Always in Season – The Podcast – Season 1

S1 E18 Life's batter with pancakes 

With: Patricia Trijibits, CEO and Founder of Where the pancakes are

James sits down with Patricia Trijibits, CEO and Founder of Where the pancakes are; one of the hottest and most popular pancake restaurants in London. Chatting about toppings, the best secret tips to make the perfect batter and so much more, this episode will get you ready for Pancake Day.  

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E17: Brian Turner CBE on cooking tips, seasonal eating, and career highlights

With: Brian Turner CBE

In our first episode of 2022, James is joined by one of Britain’s most well-knows chefs, the incredible Brian Turner CBE. Here we chat about his time on Ready Steady Cook, how TV chefs have evolved, seasonal cooking and his surprise favourite foods.  

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E16: Discovering the magic of British wine with Castlewood Vineyard

With: Rob Corbett, Vinter and owner at Castlewood Vineyard

In our last episode of the year, James is joined by Rob Corbett, Vintner, and owner at Castlewood Vineyard, a Devon-based, family vineyard specialising in low intervention and sustainable British wine.

We delve into the explosion of British wine, perfect wine parings and recipes, what to look out for when you are buying wine and the importance of buying local and from small producers. If you’re already a fan of British wine then this episode is not to be missed, equally, if you’ve never tried British wine before then after this episode you will certainly want to sample a bottle (or two) over Christmas and find out what all the fuss is about.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E15: Turkey: everything you need to know ahead of Christmas dinner

With: Paul Kelly, managing director and turkey farmer at the award-winning Kelly Turkeys.

In our latest episode, James is joined by Paul Kelly, managing director and turkey farmer at the award-winning Kelly Turkeys.

Here we chat about everything you need to know before you prep and cook your turkey ahead of Christmas, how Henry VIII is responsible for bringing the turkey to the Christmas table and top recipes which use the whole bird and lots more. Trust me, if you aren’t already excited about Christmas feasting, you will be after listening to this…

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E14: Breaking bread with Richard Bertinet

With Richard Bertinet:

In our latest episode, James Golding is joined by a true bread genius, award-winning cookbook author and the man behind campaigning for ‘real bread’, Richard Bertinet.

Here we chat about how Richard first got into baking, how he decided to take the plunge and open the incredible Bertinet Kitchen cookery school, why in a time of crisis we go back to basics and so much more.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E13: Using food to make social change with Simon Boyle

With Simon Boyle:

In this episode of Always in Season James Golding is joined by social entrepreneur, award-winning chef, and author Simon Boyle.

Here we delve into how Simon Boyle is helping to bring vulnerable people into the food industry by using the hospitality industry in a positive way, his journey to Sri Lanka to help local communities after the devastation of the tsunami, the unique cookery book he created during lockdown with top chefs from across the globe including Rick Stein and Michel Roux Jnr to help raise money for those in the hospitality sector, how certain meats can help with mental health and so much more.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E12: British Dining with John Williams MBE

With John Williams:

In episode 12 of Always in Season James Golding is joined by one of the most respected chefs in Britain and Executive Chef at The Ritz, John Williams MBE.

Here they chat about his experience of cooking for Margaret Thatcher on her 70th birthday and the surprise dinners she used to love, the importance of apprenticeships within the hospitality sector, why John gets excited about seasonal produce, the magical Ritz experience and so much more.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E11: Eating seasonally with Rosie Birkett

With: Rosie Birkett

In this episode, James is joined by award-winning recipe writer, columnist, author, stylist and cook Rosie Birkett. Here they talk about the magic of a family Sunday roast, dinner party tips, Rosie’s secrets on making your dishes look their best on Instagram and favourite recipes that use seasonal ingredients.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E10: Cooking simply with Cyrus Todiwala OBE, DL

With: Cyrus Todiwala OBE, DL

Here, James Golding sits down with an incredible award-winning chef, cookery book writer and advocate for sustainability in hospitality, Cyrus Todiwala OBE, DL. We catch up about his incredible charity work, favourite meals and Cyrus’ experience of cooking for Her Majesty The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh during her Diamond Jubilee.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E9: Bringing Salt Making Back To Scotland

With: Master Salter  Gregorie Marshall 

Gregorie Marshall, Blackthorn’s Master Salter, whose family has been involved in the salt industry for five generations, sits down with me to explain the amazing process of how they make salt in their incredible Thorn Tower. Here we discuss how Gregorie turned his salty obsession into an incredible, sustainable artisan business and one that I love, the process behind making Blackthorn Salt, the history of salt and our favourite ways of using it to enhance flavours. Think all salt is the same? Give this episode a listen to find out everything you need to know about the science behind the seasoning and Blackthorn’s mission to bring sustainable salt making to Scotland.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E8: Take your BBQ game to the next level

With: BBQ legends and first ladies of ‘Cue’ Sam and Shauna.

In this episode, James Golding is joined by by award-winning, BBQ legends and first ladies of ‘Cue’ Sam and Shauna. Here they chat about how they ended up sleeping on Dolly Parton’s drummers’ floor during their six-month USA road trip and later went on to have their food requested by Dolly herself when she played in Cardiff, top BBQ tips, their love affair with American BBQ and how they brought a taste of the Deep South to Wales.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E7: Charcuterie but not as you know it

With: Dhruv Baker, ex MasterChef winner, charcuterie extraordinaire and co-founder of award-winning Tempus Food

In this episode, James Golding is joined by Dhruv Baker, ex MasterChef winner, charcuterie extraordinaire and co-founder of Tempus Food, an award-winning British charcuterie brand which is making a difference. Here is tell us about the importance of using ex-dairy British meat, the sustainability of a career choice and his favourite ways of serving charcuterie throughout the seasons.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E6: Say cheese

With: Peter Morgan, award-winning cheese maker and founder of The Book and Bucket Cheese Company

In this episode, James Golding is joined by Peter Morgan, award-winning cheese maker and founder of The Book and Bucket Cheese Company. Here he tells us all about how his products are helping the environment, the best ways to enjoy cheese and even some surprising cheese facts.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E5: Serving seasonality

With: Peter McKenna, chef and restaurant owner

On the show this week, James Golding is joined by award-winning chef and restaurant owner, Peter McKenna. In this episode we discuss foraging tips, favourite childhood food memories, the beauty of eating with the seasons and why seaweed is the surprise ingredient that Peter loves using on his menu right now. 

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E4: Eating to feel energised

With: Laura Kennington, adventure athlete

In this week’s episode, James Golding sits down with adventure athlete, Laura Kennington, to discuss how she fuels herself before mammoth sporting activities. Find out what she eats before cycling for 12 hours, how she stays motivated and her go-to recipes for keeping her energy levels up plus how she stays on the healthy eating track while on the road.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E3: Sustainable meat consumption

With: Lee Moreton of From Salt to Smoke 

Knowledge is the key ingredient for eating sustainably sourced meat and with BBQ season upon us, James Golding talks through becoming a conscious carnivore. James is also joined by Lee Moreton, the brains behind From Salt to Smoke, experts in ethically reared meat. In this episode we look at making the dairy industry more sustainable and how this can benefit the meat industry and the best cuts of meat and seasonal vegetables for a summer BBQ. James reveals which veg you can enjoy over the summer and shares some of his favourite BBQ recipes.

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E2: Conscious chocolate

With: Master chocolatier, William Curley 

Award-winning master chocolatier William Curley joins James Golding to chat about the importance of sustainability in the chocolate industry and how cheap chocolate can come at a high price. William is a world-renowned chef pâtissier, a record-breaking, four-time winner of Best British Chocolatier and ethically sourced, high-quality, seasonal ingredients are at the heart of his chocolate creations. 

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.

S1 E1: Food for thought

With: Dr Carly Daniels and Clare Stanley from The National Lobster Hatchery

In the first episode of the series, James Golding delves into sustainable seafood and looks at the incredible work being done by marine conservation charity, The National Lobster Hatchery, who is on a mission to conserve fragile lobster stocks in Cornwall. 

This episode is also available on Castbox and Amazon Music.