Season 1
43 episodes
26 min. per episode
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A passionate chef battles culinary challenges, unearthing secrets in food and friendship, as rivalries simmer and creativity ignites.
Episodes
Both Maggie and Simon believe that there is nothing more important than to source the best possible ingredients to use when cooking. And the best way to do this is to use produce which is in season at the time of the cooking.
Maggie Beer and Simon Bryant go squiding and it's easy to see that this is a new experience for Maggie. But with beginners luck she pulls in squid after squid until Simon calls enough is enough and lets his last catch go.
Maggie and Simon travel to Mallyons organic stone fruit orchard on the river Murray to taste the organic peaches and apricots grown by Nick and Rita Builder. With a basket of fresh peaches they return to the kitchen.
What better way to entertain than to have a Brunch. Simon and Maggie use eggs, oats and fruit to produce a magnificent spread to share with your friends on a weekend or holiday morning.
Maggie and Simon really show their different approaches to cooking. Maggie cooks a hearty meal for the family, while Simon gives a restaurant touch to his meal. It's chicken and salads in two different ways.
The Cook and The Chef transform fresh ingredients into meals anyone can cook, while providing hints and tips on how to best buy, prepare and present the dishes.