In this episode we look at some great ideas to get the New Year off to a great start.

Sadly, Bruce isn't well this week, so you have Julian to tell you Bruce's top tips for 2025.

We look at food waste and how to make the most of what's in the storecupboard and the fridge.

Have you hear about mindful eating?  You'll learn how it can help you emjoy your food more.

A break from the norm may be as good for you as a full on diet - just those little chages can make a big difference.

Why not commit to getting out for a short walk every day this January as well?

Finally, what to do with all that Christmas Chocolate left around!

Happy New Year!

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Everything is now Christmas in the last few days.  We look at the history behind our food, from Mince Pies to Plum Pudding.  Not forgetting the Yule Log.

Bruce reveals what he is expecting in the Elsworth family home at the dinner table for Christmas lunch.  Plus a few festive fun facts including what we used to eat before Tturkey became common and what the Japanese have for Christmas dinner.

There are top tips to make sure you have the perfect Christmas dinner, including the best two tips for a great day.

Merry Christmas from Julian at Dales Radio and Bruce Elsworth, the Dales Chef!

From festive fizz to exciting cocktails, Bruce has it covered.  

There's three special cocktail recipes which are sure to wow your party guests.  Christmas wouldnt be Christmas without a glass of Bailey's and Bruce tells us how to make your own Irish cream liquor and even a non alocholic version!

Hot chocolate, mulled wine and Bucks Fizz - all get a mention, but which do you choose on Christmas morning?

Eggnog to Advocat...or a Whiskey hot toddy, its all with the Dales Chef exploring Christmas drinks.

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Whether you are looking for inspiration for a stand-up buffet with nibbles or some canapes as guests arrive before a festive feast, the Dales Chef has some great ideas and top tips to wow your guests this Christmas.

We find out how to make mini courses from main meals - bitesized fish and chips, mini sheperds pie and some swet treats too.

Even sprouts get a mention as Bruce tells us his way to cook them at Christmas.

There's some festive facts about Canapes, Hors d’Oeuvres and nibbles.

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Those treats that make us feel good and just the thought of them gets the tastebuds going.  Comfort foods - are they really that bad for us...or are they good for us?  The Dales Chef explains.

Just the thought of eating one of youur favourites is about releasing endorphines and that warm and fuzzy feeling.  So what are your guilty pleasures?  For Bruce it was school dinners (see - told you he was different!)....  Apple crumble and custard.  

So, does a little of what makes you feel good, do you good - even though it might not be healthy?  We think so.  

With Christmas coming we look at those treats you can make with Christmas day left-overs and a hot chocolate on Christmas eve.

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In this episode, we join the Dales Chef Bruce Elsworth as he starts preparations for Christmas.  We look at the origins of the Christmas Dinner and the centrepiece - the Christmas turkey.

There's top tips on selecting a good turkey, how to cook it on the day and serving suggestions.

We look at the trimmings too, with Bruce's favourite side dishes and sauces. Plus alternatives to turkey - find out what Bruce's favourite festive choice is.

Then, what do you do with all the leftovers?  From turkey curry to bubble and squeak, Bruce makes sure nothing goes to waste!

Plus, of course, some fun facts on the nations favourite Christmas dish!

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Popular at Thanksgiving, it's the humble sweet potato.  A tuber that is no relation to the regular potato!

Away from sweet potatoes, we congratulate some of the winners at this year's Deliciously Yorkshire food and drink awards.

It's not all about sweet potato fries, although very popular, Bruce looks at all the other things we can do with this humble vegetable.  Curry, soup, baked roasted or boiled. And of course Sweet Potato Pie for Thanksgiving.

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It's become one of our favourite dishes but even the word curry isnt Asian - it's British.  

In this episode, Brice Elsworth, The Dales Chef, talks about its origins.  From a Biryani to the Vindaloo.

There's fun facts as always and what is the connection with Queen Victoria?

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In this episode Julian talks with Bruce Elsworth, the Dales Chef, about the great british banger.  Its origins in Roman times through to modern day recipes.

Our favourite sausage and mash with a nice rich onion gravy, but not with red wine - Bruce has other ideas!.

We look at some fun facts as always, there's Bruce's favourite way to serve sausages, plus with the festivities on the way soon, what about pigs in blankets?

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From apple bobbing to toffee apples, in this episode we look into Halloween customs and sweet treats.

What to do with pumpkins, other than of course carve them!  The Dales Chef has some ideas.  What about a delicious pumpkin soup with loads of extras?

We talk about Parkin and the perfect tray toffee.

Plus some hearty goodies for these cold dark nights.

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