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Marcus Wareing Simply Provence

Marcus Wareing Simply Provence

2024•29m•Documentary
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Marcus Wareing wants to discover the joys of simple seasonal French food and produce, and finally get an answer to the age-old question: can his beloved British food stack up against the French?

Duncan Thompson · Director

StatusReturning Series
Runtime29m
LanguageEN
First Air DateMay 6, 2024

Episodes

Episode 1 - The TomatoE129m

The Tomato

In Provence, the tomato is king, and Marcus is on a mission to discover the ultimate simple tomato recipe.

May 6, 2024

Episode 2 - LambE228m

Lamb

Marcus discovers how lamb is produced in Provence. Is there a local lamb dish to rival his favourite Lancashire hotpot?

May 7, 2024

Episode 3 - Goats' Cheese and PétanqueE328m

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.

May 8, 2024

Episode 4 - OlivesE428m

Olives

Marcus wants to understand Provence’s passion for olives, from oil, desserts and even an olive breaking competition.

May 9, 2024

Episode 5 - Pigs and SnailsE528m

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?

May 13, 2024

Episode 6 - Bread and the Croque MonsieurE628m

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.

May 14, 2024

Episode 7 - Retro Fruit DishesE728m

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?

May 15, 2024

Episode 8 - Roast Chicken and Provencal WineE828m

Roast Chicken and Provencal 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.

May 16, 2024

Episode 9 - ChocolateE928m

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?

May 17, 2024

Episode 10 - FishE1028m

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?

May 18, 2024

Episode 11 - BeefE1128m

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…

May 20, 2024

Episode 12 - Herbes de ProvenceE1228m

Herbes de Provence

Herbes de Provence is famous. But with no UK equivalent, Marcus wants to create his own simple dried herb mix to rival this French classic and turn any dull dish into a tasty meal.

May 21, 2024

Episode 13 - Sweet TreatsE1328m

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.

May 22, 2024

Episode 14 - Red RiceE1428m

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.

May 23, 2024

Episode 15 - Farm PartyE1528m

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 of course simple recipe, that means local organic veg.

May 24, 2024

Actors

Marcus Wareing

Marcus Wareing

Self - Presenter

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