Taste and talk with Rich

Season 2 welcomes one of South Africa's most recognisable food personalities as Rich cooks and chats with Jenny Morris, better known to many as  The Giggling Gourmet . Known for her infectious energy, love of bold flavours, and passion for sharing food, Jenny reflects on her culinary journey, South African cuisine, and the dishes that have inspired generations of home cooks. From cooking tips...

Season 2 welcomes one of Ireland's most beloved chefs as Rich cooks alongside Rachel Allen. Known for her approachable style, bestselling cookbooks, and television career, Rachel joins Rich in the kitchen to make a beautifully simple orange cake while sharing stories from a lifetime spent around food. From baking tips and favourite ingredients to family traditions and the importance of keeping...

Season 2 welcomes one of the most recognisable faces in food as Rich cooks alongside Matt Preston. Known to millions through  MasterChef Australia , Matt joins Rich in the kitchen to make fresh summer rolls while sharing stories from his remarkable career in food, television, and journalism. Light, fresh, and packed with flavour, summer rolls are a perfect example of how simple ingredients can cre...

Season 2 continues with a celebration of great meat, bold flavours, and outdoor cooking as Rich is joined by chefs Andrew Dickens and Joe Nesbitt-Larking. In this episode, the team prepares pomegranate-glazed lamb alongside a beautifully slow-roasted loin, showcasing techniques that bring out incredible flavour while letting quality ingredients shine. From preparation and cooking methods to storie...

Season 2 welcomes one of the biggest names in food and television as  Taste and Talk with Rich  cooks alongside Gino D'Acampo. In this special episode, Rich joins Gino in the kitchen to prepare swordfish while talking about Italian cooking, simple ingredients, and the philosophy that has made Gino one of the most recognisable chefs in the world. From technique and flavour to stories from a rem...

Season 2 continues at Fouquet's Abu Dhabi, where Rich steps into the kitchen to cook one of French cuisine's great comfort dishes: braised beef cheeks. Set inside the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi, this episode explores the patience, technique, and attention to detail required to transform a humble cut of beef into a rich, tender, flavour-packed dish. From slow cooking and classic French methods...

Season 2 heads back to Abu Dhabi as  Taste and Talk with Rich  visits The Craft by Side Hustle, home to one of the UAE's most exciting microbreweries. In this episode, Rich gets into the kitchen to cook a true American comfort food classic: Chicken Fried Steak. Crispy, indulgent, and packed with flavour, it's a dish that has become a staple across the United States and a favourite for anyo...

Season 2 takes a wild turn as  Taste and Talk with Rich  heads into the heart of South Africa's Makalali Private Game Reserve for a special bush cooking episode. Surrounded by wildlife and some of Africa's most breathtaking scenery, Rich cooks over an open fire, embracing the traditions of the South African braai. It's a celebration of simple ingredients, great flavours, and the unique...

Season 2 heads to Abu Dhabi as  Taste and Talk with Rich  visits Catch at St. Regis to cook one of the world's most iconic seafood dishes: Black Cod Miso. Known for its rich flavour, delicate texture, and perfect balance of sweet and savoury notes, Black Cod Miso has become a favourite in fine dining restaurants around the globe. In this episode, Rich gets behind the pass to learn the techniqu...

Season 2 continues as  Taste and Talk with Rich  heads to Lowe to cook red snapper with Chef Ali. Known for its focus on sustainable cooking and thoughtful use of ingredients, Lowe takes a different approach to dining in Dubai — and this episode is a proper look inside that mindset. From preparation to plating, it’s all about precision, minimal waste, and letting quality produce do the work. Part...

Can you cook a full restaurant-quality dish in just 6 minutes? In this episode of  Taste and Talk with Rich , we put it to the test — cooking sea bass fast at home using HexClad pans made famous by Gordon Ramsay. This is all about speed, simplicity, and getting serious flavour without overcomplicating things. From pan heat to timing, Rich shows how to make a quick, clean, and impressive dish using...

Season 2 continues as  Taste and Talk with Rich  heads to The Guild to cook a next-level gourmet burger with Chef Burak Pazarlioğlu. Using premium wagyu beef and building everything from scratch, including a rich homemade mayonnaise, this episode is all about technique, flavour, and doing the simple things properly. Part of our Taste of Dubai series, we’re spotlighting the restaurants and dishes t...

Season 2 kicks off BIG.  Taste and Talk with Rich  is back — and now on video. Rich heads to Akira Back with Chef Gin to cook the iconic “Perfect Storm” signature roll from scratch. Expect behind-the-scenes kitchen access, real chef chat, and a deep dive into Japanese cuisine, flavours, and technique. Fast, fun, and unfiltered — this is the start of a brand-new era. Now streaming on Spotify &...

In this episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich , we explore the meaning of a  family Christmas meal  — the traditions, the shared table, and the dishes that bring everyone together once a year. Rich dives into festive cooking with a classic  roast turkey dinner , crispy  roast potatoes ,  pigs in blankets , buttery  sprouts , honey-glazed carrots and parsnips, braised red cabbage and rich homemade...

In this episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich , we dive into the art of  hosting friends during the festive season  — where big tables, generous food and relaxed energy matter more than perfection. Rich shares how to host memorable gatherings without stress, from casual  Friendsmas-style drop-ins  to relaxed festive dinners and late-night cheese boards. Along the way we cook easy crowd-pleasers i...

On this deeply personal episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich , we explore the power of  comfort food  — the dishes that calm us, ground us, and bring us home again. From childhood kitchens in Ireland to warm bowls of soup on difficult days, Rich shares the stories behind the foods that hold our memories. Cook along as Rich makes a simple  chicken noodle soup , the kind of dish that appears in ki...

Smoke, spice and messy, unforgettable bites. In this episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich , we dive into the electric world of  street food  — the sizzling grills, paper trays, and bold flavours that make food festivals and night markets so addictive. Rich recreates the spirit of global street food with a cook-along for  Thai chicken satay skewers and green papaya salad , sharing stories from st...

From the beaches of  Mykonos  to the buzzing streets of  Athens , this episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich  dives deep into the soul of  Greek cuisine  — where olive oil, lemon, sea air and shared tables define how food is meant to feel. Chef and radio host Rich explores why Greek food hits differently, from communal mezze and tzatziki with vinegar to slow-baked  moussaka , taramasalata, fava,...

Thailand comes to Abu Dhabi in this flavour-packed episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich . Chef and radio host Rich dives into the bold, balanced world of  Thai cuisine , inspired by the buzzing kitchens and cook-along sessions at  Taste of Abu Dhabi’s Kibsons Cook School . Cook along as Rich makes a rich  Massaman curry with jasmine rice , shares a quick  Thai red curry shortcut , and finishes w...

BBQ School: From Braai to Brisket | Taste & Talk with Rich Fire, smoke and serious flavour. In this episode of  Taste & Talk with Rich , chef and radio host Rich dives into the world of real barbecue at  Taste of Abu Dhabi’s BBQ School . From South African  braai traditions with Jenny Morris , to modern  British barbecue with Andrew Dickens , and deep-smoked  American brisket with pitmaste...

In the very first episode of Taste & Talk with Rich, Rich dives into the passion, simplicity, and chaos of Italian cooking. Cooking a classic carbonara in real time, he shares stories from his years in professional kitchens, including his time as Executive Chef at Roberto Cavalli’s restaurant, and explores why Italian food continues to rule the culinary world. From pasta traditions and essential i...