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The Naked Chef
1999 - 2001 7.2 (4 votes) 3 Seasons
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Food Network

The Naked Chef

Overview

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.

Key Crew

Producer: Patricia Llewellyn

Top Cast

Jamie Oliver
Jamie Oliver

The Naked Chef

Seasons

Season 1 (1999)

No overview available.

7 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Chef's Night Off
1999-04-14

Jamie makes a simple yet sophisticated meal for fellow chefs on a rare night off. Jamie prepares Fusion Broth with Seafood, Noodles and Black Beans, Lamb with Pancetta, Sage and Rosemary, Roasted Red Onions Thyme and Butter and Vanilla-Baked Fruit.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 2: Hen Night
1999-04-21

Jamie's agrees to cook for sister's bachlorette night. Jamie makes Baked Salmon with Olives, Green Beans, Anchovies and Cherry Tomatoes and Basil Aioli, Foccacia with Olive Oil, Rosemary and Garlic and a dessert of Lemon and Lime Cream Tart.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 3: Babysitting
1999-04-28

Jamie watches his young cousins while his Uncle Alan is out at a boat show. Jamie and the kids make Spaghetti with Chili, Anchovies and Pangrattato, Fresh Ravioli with Smashed Broad Beans, Mint and Ricotta, Ravioli with Potato, Watercress and Cheeses and Praline Semifreddo.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 4: The Band
1999-05-05

Jamie cooks for his reunited band after their biggest gig in weeks. He makes Vegetable Tempura with Dipping Sauce, Thai Green Chicken Curry and Tomato, Cucumber and Coconut salad.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 5: Birthday Party
1999-05-12

Jamie throws a party for his own birthday and all his friends. He makes Roast Pork and Crackling with Sweet Chili Pepper Salsa, Mozzarella and Chili Salad, Baby Spinach, Fresh Pea and Feta Cheese Salad, and the "Jungle Boogie" cocktail.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 6: The Girlfriend
1999-05-19

Jamie cooks up a feast for his girlfriend by making Sea Bass Baked in a Bag with Herbs and Red Onion with Fennel and Radish Salad. Plus, New Potatoes Cooked with Dill and Olive Oil. For dessert, a wickedly rich Baked Chocolate Tart.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 7: Episode 7
1999-05-26

Runtime: N/A min
Season 2 (2000)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Reunion
2000-04-12

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 2: Girls, Girls, Girls
2000-04-26

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 3: A Perfect Day
2000-05-03

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 4: Going to the Dogs
2000-05-10

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 5: Picnic on the Pier
2000-05-17

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 6: A Bun in the Oven
2000-05-24

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 7: A Birthday Barbecue
2000-05-31

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 8: Wedding Bells
2000-06-07

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.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 9: Episode 9
2000-06-14

Runtime: N/A min
Season 3 (2001)

No overview available.

8 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Moving House
2001-10-16

After Jamie cooks his final recipes at the flat: a hearty sandwich for the movers and a picnic lunch for Jules, over at the new place, he puts together a makeshift kitchen and checks out the local shops for ingredients for a housewarming party.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 2: Rock and Roast
2001-10-23

Jamie is a huge fan of Jay Kay (Jamiroquai) and the singer asks him to come to his home in Princes Risborough to cook for the band. Jamie cooks Jay Kay his favorite meal - a traditional roast with all the trimmings - using produce from Jay Kay's gardens.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 3: Godfather
2001-10-30

Jamie is to be godfather of a close friend, photographer David Loftus's daughter and has offered to cook the Christening dinner. Jamie will cook this special celebration meal in David's boathouse after shopping for fruit and veg in Borough market.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 4: Highland Fling
2001-11-06

Jamie travels to the remote Scottish isles to meet the supplier of seafood to the finest London restaurants and goes out on a trawler. After shopping from the local suppliers, Jamie cooks a meal for the fishermen and divers.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 5: Curryfest
2001-11-13

When Jules goes away for the weekend, it's the perfect opportunity for a curry with the lads. After picking up tips from Rasca chef Das Sreedharan, and shopping for fish and spices in West London, Jamie cooks the most spectacular curry.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 6: Back to School
2001-11-20

Jamie is invited back to his old school, Newport Grammar in Essex, to make a speech at the annual prize-giving ceremony. Jamie is drawn into helping several food technology pupils cook a meal for the prize-winners.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 7: The Italian Job
2001-11-27

Jamie & old friend Gennaro Contaldo head off to the New Forest to meet another enthusiastic Italian, Mauro Bregoli. Using food gathered from the wild by Gennaro and Bregoli, Jamie cooks up a fantastic Italian feast.

Runtime: 30 min
Episode 8: At the Beach
2001-12-04

Jamie takes Australian chefs to Porth in North Cornwall; the British equivalent of Bondai, in an attempt to prove that England has decent surfing and cooks a barbie on the beach.

Runtime: 30 min

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