we offer advice when choosing wine pairing for the big day, from bold Chardonnays to a racy Gamay. And of course, no Christmas episode would be complete without chatting about family traditions—favourite party games, classic films, and the age-old question: when do you open the presents?

So, grab a mulled wine, settle in, and let’s make this Christmas the most relishable one yet. Merry Christmas! 

This week, Charlie and Tracy are turning up the heat—literally—as they invite you into their kitchen for a live Sunday cooking session!

Join them in real time as they chop, prep, and sizzle their way through an inspired Sunday lunch. You’ll hear what’s sparked their culinary creativity this week and get a front-row seat to their kitchen dynamic as they navigate the joys (and maybe a little chaos) of cooking together.

What’s on the menu? Well, you’ll have to stick around to find out the dish of the day. Spoiler alert: it’s guaranteed to be delicious! So, pour yourself a drink, settle in, and let’s relish this Sunday together.

What are the real comfort foods you’re drawn to when you’ve caught the lurgy?Don’t think soups, stews, and broths whose got the energy but easy, flavoursome store cupboard cheats - dishes that are super easy, you can taste, and keep you going. Then, it's time to stir things up with Stir-up Sunday! They’ll explore this festive tradition, sharing tips about when and how to prepare your Christmas puddings and cakes.

And finally, they’ll be tackling the mighty roast dinner! From avoiding common pitfalls to serving up a stress-free feast, this episode is packed with advice to help you roast like a pro.

So, grab a cuppa or your favourite festive tipple, and let’s relish the art of living and eating well.

Recorded on-location during Charlie and Tracy's unforgettable journey across Greece, this episode captures their adventures from Thessaloniki to the stunning Peloponnese.

Join them as they share tales of winding spaghetti roads, endless olive groves, breathtaking mountains, hidden shipwrecks, and of course, mouthwatering Greek cuisine. Get ready to immerse yourself in the spirit, flavours, and sights of Greece.

What do you do on a grey autumn afternoon?  If you are Charlie and Tracy you enjoy nothing more than sitting down for a chit chat about BBQing in the rain, memorable meals and best ways to use jam… and Greek Gods!  Join them for another ramble round their kitchen table.

This 2nd episode finds… Charlie and Tracy going off on a bit of a French theme - chatting about some of their foodie experiences from their trips to France.  From Bandol to Nice and Charlie’s inspiration to write his book ‘Rediscovery on the French Riveria’.  There’s plenty of fun fond memories about moules, tarte flambe vs pizza and the street food of Nice – Socca Bread.  And definitely no soggy bottoms.  And lots of random chat about lemons, tea or coffee, jam making and what to do with tomatoes – just put your feet up and enjoy the meandering cosy chit chat of this mother and son duo. 

This podcast is where mother-son duo Charlie & Tracy create a cosy gathering place full of easy-going banter, where food, life, likes, and opinions come together as a delicious journey filled with laughter, insights and entertainment. So why not, grab a drink, pull up a chair, and join in the conversation.