Food and drink documentaries

Whether you are interested in fine dining or entertaining friends at home, BBC Select has an inspiring menu of food shows to enjoy. Go on a culinary adventure around the world, get recipe inspiration for meals you can make at home or see the inside story of your favorite food and drink. With series featuring Nigella Lawson, Rick Stein and more, get ready for good food and good company with our delicious feast of shows.

Scotch! The Story of Whisky

scotch! The Story of whiskey

The tiny nation of Scotland has dominated the global whisky market for generations. But what is it about this land that makes it the perfect Scotch producer? In this captivating beverage documentary, acclaimed Scottish actor David Hayman discovers the history, culture and legacy of the beloved amber liquid from its origins in Scotland to today’s multinational industry.

The Secret World of Christmas Chocolate

The Secret World of Christmas Chocolate

Christmas is a time for festive fun, glorious gifts and, perhaps most importantly, mouth-watering food. And Brits love their candy and sweet treats. In this delicious documentary, beloved comedian Jo Brand unwraps the naughty and nice stories of Christmas chocolate. As brands try to entice British consumers, a less than appetizing tale of market domination and dirty tricks emerges.

Secret World Of Sweets

secret world of sweets

Tangtastic innovations, fierce competition, deep resentments–welcome to the world of candy confections. The bitter-sweet rivalry between big brands Rowntree’s and Bassett’s used to be at the centre of British candy. But as beloved comedian Jo Brand reveals in this tasty documentary, that all changed when rivals from abroad, Mars and Haribo, decided to enter the sweet treat market.

The Secret World of Cereals

The Secret World Of Cereal

The battle to be Britain’s dominant breakfast cereal has been fought for decades. American giant Kellogg’s fought their less well-known British rival Weetabix. Join beloved British comedian Jo Brand as she tells the story of Britain’s breakfast history, featuring two companies going head-to-head, changing tastes and newcomers joining the market. Who will come out on top?

The Secret World Of Sandwiches

The Secret World Of Sandwiches

It’s no secret, Brits love sandwiches. But, as this fascinating documentary reveals, the development of the humble sandwich was a long and remarkable one. British comedy legend Jo Brand narrates the tale of UK ‘sarnies’, from the first ever pre-packaged sandwich to the mass appeal of Subway. As the big brands soon discovered, there’s plenty of bread to be made from the humble sandwich!