Marcus Wareing Simply Provence

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The renowned chef celebrates the south of France, unlocking the secrets of simple cuisine.

A feast for the senses. The Michelin-starred chef celebrates the south of France, unlocking the secrets of simple, seasonal cuisine - and adding a British twist to the classics.

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Marcus Wareing Simply Provence: Series 1: Episode 12

Episode 12

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Can Marcus create a Wareing version of herbes de Provence?

Herbes de Provence is famous. But with no UK equivalent, Marcus wants to create his own simple dried herb mix to rival this French classic and turn any dull dish into a tasty meal.

There are simple ingredients in the cupboards and gardens of British homes that can economically transform a humdrum dish into a flavourful feast: herbs. Where would tomatoes be without basil? Curry without coriander? And lamb without mint? In Provence, they have created their own signature blend of herbs and put it in pretty much everything: herbes de Provence. With no equivalent in Britain, Marcus wants to create his own simple mix that will not only rival this French classic but turn any dull dish into a truly tasty treat.

Marcus starts with a visit to the local herb shop, where he discovers that, despite it being the flower of Provence, lavender is not used in the famous dried herb mix. However, it is one of Marcus’s favourite herbs, so he can’t resist adding it to his own recipe. He then tries this flavour combination out on some local chefs in the town. First Natasha, who uses it in her super simple breaded root vegetable recipe, and then Patrick, who agrees to try it with his flambéed lamb.

The final test is using it to create a meal for the owner of the herb shop to see if he will agree to sell Marcus’s mix.

Marcus Wareing Simply Provence: Series 1

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Marcus Wareing is in Provence, discovering the secrets of simple French food. He cooks delicious dishes, enjoys friendly rivalries and shares tips to help create a taste of Provence.

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