The BBC's Saturday Kitchen is set to celebrate a major milestone this weekend as the programme marks 20 years since its significant revamp. The cookery show, which initially launched on BBC2 in 2002, underwent a substantial transformation in 2006 when it permanently moved to BBC One with celebrity chef James Martin taking over from Antony Worrall Thompson.
Matt Tebbutt Takes the Reins
After a decade in the role, James Martin departed in 2016 and was succeeded by Matt Tebbutt, who has remained the main host ever since. This weekend, the show commemorates two decades since its overhaul and relocation to BBC One, with hints of a special celebration for viewers.
Social Media Buzz
On Instagram, the Saturday Kitchen team shared a post captioned: "We've got something exciting coming your way on Saturday..." The upload featured a collection of well-known personalities who have appeared on the show over the years, including Rick Stein, Andi Oliver, Helen McGinn, and actress Liz Carr.
Devoted followers quickly flooded the comments section with congratulations. One viewer wrote: "Woo hoo, happy 20 years to the best team in good TV. Congratulations." Another commented: "20 years, wow. And still the best show on TV, bar none. My Saturday mornings just would not be the same without my dose of Saturday Kitchen to set me up for the weekend. Congratulations on the big milestone."
Someone else added: "Many congratulations!! Excited to see the show." While one person said: "Wowww, exciting!! Happy Anniversary." A fan remarked: "Looking forward to the Anniversary show." Another, who had appeared on the show, noted: "Happy anniversary! You're a wonderful team, and it was a pleasure to be invited to cook on the show. It was an unforgettable experience, and I must admit, I was a bit starstruck."
Recent Guest Host
Recently, The One Show's Alex Jones stood in for Matt Tebbutt and was well received by fans. Upon his return, Matt joked: "Before we go on with our usual nonsense, we should say how well Alex did last week. Well done, Alex Jones. Bit too good for my liking."
Saturday Kitchen airs on June 6 on BBC One at 10am.
