The Cook and the Chef (2006)
The Cook and the Chef was an Australian television series featuring cook Maggie Beer and chef Simon Bryant. The Cook and the Chef was screened on ABC1 and was filmed in the Barossa Valley, South Australia. In July 2009, Maggie and Simon announced they had decided to end the series after four years. The Finale aired on 16 September 2009 with "Party" as the theme of the episode.
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Episode 1 - Raspberries + Barramundi
Release Date: 2008-02-13 -
Episode 2 - Crocs + Honey
Release Date: 2008-02-20 -
Episode 3 - Fish + Crabs
Release Date: 2008-02-27 -
Episode 4 - Mangoes + Cheese
Release Date: 2008-03-05 -
Episode 5 - Herbs + Pearls
Release Date: 2008-03-12 -
Episode 6 - Jackfruit + Goat
Release Date: 2008-03-19 -
Episode 7 - Lamb + Cockles
Release Date: 2008-03-26 -
Episode 8 - Darwin Market + Sea Cucumber
Release Date: 2008-04-02 -
Episode 9 - Chocolate + Lamb
Release Date: 2008-04-09 -
Episode 10 - Food for Kids
Release Date: 2008-04-16 -
Episode 11 - Oats + Goats Cheese
Release Date: 2008-04-23 -
Episode 12 - Pepper + Salt
Release Date: 2008-04-30 -
Episode 13 - Trout + Egg
Release Date: 2008-05-07 -
Episode 14 - Bush Tucker + Buffalo Mozzarella
Release Date: 2008-05-14 -
Episode 15 - A Diabetic Diet
Release Date: 2008-05-21 -
Episode 16 - Dried Food + Eels
Release Date: 2008-05-28 -
Episode 17 - Quince & Pork
Release Date: 2008-06-04 -
Episode 18 - 100th Special
Release Date: 2008-06-11 -
Episode 19 - Land of the Long White Cloud
Release Date: 2008-06-18 -
Episode 20 - New Zealand Kumara + Venison
Release Date: 2008-06-25 -
Episode 21 - New Zealand Salmon + Wasabi
Release Date: 2008-07-02 -
Episode 22 - Olives & Mussels
Release Date: 2008-07-09 -
Episode 23 - Feijoa & Kiwi Fruit
Release Date: 2008-07-16 -
Episode 24 - Lamb & Saffron
Release Date: 2008-07-23 -
Episode 25 - Root Veg & Guinea Fowl
Release Date: 2008-07-30 -
Episode 26 - Fish
Release Date: 2008-08-06 -
Episode 27 - Cauliflower + Passionfruit
Release Date: 2008-08-13 -
Episode 28 - Limes + Rice
Release Date: 2008-08-20 -
Episode 29 - Brussels Sprouts + Avocado
Release Date: 2008-08-27 -
Episode 30 - Lemon Myrtle + Pizzas
Release Date: 2008-09-03 -
Episode 31 - Coffee + Macadamia Nuts
Release Date: 2008-09-23This week take a trip with Maggie to the stunning sub tropical hinterland of Northern New South Wales where she explores a macadamia plantation and sips locally grown coffee. In the kitchen Maggie and Simon use our native bush nut and coffee to create both savoury and sweet delights. A special treat for Vegans is Simon's Vegan Laksa.
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Episode 32 - Cheese + Crabs
Release Date: 2008-09-30When it comes to fine cheeses we’re spoilt for choice in Australia, there are over one hundred different varieties being produced by Cheese Wright’s all around the country.
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Episode 33 - Bananas + Artichokes
Release Date: 2008-10-08Maggie goes bananas this week, travelling to the Tweed Valley in northern New South Wales to discover the unique qualities that this area provides for the growers of this popular fruit.
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Episode 34 - Cooking in a Restaurant
Release Date: 2008-10-15When it comes to cooking with wine, Simon and Maggie follow the golden rule: "if you wouldn’t drink it, don't put it in your food!" As they both whip up delicious wine-based dishes, Simon also takes us behind the scenes of a busy hotel kitchen and Maggie shares her secrets for stress-free rabbit.
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Episode 35 - Anlaby - A Country Homestead
Release Date: 2008-10-22Tonight Maggie replicates beautiful lamb pies that she created for a charity event, while Simon gives shepherd’s pie a vegetarian spin. Also on the menu is chocolate and lots of it, with a wicked chocolate ganache tart and a light, chocolate soufflé.
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Episode 36 - Produce of Two Islands
Release Date: 2008-10-29Produce from Tasmania and Kangaroo Island features on tonight's program. Simon travels to Hobart on the hunt for some green tea, while Maggie soak's up some spirits on South Australia's Kangaroo Island.
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Episode 37 - Lobster & Mushrooms
Release Date: 2008-11-05Tonight Maggie and Simon demonstrate two different and very delicious ways to use Southern Rock Lobster before making the most of a selection of mouth watering mushrooms. Kangaroo Island is one of Maggie’s favourite destinations, its magnificent coastline and pristine waters provide an abundance of superb seafood for the locals.
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Episode 38 - Seaweed & Scallops
Release Date: 2008-11-12What is it about Tasmania that makes its seafood so great? Is it the clarity of the water that surrounds the island state, its coldness, or the ingenuity of the locals? Simon visited recently to find out and met a couple of young scallop fishermen and some unusual seaweed divers.
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Episode 39 - Beetroot & Pepper
Release Date: 2008-11-19Tonight Maggie and Simon demonstrate how to bring out the best of the brilliant beetroot, and then spice up some delicious dishes with Native Tasmanian Pepper berry.
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Episode 40 - Christmas Holidays
Release Date: 2008-11-26It’s almost the holiday season on the Cook & the Chef and Maggie & Simon prepare for Christmas. From fruit mince to turkey burgers this is a culinary treat for all the family.