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Jimmy Carr and Ewan Venters

Season 1, Ep. 3

Welcome to the third episode of Spooning with Mark Wogan.


In this episode, Mark Wogan is joined by Jimmy Carr and CEO of ArtFarm, Ewan Venters, who both chat about their favourite and least favourite Christmas foods as we build up to the holiday season.


Plus, we have a Mince Pie taste test between Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and Sainsbury's. And find out the best way to eat caviar.


Ewan's new shop, The Farm & Butcher Shop is open now on South Audley Street in Mayfair.


This podcast was recorded at The Mount Street Restaurant in Mayfair with dishes cooked by Executive Chef James Shears.


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Filming: Rory Edwards and Chris Jacobs

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