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The Food Chain Episodes

  1. 20/08/2026 GMT

    The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.

  2. 13/08/2026 GMT

    The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.

  3. The Food Chain

    The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.

  4. The Food Chain

    The Food Chain examines the business, science and cultural significance of food, and what it takes to put food on your plate.

  5. When should I eat my evening meal?

    The science, myths and practical advice behind the timing of dinner

  6. The rise of eating alone

    More of us live alone now, but are we becoming more comfortable with dining solo too? (R)

  7. What do World Cup footballers eat?

    The science and logistics behind feeding footballers at the highest level.

  8. How to order a restaurant meal like a pro

    Eating out at a restaurant can be expensive, so how can you make sure it’s worth it?

  9. What to eat for a better night's sleep

    From kiwi fruit to caffeine: what helps, and what hinders, a good night's rest?

  10. Why do we love smoky flavours so much?

    We look at the enduring appeal of smoked foods around the world.

  11. Can music change the way food tastes?

    The surprising links between music, flavour and customer behaviour.

  12. Can I save the family restaurant?

    Following Lisa He as she puts her career on hold to try and save the family's restaurant

  13. The business of food tours

    How guided food experiences became a fast-growing part of global tourism.

  14. The craft of the cocktail

    Three renowned bartenders on what it takes to create the perfect drink.

  15. How to meal prep like a pro

    How batch cooking can save time, money and food waste

  16. Don't underestimate the potato

    Nutritious, versatile and world-changing, we re-evaluate this humble vegetable.

  17. The food writers

    Three food writers on how their jobs matter more than ever in times of global uncertainty

  18. Can we eat for exam success?

    Can a good diet support brain health, sleep and concentration during exams?

  19. How to eat more fibre and why you should!

    So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.

  20. So you think you can't cook?

    Simple tips and expert advice to help you build confidence in the kitchen.

  21. Is kitchen culture changing?

    Chefs reflect on tough training, pressure, and life inside professional kitchens.

  22. How to have a stress-free family meal

    Expert tips on how to handle fussy eaters and take the tension out of family dinners.

  23. What to eat to run a marathon

    Running 26.2 miles? Paula Radcliffe and others explain what to eat to race and recover.

  24. Following my food dream

    Three restaurateurs on what it's like to quit a high-flying career for your passion

  25. The story of the sandwich

    An easy meal with global appeal, endless possibilities and hidden meaning.

  26. Small kitchens

    From city flats to Michelin-starred eateries - what it's like to cook in a tiny space.

  27. The risk takers

    The tough choices food founders make to survive.

  28. How to write a recipe

    Ruth Alexander learns about the art, science and hard work that goes into recipe writing.

  29. Can you learn to love the foods you hate?

    Exploring where food dislikes come from and whether they can be changed

  30. Fermented foods: A beginner's guide

    Discover the basics of fermented food. How to make it and what it's doing in our guts.

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