Gary has just walked into The Muggleton Inn. The chefs in the kitchen of the Maidstone town centre Wetherspoons might feel pressure rising, for Gary is one of the most influential foodies in the land.

TV WEEK: 6-12 DECEMBER

The Body Coach on his new book, parenting lessons and the secrets to staying fit in body and mind

Fine dining and fitness aren’t exactly natural bedfellows. But no one seems to have told Tom Aikens, the Michelin-starred chef who’s as fanatical about his training as the food he serves

Superstar chef Heston Blumenthal reveals the one thing his Christmas can’t be without, in an exclusive chat. Discover what’s on his festive menu, his favourite wines and a Michelin-level recipe to try at home

The actor, comedian and Strictly Come Dancing 2024 champion recalls the time a casual Indian meal with friends ended with a standing ovation