A Bite to Eat with Alice Season 2, Episode 11: Maggie Beer

1

Matt Preston

Alice makes a dish inspired by her mother for the much-loved cravat-wearing cook... Matt Preston! Matt shows Alice the trick to the perfect braise, and we discover that Matt is a romantic at heart!

27 min

2

Gina Chick

Author and wild woman Gina Chick stops by and together she and Alice tackle a whole snapper. Alice forages ingredients from her fridge cooking her Fridge Forage Minestrone for Gina.

28 min

3

Rhys Nicholson

In this love story episode, Alice whips up a wedding canape inspired by her own wedding day, for comedian Rhys Nicholson.

27 min

4

Mary Coustas

Alice attempts to impress comedian Mary Coustas, AKA Greek goddess Effie, with a modern take on a Greek classic. So, wax your moustache, call up your cousins and grab the hairspray... boofheads!

27 min

5

Bob Murphy

AFL legend turned breakfast radio host Bob Murphy drops in and he and Alice elevate the humble meat and three veg he grew up on. Also, Alice finds out if Bob can handle the heat in the kitchen, as well as he did on the field!

27 min

6

Denise Scott

Comedy legend Denise Scott joins Alice in the kitchen. Before she arrives, Alice whips up an '80s classic - the scotch egg. Denise pops in with a basket full of vegetables asking Alice to help her fall back in love with them.

29 min

7

Lawrence Mooney

Alice transports Comedian Lawrence Mooney's tastebuds to Italy with her Italian Fisherman Soup, and Lawrence causes havoc in Alice's kitchen as together they make her Handy Chocolate Cake.

29 min

8

Zan Rowe

Alice roasts up some spuds for much loved music journalist and TV presenter Zan Rowe. Zan confides in Alice her fear of cooking lamb and together they combine Zan's love of Italian cuisine with lamb.

28 min

9

Mark Watson

Alice takes baked beans to the next level for her UK comedian guest, and newly cooking convert, Mark Watson. Together Alice and Mark smash up a classic UK comfort meal, bangers and mash.

28 min

10

Taj Aldeeb

Alice makes a sweet treat, inspired by composer Beethoven's love of apples, for classical musician and ABC radio host Taj Aldeeb. Also, Taj and Alice put a beany twist on the classic shawarma.

28 min

11

Maggie Beer

Queen of the kitchen and the Barossa Maggie Beer joins Alice as they honour dried fruits that Maggie is famous for with two delicious fruity recipes.

28 min

12

Leisel Jones

Alice and Australian sporting royalty, Olympic swimmer Leisel Jones recreate an unforgettable curry dish that transports Leisel back to a solo Bali trip.

28 min

13

Matt Okine

Actor, comedian and foodie triple threat Matt Okine drops in. Alice puts her own spin on a festival favourite - the burger! And things get messy when Matt gives Alice a hand making hand pulled noodles.

27 min

14

Daniel Henshall

Alice whips up her Roast Pumpkin with Miso and Pepita Furikaki for her dip loving, award-winning actor guest, Daniel Henshall, and Daniel arrives at Alice's door with a bag of mussels in his hand.

28 min

15

Chloe Petts

Alice puts a twist on a pastry classic before her guest, UK comic and football lover Chloe Petts arrives. Together, they make a comforting tomato-ey soup, and Chloe waxes lyrically about... bread.

28 min

16

Kitty Flanagan

Award winning comedian, writer and actor Kitty Flanagan gets inspired by Alice cooking both sweet and savoury veggies. Kitty only recently fell in love with mushrooms, so Alice treats her to a homemade mushie soup to die for.

29 min

17

Eddie Perfect

Alice turns the humble iceberg lettuce on its head to make a salad for musician, actor and playwriter, Eddie Perfect. Once Eddie arrives, they make the 'perfect' fish pie together - in memory of his childhood fish 'n' chips.

28 min

18

Sara Pascoe

UK comedian Sara Pascoe flies in for a vegan feast with Alice. Having been a vegan since she was a child but now calling herself a 'loose' vegan since becoming a mother, Sarah loves curries and chickpeas.

28 min

19

Nat's What I Reckon

Aussie home cook turned cultural phenomenon, Nat's What I Reckon, drops by to continue his war against processed and jarred sauces. Alice surprises him with a dish that champions his favourite ingredient - garlic!

28 min

20

Ivan Aristeguieta

Ivan Aristeguieta has been making Aussies laugh for a decade. He and Alice cook an Aussie classic with a South American twist and Alice surprises Ivan with a sweet treat that is easy to customise.

27 min

21

Kathy Lette

Alice makes a dish inspired by a retro Aussie snack made famous by her guest, celebrated author and Aussie ex-pat, Kathy Lette. Kathy teaches Alice how to throw an extravagant dinner party as they cook a seafood dish.

29 min

22

Elizabeth Chong

In this heartwarming episode, Australia's Queen of Chinese cooking Elizabeth Chong shares a fusion recipe close to her heart with her mother's macaroni dish. And Alice treats Elizabeth to a sweet dish special to her.

28 min

23

Geraldine Hickey

Comedian Geraldine Hickey and Alice celebrate a divisive flavour, the controversial herb, coriander. Geraldine reminisces about her family's lamb roast, as together in the kitchen they whip up a minty lamb favourite.

28 min

24

Danielle Walker

Comedian and actress Danielle Walker drops by - can Alice change her mind about an underused nightshade she finds "slimy"? Plus, Alice whips up a sweet chocolate treat with a molten centre.

28 min

25

Jo Weston

Commonwealth Games gold-medal-winning netballer Jo Weston drops by and she and Alice turn a fruity dessert on its head as they get baking in the kitchen. Alice surprises her with a nutty treat, as Jo is nuts over nuts!

27 min

26

Rhonda Burchmore

Singing, dancing and acting cabaret queen Rhonda Burchmore twirls into the kitchen. Alice discovers Rhonda's other passion is fishing. So together they cook up a whole founder together - a meal fit for a dancing queen.

28 min

27

Rick Davies

Boy next door Aussie actor Rick Davies joins Alice as they fuse two of his favourite cuisines with an Australian/Japanese dish, and Alice shows him that dill and capers can be delicious.

28 min

28

Marlon Williams

Alice surprises New Zealand crooner and actor Marlon Williams with a sneaky midnight treat in memory of his favourite childhood book - a delicious sanga worthy of a post-gig late night snack.

27 min

29

Nornie Bero

Alice takes a trip to the Torres Strait Islands with chef Nornie Bero. Alice makes banana bread out of bits and bobs from the pantry. And Nornie champions native ingredients in a seafood dish straight from her childhood.

27 min

30

John Pearce

Alice cooks up some soupy hot potatoes for purple Wiggle, John Pearce. Alice and John go all in with one of John's favourite Filipino ingredients, snake beans. And Alice finds out what makes John so big and strong... veggies!

28 min

31

Ruva Ngwenya

Musical theatre leading lady Ruva Ngwenya joins Alice and together they cook a tray bake in harmony. Alice creates a comforting, creamy pasta dish without the cream which is sure to strike the right chord with Ruva.

29 min

32

Brian Nankervis

Alice makes a comforting curry soup for her guest, TV and radio host Brian Nankervis. Alice and Brian transform a classic sweet dish into a savoury one. And Brian reveals why birthday cake was banned in his house, growing up.

29 min

33

Tony Tan

Australia's most respected culinary teacher, Tony Tan teaches Alice a thing or two in her kitchen. And Alice welcomes Tony with a sweet cookie that strikes a chord.

28 min

34

Georgie Carroll

Alice surprises comedian Georgie Carroll with a healthy jalapeno falafel dish. Georgie reveals to Alice how she decided to give nursing the chop, while Alice attempts to prove that chilli non carne can be delicious.

29 min

35

Nina Oyama

Alice and star of comedy and screens, Nina Oyama, throw a Make Your Own Sushi party inspired by Nina's Japanese heritage.

29 min

36

Rhys Nicholson Returns

There's no 'fowl' play in Alice's kitchen today, when comedian Rhys Nicholson pops past and they put a nutritious spin on fried chicken with Alice.

28 min

37

Colin Lane

Alice whips up a quick tasty chicken tenders dish for her guest, comedian Colin Lane. Together they evoke memories of Colin's mum with Alice's modern version of a retro dessert.

27 min

38

Andrew Gaze

Legendary Australian basketballer, Andrew Gaze visits Alice in the kitchen. Alice reveals the secret to the perfect risotto, in honour of Andrew's time spent playing basketball in Italy.

28 min

39

Erik Thomson

Australian actor Erik Thomson joins Alice as together they make a warming one pot braise and Bannock bread that celebrates Erik's rich tapestry. And Alice treats Erik to cookies and milk - a treat he still loves today.

27 min

40

Carly Findlay

Appearance activist and award-winning writer, Carly Findlay joins Alice with a bunch of home-grown silver beat perfect for a scrunch pie. Alice surprises Carly with a vibrant salad as a shout out to Carly's love of colour.

27 min

41

Luke McGregor

Alice is challenged by quirky comedian, Luke McGregor. Can she impress him with a no-cream, creamy soup... and can she tempt him to eat cauliflower? She has two delicious recipes up her sleeve to give it a red-hot go!

28 min

42

Karen Martini

Alice whips up a delicious pudding as a nod to celebrated Melbourne chef, Karen Martini's love of oranges. And in return, Karen cooks Alice a fab dish with her favourite ingredient, fennel.

28 min

43

Tim Campbell

Alice is challenged by the talented singing and dancing Tim Campbell - who dislikes fish but loves Thai. Does Alice have the perfect fish patty recipe to win him over?

28 min

44

Dave Thornton

Alice helps TV allrounder Dave Thornton overcome his aversion to cooking steak. And she pays homage to his Dutch heritage, surprising him with her version of his Oma's traditional sweet spicy bikky delight.

28 min

45

Ariarne Titmus

Olympic swimming champion Ariarne Titmus tries her hand at a gluten free version of ravioli, and Alice tries her hand at winning her over with a savoury version of Ariarne's much loved porridge.

27 min

46

Nazeem Hussain

Alice whips up banana chocolate hotcakes for self-confessed chocoholic, and comedian Nazeem Hussain. And things get spicy when Nazeem and Alice create a classic One Tray Korean Japchae with the addition of chilli.

28 min

47

Belinda Jeffrey

Alice is joined by author and chef Belinda Jeffery and her rolling pin! Alice embraces Belinda's love of eggplant with a delicious dip, and Belinda cooks up a delicious crostata with fresh berries.

28 min

48

Matt Okine

Actor, comedian and foodie Matt Okine drops by. Alice puts spin on the burger, then things get messy when Matt and Alice give stretching hand pulled noodles a go - a dish Matt has always wanted to learn how to make.

28 min

49

Nadine Garner

Alice makes an easy cheesy arancini for her Italian cuisine loving guest, celebrated Australian actor, Nadine Garner. And Alice encourages Nadine to rethink sausages!

27 min

50

Anisa Nanduala

Alice makes up a decadent and nutritious slice for poet, comedian, and peanut enthusiast, Anisa Nanduala. Together, they make a comforting one pot braise chicken dish and Anisa treats Alice to a Ugandan delicacy.

27 min