Roast chicken with Gordal olives and roast hasselbacks potatoes
Paul Ainsworth
Paul Ainsworth’s morning ritual is a run before service, which he says clears his head and helps him mentally prep for the kitchen.
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Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
The Best Grillo Sicilia, Italy, 2024
Morrisons, £9
The Best Grillo Sicilia, Italy, 2024This vibrant 2024 Grillo from Sicily, Italy, known as “The Best,” shines with a brilliant straw-yellow hue and lively green reflections. It bursts with fresh aromas and flavors of zesty lemon, white peach, grapefruit, wild herbs, and a distinctive saline minerality that reflects its coastal origins. Crisp, bright, and elegantly balanced, it finishes with a touch of almond and Mediterranean freshness. Perfect as a sophisticated aperitif or paired with seafood, Sicilian cuisine, and summer dishes.
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Roasted garlic and gochujang prawn pasta with cream cheese garlic bread
Poppy O’Tools
Poppy once got a D in Food Tech, but later turned that setback into a Michelin-trained chef career and TV judging roles.
Saturday Kitchen drinks recommendation
Trouble Cloudy Rosé, France, 2025
M&S, £12
This playful 2025 Trouble Cloudy Rosé from France shows a naturally hazy, pale coral-pink hue. It bursts with aromas of wild strawberry, pink grapefruit, and a hint of fresh herbs. On the palate, it’s juicy and light-bodied, with a gentle textural softness from its unfiltered style, balanced by bright, crisp acidity. Fresh, breezy, and effortlessly drinkable, it’s perfect for picnics, summer salads, or sipping in the sunshine.
Matt Tebbutt
Chicken curry with mango and tomato salad
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Wairau Cove Gisborne Chardonnay, New Zealand, 2024
Tesco, From £7.50
This 2024 Chardonnay from Gisborne, New Zealand’s “Chardonnay capital,” showcases the region’s renowned fruit-forward style. Bright golden in the glass, it offers ripe orchard fruit aromas of peach and melon, layered with citrus zest and a subtle creamy, buttery note from careful winemaking. Well-balanced with a smooth texture and refreshing acidity, it finishes with a gentle hint of vanilla and oak spice. A versatile wine that pairs beautifully with roast chicken, creamy pastas, or grilled seafood.
Summertime Wellington
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Finest Premier Cru Rosé Champagne, France, N/V
Tesco, £23
This elegant non-vintage Premier Cru Rosé Champagne from France presents a brilliant salmon-pink hue. On the palate, it offers a delicate balance of vibrant red berry flavors – such as wild strawberry and raspberry – with a subtle, toasty brioche note and fine, persistent bubbles. Its refined structure and crisp acidity make it both a luxurious aperitif and a versatile companion to a range of cuisines.