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 accused of neglecting three of his guests. Air Date : 19th-Jan-2009

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 drinking throughout? Air Date : 5th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 throughout, especially from Brenda. Air Date : 5th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 proves to be a topic that she won't drop. Air Date : 5th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 be a success? Air Date : 5th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 artist Christopher allow anyone else chance to talk? Air Date : 6th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 their initial perception? Air Date : 6th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 a more serious tone she reveals more about herself. Air Date : 6th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 "piss poor", then what will his guests think? Air Date : 6th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 isn't there, and tensions are already in the air. Air Date : 7th-Jan-2009  Read More

"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 diners begin to rise to the surface. Air Date : 7th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 7th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 7th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 Air Date : 8th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 Air Date : 8th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 8th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 8th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 9th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 Air Date : 9th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 9th-Jan-2009  Read More

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. Air Date : 9th-Jan-2009  Read More

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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 accused of neglecting three of his guests. Air Date : 19th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 discussion of a holiday sees Bernard throw a tantrum. Air Date : 20th-Jan-2009  Read More

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 behaviour, and no one is in the mood to party. Air Date : 21st-Jan-2009  Read More

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 retrospectively have a downbeat air four years later. Air Date : 22nd-Jan-2009  Read More

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 generally goes down well, it's time to reveal the winner. Air Date : 23rd-Jan-2009  Read More

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, who is overly opinionated about what he likes and doesn't like about people; butcher Gerard King, who likes the fun in theatrical people; waitress Lisa Quinton, who detests dirt, either in her surroundings (especially her home and that of others she visits) or people; and school matron Angie Robertson, who's a musical theater fanatic who will sing at any opportunity she can. Zoë Condon is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of gratinéed potatoes with bacon and asparagus as the starter, a shellfish platter as the main course, and strawberries in Pimms jelly with Cointreau ice cream for dessert. Besides the food, the five seem to get along. Does the congenial atmosphere of the evening set the tone for things to come for the rest of the week? Air Date : 26th-Jan-2009  Read More