A little bit more from Andi and Miquita's lovely lunchtime chat with Restaurant Critic, Author and Podcast Host Jimi Famurewa, who brought his mother along for the feast. There's more conversation from around the table, plus an insight into the afternoon from the guests' perspective. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola and Tom Jenkins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Restaurant Critic, Author, Presenter and Podcast Host Jimi Famurewa joins Andi and Miquita at the table - and he's brought his amazing mum with him! The first time on the podcast...Special times all round as the two are treated to a new recipe of lamb and prune stew, fungee, roast cabbage and more, whilst Miquita serves up a potent hot buttered rum.The talk turns to heritage, ancestry, and duality, food, faith and culture - themes very prevalent in Jimi's book "Settlers" and in his own podcast "Where's Home Really?".Also - What does love look like? what's it like being a food critic? What was Jimi like as a child? And just how good is mum's jollof rice?All these questions, and more are answered in a gorgeous afternoon amongst friends.An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola and Tom Jenkins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More from Andi and Miquita's dinner with Hair Guru Charlotte Mensah, including a run through of both the hosts' changing hairstyles over the years, and of course more details on the food and drink recipes. Charlotte also tells us her thoughts on the afternoon, and there's more details about her charity called L.O.V.E. (Ladies of Visionary Empowerment), aimed at furthering education opportunities for young women in Africa. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hair stylist Charlotte Mensah joins Andi and Miquita for Fried Chicken, Pickled Okra, Green Coleslaw and Plantain Waffles. She is the founder and creative director of Hair Lounge, back in Andi and Miquita's old 'manor' of Portobello Road, and the first black woman to be inducted into the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame. Over a late lunch she talks about the shock of moving from Ghana to London as a child, doing Erykah Badu's hair, and her charity L.O.V.E (Ladies of Visionary Empowerment). And if you're wondering what Andi might do with her own hairstyle next, listen in for a scoop...An Offscript Production, and Yaya Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind the scenes of Andi and Miquita's interview with Nick Grimshaw and Meshach Henry. Along with more details of Andi's recipe, these essential questions are also answered - How did Miquita and Grammy meet? What went into Miquita's tea this week? Who is Grimmy's cooking inspiration? Who, out of the four of them, is 'a nightmare with a clipboard' when it comes to organised fun? And what was Miquita nearly called as a child?We're back with a new guest in the main episode on Thursday. In the meantime please follow us on Instagram @StirringItUp for more BTS action. An Offscript Production, and Yaya Production Produced by Tayo Popoola and Tom Jenkins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadcaster Nick Grimshaw joins Andi and Miquita for roast hake coconut curry, sweetcorn succotash, crispy okra, and plantain.He brings his fiancé, Dancer Meshach Henry.Over hibiscus tea, margaritas (and laughter of course), they discuss family, learning to write, youthful nights out, midnight mass, and Miquita's role in the couple's wedding plans.If you enjoy this episode, make sure you look out for "Extra Helpings" bonus episode, each and every Sunday.An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola and Tom Jenkins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More from Andi and Miquita's Sunday lunch with Actress Tamzin Outhwaite, and Producer Fi Cotter-Graig, including extra detail about Andi's recipe and Miquita's drink, more conversation from the main interview, and of course the reflections of Tamzin and Fi on their afternoon. An Offscript Production and Yaya Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress Tamzin Outhwaite joins Andi and Miquita to talk about her upbringing, professional life before, during and after the TV show “Eastenders”. She also discusses her love of a wellness retreat, and how their positive impact on her compelled her to start her community interest company called “We Free Women". Tamzin brings mutual friend, TV Producer Fi Cotter Craig.  Over BBQ sirloin, mixed potatoes, smoked garlic gravy, and spiced poached beetroot, the table also laugh their way through stories about drinking in LA, the wisdom of Cher and Audre Lorde. and end another meal toasting the joys of female friendship.   An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A look behind the scenes of Thursday's wonderful interview with the Poet Lemn Sissay, and his guest, Hairdresser Sabrina Kidd. Andi and Miquita bicker over tracksuit chic, Lemn arrives and destroys Andi's garden, and brings and unusual gift. Plus there's more conversation from the meal, and a heartfelt interview with Lemn and Sabrina on their friendship with Andi and Miquita, and their thoughts on the afternoon. An Offscript Production and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award winning poet Lemn Sissay joins Andi and Miquita over a meal of coconut rice, barbecued aubergine, spiced roast pumpkin and curried chicken. Lemn brings his good friend, hairdresser Subrina Kidd. , Lemn's beautiful new book, the joy of words, the meaning of community, the joy of service, and the importance of hair for identity are all discussed as a joyful lunch turned into a laughter filled evening. An Offscript Production, and Yaya Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

" Together, I'm just so proud of them, and I love them. They're just such good girls!" - Mel Blatt" They're so very comfortable with each other. I admire that!" - Shaznay LewisOn this week's Extra Helpings episode, we hear about the dinner from Mel and Shaznay. Plus of course there's bonus chat that wasn't included in Thursday's main episode, a closer look at Andi's recipe, and a peek behind behind the scenes as the food gets preparedDon't forget to listen, subscribe, follow us on Instagram, and send in your questions via DM. We'll answer them in forthcoming Extra Helpings Podcasts. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melanie Blatt and Shaznay Lewis from the band All Saints join Andi and Miquita for slow roast spiced lamb, old-school 90's classic cocktails, and a lot of laughter. The origin story of the band, the art of songwriting, the battle for creative control, and why they only really set out to be well known in West London is all up for discussion. Plus there's conversation about mother and daughter dynamics on TV, and the importance of 'sistren' in all of their lives. Plus there's the moment the penny dropped for Miquita as to how the group got their name... An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"They got things out of me I've never talked about before!"In today's bonus episode of Stirring It Up, we hear about the lunch and the interview from the point of view of Annie Mac and her guest Reju Sharma. There's also more behind the scenes material - we hear about Andi's menu and Miquita's drink recipes in full, and what Reju and Annie brought as a gift. There's also a full, unedited debrief of the afternoon from Andi and Miquita. In future we would like to answer your questions in this bonus podcast, so please LIKE the Stirring It Up page on Instagram, and DM your questions to us there. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadcaster, DJ and Author Annie Macmanus comes for lunch with Andi and Miquita, to herald the start of season 2 of Stirring It Up. Annie brings her best friend, Creative Producer Reju Sharma, who moved to London from Birmingham when Annie moved over from Ireland. They shared a flat together, as well as a workplace at BBC Radio One. Family, fishing, friendship, and Radio One in the Noughties are discussed, as is ambition, changing lanes, the joy (and pain) of writing, and so much more. There are tears and much laughter around a table laden with three kinds of barbecued fish, a green bean curry, chana dahl, sweet potato & caramelised onion roti, and a coconut and pomegranate lamb's lettuce salad. Don’t forget that this series there is a BONUS episode, every Sunday. “Extra Helpings” is where you’ll hear more from the guests, more of Andi’s recipes, and we will also have your questions to Andi and Miquita answered. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A final, extended episode to finish off season one, and it's a special one. Lily Allen is an Actress, Singer and bestselling Author. But most importantly, she's family, growing up alongside Andi and Miquita in West London. In between fits of laughter and delicious food, no stone is left unturned, as the conversation goes from motherhood and marriage, dealing with the media spotlight, the cringiness of listening to old songs, the experience of acting, sobriety and so much more . Plus their's plenty of insight ( amongst the laughter) into Miquita and Lily were like as kids, and how Andi dealt with it! Today's feast was specially requested by Lily, as a reminder of her childhood - Honey Baked Chicken, White Rice, Plantain and an Avocado salad. An Offscript Production, and Yaya ProductionProduced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Candice Carty-Williams is Author of the bestseller “Queenie”, a Screenwriter, and a Showrunner. She talks to Andi and Miquita about the business of TV, having black female role models, her early life in publishing, family, food with bad vibes, and whether there are any good looking men in South London. All over an Antiguan brunch of plantain and coconut Funjee , fried fish and a “chop up” of black eyed peas, okra and spinach. A “Golden Milk” drink was made by Miquita.Candice’s current TV show, “Champion” is available on BBC iPlayer.An Offscript Production, and Yaya Production. Produced by Tom Jenkins, and Tayo Popoola.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Ed Gamble is today's guest, and he's brought his wife Charlie Jamison with him. We hear about Ed's new book "Glutton", life behind the scenes at Great British Menu, where Ed is also a judge, alongside Andi, moody comedians, and being big (quite literally) in Japan - all over a delicious dish of Braised Oxtail, Saltfish Fritters, Plantain, Seasoned Rice, and Gungo Peas.An OffScript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elizabeth Day, Podcaster and Author, is invited over for dinner, to eat Andi’s signature dish of honey baked chicken.She brings her husband, Businessman Justin Basini over. On this week’s episode we find out the couple's origin story, and the app that brought them together. The talk turns to the meaning of family, learning to enjoy success, “being fancy”, swapping clothes with Dolly Alderton, and undressing in Gucci.An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andi and Miquita Oliver invite Chefs Itamar Srulovich and Sarit Packer, the team behind the Honey & Co cafe and restaurant, over for dinner. Since opening a tiny restaurant in 2012, the pair have become known for serving some of the city’s finest Middle Eastern food, as well as writing award winning cookbooks, writing columns, and hosting podcasts. They bring their friend Polly Russell, Food Historian, Author, and Curator at The British Museum. The dinner party discussion centred around food, of course - the art of not writing recipes down, the trouble with fine dining, understanding our history through food, and disappointing the aunties in the kitchen... All over rum and ginger baked ribs, pickled beetroot, barbecued aubergine, Johnny cakes, and more. An Off Script Production, and YAYA Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Jones is welcomed into Andi and Miquita’s home. Steve is a TV Presenter, and currently the face of Channel 4’s F1 coverage. He’s also an author, with his debut novel “Call Time” out now. He’s reunited with his T4 "TV wife" Miquita Oliver for the first time in 6 years, and brought his real wife Phylicia Jackson over for a delicious Korean feast. The conversation covers seeking fame and fortune in LA, leaving Las Vegas, losing friends and family too young, trial by social media, disliking dolphins, and so much more. An Off Script Production and YAYA Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan Stephens is a Musician, Actor, Presenter and Writer who sprung to fame as part of rap/pop duo Rizzle Kicks.Most importantly, he is a member of Andi and Miquita Oliver's extended family. He brings his good friend Ayishat Akanbi, a Stylist and Writer to lunch.The conversation covered first dates, finding love with Jade Thirlwall from Little Mix, fame and attention as a drug, definitions of family, Andi's relationship advice, remaining resistant to definition. All over a Seabass 'Fish Tea' in a coconut and turmeric broth.An Offscript Production, and YAYA Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.