During this weekend’s episode of Saturday Kitchen, host Matt Tebbutt found himself in an unexpectedly awkward yet amusing moment on air. The beloved BBC cooking show featured celebrity chefs Paul Ainsworth, Sam Evans, Shauna Guinn, and special guest Sophie Ellis-Bextor. However, the friendly atmosphere took a playful turn when one guest revealed a humorous insight into Matt’s famously laid-back style.
As Paul Ainsworth prepared a delicious dish for the panel, Matt inquired if the meal was from Paul’s restaurant Caffè Rojano. Confirming it was, Paul received praise from Matt who called it “a great restaurant.” Wine expert Olly chimed in, sharing fond memories of visiting the eatery with his family, calling it a “really informal setting” with “delicious food.” Matt agreed, highlighting its “super relaxed” vibe.
That prompted Olly to tease Matt by saying, “Well in your case Matthew very relaxed. A little too relaxed perhaps…” The comment was followed by a brief, uncomfortable silence.
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Trying to steer the conversation away, Matt said, “Let’s park that there!” but Paul pressed on with a mischievous grin, asking, “Shall we go there? Shall we go there?!” Matt quickly replied, “Let’s not.” Then Paul dropped the punchline: “I think the viewers need to know that you fell asleep in Caffè Rojano!”
The studio burst into laughter, with Matt good-naturedly admitting, “It had been a long day.” The lighthearted exchange showcased the informal, genuine rapport among the cast and guests.
This humorous moment arrives shortly after Matt opened up about the behind-the-scenes challenges of hosting a live TV show. Despite the polished on-screen appearance of Saturday Kitchen, the 51-year-old chef, who took over hosting duties from James Martin in 2017, revealed that the team often faces tough hurdles. He described the crew as “like family,” noting that while the show may seem spontaneous, extensive rehearsals go into ensuring everything runs smoothly.