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ITV has announced details of a new daytime cookery series starring celebrity couple John Torode and Lisa Faulkner.
‘John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen’ comprises nine one-hour episodes and is ‘coming soon’ – but exact treansmission dates have not yet been announced.
The broadcaster said: ‘John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen’ will see the couple host from a cosy modern kitchen every Sunday morning, as they cook deliciously simple dishes. As they cook together they will also be sharing unique tips, neat techniques and tricks and, of course, inspiring ideas for anyone who wants to cook, from keen home cooks to those starting out.’
John commented: “I’m really thrilled and excited to be working with Lisa on our new show for ITV. Our ‘Weekend Kitchen’ will certainly be a great reflection of us working together on food and our style – and chatting about things we love to do – made for Sunday morning viewing.”
Lisa added: “I’m really looking forward to working with John and I’m delighted that we have been asked to make a programme together for ITV. It’s a lovely series to be asked to present and even better that we get to share some of our favourite recipes and ideas with the viewers. I know we are going to have a lot fun making it.”
ITV Daytime executive producer Sue Walton said: “’John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen’ promises the ultimate in food inspiration for Sunday mornings. Their natural talent and chemistry together will ensure a feast for the eyes and the taste buds, as well as achievability for viewers with the recipes.”
