Maggie Beer
The Cook and the Chef (2006)
Season 3
The Cook and the Chef was an Australian television series featuring cook Maggie Beer and chef Simon Bryant. The Cook and the Chef was screened on ABC1 and was filmed in the Barossa Valley, South Australia. In July 2009, Maggie and Simon announced they had decided to end the series after four years. The Finale aired on 16 September 2009 with "Party" as the theme of the episode.
Released Feb. 8, 2006
Episode 30 min
2+
S3E1 - Raspberries + Barramundi
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Feb. 13, 2008, midnight
S3E2 - Crocs + Honey
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Feb. 20, 2008, midnight
S3E3 - Fish + Crabs
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Feb. 27, 2008, midnight
S3E4 - Mangoes + Cheese
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March 5, 2008, midnight
S3E5 - Herbs + Pearls
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March 12, 2008, midnight
S3E6 - Jackfruit + Goat
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March 19, 2008, midnight
S3E7 - Lamb + Cockles
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March 26, 2008, midnight
S3E8 - Darwin Market + Sea Cucumber
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April 2, 2008, midnight
S3E9 - Chocolate + Lamb
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April 9, 2008, midnight
S3E10 - Food for Kids
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April 16, 2008, midnight
S3E11 - Oats + Goats Cheese
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April 23, 2008, midnight
S3E12 - Pepper + Salt
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April 30, 2008, midnight
S3E13 - Trout + Egg
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May 7, 2008, midnight
S3E14 - Bush Tucker + Buffalo Mozzarella
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May 14, 2008, midnight
S3E15 - A Diabetic Diet
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May 21, 2008, midnight
S3E16 - Dried Food + Eels
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May 28, 2008, midnight
S3E17 - Quince & Pork
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June 4, 2008, midnight
S3E18 - 100th Special
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June 11, 2008, midnight
S3E19 - Land of the Long White Cloud
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June 18, 2008, midnight
S3E20 - New Zealand Kumara + Venison
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June 25, 2008, midnight
S3E21 - New Zealand Salmon + Wasabi
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July 2, 2008, midnight
S3E22 - Olives & Mussels
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July 9, 2008, midnight
S3E23 - Feijoa & Kiwi Fruit
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July 16, 2008, midnight
S3E24 - Lamb & Saffron
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July 23, 2008, midnight
S3E25 - Root Veg & Guinea Fowl
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July 30, 2008, midnight
S3E26 - Fish
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Aug. 6, 2008, midnight
S3E27 - Cauliflower + Passionfruit
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Aug. 13, 2008, midnight
S3E28 - Limes + Rice
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Aug. 20, 2008, midnight
S3E29 - Brussels Sprouts + Avocado
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Aug. 27, 2008, midnight
S3E30 - Lemon Myrtle + Pizzas
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Sept. 3, 2008, midnight
S3E31 - Coffee + Macadamia Nuts
This week take a trip with Maggie to the stunning sub tropical hinterland of Northern New South Wales where she explores a macadamia plantation and sips locally grown coffee. In the kitchen Maggie and Simon use our native bush nut and coffee to create both savoury and sweet delights. A special treat for Vegans is Simon's Vegan Laksa.
Sept. 23, 2008, midnight
S3E32 - Cheese + Crabs
When it comes to fine cheeses we’re spoilt for choice in Australia, there are over one hundred different varieties being produced by Cheese Wright’s all around the country.
Sept. 30, 2008, midnight
S3E33 - Bananas + Artichokes
Maggie goes bananas this week, travelling to the Tweed Valley in northern New South Wales to discover the unique qualities that this area provides for the growers of this popular fruit.
Oct. 8, 2008, midnight
S3E34 - Cooking in a Restaurant
When it comes to cooking with wine, Simon and Maggie follow the golden rule: "if you wouldn’t drink it, don't put it in your food!" As they both whip up delicious wine-based dishes, Simon also takes us behind the scenes of a busy hotel kitchen and Maggie shares her secrets for stress-free rabbit.
Oct. 15, 2008, midnight
S3E35 - Anlaby - A Country Homestead
Tonight Maggie replicates beautiful lamb pies that she created for a charity event, while Simon gives shepherd’s pie a vegetarian spin. Also on the menu is chocolate and lots of it, with a wicked chocolate ganache tart and a light, chocolate soufflé.
Oct. 22, 2008, midnight
S3E36 - Produce of Two Islands
Produce from Tasmania and Kangaroo Island features on tonight's program.
Simon travels to Hobart on the hunt for some green tea, while Maggie
soak's up some spirits on South Australia's Kangaroo Island.
Oct. 29, 2008, midnight
S3E37 - Lobster & Mushrooms
Tonight Maggie and Simon demonstrate two different and very delicious ways to use Southern Rock Lobster before making the most of a selection of mouth watering mushrooms. Kangaroo Island is one of Maggie’s favourite destinations, its magnificent coastline and pristine waters provide an abundance of superb seafood for the locals.
Nov. 5, 2008, midnight
S3E38 - Seaweed & Scallops
What is it about Tasmania that makes its seafood so great? Is it the clarity of the water that surrounds the island state, its coldness, or the ingenuity of the locals? Simon visited recently to find out and met a couple of young scallop fishermen and some unusual seaweed divers.
Nov. 12, 2008, midnight
S3E39 - Beetroot & Pepper
Tonight Maggie and Simon demonstrate how to bring out the best of the brilliant beetroot, and then spice up some delicious dishes with Native Tasmanian Pepper berry.
Nov. 19, 2008, midnight
S3E40 - Christmas Holidays
It’s almost the holiday season on the Cook & the Chef and Maggie & Simon prepare for Christmas. From fruit mince to turkey burgers this is a culinary treat for all the family.
Nov. 26, 2008, midnight
Network: ABC TV
Episode Runtime: 30 min.
Season Runtime: 4620 min.
Released: Feb. 8, 2006
Last Air Date: Sept. 15, 2009, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR / 2+
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