The Hairy Bikers' Best of British
2011 · Documentary · 2 Seasons · 50 Episodes ·
The Hairy Bikers are back and they're on a mission to prove that British food is the best in the world.
E11. Royal FamilyThe Bikers explore the incredible influence the monarchy has had over the food we eat.E22. BreadThe Bikers explore how our love affair with bread has evolved over centuries.E33. VegetarianThe Bikers explore the history behind the vegetarian society.E44. British WaterwaysSi and Dave explore the amazing food available in our British waterwaysE55. RecessionThe Bikers discover how necessity often forced British cooks to pull out all the stops.E66. WarThe Bikers explore how the British have managed to create fantastic dishes even at times of war, when food is often scarce, and try their hand at rabbit stew and carrot cake.E77. PicnicsThe Bikers take a look at Britain's national love of picnics, celebrating classics such as the cornish pasty and the scotch egg, and baking a luxurious dundee cake.E88. Times a PlentyThe Bikers continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here, they go gourmet with lobster, truffles, chocolate and the best cuts of meat on offer.E99. A Taste of the MedSi and Dave continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here they look at how the flavours of the Mediterranean have influenced British cuisine.E1010. CookbooksThe Bikers cook dishes from their favourite cookbooks and meet food historian Ivan Day.E1111. ForagingThe bikers take to the undergrowth in search of delicious free food.E1212. Island LifeThe Bikers look at fish, shellfish and the history of Billingsgate Market.E1313. Pub GrubSi and Dave explore the history behind the boom in pub food and snacks.E1414. PreservingThe bikers explore how some of our tastiest treats have evolved from a need to preserve.E1515. PuddingsThe bikers create some classic puddings and explore the history behind our favourites.E1616. Slow FoodIt's worth cooking ingredients to perfection - however long it may take.E1717. Beer and CiderThe duo explore how our love affair with Beer and Cider has evolved over centuries.E1818. PiesThe hairy duo discover the history behind some of the nation's most iconic pies.E1919. TakeawaysSi and Dave explore how Britain's love affair with takeaway food has evolved.E2020. Sweet ToothSii and Dave explore how the British love affair with sugar has evolved over centuries.E2121. Food FestivalsThe Hairy Bikers look at all the food festivals in the calendar that allow the British to indulge.E2222. GameThe bikers create mouth-watering dishes with rabbit, grouse and venison.E2323. SpicesThe duo explore the origins of Britain's favourite spices and visit a chilli festival.E2424. High TeaHigh tea is a truly British invention, and the bikers can't resist a mid-afternoon snack.E2525. BreakfastSi and Dave look at how our morning meal continues to change and evolve through time.E2626. Nation of GardenersBritain's skill at growing veg has inspired some amazing dishes. Si and Dave take a look at them.E2727. WeddingsThe Bikers explore how the foodie customs associated with wedding ceremonies have evolved.E2828. Food PairingsThe Bikers explore how certain British ingredients combine to make classic pairings.E2929. CheeseThe Bikers explore how our love affair with cheese has evolved over centuries.E3030. Feel Good FoodThe Bikers explore how certain ingredients and recipes can make you feel good.
