Kathy Lette & Ronni Ancona: Best Friends, Polar Opposites

Best-selling author Kathy Lette and award-winning impressionist Ronni Ancona join Matt and Joanna for a riotous episode that veers from kitchen catastrophes and Nigella impressions to the power of female friendship, feminism, and fabulous second acts. The pair, who became instant best friends the moment they started insulting each other, swap stories about a disastrous hostel holiday on the Amalfi Coast, singing ABBA with Frida in a Glaswegian accent, and why Kathy has burnt down three kitchens. Along the way, they tackle the serious side too — ageism in the entertainment industry, Ronni's explosive new role in EastEnders, and Kathy's latest novel championing sisterhood in a world where women's rights are under threat — all while proving that the best ingredient in any meal is brilliant company.

Menu:

Starter:

Tomato & lime salad with crispy ginger, chilli & garlic

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/premium/tomato-lime-salad-with-crispy-ginger-chilli-garlic

Main:

Spaghetti with fennel, anchovies, currants, pine nuts & capers

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/spaghetti-fennel-anchovies-currants-pine-nuts-capers

Dessert:

Treacle tart

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/treacle-tart

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