Kew on a Plate

Kew on a Plate (2015)

EndedReality showFood

Raymond Blanc and Kate Humble spend a year at Kew Gardens growing heritage produce and cooking delicious seasonal recipes while discovering the history behind our favourite fruits and vegetables.

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Winter
Season 1Episode 460 min

Winter

The end of the year at Kew is fast approaching, winter is setting in, but some crops positively love the cold and Raymond learns how brassicas cope in this frosty season. Kate visits Kew's Millennium Seed Bank to discover the secret to the survival of our winter greens, while Raymond cooks a nutrient-rich kale dish with sweet and sour pork.

At Fishbourne Place, Kate finds out how leeks were considered medicinal in Roman time, but back at Kew disaster has struck! Raymond had planned to make a light leek terrine, but the whole leek crop has been devastated!

The Palm House at Kew holds the UK's largest collection of bananas, but only one variety, the Cavendish, now vulnerable to extinction, tends to be consumed. Kate visits the University of Leicester, where there is a race against time to find a replacement. She also learns how chicory coffee was once a popular British drink, while Raymond tries out the forced chicory grown at Kew in his winter-warming chicory gratin.

Travelling to Gressenhall Farm in Norfolk, Kate reveals how the humble turnip changed the course of farming and helped to double Britain's population. Raymond brings the turnip bang up to date when he makes a variation on traditional sauerkraut - cured and spiced turnip.

Domestic historian Ruth Goodman shows Kate how the once-popular Tudor royal treat quince jellies are made and, as Raymond and Kate's year at Kew draws to an end, the garden is prepared for its next cycle - seeds are saved and soil is mulched. Raymond makes a festive poached quince to celebrate, and they reflect on their - mostly - successful year.

Apr 6, 2015

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04WinterApr 6, 2015
S01E03AutumnMar 30, 2015
S01E02SummerMar 23, 2015
S01E01SpringMar 16, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Kew on a Plate' premiere?

'Kew on a Plate' premiered on September 8, 2015.

What is the focus of 'Kew on a Plate'?

The focus of 'Kew on a Plate' is on cooking and gardening using produce from the royal botanical gardens at Kew.

Who are the hosts of 'Kew on a Plate'?

The hosts of 'Kew on a Plate' are Raymond Blanc and Kate Humble.

What inspired Raymond Blanc to create the show 'Kew on a Plate'?

Raymond Blanc was inspired to create 'Kew on a Plate' after discovering the wealth of produce being grown at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.

What are some of the highlights of 'Kew on a Plate'?

Some of the highlights of 'Kew on a Plate' include cooking with exotic fruits and vegetables, visiting historical greenhouses, and exploring Kew's kitchen garden.

How did the team behind 'Kew on a Plate' choose the produce to showcase on the show?

The team behind 'Kew on a Plate' chose the produce to showcase on the show based on what was in season and what was being grown at Kew.

What is the format of 'Kew on a Plate'?

'Kew on a Plate' is a cooking and gardening show that combines visits to the gardens with cooking segments in the kitchen.

What are some of the gardening tips shared on 'Kew on a Plate'?

Some of the gardening tips shared on 'Kew on a Plate' include how to grow exotic fruits like pineapples and how to create a greenhouse.

What is the target audience for 'Kew on a Plate'?

The target audience for 'Kew on a Plate' is people who are interested in cooking, gardening, and exploring the natural world.

Cast

Kate Humble

Kate Humble

plays herself
Raymond Blanc

Raymond Blanc

plays himself
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Kate Humble

Kate Humble

Raymond Blanc

Raymond Blanc

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