Mary's Foolproof Dinners
Mary's Foolproof Dinners is a TV show on BBC2. Mary shares her wit and wealth of cookery know-how with her celebrity pals, all keen to keep up in the kitchen. Success every time, in a joyful celebration of food with friends. The program has been available since 2024. A total of 6 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in December 2024.
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Mary's Foolproof Dinners
Mary teaches The Repair Shop’s Will Kirk some delicious alfresco recipes, perfect for his new barbecue, and in return, he teaches her the art of wood whittling.
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Sara Davies is celebrating a milestone birthday, so she joins Mary to learn some special recipes perfect for parties, before they take a tour around the spectacular Cliveden House.
Sue Perkins is a talented cook who can be chaotic in the kitchen, so she joins Mary to learn some foolproof recipes perfect for hosting. Later, they find time for a unique tennis lesson.
Wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin is a cautious cook, so he joins Mary to learn some fuss-free recipes. In turn, he gives Mary a safari tour and teaches her some photography skills.
Mary catches up with her friend Claudia Winkleman to share simple recipes perfect for a lazy weekend. They take a stroll to a foodie treasure trove, and Mary has a surprise in store.
Alan Carr doesn’t have a clue how to cook his favourite comfort foods, so Mary teaches him some foolproof recipes. In exchange, he makes her a signature ‘Berry’ cocktail.