Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maunika Gowardhan on spices, regional Indian cookery and Holi
03-03-2026 | 42 Min.
Join host Samuel Goldsmith for an in-depth conversation with acclaimed food writer and Indian cooking expert Maunika Gowardhan. In this episode, Maunika shares her passion for regional Indian cuisine, demystifying the diverse culinary traditions that span India's states.
Discover the fascinating origins of Indian spices, from pepper's ancient use before chillies arrived to the Portuguese influences in Goan cooking. Maunika reveals how geography, climate, and history shaped dishes across regions, from Mumbai's Sunday fish curry tradition to Bihar's smoky lamb dishes and Bengal's Portuguese-inspired prawn pie.
In this episode:
• The true meaning of "curry" and its regional variations
• Essential spices every home cook should own (and how to store them properly)
• The evolution of Indian food in the UK and London's thriving regional restaurant scene
• Behind-the-scenes stories from 20 years researching recipes in Indian homes
• Celebrating Holi with traditional drinks like thandai and beloved street snacks
Perfect for food enthusiasts curious about authentic Indian cooking, this conversation goes beyond takeaway staples to explore the untapped depth of regional Indian cuisine, from coastal seafood curries to northern slow-cooked lamb dishes.
Maunika is an Indian chef and bestselling author known for her fresh, accessible approach to authentic Indian cooking. Born and raised in Mumbai, she shares vibrant recipes rooted in heritage and family tradition. A popular contributor to olive magazine and BBC One’s Morning Live, she also writes for Vogue India. Curry is Maunika’s fourth cookbook, following Tandoori Home Cooking, the Times-bestselling Thali and her debut, Indian Kitchen, loved by cooks worldwide.
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Chicken, leek & ham pie
26-02-2026 | 6 Min.
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tom Gilbey on simplifying wine, the best chicken pie, and working with family
24-02-2026 | 50 Min.
Ever wondered why wine lists feel so intimidating? Or whether that £7 bottle is actually any good? Tom Gilbey—blind tasting expert, social media sensation, and author of the new book Thirsty—joins us to demystify the world of wine with warmth, wit, and zero pretension.
In this episode, Tom shares how a freezing ice bath video accidentally launched his viral wine education journey, why his family's wine dynasty dates back to the Crimean War (complete with some questionable marketing tactics), and the surprising story of Iron Maiden's drummer's very expensive taste in Bordeaux.
You'll discover:
The truth about wine pricing and when you're really just paying for the name
Why South Africa and Portugal are the wine regions to watch right now
How to actually taste wine in a restaurant without feeling awkward
What "corked" wine really means (and why wet cardboard is involved)
Tom's comfort food obsession: chicken, ham, and tarragon pie with a buttery Chardonnay
Why natural wine divides opinion—and why that's actually fine
The rise of English wine that rivals £80 white Burgundy
Tom also reveals his biggest barbecue disaster, his sweet tooth weakness that keeps him running marathons, and why fermented grape juice should simply be there to make us laugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Suzie Lee's Quick and Easy Dumplings
19-02-2026 | 5 Min.
Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join host Samuel Goldsmith every Tuesday as he chats with cooks, chefs, and food lovers. In each episode, Samuel dives into a sparkling conversation about the guest's life, their journey in the food and drink world, and, of course, their passion for food. Expect plenty of laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories from the people behind the plates.
The fun doesn't stop there! Tune in for sections like My Favourite Dish, where the guest discusses their favourite dishes and how they've made them their own, Cookery Confessions, where guests share their funniest kitchen mishaps and culinary secrets, and Quick Fire Questions, a rapid round of surprises that reveal more about their tastes and quirks.
Plus, on Thursdays, get a taste of new recipes in our bonus episodes—easy-to-follow cook-alongs to bring the flavours of the conversation to your kitchen.
Do scroll back in the feed to our archive including special episodes hosted by Tom Kerridge, Orlando Murrin and Mallika Basu.
The Good Food podcast has featured guests such as: Jamie Oliver, Nadiya Hussain, Michel Roux, Ainsley Harriot, Gennaro Contaldo, Claire Richards, Fred Sirieix, Big Zuu, Tess Daly, Liz Bonnin, Becky Excell, Professor Tim Spector, Rukmini Iyer, Riyadh Khalaf, John Whaite, Crystelle Pereira, Paul Ainsworth, The Hairy Bikers, Marcus Wareing, Sabrina Ghayour, Jane Dunn and Atul Kochhar.
Discussing topics such as BBQ, fermenting, brunch, spices, Eurovision, Caribbean flavours, sustainability, chocolate, Spanish cuisine, vegan cooking, Bake Off, airfryers, health, wellbeing, nutrition, slow cookers, cocktails, pancakes, pressure cookers, seasonal food and cocktails.
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