Episodes
1. Series 1, Show 1
7.0
August 14, 1994
30 min
After a toad in the hole masterclass from chef John Torode, the four cooks try their hand.
2. Series 1, Show 2
7.0
August 21, 1994
30 min
After a Thai chicken cakes masterclass from John Torode, the four cooks try their hand.
3. Series 1, Show 3
7.0
August 28, 1994
30 min
After a masterclass in the perfect pear tart from John Torode, it's the four cooks' turns.
4. Series 1, Show 4
7.0
September 4, 1994
30 min
After a berry pudding masterclass from top chef John Torode, the four cooks have a bash.
5. Series 1, Show 5
7.0
September 11, 1994
30 min
In the first quarter-final, four heat winners compete to be the best cook in the country.
6. Series 1, Show 6
September 18, 1994
30 min
Four aspiring chefs compete for a place in the quarter-final.
7. Series 1, Show 7
September 25, 1994
30 min
Four aspiring chefs compete for a place in the quarter-final.
8. Series 1, Show 8
October 2, 1994
30 min
The chefs receive a Middle Eastern masterclass in kebabs and hummus with Nadia Sawalha.
9. Series 1, Show 9
October 9, 1994
30 min
The chefs receive a scrumptious masterclass in sponge pudding.
10. Series 1, Show 10
October 23, 1994
30 min
In the second quarter-final, four heat winners compete to be the best cook in the country.
11. Series 1, Show 11
October 30, 1994
30 min
The four remaining chefs must cook lunch for Doctor Who and his companion.
Guest Stars:
Caroline Waldegrave
12. Series 1, Show 12
November 6, 1994
30 min
They must prepare lunch for pop band JLS. Will their food be a hit with the boys?