Out To Lunch With Jay Rayner

On dining with Ozzy Osbourne, interviewing his hero Bruce Springsteen and one of the best nights of his life (might feature karaoke). TV and radio presenter, Dermot O'Leary joins Jay Rayner at London's oldest restaurant - Rules in Covent Garden. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner production. For more information about Rules, visit: https://rules.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On meeting Stevie Wonder, recording with Prince, and hanging with her imaginary friend Jemima. Singer and Songwriter Lianne La Havas joins Jay at Monica Galetti's Mere in Fitzrovia to indulge in some vegan delights. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner production. For more information about Mere, visit: https://mere-restaurant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On his cupboard full of Doctor Who toys, why he's not interested in writing a Marvel movie, and his obsession with Masterchef. The man behind the regeneration of Doctor Who in 2005, screenwriter and producer Russell T Davies, joins Jay at Cafe Murano in Covent Garden for some delicious Italian eating and riotous conversation. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner production. For more information about Cafe Murano, visit: https://www.cafemurano.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On being an obsessive, the evolution of his backstage riders and - of course - the birth of PowerPoint comedy. Dave Gorman joins Jay at Hawksmoor Guildhall for prime steak and a dessert in celebration of citrus. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner production. For more information about Hawksmoor, visit: https://thehawksmoor.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On how to pimp a Pot Noodle, her record for the most samosas eaten in a day, life after Bake-Off, and how the colour of her headscarf reflects her mood. Nadiya Hussain joins Jay at Tayyabs in Whitechapel for the best lamb chops in town. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner production. For more information about Tayyabs, visit: http://tayyabs.co.uk/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the death of his father, how best to complain in a restaurant, his romantic relationship with drink, and the impact of winning The Mercury Prize. Elbow frontman and BBC Radio 6 Music presenter, Guy Garvey, joins Jay for nose to tail eating at St John in London's Barbican. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner Production. For more information about St John, visit: https://stjohnrestaurant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On her journey to Parliament, the impact of politics on her home life, whether she's going to leave the Labour party, her aspirations to be Prime Minister, Jacob Rees Mogg memes... and pork scratchings. Jess Phillips MP and Jay share plates and stories at The Ninth in London's Fitzrovia. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner Production. For more information about The Ninth, visit: https://www.theninthlondon.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the lack of royalties he got from Three Lions, his biggest mistakes, and why lassi is best served in pints. David Baddiel joins Jay to enjoy some haute Indian cuisine at the Michelin Star Tamarind of Mayfair. A Somethin' Else / Jay Rayner Production. For more information about Tamarind visit: https://www.tamarindrestaurant.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On meeting Sophie Dahl, his disastrous first gig at Ronnie Scott's, and the fear of career failure. Jay takes his guest to enjoy fine French dining and tinkling the ivories at Brasserie Zédel in London’s Piccadilly, where Jamie also performs ‘You Can’t Hide Away From Love’ from his new album 'Taller’. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner production. Additional music in this episode written and performed by Jamie Cullum. For more information about Brasserie Zédel, visit: https://www.brasseriezedel.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juicy conversations over lunch with top names in music, film, TV and comedy. A taster of what's to come in Season 2 as the internationally renowned food critic Jay Rayner takes you and his guests to eat in remarkable places. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A selection of unheard moments from Jay’s guests in season one, including Richard E Grant, Mel C, Jamie Dornan, Tracey Ullman and Grayson Perry. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How the release of his psychosis documentary has effected him, how Homeland changed his life, and why avocado's off the menu. Jay and David Harewood dine at Quo Vadis on London's Dean Street. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Clooney's pranks, whether River Song will return to Doctor Who and a set of nipple clamps. Alex Kingston and Jay take on a mountain of sushi at Chisou in Mayfair. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Banter shirts, what constitutes a proper pie, and the appeal of shame and humiliation. Grayson Perry and Jay take on a gastro pub menu at The Drapers Arms in Islington. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Snails, 2 soups, and how Wales inspired his becoming a comedian. Reginald D Hunter sits down with Jay for some traditional French eating at London’s L’escargot. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nearly turning down Harry Potter, joining The Star Trek Cruise, and snogging Daniel Craig. Jason Isaacs lunches with Jay at The Game Bird inside London’s Stafford Hotel. A Somethin’ Else/Jay Rayner production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Fifty Shades of Grey modesty pouch, not getting cast in Game of Thrones, and playing golf with Rory McIlroy. Jamie Dornan and Jay feast at The Guinea Grill in Mayfair, London. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Doctor Who in the making, Sherlock's success and behind the scenes on The League of Gentlemen. Mark Gatiss and Jay order Indian at Brigadiers in London. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Simpsons origins, football with Jack Nicholson, and impersonating Dame Judi Dench. Jay and Tracey Ullman are in London’s Shoreditch for lunch at St Leonard’s. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writing with Ed Sheeran, cream on ice cream, and podcast domination. Jay takes Jessie Ware to eat at Jikoni in London's Marylebone. A Somethin’ Else / Jay Rayner Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices