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Marcus Wareing Simply Provence

  • 2024
  • Returning Series
  • Documentary
  • ~29m / ep
  • 1 season

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?

Latest: Series 1 · 2024

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Marcus Wareing is in Provence, discovering the secrets of simple French food.

  1. E1. The Tomato

    May 6, 2024 · 29m

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

  2. E2. Lamb

    May 7, 2024 · 28m

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

  3. E3. Goats' Cheese and Pétanque

    May 8, 2024 · 28m

    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.

  4. E4. Olives

    May 9, 2024 · 28m

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

  5. E5. Pigs and Snails

    May 13, 2024 · 28m

    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?

  6. E6. Bread and the Croque Monsieur

    May 14, 2024 · 28m

    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.

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