Dish Chris McCausland enjoys our cottage pie and a ginger beer
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Feb 25, 2026 Chris McCausland, stand-up comedian, author and Strictly champion known for his memoir Keep Laughing, brings quick wit and food rules. He marvels at Pringle geometry, declares loyalties to ginger beer and sausages, debates spice and mayo, and sings the praises of Italian food. There’s lively chat about touring, writing the memoir and how Strictly changed him emotionally.
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Three Simple Ways To Cook Fresh Artichokes
- Angela explains artichoke prep: remove outer leaves, peel stalk, then either deep-fry, pickle in an agrecque (vinegar/sugar/spices) or boil to access the heart.
- Smaller artichokes open like a flower when fried; globe artichokes have a larger edible heart.
Bringing Your Own Stool As Part Of The Set
- Chris travels with his own stool as part of his stage set to ensure consistency and stability across venues.
- He explained that venue stools can be wobbly, spinning or wrong height, so bringing his own gives him a reliable anchor point onstage.
A Mnemonic To Remember Ginger Beer Vs Ginger Ale
- Chris distinguishes ginger beer from ginger ale with a mnemonic: 'ginger beer, cheer; ginger ale, fail' to remember which he prefers.
- He prefers Fentimans for its kick and refreshing quality and sees it as a slightly healthier-feeling fizzy option.
