Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Brian Cox
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Apr 15, 2026 
Brian Cox, veteran Scottish actor and director known for Succession and his new film Glenrothen, shares colourful career stories and behind-the-scenes film anecdotes. He recounts childhood Scottish food memories, favourite restaurants and dishes like gazpacho, lamb biryani and cranachan. Conversation also ranges from whisky and margaritas to cats and a cheeky chat about dark matter.
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Solve Yorkshire Pudding Space With A Bigger Plate
- If a Yorkshire pudding takes up too much plate real estate, ask the kitchen for a bigger plate instead of rejecting it.
- Brian's practical fix: request a larger plate to enjoy the pudding without space concerns.
Playing Robert McKee And His Reaction
- Brian recounts playing Robert McKee in Adaptation and meeting the real Robert McKee, who worried they'd humiliate him.
- He recalls Spike Jonze's direction and telling McKee he was Obi-Wan Kenobi, which reassured McKee about the portrayal.
Mood Decides Main Course Not Rules
- Brian is comfortable mixing preferences rather than strict single dishes, often splitting mains like lamb biryani and grilled seabream.
- He treats his 'dream main' as mood-dependent and suggests combining lamb biryani with seabream.