Food and drink documentaries

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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.

Rick Stein's Spain

Rick Stein's Spain

Chef Rick Stein has visited Spain since he was a young boy and has fallen in love with the country’s cuisine. Thanks to a handful of dedicated Spanish chefs and a growing enthusiasm for its rugged flavors, the nation’s food has undergone a renaissance. Rick travels the length of the country in his trusty camper van, going off the beaten track to discover the authentic soul of Spanish cooking.

Rick Stein's Spanish Christmas

Rick Stein's Spanish Christmas

Rick Stein believes that no one celebrates Christmas in greater style than the Spanish, where the festivities last for over two weeks and the dishes they prepare are delicious alternatives to the usual festive fare. Rick hosts a special Christmas party in London, cooking clams with serrano ham, lamb stuffed eggplant with Moorish spices, chicken with saffron and orange caramel creams.

Rick Stein's Road to Mexico

Rick Stein's Road to Mexico

It was 1968, and having heard the Mamas and Papas’ California Dreaming, beloved British chef Rick Stein had a dream. He was filled with a desire to embark on his own road trip down the Pacific Coast Highway to the Mexican border and beyond. Nearly 50 years later, he’s back to retrace his steps, traveling from California to the Yucatan Peninsula enjoying delicious food along the way.

Britain's Favorite Foods: Are They Good for You?

Britain's Favorite Foods: Are They Good for You?

Last year Brits spent over $84 billion on food, including three billion liters of milk, 730 million kilos of bananas and 1.34 billion kilos of potatoes. But what do we actually know about these foods? And which ones help people feel and look better? Professor Alice Roberts travels across the UK to track down the latest scientific information, revealing the definitive guide to the foods Brits love.

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.