Episode guide
Come Dine with Me: Season 10
52 episodes · premiered Jan 5, 2009
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- Episode 1: Newcastle, Lee Eley Jan 5, 2009 · 23m 2009 begins with four episodes in a single night, with Newcastle the venue of choice. But will Lee Eley's James Bond-themed party go to plan when his guests are so demanding, and Lee keeps…
- Episode 2: Newcastle, Brian Moore Jan 5, 2009 · 24m Brian is the second host in Newcastle, revealing himself to be a Conservative politician. Yet despite Brian trying everything to meet his guests' needs, he's met with constant criticism…
- Episode 3: Newcastle, Rebecca Hambley Jan 5, 2009 · 23m Rebecca, the quietest of the group, gets her turn to host a Moroccan-style party. But when Brenda arrives saying she's been continuously vomiting from Brian's food the night before, it…
- Episode 4: Newcastle, Brenda Mallam Jan 5, 2009 · 24m It's the final night in Newcastle, and it's left to boxer Brenda to host the final party. But as she's spent all week being the pickiest guest, has she attracted too many enemies for it to…
- Episode 5: Sheffield, Susanne Bell Jan 6, 2009 · 23m Four nights in Sheffield are presented on a single Tuesday evening on Channel 4. First up is businesswoman Susanne, with her guests including flirty Oliver and shop owner Hazel. But will…
- Episode 6: Sheffield, Christopher Crossley Jan 6, 2009 · 23m For the second night it's the turn of 4'8 artist Christopher. But after he spent the first night dominating the conversation, will his guests still be frustrated by his company, or change…
- Episode 7: Sheffield, Hazel Glossop Jan 6, 2009 · 23m With Christopher having turned around his reputation among the other guests, it's left to Hazel to host the third dinner party. For lighter moments she organises a kissing game, while for…
- Episode 8: Sheffield, Ollie Baxter Jan 6, 2009 · 23m Ollie hosts the final party of the week, showcasing the view of the local dog track and performing magic tricks after dinner. Yet when Ollie's own assessment of his entertainment value is…
- Episode 9: Norwich, Zara Davies Jan 7, 2009 · 24m Four nights in Norwich are presented in a single evening on Channel 4. Single mum Zara Davies starts the week, cooking for David, Seamus and Wendy. But right from the start, the chemistry…
- Episode 10: Norwich, David Knight Jan 7, 2009 · 24m "If I never see some of these people again, so long as I live, it wouldn't be a bad thing." It's David's turn to host the second evening, and the underlying tensions between the four…
- Episode 11: Norwich, Seamus Farrelly Jan 7, 2009 · 24m It's Seamus's turn to host, and also his birthday. While tensions between Seamus and Zara begin to ease, David begins to find Zara's overbearing nature difficult to deal with.
- Episode 12: Norwich, Wendy Holdsworth Jan 7, 2009 · 24m After a week of minor spats, niggles and tongue biting, the competitors from Norwich get to eat at Wendy's house and find out who was the winner.
- Episode 13: West Country, Sarah Hillman Jan 8, 2009 · 23m The West Country plays host to the culinary clash, where the first host is Kenyan-born Sarah Hillman. Her menu, which includes zebra and ostrich, could be too exotic for some
- Episode 14: West Country, Simon Goddard Palmer Jan 8, 2009 · 23m Bachelor Simon Goddard Palmer is so confident of his cooking abilities that he's found time to go on a pheasant shoot, although he's not quite the hot-shot that he thought
- Episode 15: West Country, Adrian Dando Jan 8, 2009 · 24m Bath is home to this week's dinner party hosts, all hoping win the £1,000 first prize. Town crier Adrian's hopes to win are scuppered when he discovers his moggy has eaten his canapés.
- Episode 16: West Country, Annie Todd Jan 8, 2009 · 24m Show-jumping fan Annie Todd has some high hurdles to clear, as Simon is looking for revenge. She criticised his food so he's determined to turn the tables as the culinary clash culminates.
- Episode 17: Coventry, James Payley Jan 9, 2009 · 24m Pub landlord James Payley is the first to host the culinary competition in Coventry. In true pub tradition, ambitious James gives his guests a choice of dishes for each course.
- Episode 18: Coventry, Vera Phillips Griffith Jan 9, 2009 · 24m Scientist and writer Vera Phillips Griffiths doesn't get off to a good start when she burns the veg and can't remember if she put sugar or salt in the dessert
- Episode 19: Coventry, Jon Bramley Jan 9, 2009 · 24m Even though he has a hangover, Jon Bramley is determined to pull out all the stops. Fancying himself as a creative cook, he goes out on a limb, customising recipes.
- Episode 20: Coventry, Marie Hughes-Price Jan 9, 2009 · 23m Dinner party veteran Marie Hughes Price hopes her wealth of experience will bag her the prize. The preparation goes like clockwork, but not all the diners can keep the food down.
- Episode 21: Celebrity Special, Rodney Marsh Jan 12, 2009 · 23m
- Episode 22: Celebrity Special, Lesley Joseph Jan 13, 2009 · 24m
- Episode 23: Celebrity Special, Paul Ross Jan 14, 2009 · 23m
- Episode 24: Celebrity Special, Abi Titmuss Jan 15, 2009 · 23m
- Episode 25: Celebrity Special, Linda Lusardi Jan 16, 2009 · 24m
- Episode 26: Preston, Nigel Evans Jan 19, 2009 · 24m Arguably the most famous and beloved week in the history of the show, as some of the most eccentric and combustible contestants get together for an eventful run. The first night sees Nigel…
- Episode 27: Preston, Valerie Holliday Jan 20, 2009 · 24m It's eccentric Val's turn to host the dinner party, but the tensions of the first night still remain. Bernard's detailing of exotic foods causes Dawn to be sick, while Dawn's later…
- Episode 28: Preston, Bernard Dorsett Jan 21, 2009 · 24m Bernard hosts a Caribbean-themed evening, and presents a bouquet of flowers for both ladies by way of apology for his tantrums. But the guests confess they're on edge after his previous…
- Episode 29: Preston, Dawn Barry Jan 22, 2009 · 24m A tired and emotional Dawn falls asleep during her own dinner event, and leaves the cooking to Nigel. While arguably the most lauded and loved episode of the series, it would…
- Episode 30: Preston, Paul Morris Jan 23, 2009 · 24m After a week of arguments, upheavals and recriminations, it's left to Paul to host the most relaxed party of the week. There's a peaceful atmosphere for a change, and after the food…
- Episode 31: Ipswich, Zoë Condon Jan 26, 2009 · 24m The five contestants for this week, all from Ipswich, are: former pub landlady Zoë Condon, who is straightforward about her opinions toward meals; insurance claims technician Barry Davis…
- Episode 32: Ipswich, Barry Davis Jan 27, 2009 · 24m Leading into the second dinner, four of the five participants discuss the one remaining person as the most immature of the group (despite they all being about the same age), the immaturity…
- Episode 33: Ipswich, Angie Robertson Jan 28, 2009 · 24m Narrator Dave Lamb feels compelled to tell Angie to shut up during her musical night, as she won't stop singing. While Angie's food goes well, her entertainment makes half her guests feel…
- Episode 34: Ipswich, Lisa Quinton Jan 29, 2009 · 24m The falling out between Angie and Zoë is the main topic of conversation following last night's dinner, especially by Angie and Zoë, the former who finally has come to realization that Zoë…
- Episode 35: Ipswich, Gerard King Jan 30, 2009 · 24m The on-going rift between Angie and Zoë is still playing on the minds of all the diners. The fact of Gerard King being the next and last to host may ease everyone's minds about the rift as…
- Episode 36: London, Judi Lembke Feb 2, 2009 · 23m Five nights in London begin with American-Swedish journalist Judi. Her four chatty guests are lawyer Lisa, schoolteacher Peter, office manager Moni and product manager Matthew.
- Episode 37: London, Lisa Connell Feb 3, 2009 · 24m The guests from last night's dinner discuss their chances of winning in light of the quality of the first party. Lisa Connell is the next to host the dinner party, she who is concerned…
- Episode 38: London, Peter Rixham Feb 4, 2009 · 24m The guests are still discussing the wine spilling incident from last night, Judi, the supposed culprit, still not quite admitting to it being her fault. Peter Rixham is third on the list…
- Episode 39: London, Moni Bharij Feb 5, 2009 · 22m Moni Bharij is the hostess for the evening. Most of her guests expect that she will go to her Indian roots both for the menu and any additional table décor. They aren't wrong, but are…
- Episode 40: London, Matthew Baker Feb 6, 2009 · 23m The five reflect on the four new friends they have out of this experience, many no longer caring if they win the top prize. Matthew Baker is the last of this fivesome to host. He believes…
- Episode 41: Manchester, Dave Wheeler Feb 9, 2009 · 23m Joker Dave Wheeler starts off a week in Manchester with a night of sophisticated humour - a fake turd and a fart machine. When Dave's food goes badly, it's left to his entertainment to try…
- Episode 42: Manchester, Matthew Nichols Feb 10, 2009 · 23m Drama teacher Matthew is the second host of the week, with a meticulously-planned menu. Unfortunately Dave takes centre stage once again, bringing up the subject of Shaida's age and never…
- Episode 43: Manchester, Jane Bates Feb 11, 2009 · 23m Celebrity fan Jane plans an "Oscar Night", with all courses based around film, and "paparazzi" to snap her guests as they arrive on a red carpet. With the diners suitably impressed by the…
- Episode 44: Manchester, Shaida Shipping Feb 12, 2009 · 23m The five competitors discuss how well they have all gotten along so far, with the exception of one person who they feel is the outsider, who isn't aware of this perception. Shaida Shipping…
- Episode 45: Manchester, Chris Brady Feb 13, 2009 · 23m The four previous hosts reflect on their respective evenings. Shaida has come to the realization of her outsider status among the group. Chris Brady is the last of this fivesome to host…
- Episode 46: Celebrity Special: All In One Feb 15, 2009 · 48m Christopher Biggins, Edwina Currie, Julia Bradbury and Philip Olivier all compete to win £1000 for charity. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in August the same year.
- Episode 47: Sunderland, Tony Griffiths Feb 16, 2009 · 23m Guests discover if you can buy class when nightclub owner Tony invites them to his huge house, complete with £26,000 chandelier - and serves them a '70s style menu. Barrister Anthony…
- Episode 48: Sunderland, Bernice Saltzer Feb 17, 2009 · 23m The four guests from the previous evening assess their chances of winning based on first host Tony's performance. Bernice Saltzer is second on the list to host the dinner party. She is…
- Episode 49: Sunderland, Ashley Hughes Feb 18, 2009 · 23m Ashley Hughes is third on the list to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of salmon and tarragon mousse as the starter, beef medallions with a Stilton crust (and sea bass for kosher…
- Episode 50: Sunderland, Anthony Merton-Smith Feb 19, 2009 · 23m Anthony Merton-Smith is the host for the evening. His guests are expecting great things from him as the "posh" one of the group, but as he has not divulged much information about himself…
- Episode 51: Sunderland, Roy Ledger Feb 20, 2009 · 24m All five of the diners, even the person whose night it was to host, comment on the totally unusual aspect of one of the dinner parties. But that night promises not to hold a candle to Roy…
- Episode 52: Celebrity Special: All In One Feb 22, 2009 · 48m A celebrity special featuring Raef Bjayou, Christopher Ellison, Lynne Franks and Michelle Gayle competing over four separate nights for charity. The week was later shown as four separate…