About this season
This show was Oliver's television debut, and was noted for its use of jumpy, close-up camera work, and the presenter's "Mockney" dialect and relaxed style—for example, Oliver would tear up herbs rather than chopping. The programme was credited with inspiring men to cook due to Oliver's "blokey" approach. Each episode was notionally based around a social situation or event in Oliver's life, such as a hen night or babysitting his cousins.
Episodes (9)
1. Reunion
Aired 12 April 2000 • 30 min
Jamie plans a reunion supper for Tim, a friend from the restaurant where Jamie got his first break. He makes a Mozzarella and Leaf Salad with Peaches and Prosciutto, Roasted Sea Bream with a Salsa Verde side, and a Chocolate Nut Torte.
2. Girls, Girls, Girls
Aired 26 April 2000 • 30 min
Jamie's girlfriend, Jules, has planned a girls' night out clubbing and persuades him to join them. At the night's end, Jamie makes a breakfast of Risotto with Peas, Mint and Prawns, and finishes everything off with a delicious Chocolate Pot.
3. A Perfect Day
Aired 3 May 2000 • 30 min
Jamie Oliver's idea of a perfect day is to go-carting with the lads, followed by a romantic dinner for two. Faced instead with a feast for hungry racers, Jamie makes carpaccio of beef with chili, ginger, radish, soy sauce, accompanied by a Thai noodle salad.
4. Going to the Dogs
Aired 10 May 2000 • 30 min
Jamie and some mates head into north-east London to spend the evening greyhound racing at Walthamstow's famous dog track. Jamie makes Farfalle with Savoy Cabbage, Pancetta, Pine Nuts and Mozzarella. Plus, Tray-baked Pork Chops with Herb Potatoes and Parsnips.
5. Picnic on the Pier
Aired 17 May 2000 • 30 min
Jamie entertains his two young cousins with a day out at the British seaside. He packs a picnic basket with "Fantastic" Roast Chicken, Moroccan Chickpea Flatbread with Marinated Couscous and Grilled Vegetable Salad, and refreshing smoothies for dessert.
6. A Bun in the Oven
Aired 24 May 2000 • 30 min
Jamie's sister and her husband are popping round for a celebratory supper (Jamie is going to become an uncle). On the menu is fish pie, steamed carrots, watercress salad, and sponge cake with peaches.
7. A Birthday Barbecue
Aired 31 May 2000 • 30 min
Jamie's throws his best buddy from Australia, Ben, a party to remember with an indoor BBQ. On the menu are Boiled Potatoes with Avocado and Watercress Salad and more.
8. Wedding Bells
Aired 7 June 2000 • 30 min
Before Jamie and Jules' wedding, they throw a feast for their families. Menu: Linguine with Pancetta, Clams and White Wine, Salmon Wrapped in Prosciutto, Served Lentils, Baby Spinach and Yogurt Dressing, Baked Fennel with Garlic and Vermouth, and Passion Fruit and Campari.
9. Episode 9
Aired 14 June 2000