Episodes
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| 01 | 01 | January 1st To 5th | 20111104 | 20120406/07 (BBC7) 20120408 (BBC7) 20130901 (BBC7) 20150326 (BBC7) 20161102 (BBC7) 20181231 (BBC7) 20200524 (BBC7) 20211122 (BBC7) 20211123 (BBC7) 20211128 (BBC7) 20240223 (BBC7) 20240224 (BBC7) 20120318 (R4) | Mouth-watering entries from the kitchen diary of cookery writer, Damien Trench. Written by and starring Miles Jupp. In a mixture of narrative, dialogue and recipes, Damien unflinchingly captures every angle of his day-to-day life, 'no matter how grisly or, indeed, how gristly'. Damien and his partner, Anthony, deciding on their New Year's Resolutions. They start by finally making up their minds to commit to each other...namely, by signing up a builder, Mr Mullaney to install a new kitchen which Damien hopes will eventually become the food and preparation space that he's always dreamed of. On top of all this, Anthony decides to get fit and Damien decides to do a radio programme about the French bean. But not everything goes according to plan... Also featuring Damien's easy-to-follow recipes: for a 'Super Simple' Roast Beef, cooking your own pasta, and 'Marvellously Moist Muffins'. Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Researcher - Alex Tregear Producer: Sam Michell. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2011. Life and recipes from cookery writer Damien Trench's kitchen diary. Life and recipes from cookery writer Damien Trench's kitchen diary. Written by and stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011. |
| 01 | 02 | April 21st To 25th | 20111111 | 20120413/14 (BBC7) 20120415 (BBC7) 20130908 (BBC7) 20150402 (BBC7) 20161109 (BBC7) 20200531 (BBC7) 20211129 (BBC7) 20211130 (BBC7) 20211205 (BBC7) 20240301 (BBC7) 20240302 (BBC7) 20120325 (R4) | Damien is reluctantly drawn into accepting a job for a supermarket's online magazine, whilst Anthony resolves to start the 'courgette diet' and lose a few pounds. More entries from the kitchen diary of cookery writer, Damien Trench - written by and starring Miles Jupp. In a mixture of narrative, dialogue and recipes, Damien unflinchingly captures every angle of his day-to-day life, 'no matter how grizzly or, indeed, how gristly'. The programme also features Damien's easy-to-follow recipes for a simple Lobster Bisque, a comforting Lardy Cake, relaxing Nettle Tea and easy Wiener Schnitzel. Geraldine McBeef - Margaret Cabourn-Smith Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Producer: Sam Michell Damien finds himself reluctantly writing for a supermarket's online magazine. Cookery writer Damien Trench finds himself reluctantly writing for a supermarket. Stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011. |
| 01 | 03 | July 15th To 19th | 20111118 | 20120420 (BBC7) 20120422 (BBC7) 20130915 (BBC7) 20150409 (BBC7) 20161116 (BBC7) 20200607 (BBC7) 20211206 (BBC7) 20211207 (BBC7) 20211212 (BBC7) 20240308 (BBC7) 20240309 (BBC7) 20120401 (R4) | Damien and his partner, Anthony, set off for the warm embrace of the Italian countryside. Damien can do some writing for a new book - allowing their builder Mr Mullaney to properly fit the granite worktops that he's been dreaming of 'from what seems like the beginning of the Jurassic era'. But there's trouble in paradise when Damien receives a call to tell him their Umbrian villa has collapsed and they will have to go somewhere else. Luckily, his agent Ian is quick to the rescue... More entries from the kitchen diary of cookery writer, Damien Trench - 'no matter how grizzly' as he puts it 'or, indeed, how gristly'. Written by and starring Miles Jupp. Also featuring Damien's easy-to-follow recipes for: * A perfect pasta puttanesca * Comforting Cornish Pasties * Something for the more experimental, 'pilchards al limone'. Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox BA Lady/Helpful Student - Alex Tregear Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2011. Damien and Anthony go on holiday so that their builder can crack on with the kitchen. Damien and Anthony go on holiday so their builder can crack on with kitchen improvements. Stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011. |
| 01 | 04 LAST | September 18th To 24th | 20111125 | 20120427 (BBC7) 20120429 (BBC7) 20130922 (BBC7) 20150416 (BBC7) 20161123 (BBC7) 20200614 (BBC7) 20211213 (BBC7) 20211214 (BBC7) 20211219 (BBC7) 20240315 (BBC7) 20240316 (BBC7) 20120408 (R4) | Damien 's routine is thrown into disarray when Anthony's goddaughter, Libby, is sent to stay with them for 'respite'. Meanwhile, Anthony finally has his long-awaited job interview and Damien is offered the chance to front his own TV cookery show. More entries from the kitchen diary of cookery writer, Damien Trench - 'no matter how grizzly' as he puts it 'or, indeed, how gristly'. Written by and starring Miles Jupp. The programme also features Damien's easy-to-follow recipes for: * Cracking crepes Suzette * Spanish-as-sangria, 'chorizo und patatas * A tastebud tantalising, Beef Oxford. Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Libby/Angie - Maggie Service Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2011. Anthony's 'sensitive' goddaughter Libby comes to stay, and Damien is asked to make a pilot Anthony's 'sensitive' god-daughter Libby comes to stay and Damien's asked to make a pilot. Stars Miles Jupp. From November 2011. |
| 02 | 01 | The Review | 20130121 | 20141022 (BBC7) 20160210 (BBC7) 20171024 (BBC7) 20190830 (BBC7) 20220206 (BBC7) 20220212 (BBC7) 20220213 (BBC7) 20141015 (R4) | Cookery writer Damien Trench once again opens his life up to the public as we follow him through another few days in his life. It's a new year and Damien and Anthony are undergoing fresh works on their house. They are 'going upstairs' (having a loft conversion) and so Mr Mullaney, their builder, is once again installed to look after the project. Meanwhile, Anthony and Damien discuss what to do with their spare room, and Ian Frobisher, Damien's agent, convinces him to do a restaurant review, as a favour to Pink Floyd. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Helen - Georgina Rich Waitress - Sarah Thom Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2013. A new year, and Damien is asked to write a restaurant review for Pink Floyd. |
| 02 | 02 | Valentine's Day | 20130128 | 20141029 (BBC7) 20160217 (BBC7) 20171031 (BBC7) 20190906 (BBC7) 20220213 (BBC7) 20141022 (R4) | Tradition in the Trench/MacIlveny household dictates that Valentine's Day is the one day of the year when Damien is not allowed in the kitchen. This means Anthony can be left alone to cook a special meal to celebrate the occasion... much to Damien's chagrin. Meanwhile, Damien struggles to finish the links to a new series for Sky Arts all about the dietary habits of the great poets. And his dad has an unfortunate accident whilst walking the dog... Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Builder - Ben Crowe Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2013. Damien is banned from the kitchen so that Anthony can cook up a Valentine's Day meal. |
| 02 | 03 | The Dinner Party | 20130204 | 20141105 (BBC7) 20160224 (BBC7) 20171107 (BBC7) 20190913 (BBC7) 20220220 (BBC7) 20141029 (R4) | Damien and Anthony invite their nearest and dearest round for a dinner party to celebrate some good news: Anthony has finally decided to start his own investment company, whilst Damien has finally got from Sky Arts for a new series all about the culinary habits of the great poets. Unfortunately, things do not get off to an auspicious start when Anthony is beset by incurable hiccups, and Damien's agent Ian arrives with marital problems in tow. Includes recipes for Baked Camembert, Trout 'en papillotte' and Rum Baba. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Damien's Dad - Philip Fox Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2013. Damien and Anthony invite friends round for one of their 'famous' dinner parties. |
| 02 | 04 | The Wedding | 20130211 | 20141112 (BBC7) 20160302 (BBC7) 20171114 (BBC7) 20190920 (BBC7) 20220227 (BBC7) 20141105 (R4) | Anthony is cock-a-hoop when asked out of the blue to be best man at a friend's wedding. Problem is, he hasn't seen this friend since they were at school together and Damien isn't entirely convinced that Anthony has been invited purely because of his 'excellent presentation skills'. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Julian, the Groom - Ben Crowe Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Fran, the Bride - Sarah Thom Lionel - Rupert Vansittart The Bride's Mum - Lesley Vickerage Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2013. Anthony is thrilled to be best man at a wedding, but Damien does not share his joy. |
| 02 | 05 | The Literary Festival | 20130218 | 20141119 (BBC7) 20160309 (BBC7) 20171121 (BBC7) 20190927 (BBC7) 20220306 (BBC7) 20141112 (R4) | Damien and Anthony arrive at a literary festival to promote Damien's book about the culinary habits of the Great Poets. Despite the charming hotel and the peaceful surroundings, the cookery writer can barely disguise his chagrin at his talk being in a tent smaller to other writers he considers lesser than him. But he soon has the opportunity to get the audience he feels he deserves when a fellow author is knocked unconscious and Damien is asked to fill in. But can he rise to the occasion? Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Gary McDade - Ben Crowe Sound Man - Ben Crowe Bill Trumpetz - Toby Longworth The Lady - Sarah Thom Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2013. Damien comes to the rescue when an author is knocked unconscious at a literary gathering. |
| 02 | 06 LAST | On Location | 20130225 | 20141126 (BBC7) 20160316 (BBC7) 20171128 (BBC7) 20191004 (BBC7) 20220313 (BBC7) 20220319 (BBC7) 20220320 (BBC7) 20141119 (R4) | Damien is sent on location to the Lake District to film a chunk of his new series for Sky Arts about 'poets and their palates'. But when the sunshine turns to driving rain, Damien's spirits are further dampened when it appears Anthony might not be missing him quite as much as he had hoped... Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Gary McDade - Ben Crowe Sound Man - Ben Crowe Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2013. Damien and Marion visit the Lake District to film his 'Poets and their Palates' TV series. |
| 03 | 01 | The Awards | 20140203 | 20180302/03 (BBC7) 20191220 (BBC7) 20221017 (BBC7) 20221018 (BBC7) 20221022 (BBC7) 20180225 (R4) | Damien is nominated for a 'Melvyn' for his TV show about the culinary habits of the great poets, but finds it hard to think of what to write in his column for a new gentleman's magazine. Meanwhile, Anthony busies himself preparing for an audition for an amateur production of Noel Coward's Hay Fever. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony. Steven - Ade Oyefeso Ray Jarrow - Chris Brand Michel Houllewitz - Toby Longworth Janet Trench - Selina Cadell Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2014. Damien is nominated for an award and Anthony auditions for a production of Hayfever. |
| 03 | 02 | The Funeral | 20140210 | 20180309/10 (BBC7) 20191227 (BBC7) 20221024 (BBC7) 20221025 (BBC7) 20180304 (R4) | Damien's peace is once again shattered when he is asked to do the food at the funeral of Anthony's maiden aunt. But things become even more complicated when his literary agent is discovered behaving erratically in a branch of Paperchase and Damien has to look after him. Meanwhile, Anthony must prepare a song to sing at the funeral. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony. Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Anthony's Father - Philip Fox Policeman - David Seddon Anthony's Sister - Priyanga Burford Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2014. When Anthony's maiden aunt dies, Damien is asked to do the food for the funeral. |
| 03 | 03 | The After-dinner | 20140217 | 20180316/17 (BBC7) 20200103 (BBC7) 20221031 (BBC7) 20221101 (BBC7) 20221105 (BBC7) 20180311 (R4) | The tranquillity of the Trench household is breached once again when Damien's mother calls to say she's coming to stay while Damien's father is on a silent retreat. No sooner has she arrived than she starts setting about trying to be helpful, which only irritates Damien more. So he's forced to spend some time away by accepting the offer of an after-dinner speaking engagement, something he's never tried before... Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Damien's mother - Selina Cadell Jennifer - Priyanga Burford Heckler - David Seddon Nigel Thingummy - Michael Bertenshaw Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2014. Damien is invited to do an after-dinner speech. |
| 03 | 04 | The Travel Piece | 20140224 | 20180323/24 (BBC7) 20200110 (BBC7) 20221107 (BBC7) 20221108 (BBC7) 20180318 (R4) | Damien confronts his hatred of barbecuing while Mullaney is sorting out his `shoffice'. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Ray Jarrow - Christopher Brand Shooting Instructor - Christopher Brand Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2014. Cookery writer Damien Trench dips his toe into the world of travel journalism. Damien confronts his hatred of barbecuing while Mullaney is sorting out his “shoffice'. |
| 03 | 05 | The Works Barbecue | 20140303 | 20180330/31 (BBC7) 20200117 (BBC7) 20221114 (BBC7) 20221115 (BBC7) 20180325 (R4) | Damien reluctantly helps out at Anthony's barbecue for some work colleagues. Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Mr Mullaney - Brendan Dempsey Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Damien's Mother - Selina Cadell Brutus - David Seddon Steven - Ade Oyefeso Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2014. Damien reluctantly helps out at one of Anthony's barbecues. |
| 03 | 06 LAST | The Prisoner | 20140310 | 20180406/07 (BBC7) 20200124 (BBC7) 20221121 (BBC7) 20221122 (BBC7) 20180401 (R4) | Nerves are fraying as Anthony's first night of Hay Fever looms, not helped by news of a dangerous prisoner loose in the area. Meanwhile, Damien contends with an angry neighbour... Sitcom written by and starring Miles Jupp, charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench and his partner Anthony.Mr Mullaney - Brendan Dempsey Marion Duffett - Lesley Vickerage Ian Frobisher - Philip Fox Steven - Ade Oyefeso Constable Clive - David Seddon Superintendent Michael - Bertenshaw Victim Liaison Officer - Priyanga Burford Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 2014. Anthony gears up for his first night. Meanwhile, a dangerous prisoner is on the loose. |
| 04 | 01 | The Supplement | 20150805 | 20210114/15 (BBC7) 20230102 (BBC7) 20230103 (BBC7) | Damien is offered the chance to present his own television series all about 'street food', something which doesn't initially appeal, particularly as he is busy editing the food supplement for a Sunday newspaper - territory which is far more familiar. But when he is forced to become more populist to placate the paper's editor, perhaps this is the time to finally take the plunge into the murky world of 'TV'. And Damien's boundaries are further tested when his kitchen is commandeered by Anthony and Mr Mullaney, who are in the midst of planning a property renovation company together. Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyIan Frobisher - Philip FoxLivi Hollinshead - Alex Tregear Paula, the Editor - Jessica Turner Arlo Chance - Stephen Critchlow Written by Justin Edwards. Producer: Sam Michell. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2015. Damien runs into trouble editing a food supplement. Meanwhile, Anthony starts a business. |
| 04 | 02 | The Panel Show | 20150812 | 20210121/22 (BBC7) 20230109 (BBC7) 20230110 (BBC7) 20191115 (R4) | Damien is persuaded to appear on topical TV panel show 'I Beg Your Pardon' in order to boost his profile ahead of his street food series. Meanwhile, Anthony and Mr Mullaney's property business has developed to the point at which they can now start buying somewhere to do up. Will Anthony plump for the right property though? Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyIan Frobisher - Philip FoxThe Auctioneer/Ivan - Mark Edel-Hunt Livi Hollinshead - Alex Tregear Gavin Colthorpe - Stephen Critchlow Written by Justin Edwards. Producer: Sam Michell First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2015. Damien Trench is lured into the murky world of television panel shows. |
| 04 | 03 | The Birthday | 20150819 | 20210128/29 (BBC7) 20230116 (BBC7) 20230117 (BBC7) 20191122 (R4) | Damien rents a narrowboat for a weekend cruising around the heart of England with Anthony, his producer friend Marion Duffett, his parents Janet and Dennis, his agent Ian, and his builder Mr Mullaney. He hopes to relax but also ease tensions between Mr Mullaney and Anthony who aren't getting on well following an Anthony-induced hiccup in their newly formed property business. But canalling isn't always as easy as it looks... Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyIan Frobisher - Philip FoxThe Auctioneer/Ivan - Mark Edel-Hunt Livi Hollinshead - Alex Tregear Gavin Colthorpe - Stephen Critchlow Written by Nick Revell. Producer: Sam Michell A BBC Radio Comedy production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in August 2015. Damien takes his friends on a narrowboat holiday to celebrate his birthday. |
| 04 | 04 | The Baby | 20150826 | 20210204/05 (BBC7) 20230123 (BBC7) 20230124 (BBC7) 20191129 (R4) | When their friend Marion Duffett is called away on a family matter, she asks Damien and Anthony to look after her baby. Something which Anthony is infinitely more inclined towards than Damien. Still, it's come at a good time as Damien is angling for a role as an ambassador for a children's charity. At the same time, Damien's street food series is gathering pace and he is forced to go to a music festival and engage in a cook-off with Ray Jarrow. Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyMr Mullaney - Brendan Dempsey Ray Jarrow - Chris Brand Jasmine - Alex Tregear Alison - Jessica Turner Trevor/Marco - David Acton Written by James Kettle. Producer: Sam Michell A BBC Radio Comedy production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in August 2015. Damien and Anthony are asked to look after a baby. |
| 04 | 05 | The Stag | 20150902 | 20210211/12 (BBC7) 20230130 (BBC7) 20230131 (BBC7) 20191206 (R4) | Damien and Anthony celebrate their stag weekend in Dublin when their plans to spend it at the opera are ruined by the weather. Meanwhile, Ian is tasked with looking after Damien's mother who is recovering from laser eye surgery. Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyIan Frobisher - Philip Fox Damien's mother - Selina Cadell The Waitress - Alex Tregear Ray Jarrow - Chris Brand Chef/Policeman - Stephen Critchlow Written by Justin Edwards. Producer: Sam Michell. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2015. Damien and Anthony go on a stag night ahead of their wedding. |
| 04 | 06 LAST | The Wedding | 20150909 | 20210218/19 (BBC7) 20230206 (BBC7) 20230207 (BBC7) 20191213 (R4) | Damien recounts the events leading up to his marriage to long term partner Anthony, when not everything went exactly according to plan... Sitcom charting the life of cookery writer Damien Trench, who lives in London's Queen's Park with his partner AnthonyIan Frobisher ........ Philip FoxDamien's mother - Selina Cadell The Celebrant - Jessica Turner Gavin Fox - David Acton Written by Justin Edwards. Producer: Sam Michell. First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 2017. Damien and Anthony finally get hitched. But all does not go entirely to plan... |