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Great British Menu

Great British Menu

2006Returning SeriesNext: Feb 2416 Seasons519 Episodes6.5TMDB
BBC Two

Britain's top chefs compete for the chance to cook a four-course banquet for a high-profile figure.

Season 18 Episodes

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Episode 1: North East Starter and Fish

Jan 31, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs from the north east of England compete with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration to celebrate Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 3: North East Judging

Feb 2, 2023 · 59m

Guest judge Joe Sugg helps choose the winner from the two remaining chefs. There are dishes celebrating Paddington, James and the Giant Peach and the Clangers.

Episode 4: South West England: Starter and Fish

Feb 7, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for south west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 5: South West England: Mains and Dessert

Feb 8, 2023 · 59m

The remaining chefs from south west England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including dishes inspired by Aardman and Mr Benn.

Episode 7: Wales: Starter and Fish

Feb 14, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for Wales with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 8: Wales: Mains and Puddings

Feb 15, 2023 · 59m

The remaining chefs from Wales compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including dishes based on Fantastic Mr Fox and the Mabinogion.

Episode 9: Wales: Judging

Feb 16, 2023 · 59m

The guest judge, TV presenter Gethin Jones, helps the judging panel decide the winner for Wales.

Episode 10: North West England: Starter and Fish

Feb 21, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for north west England with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 11: North West England: Mains and Puddings

Feb 22, 2023 · 59m

The remaining chefs from north west England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a dish based on the Mad Hatter's tea party.

Episode 12: North West England: Judging

Feb 23, 2023 · 58m

The guest judge, actress Jane Horrocks, helps the judging panel decide the winner for north west England. There are dishes celebrating Paddington, Bob the Builder, and Jack and Jill.

Episode 13: Scotland: Starter and Fish

Feb 28, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for Scotland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 14: Scotland: Mains and Puddings

Mar 1, 2023 · 59m

The remaining Scottish chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a dish based on the Mad Hatter's tea party.

Episode 15: Scotland: Judging

Mar 2, 2023 · 59m

The guest judge, comic book artist Frank Quitely, helps decide the winner for Scotland. There are dishes celebrating the Beano and The Wind in the Willows.

Episode 18: London and South East: Judging

Mar 9, 2023 · 59m

Guest judge Dapo Adeola helps decide the winner from the two remaining London and south east chefs. There are dishes celebrating The Gruffalo and Paddington.

Episode 19: Northern Ireland: Starter and Fish

Mar 14, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for Northern Ireland with canapes, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 20: Northern Ireland: Mains and Puddings

Mar 15, 2023 · 59m

The remaining Northern Irish chefs compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday, including a pie taking inspiration from the Wombles.

Episode 21: Northern Ireland: Judging

Mar 16, 2023 · 59m

The guest judge, author and artist Oliver Jeffers, helps decide the winner for Northern Ireland. There are dishes celebrating both animation and illustration.

Episode 22: Central England: Starter and Fish

Mar 21, 2023 · 59m

Four chefs compete for central England with canapés, starters and fish dishes inspired by animation and illustration celebrating Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will be eliminated?

Episode 23: Central England: Mains and Puddings

Mar 22, 2023 · 59m

The remaining chefs from central England compete over dishes inspired by British animation and illustration and Paddington’s 65th birthday. Who will win, and who must go home?

Episode 24: Central England: Judging

Mar 23, 2023 · 59m

The guest judge, award-winning actress Duaa Karim, helps decide the winner for central England. There are dishes celebrating the Dandy and video game Pac-Man.

Episode 25: The Finals: Starters

Mar 27, 2023 · 58m

The eight regional champions cook their vegan starter courses in a bid to secure the first place on the menu at the banquet. Comedian and actor Kulvinder Ghir is the guest judge.

Episode 26: The Finals: Fish Course

Mar 28, 2023 · 58m

The eight regional champions cook their fish courses to win a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating animation and illustration. Aardman co-founder Peter Lord is the guest judge.

Episode 27: The Finals: Main Course

Mar 29, 2023 · 59m

Eight regional champions cook their main courses in a bid to secure a place on the menu of a banquet celebrating animation and illustration. Sir Lenny Henry is the guest judge.

Episode 28: The Finals: Dessert

Mar 30, 2023 · 59m

The eight regional champions cook their desserts in a bid to secure the last place on the menu at the banquet. Morwenna Banks, voice of Mummy Pig on Peppa Pig, is the guest judge.

Episode 29: Banquet Special

Mar 31, 2023 · 59m

It’s the final of the series. The chefs cook a banquet at Brighton Royal Pavilion for illustration and animation stars including Cressida Cowell and Sir Lenny Henry.

Season 18 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did Great British Menu Season 18 premiere?

Great British Menu Season 18 premiered on January 31, 2023.

How many episodes are in Great British Menu Season 18?

Great British Menu Season 18 has 29 episodes.

What is the first episode of Great British Menu Season 18?

The season opens with Season 18 Episode 1, "North East Starter and Fish". It aired on January 31, 2023.

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