Lifestyle
Nigella's Amsterdam Christmas
Nigella travels to Amsterdam to enjoy the festive season in the Venice of the North. With family ties to Amsterdam that go back generations, Nigella Lawson enjoys a very special Christmas treat in the Dutch capital. She visits a unique liquorice emporium, a shop with a mind-blowing selection of cheeses and a chip shop with lines that stretch around the block. She collects ingredients for some festive feasting such as a sumptuous chicken biryani and traditional Dutch speculaas.
Treasure Houses of Britain
Enjoy a rare opportunity to explore five of Britain’s finest stately homes. Not only is exclusive access to some of the world’s best-loved buildings provided, but the treasures within will also be explored. Many tell a human story, including tapestries that celebrate the Battle of Blenheim, to a cabinet which the Medicis gave to the owners of Burghley, the greatest Elizabethan house in England.
Raymond Blanc's Royal Kitchen Gardens
Get ready to discover some of the most incredible royal kitchen gardens across the UK. In this documentary series, award-winning chef and author Raymond Blanc gains unique access to these captivating spaces, meeting the people who work there and the chefs who use them. From the apple tunnels of Highgrove to the sea-scented gardens of the Castle of Mey, Raymond promises a fascinating culinary tour.
The Secret Genius of Modern Life
Some of the most familiar, useful technology that has transformed modern life has a fascinating, baffling backstory. In this jaw-dropping documentary, mathematician Hannah Fry reveals the miraculous components that create current tech. Bank cards have a sinister origin, a Hollywood star was involved in future virtual assistant development and waffles helped to improve the soles of your sneakers!
Kirstie's Handmade Christmas
Get ready for the festive season in the capable hands of craft queen Kirstie Allsopp! Join Kirstie and some of the greatest crafters in the British Isles as they create bespoke decorations, gifts, table dressings and wreaths that are brimming with Christmas cheer. Turn your home into the ultimate Winter Wonderland filled to the rafters with gorgeous seasonal goodies.