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Extra.ie
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Holy cow! Donal Skehan's Bloom kitchen disaster is a cracker
TV chef Donal Skehan was in smashing form at Bord Bia Bloom yesterday, adding the cherry on top of his 'many' kitchen calamities. He was in the middle of a cookery demonstration at the gardening and food festival in the Phoenix Park when a glass oven door broke into pieces in his hand. Skehan, who soldiered on to whip up a Korean chicken dish, told afterwards: 'My biggest fear was that the glass was hot, it went all down my shirt, all down my top.' Donal Skehan, Irish TV personality and presenter, breaks the oven door while demonstrating at Bloom 2025. © Michael Chester. Thankfully, nobody was hurt by the flying shards, and the accident provided the chef with plenty of material for the rest of the demonstration, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the amused audience. 'It had rained previously, so we've never had a more packed demo tent – of course – to witness it,' Skehan laughed. 'The thing I learned in all my years on television is that whatever goes wrong, you keep on cracking on. I've had many kitchen disasters, and I think this definitely tops it. There's nothing like something going wrong in front of 400 people.' Donal Skehan, Irish TV personality and presenter, breaks the oven door while demonstrating at Bloom 2025. © Michael Chester. The Dublin-born chef is a regular presenter on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen and a contributor to ITV's This Morning. He said 'loads' of things have gone wrong in live broadcasts. 'I've burnt things, [This Morning presenter] Alison Hammond has moved things without me realising… 'But probably the biggest one was on Saturday Kitchen. It goes out to like three million people, so it's always a very stressful one to do, but it's a brilliant show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Donal (@donalskehan) 'And I once sliced a little bit of the tip off my finger and had to continue on interviewing and chatting. Julian Clary was the celebrity guest. He was a pain in the a**e because he kept bringing it up.' Elsewhere at Bloom, another Irishman familiar to British TV viewers was in attendance for the very first time. Diarmuid Gavin explained: 'I've been abroad, and it's always around the time of the Chelsea Flower Show. And while I've lived in Ireland, I've never worked here until Covid. So, eventually, I've made it.' The TV gardener told the festival was 'great' from his first impressions. 'People are very enthusiastic. Great crowds, great gardens and great nurseries. So all very good.' This year's garden trend is 'going wild', Gavin said. 'Embracing the weeds, embracing the natural, getting away from the chemicals – all of that is very popular.' The Bloom judges awarded the concept garden gold medal to The Rainbow Brick Balcony Garden, made entirely from Lego. Limerick artist Gary Kirwan built it from 814,183 pieces over eight weeks, doing '85%' of the work himself. Despite the lack of organic matter in his incredible creation, he said organisers were 'really responsive' to the idea, with one in particular a 'big Lego fan'. The Marie Keating Foundation returned to Bloom with their 'Early Bird Catches The Worm' garden, highlighting the importance of early cancer detection. The charity's director of development, Lyrah O'Beirne, said the silver gilt medal-winning garden is 'asking people to be aware of what the signs and symptoms are and to act on them and get treated. 'The impact on the patient – physically, mentally and financially – is so much easier if it's treated in its early stages, and people can get back to a normal life. 'It's also much easier on their friends and family and on their work, because what people don't realise is that cancer just doesn't affect the patient, it affects everybody connected to that person.'
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Saturday Kitchen fans spot 'schoolboy error' during show
Fans accused one of the chefs of making a major blunder Viewers of Saturday Kitchen were left aghast at a 'schoolboy error' during the show after they witnessed a chef's glaring faux pas. The episode, broadcast on Saturday (May 31), featuring singer Craig David, delved into various foodie delights as part of national barbeque week among quality segments. Chef Mike Davies popped up with his steak recipe that apparently went down a treat in the studio, despite eagle-eyed fans catching what they've dubbed a culinary blunder. Allegedly, viewers spotted the chef taste-testing the dish using a ladle, re-dipping it, and proceeding to serve with the same utensil – a definite no-no for kitchen etiquette. He was showcasing his take on Denver steak with creamed chard, which the BBC faithfully shared online for burgeoning home chefs to try, reports the Express. Social media was soon abuzz with reactions from quick-to-judge food enthusiasts. On X, a social media user lamented: "The chef just double-dipped in the chard and cream! Then went and plated it up for everyone. Schoolboy error, and very unhygienic." Someone else chimed in sentimentally: "Noticed that myself! I'm sure there were producers wincing behind the camera. "The Denver steak man ate off the ladle and then put it back into the chard. That's why you carry a spoon mate!" declared another fan, offering some unsolicited advice on proper kitchen protocol. Joining the online debate, a viewer pointed out what seemed to be a moment of realisation for the chef, commenting: "He also looks like he's realised his mistake - looked absolutely gutted when they were tasting the food." Mike, known as the chef owner of The Camberwell Arms and Frank's Cafe in Peckham, has been recognised on the BBC Food website. During the programme, it was revealed that Mike's cookbook titled 'Cooking For People' had been shortlisted for the debut award by The Guild of Food Writers. The chef took to Instagram to share his excitement: "My cookbook Cooking for people has been nominated for an award. Which is nice." He continued to express his pride in the nomination: "It's been shortlisted amongst some properly awesome books by @thegfw for this year's best debut award. I'm biased but I like it. It's full of beautiful recipes, that are written the way I like to teach people to cook. Follow along and make some lovely things for the people that you love, or even for those you don't."
Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Saturday Kitchen suddenly paused as Matt Tebbutt makes huge announcement
Saturday Kitchen star Matt Tebbutt made a surprise pregnancy announcement to viewers on the hit BBC show this morning, as he revealed that his co-star is expecting a baby Saturday Kitchen was brought to a brief halt by host Matt Tebbutt as he shared some exciting baby news this morning. The popular programme was paused on Saturday, May 24 when the main man Matt made an announcement to viewers. Matt, 51, revealed that his television co-star and fellow chef Sophie Wyburd, 31, is pregnant. Joined by Anita Rani and chefs Scott Hollsworth and Sophie, Matt stopped the show to make the announcement. He said: "Er Sophie, first of all, congratulations. Sophie's pregnant!" The studio then burst into applause, with delighted faces seen all around. Matt then commented on Sophie's bump, saying: "You can just about see it. " Sophie smiled and responded: "Just about!" When asked if she had felt the baby kick yet, she replied: "First little punch yesterday, so I'll see if they'll send you a punch later." Sophie, who is a chef, regularly appears on the show to demonstrate her simple recipes. The London-based chef announced her pregnancy news on Instagram prior to today's show. She posted a photo four days ago where she posed on a mountain top, surrounded by trees and greenery. Dressed in black cycling shorts and a grey t-shirt, Sophie beamed as she cradled her growing bump. In the caption she wrote: "Sausage Pasta Wyburd-Kumar, growing steadily in my tummy and landing with us this autumn!!" Sophie added: "P.S. writing recipes for a living when for 3 months all you want to eat is spinach and ricotta tortellini is no joke, but the little person in there will be very much worth it I'm sure. The person in there will be very much worth it I'm sure." The chef also shared some of her more unusual first trimester pregnancy cravings on social media including marmite and "frozen beige potato products". Fans and friends were quick to shower Sophie with lovely messages in the comments section. Fellow chef Alfie Steiner exclaimed: "Oh em geeee contractions!!!! They are going to be eating THE best food." Another chimed in: "The best news!!! Congratulations lovely". Another follower then wrote: "You be growing ur own lil tortellini in there!!! congrats MAMAAAAAAA." While another added: "Congratulations - this baby is gonna get the best weaning." And another commented: "Cuteeeestttt bump." Sophie, who hails from London, is popular for her simple recipes on the show and online. This comes following Matt's chat with The Staff Canteen podcast, where he hinted at the potential end of Saturday Kitchen, sparking rumours about his future career moves. He suggested that he might return to working in kitchens, leading to speculation that he could be stepping into Greg Wallace's shoes on Masterchef. "It's going to stop at some point," he admitted. "I'm going to have to do something." An insider revealed to The Sun: "Matt rose to the challenge of coming into Saturday Kitchen after it was previously hosted by another big name in the world of food, James Martin. He managed the feat of making it his own and almost making viewers forget who his predecessor was. Now Beeb bosses, and the show producers Banijay, will be hoping he can work the same magic on MasterChef."
Daily Record
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC Saturday Kitchen's Matt Tebbutt shares baby news in heartwarming update
BBC Saturday Kitchen host Matt Tebbutt was back hosting the popular programme this weekend when he announced the sweet news just minutes on air. BBC Saturday Kitchen returned hosted by Matt Tebbutt on Saturday, May 24. The presenter shared some heartwarming baby news just minutes into the show. The chef returned to screens for its recent episode of the beloved cooking show, where he was joined by guest Anita Rani and chefs Scott Hollsworth and Sophie Wyburd. Helen McGinn was also on-hand to provide her drinks wisdom and Jordan Bailey celebrated all things burger. As the programme started on Saturday, Matt couldn't hold in his excitement as he blurted out a sweet update with viewers who had tuned in to the show. Announcing the joyful news, he stated: "Er Sophie, first of all, congratulations, Sophie's pregnant!" The studio erupted into applause following the announcement, with Matt gesturing towards Sophie and commenting on her visible baby bump: "You can just about see it," reports the Express. Sophie responded with a smile: "Just about!" Matt went on to ask if she had felt any movements from the little one, to which Sophie shared: "First little punch yesterday, so I'll see if they'll send you a punch later." Matt warmly replied: "Well, listen. Lovely to have you here!" Sophie, 31, is a culinary creative from South London, boasting an eclectic food industry background that spans restaurant cooking, food styling, and heading up Mob's food team. Aside from her appearances on TV , she now delights followers with her easy-to-follow, homely recipes via social media and her newsletter, becoming a familiar face to many. Mum-to-be Sophie recently took to Instagram to reveal her pregnancy, posting a beautiful photo showcasing her growing bump. She excitedly announced her pregnancy on social media, stating: "Sausage Pasta Wyburd-Kumar, growing steadily in my tummy and landing with us this autumn!!" Adding a personal touch, she joked: "P.S. writing recipes for a living when for 3 months all you want to eat is spinach and ricotta tortellini is no joke, but the little person in there will be very much worth it I'm sure." And a third shared their joy: "Oh Sophie, that's such wonderful news! Congratulations to you both." Saturday Kitchen airs Saturdays from 10am on BBC One.
Scottish Sun
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Saturday Kitchen unexpectedly paused as Matt Tebbutt makes exciting pregnancy announcement about co-star
Plus, the sweet post beloved chef Sophie shared on social media to announce the exciting news BUN IN THE OVEN BUN IN THE OVEN Saturday Kitchen unexpectedly paused as Matt Tebbutt makes exciting pregnancy announcement about co-star Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SATURDAY Kitchen was unexpectedly paused by host Matt Tebbutt as he made an exciting pregnancy announcement this morning. The hit show was halted on Saturday, May 24 when an announcement was made to viewers by main man Matt. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Saturday Kitchen host Matt Tebbutt paused the show this morning Credit: BBC 5 He revealed that chef Sophie is pregnant Credit: BBC 5 Sophie was overjoyed to announce the news on air Credit: BBC 5 Sophie revealed the news on Instagram last week Credit: Instagram Matt, 51, revealed that television co-star and fellow chef Sophie Wyburd, 31, is expecting a baby. Matt, who was joined by Anita Rani and chefs Scott Hollsworth and Sophie, halted the show when he made the announcement. He said: "Er Sophie, first of all, congratulations. "Sophie's pregnant!" The studio then erupted into applause, with overjoyed faces seen all around. Matt then spoke of Sophie's bump, saying: "You can just about see it." Sophie smiled and said: "Just about!" The chef was then asked if she had felt the baby kick yet and said: "First little punch yesterday, so I'll see if they'll send you a punch later." Sophie, who is a chef, often appears on the show to showcase her simple recipes. The London-based chef announced her pregnancy news on Instagram before today's show. Saturday Kitchen in chaos as Ben Miller runs on to set late shouting 'awkward' and reveals he slept through alarm She shared a snap four days ago as she posed on a mountain top, surrounded by trees and greenery. Wearing some black cycling shorts and a grey t-shirt, Sophie beamed and grinned as she cradled her blossoming bump. In the caption she penned: "Sausage Pasta Wyburd-Kumar, growing steadily in my tummy and landing with us this autumn!!" Sophie continued: "P.S. writing recipes for a living when for 3 months all you want to eat is spinach and ricotta tortellini is no joke, but the little person in there will be very much worth it I'm sure." Fans and friends were quick to flood Sophie with sweet messages in the comments section. Fellow chef Alfie Steiner said: "Oh em geeee contractions !!!! They are going to be eating THE best food." "The best news!!! Congratulations lovely," said an influencer. Another person then penned: "You be growing ur own lil tortellini in there!!! congrats MAMAAAAAAA." While a fourth said: "Congratulations - this baby is gonna get the best weaning." And a fifth wrote: "Cuteeeestttt bump."
