Marcus Wareing
Self - Presenter
Series SeasonSeason 1 episodes2024
Marcus Wareing Simply Provence
Series 1
Marcus Wareing is in Provence, discovering the secrets of simple French food.
Episodes
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Episode 129 min2024-05-06
The Tomato
In Provence, the tomato is king, and Marcus is on a mission to discover the ultimate simple tomato recipe.
Episode 228 min2024-05-07
Lamb
Marcus discovers how lamb is produced in Provence. Is there a local lamb dish to rival his favourite Lancashire hotpot?
Episode 328 min2024-05-08
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.
Episode 428 min2024-05-09
Olives
Marcus wants to understand Provence’s passion for olives, from oil, desserts and even an olive breaking competition.
Episode 528 min2024-05-13
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?
Episode 628 min2024-05-14
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.
Episode 728 min2024-05-15
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?
Episode 828 min2024-05-16
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.
Episode 928 min2024-05-17
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?
Episode 1028 min2024-05-18
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?
Episode 1128 min2024-05-20
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…
Episode 1228 min2024-05-21
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.
Episode 1328 min2024-05-22
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.
Episode 1428 min2024-05-23
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.
Episode 1528 min2024-05-24
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.