Out To Lunch

Power, greed, religion and sex: historian Dan Jones brings the drama of medieval history alive through compelling stories, larger-than-life characters and vivid scenes. In the first season, get to know the most dysfunctional family of the Middle Ages – the Plantagenets – and find out how their scandalous betrayals and bloody politics shaped the world we live in today.  A Somethin’ Else & Sony Musi...

On getting political with fellow Line of Duty cast members, an upcoming writing project with Irvine Welsh, and chatting buyer’s remorse with Steven Spielberg. For the season finale, actor Adrian Dunbar goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner. Adrian and Jay enjoy a delicious meal at Daffodil Mulligan, London: www.daffodilmulligan.com Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch...

On chatting filth with Miriam Margolyes, knocking door-to-door for work with Jo Unwin, and a conversation with a doctor that changed her life. Award-winning screenwriter and actor Joanna Scanlan goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner. Joanna and Jay enjoy a delicious Italian meal at Margot, London: www.margotrestaurant.com Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch Out To Lun...

On meeting Tennessee Williams, her unlikely friendship with Gyles Brandreth, and climbing a mountain aged 83. Award-winning actor and writer Dame Sheila Hancock goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Dame Sheila and Jay enjoy a delicious Middle Eastern meal at Bubala, London: bubala.co.uk  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out To Lunch is a Somethin’ Else and Jay...

On his double BAFTA win, his role as judge on a new cooking show with Stacey Dooley and challenging classism in the entertainment industry. Presenter, grime artist and actor Big Zuu goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner. Big Zuu and Jay enjoy a delicious meal at BAO Noodle Shop, London: baolondon.com/restaurant/bao-noodle-shop/ Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch. Out...

On working with Emma Thompson, leaving her high-flying finance career for comedy, and having a mango dealer. Comedian and actor Sindhu Vee goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Sindhu and Jay enjoy a delicious Creole meal at Louie, London: https://louie-london.com/  Sindhu is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this August with hit show Alphabet from Aug 18-28. Go to sindhuvee.com for more de...

On being Gordon Ramsay’s protégé, receiving backlash from Stephen Fry, and keeping restaurant kitchens open late for special guests. Chef and presenter Angela Hartnett goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Angela and Jay enjoy a delicious lunch at The French House, London: http://www.frenchhousesoho.com/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch. Out To Lunch is a Someth...

On performing at Glastonbury with Snoop Dog, being the subject of racism at the Venice Biennale, and remembering music entrepreneur, DJ and SBTV founder, Jamal Edwards. Rapper and television presenter Tinie goes Out to Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Tinie and Jay share a delicious meal courtesy of the nose-to-tail Italian-inspired diner Manteca in Shoreditch, London: https://www.mantecarestaurant.co.uk/ ...

On early conversations with Sir Ian Mckellen about coming out, writing fan letters to Laurence Olivier and being ‘the funeral’ in Four Weddings and a Funeral. Actor, writer and director Simon Callow goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Simon and Jay enjoy a delicious meal at 10 Greek Street, London: https://www.10greekstreet.com/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunc...

On her fiancé’s recent life-altering accident, being banned from Twitter three times, and shooting James Bond’s gun. Actor Amanda Abbington goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner. Amanda and Jay enjoy a delicious lunch at Riding House Café, London: https://ridinghouse.cafe/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out To Lunch is a Somethin’ Else and Jay Rayner Production...

On stealing his Mum's Valium, dining next to Margaret Thatcher, and the early antics of Madness. Singer-songwriter, musician, radio personality and actor Suggs goes Out to Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Suggs and Jay share a meal courtesy of the wine workshop and kitchen 28-50 in Kensington, London: https://2850southken.co.uk/   Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out T...

On getting “mixed reviews” from Jamie Oliver, working with Gordon Ramsay, and Hersha Patel receiving death threats because of his viral videos. Comedian and YouTuber Nigel Ng goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Nigel and Jay share a delicious meal at Min Jiang, London: https://www.minjiang.co.uk/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out To Lunch is a Somethin’ El...

On going viral, her BAFTA nomination, and being a self-proclaimed aggy feminist. Comedian, musician, actress and presenter Rachel Parris goes Out to Lunch with Jay. Rachel and Jay enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine at Barshu in London: https://barshurestaurant.co.uk/  For official show merch, head to: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out To Lunch is a Somethin’ Else and Jay Rayner Pr...

On playing the ukulele with Sam Neill, living with Nish Kumar and how no one should ever date comedians. Writer, actor and comedian Rose Matafeo goes Out To Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Rose and Jay enjoy a delicious Thai meal at Greyhound Café, London: https://greyhoundcafe.uk/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out To Lunch is a Somethin’ Else and Jay Rayner Produ...

On filming a Comic Relief video alongside Tom Jones, receiving a private performance from Shirley Bassey, and getting voicemail messages from Ronnie Corbett. Welsh actor, comedian, impressionist, presenter, singer and writer Rob Brydon goes out to lunch with Jay Rayner. Rob and Jay enjoy a delicious three course Italian meal courtesy of Signor Sassi in Knightsbridge, London: https://signorsassi.co...

On receiving a Cardi B candle from Daniel Radcliffe, witnessing Tom Cruise break his ankle, and working alongside her idol Olivia Colman. Actor and character comedian Lolly Adefope goes out to lunch with Jay Rayner. Lolly and Jay enjoy a delicious Chinese feast at A. Wong, London: https://www.awong.co.uk/ Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch Out To Lunch is a Somet...

On playing piano with Black Sabbath in attendance, his friendship with the late comedian Sean Lock, and the experience of winning Strictly Come Dancing. For this episode, actor, comedian, musician, and singer Bill Bailey goes out to lunch with Jay. Bill and Jay enjoy a delicious meal courtesy of The Wigmore, London: https://the-wigmore.co.uk/  Official show merch: https://kontraband.shop/collectio...

On “coming out” as Jewish, being recommended the best therapist he’s ever had by John Cleese, and why he chose celibacy for years. For the first episode in a brand new series, actor, presenter, writer and producer Stephen Fry goes out to lunch with Jay Rayner..  Stephen and Jay enjoy the finest seafood at Wiltons Restaurant, London: https://wiltons.co.uk/   Official show merch: https://kontraband....

Stephen Fry, Rose Matafeo, Bill Bailey, Lolly Adefope, Rachel Parris, Rob Brydon and many more join Jay Rayner for a brand new series of Out To Lunch. Watch out for weekly episodes from Tuesday 8th March 2022, delivering mouth-watering conversation straight from the best restaurants in town.  And if that doesn’t sate your appetite, subscribe on Apple Podcasts for an exclusive bonus episode every m...

On kissing Julia Roberts, featuring as a pin up in the gay Doctor Who fanzine, and his life as a “shouty” activist. For this, the final episode in the season, actor and theatre director Sam West goes out to lunch with Jay Rayner.  Sam and Jay are served a delicious three-course meal in the William Kent Room at The Ritz, London: https://www.theritzlondon.com/dine-with-us/the-ritz-restaurant/  For o...

On geeking out with Prince, recording Sheridan Smith behind a mattress, and his relationship with Simon Cowell. Musician Gary Barlow goes Out to Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Gary and Jay indulge in a delicious meal courtesy of chef Richard Corrigan’s flagship restaurant, Corrigan’s Bar and Restaurant, Mayfair, London: https://www.corrigansmayfair.co.uk/  For official show merch, head to: https://kontra...

On singing backing vocals for Ed Sheeran, getting called out for tax-avoidance by David Cameron, and losing his virginity. Comedian, presenter and writer Jimmy Carr goes out to lunch with Jay.  Jimmy and Jay enjoy delicious Chinese food at Royal China Club Baker St, London: https://www.royalchinagroup.co.uk/  For official show merch, head to: https://kontraband.shop/collections/out-to-lunch  Out T...

On playing chess with Chadwick Boseman, singing posthumous duets with Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole, and the recent grief of losing his brother to Covid-19.  Grammy-Award winning singer and songwriter Gregory Porter goes out to lunch with Jay.  Gregory and Jay tuck into a delicious meal from Holborn Dining Room: https://holborndiningroom.com/ enjoyed in the beautiful Scarfes Bar: https://scarf...

On hearing Leonardo DiCaprio practice the Oscar speech that never happened, attending weekend house parties at Mo Mowlam’s royal residence, and being moved to tears during filming for his recent documentary, comedian and presenter Patrick Kielty goes Out to Lunch with Jay Rayner.  Patrick and Jay indulge in a delicious meal courtesy of Otto’s French Restaurant, London: https://www.ottos-restaurant...

On hunting down two South African neo-Nazi terrorists, entering the most dangerous prison in the world with a bishop for protection, and being asked to infiltrate Al-Qaeda, author, journalist, and documentary filmmaker Simon Reeve weighs up the value of these high adrenaline adventures against the reality of leaving his son for weeks at a time, when he goes out to lunch with Jay Rayner.  Simon Ree...