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Hairy Bikers' Best of British

1 Series ∙ 19 Episodes ∙ Food

The bikers continue their culinary journey through time as they celebrate British food.

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S1 E11 · Foraging

The bikers take to the undergrowth in search of delicious free food.

S1 E12 · Puddings

The bikers create some classic puddings and explore the history behind our favourites.

S1 E13 · Island Life

The Bikers look at fish, shellfish and the history of Billingsgate Market.

S1 E14 · Pub Grub

The bikers explore the history behind the boom in pub food and snacks.

S1 E15 · Preserving

The bikers explore how some of our tastiest treats have evolved from a need to preserve.

S1 E16 · Slow Food

It's worth cooking ingredients to perfection - however long it may take.

S1 E17 · Beer and Cider

The duo explore how our love affair with beer and cider has evolved over centuries.

S1 E18 · Pies

The hairy duo discover the history behind some of the nation's most iconic pies.

S1 E19 · Takeaways

The duo explore how Britain's love affair with takeaway food has evolved.

S1 E20 · Sweet Tooth

The duo explore how the British love affair with sugar has evolved over centuries.

S1 E21 · Food Festivals

The duo look at all the food festivals in the calendar that allow the British to indulge.

S1 E22 · Game

The bikers create mouth-watering dishes with rabbit, grouse and venison.

S1 E23 · Spices

The duo explore the origins of Britain's favourite spices and visit a chilli festival.

S1 E25 · Breakfast

The duo look at how our morning meal continues to change and evolve through time.

S1 E26 · Nation of Gardeners

Britain's skill at growing veg has inspired some amazing dishes.

S1 E27 · Weddings

The Bikers explore how the foodie customs associated with wedding ceremonies have evolved.

S1 E28 · Food Pairings

The Bikers explore how certain British ingredients combine to make classic pairings.

S1 E29 · Cheese

The Bikers explore how our love affair with cheese has evolved over centuries.

S1 E30 · Feel Good Food

The Bikers explore how certain ingredients and recipes can make you feel good.

Hairy Bikers' Everyday Gourmet

Gordon's Great Escape

Rick Stein's Spanish Christmas

Rick Stein's Cornish Christmas

Rick Stein's India

Rick Stein's Spain

Gino's Italian Escape

Rick Stein's Far Eastern Odyssey: Xmas Special

Rick Stein's Secret France

Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes

Rick Stein's Long Weekends

Rick Stein: From Venice to Istanbul