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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Channel 4 announces return of legendary daytime TV series 20 years on from first ever episode in huge win for fans
Channel 4 has announced the return of a legendary daytime series with a major twist as it celebrates 20 years on air. The broadcaster has ordered a flurry of brand new Come Dine With Me episodes as it cements the show's future in the schedule. A whopping 25 episodes episode have been ordered, with each running for 30-minutes in duration, with witty narrator Dave Lamb also set to return. Meanwhile, in addition to the regular series returning, bosses have also revealed a special spin-off of the format is on the way. For the first time ever, an adolescence version of the show will hit screens with a group of young cooking enthusiasts. Just like the regular version, each contestant will host the rest of the hopefuls at their home, cooking them a multi-course meal in a bid to win the prize money. Come Dine With Me Teens will air across a week on E4 later this year, with five episodes set to be filmed in Manchester. Channel 4 teased: 'Come Dine With Me Teens will, for the first time in CDWM history, see five teenagers try their hand at cooking up a menu and hosting their own dinner parties over five nights. 'The 16–19-year-old competitors will score each of their competing hosts with a mark out of 10 and the overall winner will scoop a £1,000 prize.' Applications for both editions of the show are now open, with legal guardians of the wannabe teen contestants only allowed to complete their submissions. Come Dine With Me already airs a professional spin-off show, which first launched in 2022. Meanwhile, a dad who became known as the 'whisk man' after going viral from a Come Dine With Me appearance is recognised all over the world but has also been physically assaulted because of the notoriety. Wedding DJ Kev Riley became a meme when his dinner party trick on the Channel 4 show became an internet sensation in 2013. The 44-year-old self-confessed cooking novice has since been recognised by foreign waiters abroad, was plastered on a flag during a Coldplay Glastonbury performance and is also stopped in the street daily. Come Dine With Me Teens will air across a week on E4 later this year, with five episodes set to be filmed in Manchester as applications open Previously speaking to the Daily Mail, Kev said: 'It's just been incredible. It still is, even after all of these years I am getting fame for it. It doesn't go away. It keeps going viral.' He added: 'It is quite mad really. I am recognised everywhere I go. I can't just mind my own business. Social media and Tiktok in particular has made it incredible. 'It is like being a full-time celebrity. It was filmed in 2012 and broadcast the year after and I'd say there's been more fame in the last year or so because of TikTok.' However, despite his fame, Kev revealed he was the victim of an assault when he was punched by a man while out with his wife. He said: 'I was having a nice night out with my wife in Burnley a while ago. 'This bloke came up to me and asked if I was the bloke from Come Dine With Me and the whisk. 'I said yes and he just punched me in the face. It was awful really. I was with my wife and we were just having a nice evening. 'It's a real shame. I also ignore a lot of comments on social media. It was a laugh and some people have taken it in different ways.'
Daily Mirror
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I watched Come Dine With Me with Americans and they were shocked by one detail'
Come Dine With Me has been a firm favourite with British fans for years, but what do Americans make of the show? In a city renowned for Mardi Gras, gumbo, and extravagant hospitality, I was curious how New Orleans locals would react to a programme that seems completely opposite: Come Dine With Me. The enduring British cult series features strangers taking turns hosting dinner parties, whilst secretly rating each other in competition for £1,000. So, I gathered three locals - all proud Big Easy dwellers - and pressed play. First was Brad Collins, a French Market business owner, who confessed he mainly watched for Channel 4 star Dave Lamb's sharp-tongued commentary. "That voiceover guy is savage!" he chuckled. "He says what everyone's thinking, but way more brutal. It's so British - sounds polite, but they're low-key scheming and roasting each other behind their backs. Like smiling while they plan your downfall." However, not everything went down smoothly for him: "Some of the food? I had no clue what I was looking at. I'm like, is that dessert or dinner? And sometimes I had to put the subtitles on because I didn't know what they were saying. But I kept watching - it's addictive," reports the Express. Next was mum-of-two Izzy Althans, 36, who works as an advertising operations coordinator. After tuning into the show, she rapidly became captivated. Izzy revealed: "Come Dine With Me is such a fun way to see British at-home entertaining. In the US, it's all about a theme - props, photo booths, curated playlists - but the Brits seem more focused on good ingredients and proper courses. "It felt structured but relaxed, without all the over-the-top effort." She was particularly impressed by the presenting approach on the Channel 4 programme, saying: "In America, it's very 'make yourself at home' - we want to have fun as hosts too. "But the show felt more like, 'how can I take care of you?' It's not that this doesn't exist in America, but it's definitely a declining part of our culture." Whilst she adored the programme's British appeal, she also valued its sharp edge. "They can be so catty towards each other - but in this incredibly emotionless way. I loved it! And I'm obsessed with watching them shop at these cute speciality stores. In short, I think it is a brilliant show that I plan to continue watching it," she explained. Finally, there was Jenny Collins, a local teacher, who was captivated by the authentic, unvarnished approach. She enthused: "After watching a few episodes I realised why I was so drawn to the show. It was the realism; from the appearance of the individuals, to the unedited conversations." She also spotted a stark difference in style, saying: "I felt like it was real. In the States, even series that are supposed to be reality TV, are severely edited as not to offend anyone. "Even the participants who we are expected to see as every day people, go in to make up like celebrities to improve their appearance prior to filming. I felt that I was seeing a true slice of the people who were hosting each meal." Despite the cultural differences - Yorkshire puddings, passive-aggressive banter, and sarcastic hosting - the consensus was clear: Come Dine With Me had charmed them. It appears that all it takes is a bit of sarcasm, some peculiar fish pies, and a ruthless narrator - and even one of the most renowned food cities in America will take a seat at the dinner table.
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Historic Scottish football club with 130 years of history faces being kicked out of league over stadium row
Tougher criteria brought in means there is a race to find a new home GROUNDS FOR CONCERN Historic Scottish football club with 130 years of history faces being kicked out of league over stadium row A HISTORIC football club faces being kicked out of the Scottish football pyramid unless they find a new home. The SFA brought in strict criteria after the introduction of the pyramid in 2013, which has since been tightened to make sure grounds are up to scratch. 1 Whitestone Park Credit: BBC Now a club with more than 130 years of history could be thrown out of the East of Scotland Leagues as it doesn't meet the requirements. Peebles Rovers play at Whitestone Park but because there is no permanent fencing and changing facilities are too far away the stadium is deemed no longer acceptable. The East of Scotland Second Division side have looked at developing the park, and playing at a new facility but so far the plans have been scuppered. Rovers have also attempted to ground share with the local rugby club but that too has faced issues. Peebles Rovers vice-chairman Dave Lamb told the BBC: "We have had multiple promises over the years but we are no further forward. "It's been made clear that we cannot develop Whitestone Park, and without a new ground we're facing automatic relegation at the end of this season to East of Scotland Division Three. "If we are still here the season after that then the league say we will be removed altogether. "We have 10 months to find a new facility or we are finished." Rovers have predominantly spent their time as a non-league side but did enjoy a fleeting spell in Scotland's Third Division in the 1920s. They have also played in the Scottish Cup more than 20 times, with their first outing a 4-0 defeat to Celtic in 1908. Abandoned stadium where Celtic legend got big break now unrecognisable from glory days as nature reclaims ground Perhaps their most notable achievement was holding Hibs to a 0-0 draw at Easter Road in 1923. Scottish Borders Council is responsible for Whitestone Park and is looking to hold further talks with both the club and league officials in the near future. Council leader Euan Jardine: "We are fully aware of the predicament Peebles Rovers find themselves in. "We have asked the East of Scotland Football Association for a meeting so that we can come up with a solution. "It is in all of our interests to to give Peebles Rovers a secure future." Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
