Jay Rayner on the art of restaurant critiquing, his favourite dish from MasterChef and nights out at home

In this episode, Jay Rayner speaks with host Samuel Goldsmith and shares anecdotes from his illustrious career, discusses his new cookbook 'Nights Out at Home,' and provides a behind-the-scenes look into the world of restaurant reviewing. From discussing his worst dining experiences to revealing his top cooking tips, this episode is a treasure trove for food enthusiasts and casual cooks alike. Don’t miss out as Jay explains why execution is everything and shares the secret to the perfect roast chicken. Tune in for an enriching discussion that blends culinary history, personal stories, and practical kitchen advice. Jay Rayner is a multi-award-winning restaurant critic, journalist, novelist, and broadcaster. He has been the Observer's restaurant critic for over 25 years and hosts The Kitchen Cabinet on BBC Radio 4 as well as appearing as a judge on MasterChef. His debut cookbook, Nights Out at Home is out now. Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith every Tuesday as he chats with cooks, chefs, and food lovers. In each episode, Samuel dives into a sparkling conversation about the guest's life, their journey in the food and drink world, and, of course, their passion for food. Expect plenty of laughs, life lessons, and unforgettable stories from the people behind the plates. The fun doesn't stop there! Tune in for sections like My Favourite Dish, where the guest discusses their favourite dishes and how they've made them their own, Cookery Confessions, where guests share their funniest kitchen mishaps and culinary secrets, and Quick Fire Questions, a rapid round of surprises that reveal more about their tastes and quirks.  Plus, on Thursdays, get a taste of new recipes in our bonus episodes—easy-to-follow cook-alongs to bring the flavours of the conversation to your kitchen.  Do scroll back in the feed to our archive including special episodes hosted by Tom Kerridge, Orlando Murrin and Mallika Basu. The Good Food podcast has featured guests such as: Jamie Oliver, Nadiya Hussain, Michel Roux, Ainsley Harriot, Gennaro Contaldo, Claire Richards, Fred Sirieix, Big Zuu, Tess Daly, Liz Bonnin, Becky Excell, Professor Tim Spector, Rukmini Iyer, Riyadh Khalaf, John Whaite, Crystelle Pereira, Paul Ainsworth, The Hairy Bikers, Marcus Wareing, Sabrina Ghayour, Jane Dunn and Atul Kochhar.  Discussing topics such as BBQ, fermenting, brunch, spices, Eurovision, Caribbean flavours, sustainability, chocolate, Spanish cuisine, vegan cooking, Bake Off, airfryers, health, wellbeing, nutrition, slow cookers, cocktails, pancakes, pressure cookers, seasonal food and cocktails.