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The Hairy Bikers' Best of British

The Hairy Bikers' Best of British

8.0·2011·2 seasons · 50 episodes·Series
Documentary
Synopsis

The Hairy Bikers are back and they're on a mission to prove that British food is the best in the world.

E1Royal FamilyThe Bikers explore the incredible influence the monarchy has had over the food we eat.E2BreadThe Bikers explore how our love affair with bread has evolved over centuries.E3VegetarianThe Bikers explore the history behind the vegetarian society.E4British WaterwaysSi and Dave explore the amazing food available in our British waterwaysE5RecessionThe Bikers discover how necessity often forced British cooks to pull out all the stops.E6WarThe Bikers explore how the British have managed to create fantastic dishes even at times of war, when food is often scarce, and try their hand at rabbit stew and carrot cake.E7PicnicsThe Bikers take a look at Britain's national love of picnics, celebrating classics such as the cornish pasty and the scotch egg, and baking a luxurious dundee cake.E8Times a PlentyThe Bikers continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here, they go gourmet with lobster, truffles, chocolate and the best cuts of meat on offer.E9A Taste of the MedSi and Dave continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here they look at how the flavours of the Mediterranean have influenced British cuisine.E10CookbooksThe Bikers cook dishes from their favourite cookbooks and meet food historian Ivan Day.E11ForagingThe bikers take to the undergrowth in search of delicious free food.E12Island LifeThe Bikers look at fish, shellfish and the history of Billingsgate Market.E13Pub GrubSi and Dave explore the history behind the boom in pub food and snacks.E14PreservingThe bikers explore how some of our tastiest treats have evolved from a need to preserve.E15PuddingsThe bikers create some classic puddings and explore the history behind our favourites.E16Slow FoodIt's worth cooking ingredients to perfection - however long it may take.E17Beer and CiderThe duo explore how our love affair with Beer and Cider has evolved over centuries.E18PiesThe hairy duo discover the history behind some of the nation's most iconic pies.E19TakeawaysSi and Dave explore how Britain's love affair with takeaway food has evolved.E20Sweet ToothSii and Dave explore how the British love affair with sugar has evolved over centuries.E21Food FestivalsThe Hairy Bikers look at all the food festivals in the calendar that allow the British to indulge.E22GameThe bikers create mouth-watering dishes with rabbit, grouse and venison.E23SpicesThe duo explore the origins of Britain's favourite spices and visit a chilli festival.E24High TeaHigh tea is a truly British invention, and the bikers can't resist a mid-afternoon snack.E25BreakfastSi and Dave look at how our morning meal continues to change and evolve through time.E26Nation of GardenersBritain's skill at growing veg has inspired some amazing dishes. Si and Dave take a look at them.E27WeddingsThe Bikers explore how the foodie customs associated with wedding ceremonies have evolved.E28Food PairingsThe Bikers explore how certain British ingredients combine to make classic pairings.E29CheeseThe Bikers explore how our love affair with cheese has evolved over centuries.E30Feel Good FoodThe Bikers explore how certain ingredients and recipes can make you feel good.
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