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On Thursday 5 June 2025, ITV broadcasts James Martin’s Midweek Menu!

Season 1 Episode 9 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “James Martin’s Midweek Menu” promises to be a delightful treat for food lovers. This week, James Martin will be sharing some of his favorite recipes from his popular Saturday Morning series. The episode is set to air on ITV, and it is sure to bring warmth and flavor to the midweek routine.

One of the highlights of the episode will be a dish of Turkish-style meatballs. James cooked this tasty dish for adventurer Simon Reeve during a previous show, and it has become a fan favorite. Viewers can expect to see James’s signature cooking style as he prepares this flavorful meal, showcasing the spices and ingredients that make it so special.

In addition to the meatballs, James will share more recipes that are easy to follow and perfect for home cooks.

Globetrotter Simon Reeve trades his passport for a place at the kitchen counter on Thursday’s James Martin’s Midweek Menu, airing at 2:00 Pm on ITV1. The episode blends local fare with international flavors, as Martin bakes a heritage apple cake, getting a crash course in varieties from grower Sarah Simpson. Caribbean flavors heat things up […]

James Martin’s Midweek Menu: Simon Reeve...

Simon Reeve’s Scandinavian odyssey wraps up this Sunday on BBC Two at 9 Pm, and if the previous two hours are anything to go by, viewers should expect a healthy dose of stark reality alongside the region’s postcard beauty. This final leg finds Reeve traversing the Swedish forests en route to Copenhagen, posing tough questions […]

Scandinavia with Simon Reeve: Episode 3...

In the upcoming episode of “James Martin’s Midweek Menu,” viewers can expect a delightful culinary journey as James showcases some of his favorite recipes from his popular Saturday Morning series. This ninth episode promises to be a treat, especially for fans of hearty and flavorful dishes. Set to air at 2:00 Pm on Thursday, June 5, 2025, on ITV, it is sure to brighten up the afternoon.

One of the highlights of the episode will be James’s Turkish-style meatballs. This dish, which he previously prepared for adventurer Simon Reeve, is packed with spices and flavors that transport anyone to the streets of Turkey. James’s passion for cooking shines through as he shares tips and techniques that make the dish not only delicious but also accessible for home cooks.

Alongside the meatballs, viewers can look forward to more of James’s signature recipes that reflect his love for comfort food.

Simon Reeve, a master of thoughtful travel documentaries, continues his Scandinavian journey this Sunday on BBC Two. In the second episode of this four-part series, Reeve traverses a landscape of stark contrasts, from the majestic fjords of Norway to the volcanic heart of Iceland. Iceland, as Reeve discovers, is a land of contradictions. Once dubbed […]

Scandinavia with Simon Reeve: Episode 2...

Simon Reeve, known for his insightful and engaging travel documentaries, turns his attention to Scandinavia in a new series premiering this Sunday on BBC Two. While often seen as a bastion of wealth and happiness, the region also faces complicated challenges, including rising geopolitical tensions and the impact of mass immigration. Reeve begins his journey […]

Scandinavia with Simon Reeve: Series Premiere...

On Sunday 18 May 2025, BBC Two broadcasts Scandinavia with Simon Reeve!

Season 1 Episode 1 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of “Scandinavia with Simon Reeve,” viewers will join Simon on the first leg of his adventurous journey through the stunning landscapes of Scandinavia. This episode will air on BBC Two and promises to take audiences from the icy beauty of Svalbard to the enchanting wilderness of Lapland.

Simon begins his exploration in Svalbard, an Arctic archipelago known for its breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife. The stark, frozen environment offers a glimpse into life in one of the northernmost inhabited places on Earth. Simon will meet local residents and learn about their way of life in such extreme conditions.

Next, the journey continues into Lapland, where the vast, snowy landscapes provide a dramatic backdrop. Simon will delve into the rich culture of the Sámi people, who have lived in harmony with the land for generations.

“Scandinavia with Simon Reeve” is set to debut on BBC Two, bringing viewers a captivating journey through the stunning landscapes of the North. In the first episode, Simon Reeve embarks on an adventure that starts in the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. This remote area is known for its breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife, setting the stage for an unforgettable exploration.

As Simon travels from Svalbard, he moves into the frozen wilderness of Lapland. This region is rich in culture and tradition, offering a glimpse into the lives of the indigenous Sami people. Simon’s interactions with the locals will provide insight into their customs and the challenges they face in a changing environment.

The episode also takes a serious turn as Simon approaches NATO’s longest border with Russia. This area holds significant geopolitical importance, and Simon’s exploration will shed light on the complexities of life in such a strategically vital region.

BBC Studios has renewed its partnership with Spain’s Movistar Plus+ through a multi-year content deal that includes the launch of BBC Player, additional Fast channels, and a continued commitment to natural history programming. The BBC Player streaming service will offer up to 1,000 hours of content, including The Louis Theroux Interviews, Simon Reeve’s South America, and Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job. The Paradise franchise, featuring Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise, and Return to Paradise, will also be available.

Movistar Plus+ subscribers will have access to a BBC Earth-branded programming block featuring Blue Planet III and Kingdom. The deal includes Movistar Plus+ serving as BBC Studios’ local advertising sales partner for the newly introduced Fast channels—BBC Top Gear, BBC Drama, BBC Food, and BBC History.

The agreement was announced ahead of the annual BBC Studios Showcase, a key industry event where the company highlights upcoming content offerings and strategic partnerships.

BBC Studios & Movistar Plus+ Renew Content Pact

BBC Studios (Bbcs) is staying in business with Spain’s Movistar Plus+, with the pair striking a new, multi-year content deal. This will see the debut of a BBC Player streaming service, new Fast channels and a recommitment to natural history and BBC Earth programs. Bbcs and streaming service Movistar Plus+ have already launched the likes of Planet Earth III, Mammal, Time Season 2 and cop show Blue Lights in Spain, while four Fast channels — BBC Top Gear, BBC Drama, BBC Food and BBC History — were added last month. The BBC Player service will offer up to 1,000 hours of content such as The Louis Theroux Interviews, Simon Reeve’s South America and Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job. It will also carry the Paradise franchise, offering Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise and Return to Paradise. Blue Planet III and Kingdom will run as part of...

The BBC has announced two new major series featuring presenter Simon Reeve: Wilderness with Simon Reeve and Scandinavia with Simon Reeve. These series will air on BBC Two and iPlayer, offering viewers a unique perspective on remote wildernesses and the Scandinavian region. Simon Reeve shared his excitement about the upcoming projects, expressing confidence that both […]

Simon Reeve Set for Two New BBC Two Series...

Tilda Swinton’s feature directorial debut The Hexagonal Hive And A Mouse In A Maze, co-directed with Bartek Dziadosz, will world premiere in competition at Sheffield DocFest (June 12-17) as the full programme is unveiled.

The 109-strong line-up includes 48 world premieres, 14 international and 17 European.

Swinton and her co-director travel the world in The Hexagonal Hive And A Mouse In A Mouse to explore the concept of learning. The documentary was first introduced at Sheffield’s MeetMarket in 2018.

All the competition titles are world premieres including the latest from Croatian filmmaker Goran Devic, Pavillon 6 which surrounds Croatia’s fight for the Covid-19 vaccination.

How do you follow up a masterpiece like Under the Skin? By giving BBC Two viewers five minutes of unexpected hell. The visionary director on how a Trump hunting trip inspired his mystery short

The Americas with Simon Reeve is an amiable travelogue in which a dishy documentarian gads about the Us. This Sunday night he was in California, examining giant redwoods and Beyoncé’s mansion. At 10pm, the credits rolled and, abruptly, BBC Two plunged us into hell.

For five minutes before the start of Live at the Apollo, the channel screened a new short film in which a masked mob hang a man in a forest. He plunges for what feels an eternity (actually 86 seconds) down a well from the wooden gibbet, before the rope stops spooling and the man – miraculously alive – slowly starts to haul his way towards the light. It was broadcast without introduction or credits.

Poldark stayed above 6 million viewers for its third episode on Sunday, overnight data reveals.

The BBC One drama dipped by around 300,000 from last week to an average audience of 6.24m (26.5%) at 9pm.

Earlier, The Big Painting Challenge appealed to 3.63m (19.7%) at 6pm, while Countryfile topped the night overall with 6.38m (29.9%) at 7pm. Antiques Roadshow gathered 5.56m (24.1%) at 8pm, and Match of the Day 2 scored 2.56m (23.6%) at 10.35pm.

On BBC Two, Simon Reeve's Caribbean was seen by 2.14m (9.2%) at 8pm, followed by Louis Theroux's By Reason of Insanity with 1.91m (8.1%) at 9pm and Bluestone 42 with 638k (3.9%) at 10pm.

ITV's The Chase quizzed 3.26m (15.4%) at 6.30pm, followed by Off Their Rockers with 3.25m (14.8%) at 7.30pm (128k/0.5% on +1). All Star Family Fortunes entertained 3.65m (15.7%) at 8pm (115k/0.5%), while Mr Selfridge continued with 3.29m (13.9%) at 9pm (415k/2.7%).

On Channel 4, Great Canal Journeys interested 1.47m (6.4%) at 8pm (196k/0.8%). The latest...

The X Factor was watched by nearly 8.5 million on ITV last night (October 5), according to overnight figures.

Simon Cowell's singing contest appealed to 8.49m (33.9%) in the 8pm hour, with a further 314k (1.3%) tuning in on +1.

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Elsewhere, Sunday Night at the Palladium drew 3.07m (13.9%) from 7pm, and Downton Abbey was enjoyed by 7.47m (31.5%) from 9pm (+1: 344k/2.1%).

On BBC One, the first Strictly Come Dancing results show attracted 8.84m (38.3%) between 7.20pm and 8pm.

Afterwards, Antiques Roadshow and Lacey Turner's Our Girl nabbed 5.41m (21.6%) and 3.64m (15.2%) respectively.

BBC Two's Wonders of the Monsoon began with 1.86m (7.4%) from 8pm. It was followed by Sacred Rivers with Simon Reeve with 1.89m (7.9%).

On Channel 4, Operation Maneater concluded with 599k (2.4%) in the 8pm hour. An airing of George Clooney...

The X Factor dropped over a million viewers for its second show on Sunday (August 31), overnight data reveals.

The ITV competition's first Sunday edition of the year dipped from Saturday's 9.03m to 7.55m on average from 8pm, with an audience share of 32.2%. A further 643,000 (2.9%) tuned in on +1.

This is down from last year's first Sunday show ratings of 9.21m. On ITV2, The Xtra Factor entertained 1.02m (4.6%) at 9pm (149k/0.9% on +1).

On BBC One, Nature's Miracle Orphans brought in 3.86m (21.0%) at 7pm, followed by Countryfile with 5.13m (21.8%) at 8pm. The Village continued with 3.78m (17.2%) at 9pm, and Match of the Day 2 scored 2.65m (21.5%) at 10.35pm.

BBC Two's Equator with Simon Reeve interested 1.21m (6.6%) at 7pm, while Dragons' Den appealed to 1.54m (6.5%) at 8pm. Two Amigos: A Gaucho Adventure gathered 1.30m (5.9%) at 9pm, and Him & Her's final series BBC Two premiere amused 511k (2.8%) at 10pm.

On Channel 4, Time Team attracted 832k (3.5%) at 8pm,...

Call the Midwife continued its impressive Sunday ratings on BBC One, according to overnight data.

The period drama dipped by nearly 400,000 viewers from last week's opener, but still easily won the night with 9.26 million (33.8%) at 8pm.

Earlier, Countryfile was seen by 6.77m (27.7%) at 7pm, while The Musketeers tumbled by 1.4m to 6.01m (23.1%) at 9pm.

ITV's Dancing On Ice continued with 5.79m (22.6%) at 6.15pm (174k/0.7% on +1), while the results show brought in 4.63m (16.6%) at 8.30pm (211k/0.8%).

Mr Selfridge dropped by over 200k to 4.60m (16.6%) at 9pm (428k/2.5%). Earlier, All Star Family Fortunes entertained 4.48m (17.1%) at 7.45pm (162k/0.6%).

Channel 4's new series The Jump opened to 2.30m (8.4%) at 8pm (336k/1.3%).

On Channel 5, Celebrity Big Brother's surprise eviction gathered a high 2.72m (10.7%) at 9pm (348k/2.2%).

BBC Two's Dragons' Den returned from its break to 2.34m (9.0%) at 9pm, while Simon Reeve's Coffee Trail interested 1.83m (6.7%) at 8pm.

Last Tango in Halifax topped Tuesday night's ratings for a second week, according to overnight data.

The BBC One drama climbed slightly from last week to 5.79 million (24.8%) at 9pm. Later, The Matt Lucas Christmas Awards entertained 1.89m (15.0%) at 10.35pm.

On BBC Two, a festive edition of The Great British Bake Off attracted 2.93m (13.5%) at 8pm, followed by Pilgrimage with Simon Reeve with 1.35m (5.8%) at 9pm. Hebburn gathered 834k (4.4%) at 10pm.

ITV's broadcast of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire thrilled 3.10m (14.2%) at 7.30pm (411k/2.1% on +1).

On Channel 4, Location, Location, Location interested 982,000 (4.5%) at 8pm (130k/0.6%), while Heston's Great British Food brought in 1.17m (5.0%) at 9pm (168k/1.0%).

Channel 5's Pothole Britain intrigued 912k (4.2%) at 8pm, followed by the latest Mentalist with 1.35m (5.8%) at 9pm (202k/1.2%) and Castle with 697k (4.1%) at 10pm.

On BBC Three, a Christmas Call Centre special was seen by 675k (2.9%) at 9pm, while Family Guy amused 752k (6.9%) at 11pm.

Last Tango in Halifax bounced back to top the ratings on Tuesday (December 10), overnight data reveals.

Without I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! to battle, the BBC One drama leapt by over 1.2 million viewers to 5.73m (24.6%) at 9pm.

On BBC Two, MasterChef: The Professionals cooked with 2.97m (13.2%) at 8pm, followed by Simon Reeve's Pilgrimage with 1.21m (5.2%) at 9pm. Hebburn amused 879k (4.9%) at 10pm.

ITV's Champions League coverage of Manchester United's win scored 3.91m (17.4%) at 7.30pm.

On Channel 4, Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners intrigued 1.66m (7.4%) at 8pm (292k/1.3% on +1), while Heston's Great Britain was seen by 1.55m (6.7%) at 9pm (235k/1.4%). At 10pm, Masters of Sex continued with 661k (4.2%) for its latest episode (122k/1.5%).

Channel 5's The Mentalist thrilled 1.90m (5.1%) at 9pm (183k/1.1%), followed by Castle with 721k (4.3%) at 10pm.

On BBC Three, Snow, Sex and Suspicious Parents entertained 403k (2.7%) at 9pm. BBC Four documentary Hidden Killers of the Victorian...

New Delhi, Sep 3: International TV presenter Simon Reeve, currently busy with his travel show "Australia with Simon Reeve", hopes he can make a "big TV series" in the country.

"I definitely think we should be filming more in India. I'd love to travel around the country making a big TV series," Reeve told Ians in an email interview.

Prior to "Australia with Simon Reeve", he had made a show called "Indian Ocean", for which he had travelled to many places along the Indian coastline.

"I travelled down the west coast of India from Gujarat down to Kerala, and then up the east coast to Kolkata, which is a city I really love. I've also been across India from west to east following the Tropic of Cancer for previous TV series,".

Nick Hewer and Margaret Mountford's BBC One show topped Thursday's ratings outside of soaps, according to overnight figures.

The Apprentice stars' second and final episode of We All Pay Your Benefits dropped around 800,000 viewers from last week to 3.77 million (19.8%) at 9pm.

Earlier, Cherry Healey's new show Britain's Favourite Supermarket Foods attracted 3.19m (18.2%) at 8pm. One-off documentary Meet the Landlords was seen by 2.38m (18.4%) at 10.35pm.

On BBC Two, Simon Reeve's Indian Ocean educated 1.25m (7.1%) at 8pm, followed by Hebrides: Islands on the Edge with 1.76m (9.2%) at 9pm. Mock the Week tickled 1.80m (10.0%) at 10pm.

ITV's Married to the Job appealed to 2.52m (14.4%) at 8.30pm (130k/0.7% on +1), while returning documentary series The Briefs interested 1.91m (10.0%) at 9pm (167k/1.0%).

On Channel 4, Supersize vs Superskinny gathered 591k (3.4%) at 8pm (105k/0.6%). First Dates entertained 708k (3.7%) at 9pm (126k/0.8%).

The final episode of four-part drama Run dipped to 620k (3.7%) at 10pm.

The Voice UK topped Sunday night's ratings for BBC One, overnight data has revealed.

However, the second of the Knockout Round episodes fell further to a new season low of 5.57 million viewers (27.0%) on average from 7.15pm.

Jason Isaacs's Case Histories gained back over 200,000 viewers for its third episode with 3.69m (15.6%) at 8.30pm. The final Matt Lucas Awards amused 1.62m (10.5%) at 10.30pm.

On BBC Two, new series Peter Jones Meets... was seen by 1.05m (5.5%) at 7pm, followed by Ice Ace Giants with 1.74m (7.5%) at 8pm. Australia with Simon Reeve brought in 2.42m (10.2%) at 9pm.

ITV's coverage of England's 2-2 draw with Brazil scored 5.44m (24.3%) from 7.30pm, (112k/0.6% on +1). The final Catchphrase of the season was seen by 3.25m (18.3%) at 6.45pm (215k/1.0%).

On Channel 4, documentary Spying on Hitler's Army educated 929k (4.0%) at 8pm (206k/0.9%). Daniel Day-Lewis film Nine brought in 370k (1.9%) at 9pm.

Channel 5's Once Upon a Time continued with 702k (3.1%) at 8pm,...

Britain's Got Talent was easily the most watched show on Sunday evening, overnight data has revealed.

An average of 8.14 million viewers (38.0%) tuned in to see Simon Cowell and his fellow judges pick their finalists at 8pm. However, this is 700,000 less than last Saturday's (May 19) episode. A further 431k (2.0%) tuned in on +1.

Earlier, Stephen Mulhern's Celebrity Catchphrase entertained 4.23m (24.9%) at 7pm.

On BBC One, Countryfile was seen by 4.54m (23.5%) at 7.30pm. Hugh Dennis's My Hero tribute to Ronnie Barker attracted 2.18m (15.6%) at 10.30pm.

Jason Isaacs drama Case Histories appeared to struggle against Talent, as it lost around 1.4m viewers from last week's premiere, falling to 3.47m (16.0%) at 8.30pm.

BBC Two's Ice Age Giants brought in 1.59m (7.1%) at 8.30pm, followed by Australia with Simon Reeve with 2.34m (11.8%) at 9.30pm.

On Channel 4, Clare Balding's Secrets of a Suffragette was seen by 856k (4.0%) at 8pm (171k/0.8% on +1).

Channel 5's cricket coverage scored 661k (3.9%) at 7pm,...

The 2013 British Soap Awards was the most watched programme on Sunday night, according to overnight figures.

Hosted by Phillip Schofield, an average of 5.42 million (23.6%) viewers tuned in to see Coronation Street dominate the awards at 8pm on ITV. A further 295,000 (1.5%) tuned in on +1.

Earlier, Stephen Mulhern's Catchphrase puzzled 4.45m (22.3%) at 7.15pm (166k/0.7% on +1).

On BBC One, Countryfile brought in 5.42m (30.6%) at 6.30pm, followed by Antiques Roadshow with 5.39m (25.8%) at 7.30pm.

Jason Isaacs drama Case Histories returned for its second series with 4.86m (20.8%) at 8.30pm. The final Match of the Day of the season won 3.46m (29.6%) at 10.30pm.

BBC Two's new series Ice Age Giants attracted 1.97m (8.8%) at 8pm, while Australia with Simon Reeve was seen by 2.72m (11.5%) at 9pm.

On Channel 4, World's Weirdest Weather brought in 1.32m (5.9%) at 8pm (236k/1.0%). A screening of The Social Network grabbed 1.14m (5.9%) at 9pm (246k/2.0%).

Channel 5's Once Upon a Time entertained 709k (3.2%) at 8pm,...

The first footage from the Great British Bake Off Comic Relief special has been released and it features comics Jo Brand and Stephen K Amos taking an unusual approach to challenges in the kitchen. Amos jokes that his secret relationship with Mary may work in his favour, while Brand adopts a unique method of sitting on her butter to melt it before baking. Watch the Comic Relief Bake Off teaser:

Amos and Brand are among the list of celebs tackling the baking reality show, which also includes Andy Akinwolere, Duncan Bannatyne, Julia Bradbury, Ed Byrne, Warwick Davis, Helen Glover, Martha Kearney, Bob Mortimer, Ingrid Oliver, Simon Reeve, Ellie Simmonds, Kirsty Wark, Lorna Watson and Claudia Winkleman. At the end of every episode, one celebrity will be crowned the Star Baker. The show's purpose is to inspire (more)...

The first pictures from the celebrity Comic Relief edition of the Great British Bake Off have been released. Comic Relief's mini-series version of the reality show, which will be hosted by Mel Giedroyc, is scheduled to air on January 21-24.

[Comic Relief Bake Off - Heat One] Jo Brand, Stephen K Amos and double act Lorna Watson and Ingrid Oliver will take part in the show's first heat.

[Comic Relief Bake Off - Heat Two] Heat two will feature Warwick Davis, Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne and TV presenters Andy Akinwolere and Simon Reeve.

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Warwick Davis, Bob Mortimer and Duncan Bannatyne have signed up for the 'Great British Bake Off for Comic Relief'. The 'Life's Too Short' star, comic, and 'Dragon's Den' mogul will also be joined in the baking contest by TV presenters Julia Bradbury, Claudia Winkleman, Andy Akinwolere, Simon Reeve and Kirsty Wark. Paralympic gold medal winner Ellie Simmonds, stand-up comedian Ed Byrne, Olympian Helen Glover and journalist Martha Kearney have also been confirmed for the charity version of the popular show. Completing the line-up are the previously-announced Jo Brand, Stephen K. Amos and TV double act Lorna Watson and Ingrid Oliver. The show...