The Hairy Bikers' Best of British

Episode 2

Bread

The Bikers explore how our love affair with bread has evolved over centuries.

Episode 3

Vegetarian

The Bikers explore the history behind the vegetarian society.

Episode 4

British Waterways

Si and Dave explore the amazing food available in our British waterways

Episode 5

Recession

The Bikers discover how necessity often forced British cooks to pull out all the stops.

Episode 6

War

The Bikers explore how the British have managed to create fantastic dishes even at times of war, when food is often scarce, and try their hand at rabbit stew and carrot cake.

Episode 7

Picnics

The Bikers take a look at Britain's national love of picnics, celebrating classics such as the cornish pasty and the scotch egg, and baking a luxurious dundee cake.

Episode 8

Times a Plenty

The Bikers continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here, they go gourmet with lobster, truffles, chocolate and the best cuts of meat on offer.

Episode 9

A Taste of the Med

Si and Dave continue their journey through time, celebrating British food. Here they look at how the flavours of the Mediterranean have influenced British cuisine.

Episode 10

Cookbooks

The Bikers cook dishes from their favourite cookbooks and meet food historian Ivan Day.

Episode 11

Foraging

The bikers take to the undergrowth in search of delicious free food.

Episode 12

Island Life

The Bikers look at fish, shellfish and the history of Billingsgate Market.

Episode 13

Pub Grub

Si and Dave explore the history behind the boom in pub food and snacks.

Episode 14

Preserving

The bikers explore how some of our tastiest treats have evolved from a need to preserve.

Episode 15

Puddings

The bikers create some classic puddings and explore the history behind our favourites.

Episode 16

Slow Food

It's worth cooking ingredients to perfection - however long it may take.

Episode 17

Beer and Cider

The duo explore how our love affair with Beer and Cider has evolved over centuries.

Episode 18

Pies

The hairy duo discover the history behind some of the nation's most iconic pies.

Episode 19

Takeaways

Si and Dave explore how Britain's love affair with takeaway food has evolved.

Episode 20

Sweet Tooth

Sii and Dave explore how the British love affair with sugar has evolved over centuries.

Episode 21

Food Festivals

The Hairy Bikers look at all the food festivals in the calendar that allow the British to indulge.

Episode 22

Game

The bikers create mouth-watering dishes with rabbit, grouse and venison.

Episode 23

Spices

The duo explore the origins of Britain's favourite spices and visit a chilli festival.

Episode 24

High Tea

High tea is a truly British invention, and the bikers can't resist a mid-afternoon snack.

Episode 25

Breakfast

Si and Dave look at how our morning meal continues to change and evolve through time.

Episode 26

Nation of Gardeners

Britain's skill at growing veg has inspired some amazing dishes. Si and Dave take a look at them.

Episode 27

Weddings

The Bikers explore how the foodie customs associated with wedding ceremonies have evolved.

Episode 28

Food Pairings

The Bikers explore how certain British ingredients combine to make classic pairings.

Episode 29

Cheese

The Bikers explore how our love affair with cheese has evolved over centuries.

Episode 30

Feel Good Food

The Bikers explore how certain ingredients and recipes can make you feel good.