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 11

Episode 11

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Marcus has been told to expect the unexpected when it comes to local beef.

The British people are proud of their beef dishes, and the French are too. Steak frites is a national institution, but in Provence, Marcus is expecting something a little different.

There is plenty of amazing food in Provence, but one special ingredient in particular garners a lot of excitement when seen on the menu: beef. It is something the UK is known for, but when it comes to beef in this part of France, Marcus has been told to expect something a little different to the norm.

Marcus is meeting his neighbour Jerome at his restaurant for a lesson in local boeuf and is surprised to learn that the speciality around here is, in fact, bull. Jerome takes Marcus to a bull farm on the outskirts of town, where he is a little apprehensive to meet the herd, but he quickly learns that these aren’t like the huge bulls in the UK. Here, they are actually quite small and are a breed of cattle that has been eaten in Provence for hundreds of years.

Never one to shy away from a competition, Marcus invites Jerome and the bull farmers for a steak sandwich cook-off, beef versus bull, to see which one reigns supreme. Before he takes on the challenge, Marcus needs to get familiar with the beef in Provence. He meets up with a local cook to make the region’s most famous stew: daube de boeuf, a delicious, simple and hearty dish that makes even the cheapest cuts of beef taste luxurious. Then it is time for the steak sandwich cook-off... which meat will be crowned the winner, beef or bull?

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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