The Supersizers Eat...

The Supersizers Eat... (2009)

EndedDocumentary showComedy, Food

Restaurant critic Giles Coren and writer and comedian Sue Perkins experience the food culture of years gone by.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

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Ancient Rome
Season 1Episode 660 min

Ancient Rome

Series in which restaurant critic Giles Coren and writer and comedian Sue Perkins experience the food culture of years gone by. This time they travel back to the early days of the Roman Empire. Living in asplendid villa, Senator Giles dons a toga while Vestal Virgin Sue dresses in tunics and keeps the fires of Rome burning.

Italian chef and cookery writer Valentina Harris slaves away in the marbled kitchen, cooking extraordinary meals, including the stinking fish sauce known as garum. When not gorging on delights from Valentina's kitchen, Giles and Sue try out the popular Roman snack lagana, the precursor of pizza and pasta, while attending the Colosseum.

Sue also finds herself as Queen Cleopatra, and is delivered to Giles in a carpet. Together they dine on spicy Egyptian fare. Giles tries his hand at being a gladiator and Sue discovers some of the more obscure gods at the Pantheon. While dining on sheep's testicles, sow's udder pate and duck tongue, Giles realises that being a gladiator may not be such a good idea, so they decide to go and conquer a small island called Britannica.

Rocking up on Dover beach, they try British oysters and the food provided for the invading Roman army. Sue tries her hand at being Boudicca and Giles plunges into a freezing cold Roman bath. Missing their slaves, they retreat back to Rome for a final banquet with guests actor Kenneth Cranham, historian Adrian Goldsworthy and food expert Angela Pagano. Our intrepid Supersizers end their adventures suffocated in a shower of falling rose petals.

Jul 27, 2009

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Ancient RomeJul 27, 2009
S01E05The FiftiesJul 20, 2009
S01E04The TwentiesJul 13, 2009
S01E03The French RevolutionJul 6, 2009
S01E02MedievalJun 22, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Supersizers Eat...' premiere?

'The Supersizers Eat...' premiered on May 15, 2008.

Who hosted 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

'The Supersizers Eat...' was hosted by Giles Coren and Sue Perkins.

How many episodes does 'The Supersizers Eat...' have?

'The Supersizers Eat...' has a total of 12 episodes.

What is the premise of 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

In 'The Supersizers Eat...', Giles Coren and Sue Perkins explore the history of food by immersing themselves in different historical eras and experiencing the diets of the past.

Which historical eras were covered in 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

'The Supersizers Eat...' covered eras such as the Victorian era, the Restoration period, the Elizabethan era, and the 1980s.

Did 'The Supersizers Eat...' focus on a specific country's cuisine?

No, 'The Supersizers Eat...' explored various historical eras and their corresponding cuisines, not focusing on a specific country's cuisine.

What was the format of 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

The format of 'The Supersizers Eat...' involved Giles Coren and Sue Perkins living, dressing, and eating as people from the historical eras they were exploring.

Were there any special guests on 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

Yes, 'The Supersizers Eat...' featured special guests such as historians and experts on food and culture.

Did 'The Supersizers Eat...' receive positive reviews?

Yes, 'The Supersizers Eat...' received generally positive reviews for its entertaining and educational approach to exploring food history.

Were there any memorable moments or episodes in 'The Supersizers Eat...'?

Yes, the episode where Giles Coren and Sue Perkins explored the diets of the Elizabethan era was particularly memorable, as they encountered unusual dishes and customs from that time.

Did 'The Supersizers Eat...' have a companion book or other related media?

Yes, 'The Supersizers Eat...' had a companion book titled "The Supersizers Go...: A Year of Eating in Britain", written by Giles Coren and Sue Perkins.

Was 'The Supersizers Eat...' a popular show?

'The Supersizers Eat...' gained a dedicated fan base and was well-received by viewers, becoming a popular show during its airing.

Did 'The Supersizers Eat...' win any awards?

'The Supersizers Eat...' was not nominated for or won any major awards.

Did the hosts of 'The Supersizers Eat...' have any prior experience in food-related shows?

Yes, both Giles Coren and Sue Perkins had prior experience in food-related shows and journalism.

Was 'The Supersizers Eat...' a scripted show or a reality show?

'The Supersizers Eat...' was not a scripted show but rather a documentary-style series where the hosts immersed themselves in different historical periods.

Did 'The Supersizers Eat...' inspire any similar shows?

While 'The Supersizers Eat...' was unique in its approach, it may have inspired other shows exploring the history and culture of food.

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