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Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Thu 17^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Thu 24^th Dec 2015, 03:00 on BBC Two England

James Martin shares his secrets for Christmas home cooking. James creates recipes packed full of goodness to help you recover from festive overindulgence! Show more

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Glynn Purnell
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

Home Comforts at Christmas

Episode 4: A Taste of Christmas Past

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Thu 10^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Thu 17^th Dec 2015, 01:30 on BBC Two HD

James Martin takes a trip down memory lane and recreates festive feasts inspired by his childhood. He is joined by racing driver Mark Webber.

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Mark Webber
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Home Comforts at Christmas

Episode 5: 'Tis the Season

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 11^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Fri 18^th Dec 2015, 01:15 on BBC Two Scotland

James Martin uses seasonal ingredients in fresh dishes, from a mussel, pumpkin and saffron soup to a Christmas casserole. He is joined by Charlie Dimmock. Show more

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Charlie Dimmock
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Home Comforts at Christmas

Episode 8: Boxing Day Brunch

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Wed 16^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: Sat 26^th Dec 2015, 11:30 on BBC One Wales

James Martin shares his secrets for Christmas home cooking, transforming Christmas leftovers into dishes that are simple to prepare and great to eat! Show more

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Denise Lewis
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Episode 7: New Year's Knees Up

Duration: 43 minutes

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First broadcast: Tue 15^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: Sun 31^st Dec 2023, 11:30 on BBC Two Northern Ireland

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James Martin shares his secrets for Christmas home cooking. New Year parties need canapes, a great big one-pot dish and a show-stopping dessert. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Charley Boorman
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Episode 3: Christmas Classics

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Wed 9^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Sun 3^rd Dec 2023, 12:30 on BBC Two Wales HD

James Martin brings together a classic collection of festive recipes to satisfy comfort food cravings.

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Michel Roux
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Home Comforts at Christmas

Episode 1: Miraculous Make Aheads

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: Mon 7^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Sun 3^rd Dec 2023, 12:00 on BBC Two Wales HD

TV chef James Martin gets ahead for Christmas, providing lots of clever tips and tricks to save time and stress on the big day.

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Michael Parkinson
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Episode 6: Christmas Presents

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: Mon 14^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Sun 10^th Dec 2023, 11:00 on BBC Two Northern Ireland

James Martin shares his secrets for Christmas home cooking and making gourmet gifts, with special guest Mary Berry. Show more

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Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Mary Berry
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Home Comforts at Christmas

Episode 2: Christmas Can Do

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Tue 8^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: Sun 24^th Dec 2023, 09:25 on BBC Two Wales

James Martin shows how to make impressive puds, Christmas Eve suppers and magnificent mains, and is joined by Helen Skelton.

Contributors

Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Helen Skelton
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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Episode 10: The Big Day

Duration: 43 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 18^th Dec 2015, 15:40 on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: Sun 24^th Dec 2023, 10:10 on BBC Two Wales

James Martin shares his secrets for Christmas home cooking. James shares a stress-free plan for the big day, pulling together the perfect Christmas meal for a crowd. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:: James Martin
Participant:: Annie Gray
Participant:: Ivan Day
Interviewed Guest:: Paul Ainsworth
Executive Producer:: Jeff Anderson
Series Producer:: Nicola Kingscote
Director:: Alex Parkinson

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