Come Dine with Me: Series 25

Lincolnshire: Night 1 - Jose

Dec 12, 2011 · 23 min

In Lincolnshire, Carrie Bradshaw-wannabe Jose hosts teacher Skip, tattoo artist Indy, entrepreneur Sharon and admin worker Jessica. Jose's night features Spanish food and party gam

Lincolnshire: Night 2 - Skip

Dec 13, 2011 · 23 min

Day two in Lincolnshire sees history teacher Skip plan an evening celebrating his American roots. But what secret does Skip have to reveal to his guests?

Lincolnshire: Night 3 - Sharon

Dec 14, 2011 · 23 min

In Lincolnshire it's the turn of entrepreneur Sharon Wright - who is bringing to the competition all the tenacity and commitment she applies to her business career.

Lincolnshire: Night 4 - Indy

Dec 15, 2011 · 23 min

It's day four in Lincolnshire, and tattoo artist Indy Nijjar is hosting a summer-themed dinner party. But what do his guests make of the 'bring swimwear' dress code?

Lincolnshire: Night 5 - Jessica

Dec 16, 2011 · 23 min

It's the final day in Lincolnshire and the turn of ditzy but endearing 23-year-old Jessica Carroll. Will Jessica's Chinese dinner and unusual house pet impress enough to win her th

Worcestershire, Claire Wier

Dec 19, 2011

It's the first day of the competition in Worcestershire and fitness enthusiast Claire Wier is producing a low-fat menu for her guests. As if healthy eating wasn't enough, she gets

Worcestershire, Pippa Langhorne

Dec 20, 2011

On day two of the competition in Worcestershire, beauty pageant queen and dinner party virgin Pippa Langhorne throws a sophisticated Midsummer Night's Dream themed evening for her

Worcestershire, Tim Lawson

Dec 21, 2011

It's day three in Worcestershire and party boy publican Tim Lawson is hoping to win over his guests with a raucous country-themed blow-out featuring a novel take on a prawn cocktai

Worcestershire, Teresa Cox

Dec 22, 2011

On day four in Worcestershire, Teresa Cox is hoping to win over her guests with a rich, sumptuous feast that should score top marks. She's asked the diners to come dressed as 'Gho

Worcestershire, Chris Sheppard

Dec 23, 2011

For the final night of the competition in Worcestershire, super-competitive Chris Sheppard throws a sophisticated black-tie-themed dinner. His starter goes down a treat, with ever

East Lancashire, Vicki Fairbrother

Jan 16, 2012

First to host in East Lancashire is Vicki Fairbrother, who cooks up sexy steak and banging banoffee cake, and also lays on a game involving a helmet and water.

East Lancashire, Jenna Tattersall

Jan 17, 2012

Young businesswoman Jenna Tattersall is hosting an evening dressed in white - to party all night. But will Jenna's bouncy-castle entertainment on full stomachs end badly?

East Lancashire, Chris Slater

Jan 18, 2012

Perfectionist Chris Slater does his best to add a touch of class to the week. He even makes the guests take off their shoes. But the spicy main course leads to acid reflux for Jenn

East Lancashire, Chelsea

Jan 19, 2012

Chelsea's Mediterranean evening begins with the boys having a punch-up over a punchbag. And then the girls discover a secret Chelsea's been keeping from them.

East Lancashire, Nigel Womack

Jan 20, 2012

It's the final day and hairdresser Nigel Womack is hosting an epicurean evening of love with a mix of aphrodisiacs he hopes will get his guests in an amorous mood.

Ipswich, Claire Flatt

Jan 23, 2012

First to host is theatre-lover Claire, who is hoping to impress with her panto-themed night. But with one guest reluctant to join in, can Claire even win over the rest of her guest

Ipswich, Kerrie Pankhurst

Jan 24, 2012

Millwall fan Kerrie Pankhurst is playing host with a football-themed evening. Kerrie contends with fish-hating Dave and a guest's snub of her beloved club.

Ipswich, David J. Marks

Jan 25, 2012

Host David J Marks is under pressure to win over Kerrie, whom he offended last night. His salmon starter impresses all but DJ Dave, who details the gruesome things he'd rather do t

Ipswich, Dave James

Jan 26, 2012

DJ Dave James is preparing a showbiz-themed evening for his guests and has asked them to come dressed as pop stars. Later, a shock revelation leaves some of the guests cold.

Ipswich, Nikki Yucel

Jan 27, 2012

It's the final day in Ipswich and speed-dating expert Nikki Yucel is determined to spread a little love. One contestant reveals feelings for another, and the winner is revealed.

East Kent, Wes Leaver

Jan 30, 2012

First to host in East Kent is 34-year-old carpenter Wes Leaver, a dinner party virgin who has high hopes for his science-themed evening.

East Kent, Alexandra Austen

Jan 31, 2012

It's day two in East Kent and Alexandra plans a sophisticated menu of pan-European cuisine. But her starters put Sally's bean phobia under stress, and her veal main is controversia

East Kent, Emma Phillips

Feb 1, 2012

Day three's host in East Kent is Emma. Sadly the self-professed foodie finds her main described as 'a pet on a plate', while straight-talking Alex describes the whole thing as rath

East Kent, Sally Parry

Feb 2, 2012

In East Kent dog-lover Sally hopes to charm her guests with a 'Pretty in Pink' night, with posh pink food and pink table decorations. Even her pooches can't escape the pink dress c

East Kent, Stephen Drew

Feb 3, 2012

Flamboyant extrovert Stephen Drew is the last to host and hopes to win the prize by entertaining his guests with an Ab Fab dress code.

Oxford, Marlon Williams

Feb 6, 2012

First to host in Oxford is resident ladies' man Marlon Williams, whose love- island themed evening gets off to a rather shambolic start - and ends with smashing plates!

Oxford, Richard Berrecloth

Feb 7, 2012

It's Day 2 in Oxford and inventor Richard Berrecloth serves up an entirely homemade extravaganza, including some rather 'unique' entertainment.

Oxford, Victoria Collett

Feb 8, 2012

Mum of three Victoria Collett stars Day 3 in Oxford with a few culinary disasters and a Caribbean curry that leaves a bitter taste.

Oxford, James Hearle

Feb 9, 2012

The knives are out on Day 4 in Oxford as doggy day-care owner James Hearle finds that tempers are rising on his night as host.

Oxford, Heidi Kelloway

Feb 10, 2012

It's the final day of the competition in Oxford, and party girl Heidi Kelloway is determined to lighten the mood and host the best dinner party of the week. But will her guests let

Glasgow, Craig Alexander Wilson

Feb 13, 2012

First to host in Glasgow is make-up artist Craig Alexander Wilson, who throws a glitz and glamour party complete with edible glitter and sparklers!

Glasgow, Paul Cowan

Feb 14, 2012

It's Day 2 in Glasgow and cheeky Paul Cowan seems more interested in dishing out practical jokes than Balmoral steak and 'Cream Puff'!

Glasgow, Mandy Wong

Feb 15, 2012

Dance fanatic Mandy Wong hosts a Latin dance-fever evening with an Asian-inspired menu - and a disastrous dessert.

Glasgow, Siobhan Daley

Feb 16, 2012

It's day four and music teacher and professional flautist Siobhan Daley plans to beat the boys with a rock and pop icons evening.

Glasgow, Caroline Wardrope

Feb 17, 2012

It's the final day of the competition, and bubbly blonde Caroline Wardrope hosts a '70s-themed disco diva party complete with a mystery menu... and some shocking revelations...

Belfast, Marcus Hunter-Neill

Feb 20, 2012

First to host in Belfast is make-up artist and female impersonator Marcus Hunter-Neill - AKA Lady Portia Diamante - who steals the limelight with a red-carpet-themed evening.

Belfast , Lenny Irving

Feb 21, 2012

It's Day 2 in Belfast and Jamaican lifeguard Lenny Irving serves up some authentic Caribbean cuisine with a hint of masculine flavour, in a bid to win over glamorous navy officer F

Belfast , Cat Anderson

Feb 22, 2012

Twenty-five-year-old freelance feminist writer Cat Anderson hopes to raise the bar with a home-cooked feast, live music and her bohemian chic style on Day 3 in Belfast.

Belfast , Rosie Smyth

Feb 23, 2012

Next to host in Belfast is charity worker and confident cook Rosie Smyth, who hopes to win over fussy Fiona and new best friend Cat with a 'come as your teenage self' evening.

Belfast , Fiona Rush

Feb 24, 2012

It's the final day of the competition in Belfast and merchant navy officer Fiona Rush dishes up a nautical themed evening with maritime entertainment and a very fishy menu - which

York, Steve Carlyle

Feb 27, 2012

First to host in York is motivational master and training guru Steve Carlyle, whose 'sophisticated' dinner party, complete with butler and posh nosh, does anything but boost his re

York, Trevor Rooney

Feb 28, 2012

It's Day 2 in York, and eccentric ghost-walker Trevor Rooney throws a 'Fright Night' themed evening with a ghoulish menu in a haunted bric-a-brac warehouse, accompanied by his vent

York, Annie Albericci

Feb 29, 2012

Next to host in York is hippy hostess Annie Albericci, who hopes to bring peace, love and harmony to the table with her 'festival chic' themed evening, and some entertainment from

York, Yvonne McGill

Mar 1, 2012

Pint-sized nurse Yvonne McGill hosts a 'black and white swinging 60s' dinner party on Day 4 in York - but she worries that straight-talking Steve will ruin the evening for everyone

York, Rebecca Ryan

Mar 2, 2012

Flirting and friction is on the menu on the final day of the competition in York, as foodie perfectionist Rebecca Ryan throws a Hollywood-themed evening of glitz and glamour - with

Newport, Jay Coleman

Mar 5, 2012

Kicking-off the culinary competition in Newport is 43-year-old theatre enthusiast Jay Coleman, who hopes to razzle-dazzle his guests with a theatrical themed evening and internatio

Newport, Pippa Bartolotti

Mar 6, 2012

Day two in Newport and peace activist Pippa Bartolotti hopes to work her magic with an 'Up-cycling' dinner party, including locally-sourced vegetarian food, charity shop dress, and

Newport, Emma Jones

Mar 7, 2012

Up next in Newport is 23-year-old radio journalist Emma Jones, who serves up an American-themed evening of crab cakes, pulled pork and cheerleading! Will her stars and stripes nigh

Newport, Sarah Kinnear

Mar 8, 2012

It's day four in Newport and loud-and-proud housewife Sarah Kinnear hosts an evening of all things Welsh - that is, except for the menu - with her guests arriving in full 'Welsh ic

Newport, Duncan Powell

Mar 9, 2012

It's the final day of the competition in Newport, and recruitment boss Duncan Powell hosts a Hawaii-themed dinner party - but with prawn brains and sea bass bones gallore, has the

Blackpool, Kathryn Hoskisson

Mar 12, 2012

First to host in Blackpool is housewife Kathryn Hoskisson, who's hoping to go to the top of the class with her 'Back2Skool'-themed dinner party.

Blackpool, Jason Fubar

Mar 13, 2012

It's day two in Blackpool and DJ Jason Fubar is hoping to impress his dinner guests by transforming his front room into a nightclub.

Blackpool, Paula Paradaema

Mar 14, 2012

It's the turn of clairvoyant and spiritual medium Paula Paradaema in Blackpool. However student nurse Nicole finds the menu a bit too fishy.

Blackpool, Jason Howitt

Mar 15, 2012

In Blackpool driving Instructor Jason Howitt has a music-festival theme in mind for his evening. But as sparks begin to fly, is joker Jason able to keep things upbeat?

Blackpool, Nicole Barrow

Mar 16, 2012

It's the final night in Blackpool and Nicole Barrow is hoping to amaze with an evening of red-carpet glamour. But a starter of shop-bought salamis doesn't go down well with her gue

East London, Simran Samra

Mar 19, 2012

It's day one of the competition in east London. Fashionista Simran Samra hosts a glitz and glam night for her guests as she goes head to head with doctor Chintu Gademsetty, comedia

East London, Yoshki Greenberg

Mar 20, 2012

On day two in east London, laid-back comedian Yoshki Greenberg aims to throw a relaxing dinner party and give her guests a good laugh. But Yoshki has a surprise up her sleeve - on

East London, Alan Price

Mar 21, 2012

It's day three in east London and jack-the-lad Alan Price aims to wow his guests with a medieval themed feast. After two nights of disappointing food, Alan hopes he can raise the s

East London, Delia Elliot

Mar 22, 2012

On day four in east London it's the turn of bar owner Delia Elliot to host. Cordon Bleu cook Delia has purposefully played down her menu in an attempt to wow her guests. Despite th

East London, Chintu Gademsetty

Mar 23, 2012

On the final day in east London doctor Chintu Gademsetty is confident of winning with his 80s-themed dinner party. But first he needs to create a cheery atmosphere following the te

Bath, Liv Sargeant

Mar 26, 2012

It's day one of the competition in the picturesque town of Bath, and first up to host is posh girl about town Liv Sargeant. Liv decides to kick things off with a sophisticated even

Bath, Mel Lewis-Leger

Mar 27, 2012

Second to host in the Roman Spa town of Bath is ex-raver and single mum Mel Lewis-Leger. Mel's treating her guests to a night of Cajun food and an "Old School" rave party. But will

Bath, Jon Wicheard

Mar 28, 2012

It's day three of the competition in Bath and the turn of handyman Jon Wicheard to wow his four guests. Jon is a man of simple, yet strange taste, bemusing his fellow diners by dou

Bath, Becky Tyler

Mar 29, 2012

Fourth to host in Bath is cafe worker Becky Tyler. With her day job heavily influencing her choice of starter, Becky sets out to put on a menu of great British fare, but what will

Bath, Denis Verrier

Mar 30, 2012

It's the final day of the competition in Bath and it's the turn of patriotic Frenchman Denis Verrier. Working in the hospitality industry, Denis is pretty confident he knows what i

Chelmsford, Alex Sullivan

Apr 2, 2012

First to cook in Chelmsford yummy mummy Alex Sullivan aims to impress with a birthday party-themed night that includes an uncomfortable school reunion for two guests and a striptea

Chelmsford, Scott Johnson

Apr 3, 2012

Businessman Scott Johnson hosts an Essex Glam night, complete with disco. But will his kitchen shortcuts prevent him from waltzing off with the prize?

Chelmsford, Deborah Croghan

Apr 4, 2012

On day three married mum Deborah Croghan hosts a tarts and vicars party that includes the unusual entertainment of a cucumber-based family game.

Chelmsford, John Mabey

Apr 5, 2012

In homage to his family John Mabey's Shakespeare-themed party features Italian food, but not exactly as 'mama' would have made it, and guest performances of Romeo and Juliet.

Chelmsford, Martin Young

Apr 6, 2012

It's the final day in Chelmsford, and the food at Martin Young's Caribbean themed party shocks guests, as does his secret talent. Is the night of sun, sea and surprises enough to w

Darlington, Clair Sherwood-Parkin

Apr 9, 2012

First to host in Darlington is perfectionist Clair Sherwood-Parkin who's cooking up a Moroccan-inspired feast. Marketing manager Clair, a self-proclaimed "Hostess with the Mostess"

Darlington, James Emson

Apr 10, 2012

Second to host in Darlington is veterinary surgeon James Emson. He's serving up a mountain of curry and truly spicing up the evening with some of the most eye-opening entertainment

Darlington, Barry I'Anson

Apr 11, 2012

Bachelor Barry I'Anson is pulling out all the stops with a "Love" inspired dinner party, an unexpected choice of theme that shows the group a very different side to the guy they al

Darlington, Charlotte Langley

Apr 12, 2012

Glamorous go-getter Charlotte Langley is laying on a "Night with the Stars". She's asked her guests to dress up as their favourite red carpet celebrity, although not everyone quite

Darlington, Eseyoma

Apr 13, 2012

The final night in Darlington sees Eseyoma - the self-proclaimed "Queen of Sheba" - host a "right royal knees up", featuring a Nigerian menu, with an extra helping of glamour on th

East Hampshire, Nik Christides

Apr 16, 2012 · 30 min

The East Hampshire competition begins at cabby Nik Christides's home, where he surprises guests with unusual ingredients and ends the night with a game involving cheesy Wotsits.

East Hampshire, Jax Naudi

Apr 17, 2012

Mum-of-four Jax's theme of Arty and Tarty for the night is misinterpreted by Natalie and the Russian comes dressed in black leather. While the food fails to impress Sue, the life-d

East Hampshire, Natalie Edemska-Plant

Apr 18, 2012

Natalie hosts an evening of tradition, with Russian food, customs and dancing, but not all the guests are impressed.

East Hampshire, Kyle Curtis

Apr 19, 2012

History buff Kyle hosts an evening of historical fun, with guests dressing as their favourite historical characters and playing historical charades. But will his food let him down?

East Hampshire, Sue Hood

Apr 20, 2012

Glamorous Sue hopes to win her guests over with a Caribbean-themed evening that includes a game of hitting the pinata and ends with some down-and-dirty dancing.

Kingston, Ken Oputa

Jun 18, 2012

Basketball-mad Ken Oputa is convinced that he is the best cook in London. Will his basketball-themed evening prove to be the winner or he will end up bottom of the league?

Kingston, Erika Sager

Jun 19, 2012

Interior designer Erika Sager's pirate night on her boat starts well with her menu, but it's her hosting that proves to be the real star of the evening.

Kingston, Sarah Brice

Jun 20, 2012

Sarah Brice hopes her 'dolled-up prawns', 'swanky lamb', and 'level with me' mousse will be the competition winners, but she has to cope with Ken's romantic poetry and Erika's flir

Kingston, Jamie Baker

Jun 21, 2012

Will Jamie's evening of old-skool classics, complete with superstar DJ, prove to be a winner with his guests?

Kingston, David Wicher

Jun 22, 2012

Retired golfer David has a winning menu and entertainment, from Louisiana seafood chowder to a bucking bronco, but then one of his pets breaks dinner party etiquette.

Manchester, Alex Leigh

Jun 25, 2012

Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.

Manchester, Ruth Downes

Jun 26, 2012

Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.

Manchester, Naz Ahmed

Jun 27, 2012

Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.

Manchester, Fiona Lewis

Jun 28, 2012

Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.

Manchester, Stephen "Patsy" Wilson

Jun 29, 2012

Five cooks go fork to fork in a brand new episode of the popular competitive dining show.

Reading, Sonya Smith

Jul 2, 2012

Fun-loving Sonya Smith knows her cooking skills aren't the best and hopes to bungle her way through the night, and win the guests over, with her good humour and Touch of Sparkle th

Reading, Glen Wilkie

Jul 3, 2012

Cocky Cockney Glen Wilkie serves up a menu he is convinced will be a winner. Even a disaster with his own-named recipe of Super Duper Tiramisu doesn't dent his confidence. His gue

Reading, Richard Howse

Jul 4, 2012

It's the third night in Reading and the turn of mature student Richard Howse. With a menu and set of instructions from his omni-present girlfriend, Katy, Richard sets about making

Reading, Sabi Phagura

Jul 5, 2012

Fitness fanatic Sabi Phagura goes back to her roots with a Bhangra themed evening that puts her healthy lifestyle on the backburner for one day as she cooks traditional Indian food

Reading, Serine Daou

Jul 6, 2012

On the final evening in Reading, corset-maker Serine Daou has the daunting task of trying to end the week with a bang, hosting recruitment consultant Glen, mature student Richard,

Milton Keynes, Ray Dodd

Jul 9, 2012

First to host in Milton Keynes is Ray Dodd, who finds his guests difficult to please. With his starter rejected and a main returned, Ray is left sweating over his chances of winnin

Milton Keynes, Michelle Watson

Jul 10, 2012

Michelle Watson's black tie evening definitely doesn't go to plan, as guests diss her food, including calling the main 'poison'. Will her luck turn with the Monte Carlo entertainme

Milton Keynes, Stuart Henson

Jul 11, 2012

Stuart Henson is bringing the Serengeti to Milton Keynes. Can his exotic menu and parlour games smooth over the insults and tensions simering from the previous nights?

Milton Keynes, Joseph Benneh

Jul 12, 2012

Nicknamed 'the assassin' for the harsh things he's said so far this week, choir director Joseph Benneh's chicken liver pate and groundnut soup with coconut rice needs to be sensati

Milton Keynes, Susan Rogers

Jul 13, 2012

Despite an eventful week, country lover Susan Rogers is confident her back to basics French food has the edge. Plus, she has an origami master class planned as entertainment.

Liverpool, Kenny Flynn

Jul 16, 2012

First to host in Liverpool is barber Kenny Flynn. Young at heart and always in search of a laugh, this 29 year old is hoping his 'Big Kids' party theme will prove a winner with his

Liverpool, Rob Spicer

Jul 17, 2012

Second to host is multiple business owner Rob Spicer, who dresses up as Margaret Thatcher as part of his historical leader party theme. His distinguished guests for the night are '

Liverpool, Cynthia Umezulike

Jul 18, 2012

Nigerian supermodel and barrister Cynthia Umezulike treats her guests to some tribal fish, a traditional Jeloff and an exotic fruit platter.

Liverpool, Glen Simpson

Jul 19, 2012

Hairy rocker Glen Simpson serves sticky blackened pork and an Elvis-inspired dessert of deep-fried chocolate bars in peanut butter ice cream.

Liverpool, Jilly Pollock

Jul 20, 2012

It's the final day in Liverpool and Jilly Pollock hopes to bag the prize with her black tie evening featuring Jilly's figs, Jilly's hot beef, and Jilly's berry delight.

Crewe and Nantwich, Mushgon Dadfar

Jul 23, 2012

First to host is hairdresser Mushgon Dadfar. How will her Caribbean-themed menu work with her choice of zumba for entertainment?

Crewe and Nantwich, Pip Massey

Jul 24, 2012

Second to host is 44-year-old housewife Pip Massey who, as a lady who lunches, has high expectations for her `glamorous¿ evening turning out to be a big success.

Crewe and Nantwich, Darren Leech

Jul 25, 2012

Landscape gardener and joker Darren's evening features fine food and lashings of his unique entertainment - including big laughs at Darren's bottom.

Crewe and Nantwich, Emma Davies

Jul 26, 2012

Student Emma Davies serves up her inventive stuffed pork, homemade gnocchi and a musical performance for her guests.

Crewe and Nantwich, Russell Stubbs

Jul 27, 2012

The week of dining is rounded off with hypnotherapist Russell Stubbs's 'British rock night'. Will Russell's great British produce win him the prize?

West Dorset, Ed

Sep 17, 2012

It's day one of the competition and music teacher Ed hosts an Elton John themed evening, which features a surprise guest appearance...

West Dorset, Tristan Murliss

Sep 18, 2012

Bon viveur Tristan Murliss attempts to impress his guests with an evening of fine dining, an Upstairs Downstairs theme and a spot of chicken hypnosis.

West Dorset, Melissa

Sep 19, 2012

Staunch veggie Melissa hosts a Wild West dinner party. She has a go at cooking chicken for her meat-eating guests, but forgets to warn them about a fiery garnish.

West Dorset, Dave Taylor

Sep 20, 2012

Expectations are low for radio DJ Dave Taylor's dinner party, and he doesn't do himself any favours with his vegetarian option. Can a darts match win his guests round?

West Dorset, Christine

Sep 21, 2012

Lady farmer Christine treats her guests to a trip to Oz, providing meat from her own land and accompanying everything with showtunes.

County Durham & Wearside, Eve Booth

Sep 10, 2012

First to host in County Durham and Wearside is personal trainer Eve Booth, who is concerned that her haggis and black pudding tower starter might not be to everyone's taste. Her gu

County Durham & Wearside, Paula Thompson

Sep 11, 2012

Interior designer and gypsy wedding supplier Paula Thompson hopes to bring a touch of sparkle with her 'black and bling' themed evening, which features a menu including fresh lobst

County Durham & Wearside, Donal Anand-Shaw

Sep 12, 2012

Nineteen-year-old languages student Donal Anand-Shaw goes all out with a black tie dinner party, complete with string quartet and a locally sourced scallop starter.

County Durham & Wearside, Eleri Watson

Sep 13, 2012

Twenty-eight-year-old debt collector Eleri Watson is a Welsh farmer's daughter and a fierce Welsh patriot, and for her night she has plumped for a Welsh menu, Welsh ingredients, an

County Durham & Wearside, Ken Brown

Sep 14, 2012

The final host in County Durham and Wearside is cheeky businessman Ken Brown, with his 'wear a wig' themed evening. He's far from happy when his rhubarb and custard 'with a twist'

Hastings, Andrew Batsford

Oct 1, 2012

First to host in Hastings is 42-year-old charity manager Andrew Batsford, who is hoping to inspire his guests with foraged ingredients of sea broccoli and stinging nettles. Even if

Hastings, Adrian Carter

Oct 2, 2012

Retired solicitor Adrian is hoping to impress his guests with a Moroccan themed evening. But disaster strikes and his tagine burns.

Hastings, Sally-Anne Keller

Oct 3, 2012

Well-travelled former corporate wife Sally-Anne Keller hosts a German-themed evening with her guests required to dress, sing and dance accordingly. Sally-Anne's night comes complet

Hastings, Kate Eadon

Oct 4, 2012

Glamorous hairdresser Kate Eadon lays on a 'gourmet' pub night for her guests. Adrian gets himself in hot water about his rugby club days, Sally-Anne reveals a surprise celebrity c

Hastings, Stelios Michael

Oct 5, 2012

Confident wheeler dealer Stelios Michael is hoping to blow his guests away with an authentic Greek night in Hastings, including a master class in Greek dancing, where Adrian steals

Leicester, Helen

Oct 22, 2012

First to host in Leicester is larger-than-life NHS manager Helen Mather, whose strategy is to keep her menu simple so she can concentrate on entertaining her guests: cheeky chap an

Leicester, Terry

Oct 23, 2012

Estate agent Terry Robinson is on a mission to reach the holy grail of a perfect score: 40 points. Confidence oozes from the kitchen as Terry prepares what he believes is a Micheli

Leicester, Porchia

Oct 24, 2012

Beauty spa manager Porchia Lee hosts a French-themed dinner party. Porchia cooks chicken liver pate, pan fried chicken with tarragon sauce and crème brulee, but can't help concentr

Leicester, Ryan

Oct 25, 2012

Twenty-year-old ex-rugby player and IT geek Ryan Bruce bravely prepares his ambitious Spanish menu in his open plan kitchen in front of his guests. Entertainment comes from Ryan's

Leicester, Richard

Oct 26, 2012

It's the final night in Leicester and the turn of double glazing salesman Richard Deeping to host. Richard's boisterous behaviour has offended most of the group this week but he ho

Salisbury, Natasha Conti

Sep 24, 2012

First to host is Natasha Conti, who's putting on a 'summer fete', complete with hilarious prizes, and has asked her guests to dress in country casuals.

Salisbury, Sophie McConnell

Sep 25, 2012

Farm manager Sophie McConnell plans pig racing as part of the entertainment on her night, and her home-grown cow Levi for the main course.

Salisbury, Anthony Brown-Hovelt

Sep 26, 2012

Former army major Anthony Brown-Hovelt is serving a worldly mix of dishes on his night in Salisbury, including Uzbek food, and porridge ice cream.

Salisbury, Chris Hiller

Sep 27, 2012

Cost conscious Chris Hiller plans an eclectic menu for his night that includes chicken a l'orange and peppers stuffed with baked beans. He's hoping the total cost of the meal for f

Salisbury, Jane Arnold

Sep 28, 2012

Part time care worker Jane Arnold is the last to host and plans an English menu sourced from the great Wiltshire outdoors. But it's Jane's revelations concerning her naughtier side

Warwickshire, Liza

Nov 5, 2012

First up for the challenge is International DJ Mark Eteson, who hopes to create a hands-in-the-air experience with his rave themed evening. Mark prepares an Ibiza inspired menu - f

Warwickshire, Steve

Nov 6, 2012

Amateur dramatics enthusiast Michaela Kearns plans a glamour themed evening including melted chocolate with dipping treats. By her own admission, Michaela isn't a great cook, plus

Warwickshire, Emma

Nov 7, 2012

Financial advisor Scott Hillier hopes to blow the competition away with a Wild West themed evening. Scott is the joker of the group but makes a shocking confession about how he met

Warwickshire, Pinky

Nov 8, 2012

Direct sales manager Sally Rachael hosts a 'girls night in' themed evening, with mysteriously titled dishes that leave her guests with no idea what they're going to be served. DJ M

Warwickshire, Alison

Nov 2, 2012

Final host alternative therapist Gill Bright has big plans for an 'upstairs downstairs' Edwardian themed evening, featuring some sophisticated food followed by circle dancing to Bo

Swindon, Mark

Nov 12, 2012

Retired businesswoman Angie Battye combines her Asian roots with her love of Barbadian cuisine for her guests IT Contractor Joel Rowbottom, tattooist Donna Stephenson, hairdresser

Swindon, Michaela

Nov 13, 2012

Disco fanatic Joel Rowbottom is hoping to impress his guests with both good food and dancing. But Joel faces some awkward questions in the light of his disco pants which result in

Swindon, Scott

Nov 14, 2012

Glamourpuss Donna Stephenson shocks her guest with the many animals in her home and her extreme beauty routine. And also with her main course of bunny delight.

Swindon, Sally

Nov 15, 2012

Shoeless window cleaner Jake Coxon takes his turn in Wakefield. Apart from a tasty beef Wellington, Jake has an ace up his sleeve with his entertainment, performing his classic son

Swindon, Gill

Nov 9, 2012

Hairdresser Francesca Saynor makes her bid for the prize. Will her simple menu and her back-to-school theme for the evening do the trick?

West Midlands, Gemma Willock

Nov 19, 2012

First to host is Gemma Willock, who is planning an evening of glitz and glamour, with a few shortcuts.

West Midlands, Andrew

Nov 20, 2012

Second to host is Andrew, who hopes to add a pop art dimension to his 50s beatnik-themed dinner party.

West Midlands, Jules

Nov 21, 2012

Latest to host is Jules, who plans to win her guests' favour with a medieval dinner party, including putting straw on the dining room floor.

West Midlands, Lucy

Nov 22, 2012

It's massage therapist Lucy's turn in this brand new competition in the West Midlands. Her meal will beThai, with a massage thrown in, and a present for each guest.

West Midlands, Lloyd Cast

Nov 23, 2012

Last to host in the West Midlands is Lloyd Cast, who plans a chilled night where his elegant food can take centre stage.

Huddersfield, Virginia Houslin

Nov 26, 2012

First to host is 49-year-old mum-of-three Virginia Houslin, who is hoping to wow her guests with her charm and Caribbean home cooking.

Huddersfield, Iyesha Atkins

Nov 27, 2012

Business development manager Iyesha Atkins tries to impress her guests with a sophisticated dinner party.

Huddersfield, Richard Wood

Nov 28, 2012

Singer and confident cook Richard Wood has steak on the menu that he's going do, in the words of his hero Frank Sinatra, 'My Way'. But it's his starter that makes Virginia want to

Huddersfield, Tommy Mack

Nov 29, 2012

It's the turn of self-styled king of clubs Tommy Mack to host in Huddersfield, and Tommy is planning a Hollywood silent movie themed evening that includes some unique entertainment

Huddersfield, Kim Connor

Nov 30, 2012

Hairdresser Kim Connor is hosting an American diner menu on the final night in Huddersfield.

Bury St Edmunds, Richard Negus

Dec 3, 2012

Horse enthusiast Richard Negus hosts a Day at the Races dinner party featuring a spot of snail racing for entertainment.

Bury St Edmunds, Amber Elba Porter

Dec 4, 2012

Lecturer Amber Elba Porter plans to show the group her spiritual side as well as her nutty meringues.

Bury St Edmunds, Tim Reinman

Dec 5, 2012

Tim Reinman hopes his Bring your Trunks dinner party will go swimmingly. But domestic goddess Hannah Totman soon upstages him and spiritualist Amber Elba-Porter and hypnotherapist

Bury St Edmunds, Sue Smith

Dec 6, 2012

Sue Smith plans a Back to School theme. But Sue's menu leaves most of her guests totally baffled.

Bury St Edmunds, Hannah Totman

Dec 7, 2012

Self-styled domestic goddess Hannah Totman takes a turn to host.

South East London, Jules Hobbs

Dec 10, 2012 · 30 min

Model agency boss Jules Hobbs puts on an evening of 'Glitz & Glamour'. After a less than traditional turkey main course, the night takes a turn for the surreal when dancing girls a

South East London, Tom Judge

Dec 11, 2012

Eccentric banker Tom Judge goes old school with a Dickensian-themed Christmas, including a Mr Fizzy Wigs punch, some wild bell ringing, a spot of kazoo playing and a dead eel for a

South East London, John Stevens

Dec 12, 2012

History buff John Stevens decides to give his guests an authentic taste of a wartime austerity with a Christmas dinner 1941-style.

South East London, Kate Kershaw

Dec 13, 2012

Twenty-nine-year old personal assistant Kate Kershaw goes all out with a festive extravaganza, asking her guests to come as their favourite Christmas word. But tensions rise when t

South East London, Charlie Spiteri

Dec 14, 2012

The last to host in this Christmas competition in south east London is Charlie Spiteri. The uber-confident host plans oysters, champagne, and an ambitious three-bird roast.

Celebrity Christmas Special, Chelsee Healey

Dec 17, 2012

This festive celebrity special stars not five but six celebs battling to win the £1000 prize for charity. Taking part are actors Chelsee Healey, Crissy Rock and Nick Pickard, singe

Celebrity Christmas Special, Nick Pickard

Dec 18, 2012

Hollyoaks star Nick Pickard is determined to get everyone in the festive spirit with his gourmet cuisine and 'elf' dress code. He's even got 'Jack' from Hollyoaks to create a full-

Celebrity Christmas Special, Chrissy Rock

Dec 19, 2012

The latest to host in this new competition is actress Chrissy Rock, who is hoping to lift Christmas spirits with a retro-themed dinner party.

Celebrity Christmas Special, Marcus Collins

Dec 20, 2012

The host in the competition is singer and proud Liverpudlian Marcus Collins. He's going all out to win the £1000 Christmas charity prize with a hefty main course of 'Scouse with a

Celebrity Christmas Special, Margi Clarke

Dec 21, 2012

The final host of this new festive edition is actress Margi Clarke, who is serving 'Margi's Magic Flying Phoenix' and bringing in a psychic and a few practical jokes for laughs.

Portsmouth, Allison Hampshire

Jan 7, 2013

Successful solicitor and glamorous mum Allison Hampshire is the first to host from Portsmouth. Allison is going all out with a sophisticated menu and quirky entertainment to bag to

Portsmouth, Will Dixon

Jan 8, 2013

It's the turn of sociology lecturer Will Dixon to host. Will's soggy salad starter disgusts picky guest Rose Proenca, and his overcooked beef Wellington doesn't do him any favours

Portsmouth, Kathy 'Hurricane' Anderson

Jan 9, 2013

French tutor Kathy 'Hurricane' Anderson intends to wow her guests with her Gallic-inspired menu. But all does not go to plan in the kitchen for Kathy as she battles with a mischiev

Portsmouth, Christopher Marlowe

Jan 10, 2013

Portsmouth, Rose Proenca

Jan 11, 2013

It's the turn of Brazilian beauty counter manager Rose Proenca, who has prepared a special Turkish menu which wows her guests. But then things start to get a bit tricky, especially

Colchester, Richard Massey

Jan 14, 2013

First to host is Richard Massey, who's banking that his signature dish 'Drunken Duck' and his cheeky chappy humour will win his guests favour.

Colchester, Darius

Jan 15, 2013

It's the second day in Colchester and the turn of smooth talking PR man Darius, who is rustling up a menu full of local produce, including his very own blackberry wine.

Colchester, Adrena

Jan 16, 2013

Army wife Adrena plans an Armenian menu to soothe her guess after two raucous nights. Her Armenian egg fight as entertainment proves a cracking success with her guests.

Colchester, James Coe

Jan 17, 2013

It's the turn of money mad James Coe, whose food is a hit.

Colchester, Jodie Edzekiel

Jan 18, 2013

It's the final day and vegetarian Jodie Edzekiel is out to wow her guest by giving them what they want...meat! That's if she can work up the courage to touch it.

Sheffield, Louise McGowan

Jan 21, 2013

Self-confessed clutter bug Louise McGowan plans a charity shop-chic night.

Sheffield, Paul Wood

Jan 22, 2013

As the oldest of the group, tribute band manager Paul Wood is quietly confident that his ambitious menu and a 1920s theme for entertainmen will see him take the prize.

Sheffield, Yana

Jan 23, 2013

Proud Russian Yana hopes to impress with an evening of delicacies from her homeland.

Sheffield, Tommy Jones

Jan 24, 2013

Musician Tommy Jones fails to hit all the right notes as disaster strikes during his starter as his evening as host descends into hilarity and high jinks.

Sheffield, Gina

Jan 25, 2013

It's the final night in Sheffield and nail artist Gina's meal lurches from one kitchen calamity to another.

Shropshire, Zoe Bailey

Jan 28, 2013

First to host is zumba instructor Zoe Bailey. Zoe's guests are posh artist Penny Timmis, travelling salesman Richard Mercer, Radio DJ Paul Shuttleworth and Josh Sedgley. Zoe's souf

Shropshire, Penny Timmis

Jan 29, 2013

Eccentric artist and dairy farmer Penny Timmis is second to host and has roped-in a dentist posing as a magician for entertainment.

Shropshire, Richard Mercer

Jan 30, 2013

It's the turn of lighting salesman Richard Mercer to host in Shropshire. The self-confessed gadget geek cooks paella for dinner and for entertainment suggests a game of 'Guess the

Shropshire, Josh Sedgley

Jan 31, 2013

Youngest of the group Josh Sedgley take to the kitchen, but unfortunately his meringues look a bit suspect, while Zoe laughs uncontrollably at his main course.

Shropshire, Paul Shuttleworth

Feb 1, 2013

The final dinner party in Shropshire is hosted by traffic reporter and radio DJ Paul Shuttleworth, who plans to mix wacky outfits, bouncy castles and fun food. But LED salesman Ric

Lincoln, Hunni Hindley

Feb 4, 2013

First to host is hunting enthusiast Hunni Hindley. Hunni's guests are outspoken Caroline Bevis, fur lover Natashka Ingham, self-proclaimed rock god Glenn Priestly, and gym buff Ric

Lincoln, Caroline Bevis

Feb 5, 2013

It's the second night of the competition in Lincolnshire and medical supplier and mother-of-one Caroline Bevis is treating her guests to a Roaring 20s dinner party with a 'swellega

Lincoln, Glenn Priestly

Feb 6, 2013

Glenn Priestly plans a rock legends dinner for his guests in Lincoln. But student Richard lowers the tone of the evening.

Lincoln, Richard Summers-Calvert

Feb 7, 2013

It's day four and body building drama student Richard Summers-Calvert is hoping to win over his guests with an audacious menu - he's serving chicken and rice for his starter, main

Lincoln, Natashka Ingham

Feb 8, 2013

It's the final night and the turn of all-American mom and ex-barrister Natashka Ingham to really show the Brits a thing or two about cooking. Natashka is serving 'fall off your hor

Somerset, Kerry Mackenzie

Feb 11, 2013

Housewife and keen horse rider Kerry Mackenzie is hoping that her Greek menu and bubbly personality will secure her the prize.

Somerset, Simon Dyer

Feb 12, 2013

It's the turn of farm owner and junkyard lover Simon Dyer to host. Simon hopes to wow his guests by cooking his main course on a salvaged drum. But Kerry takes a major dislike to C

Somerset, Richard Lees

Feb 13, 2013

The third night is hosted by builder Richard Lees. But following the departure of local politician Tim Marters from the competition, all eyes are on his replacement, forthright bod

Somerset, Emily Parker

Feb 14, 2013

Customer services trainer Emily Parker plans a night of fun and laughter with her 'Wigs and Wellies' dress code. But tensions rise between two of the guests over the mackerel pate

Somerset, Linda Rossiter

Feb 15, 2013

It's the final night of the competition and the turn of body piercer Linda Rossiter. Linda plans a leather and lace evening. But it's not long before the insults start to fly.

Dudley, Mandeep Rajput

Feb 18, 2013

This competition in Dudley in the Black Country starts with banker Mandeep Rajput, who opts for a traditional Punjabi menu for his guests and some bhangra dancing. The guests are m

Dudley, Adam Reece

Feb 19, 2013

Pub quiz host Adam Reece is the second host in Dudley and plans a 'mixed up' night with his guests being asked to attend in their pyjamas. On the menu is Italian with some gameshow

Dudley, Di Dawson

Feb 20, 2013

In Dudley 65-year-old spoon-playing pensioner Di Dawson plans some good honest home cooking and civilised conversation. But Adam is determined to take his smutty sense of humour up

Dudley, Vicky Pell

Feb 21, 2013

Dog groomer Vicky Pell has high hopes for her cruise ship-themed dinner party in Dudley. But it might not be plain sailing with a rift emerging between two of the guests.

Dudley, Sarah Freeman

Feb 22, 2013

It's the final day of the competition and 25-year-old business woman Sarah Freeman is hoping her Moroccan menu will drive her on to victory.

Mansfield, Tina Ainsworth

Feb 25, 2013

The brand new competition in Mansfield kicks off with a jaw-dropping evening of costume, music and homemade recipes from health-conscious granny Tina Ainsworth.

Mansfield, Tomasz

Feb 26, 2013

Polish croupier Tomasz hosts an 'outrageous' themed evening. One guest comes as a giant toddler while another reveals his extensive tattoos. There's also a balloon pumping competit

Mansfield, Gareth Harding

Feb 27, 2013

In Mansfield, DJ Gareth Harding turns his garden into a Balearic cocktail bar and club, complete with lasers and disco lights, and wows his guests with his fire-breathing.

Mansfield, Rachel Imms

Feb 28, 2013 · 30 min

Francophile and animal lover Rachel Imms hosts a French-inspired evening in Mansfield. But entertainment in the form of a French accordionist doesn't appeal to everyone.

Mansfield, Julia Smith

Mar 1, 2013

It's the final day in Mansfield, and dance fanatic Julia Smith is confident she can wow her guests with her fancy house and her hospitality. Having two waiters on hand certainly he