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Can't Cook, Won't Cook
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Genre Cooking game show
Created by Bazal Productions
Presented by Ainsley Harriott
Kevin Woodford
Lesley Waters
Richard Cawley
Tony Tobin
Country of origin United Kingdom
Original language(s) English
No. of episodes 685
Production
Production location(s) Pebble Mill Studios
Running time 25 minutes
Production company(s) Bazal Midlands and BBC Pebble Mill
Distributor Banijay
Release
Original network BBC1
Picture format 4:3
Original release 20 November 1995 (1995-11-20) – 7 July 2000 (2000-07-07)

Can't Cook, Won't Cook was a fun British cooking game show that aired on BBC1. It ran from November 20, 1995, until July 7, 2000. The show was all about helping people who weren't great at cooking.

About Can't Cook, Won't Cook

This TV show was a mix of cooking and a game. It featured everyday people who needed a little help in the kitchen. The main goal was to see if someone who "can't cook" could make a tasty dish. They had to do this with help from a professional chef.

How the Game Worked

Each episode featured two people. One person admitted they "can't cook" very well. The other person "won't cook," meaning they usually avoid cooking. These two people were chosen to be on the show.

They each got to work with a famous or expert chef. The chef would guide them step-by-step. The goal was to prepare and cook a full meal. It was a race against time and a test of their cooking skills.

The Taste Test

Once both dishes were ready, it was time for the taste test! The person who nominated them for the show would be blindfolded. They would then taste both meals without knowing who made which.

After tasting, they had to decide which dish was the best. If it was a tie, the expert chef would make the final decision. It was always exciting to see who would win!

Winning a Prize

The winner of the cooking challenge received a prize. The studio walls would open up to show what they had won. Prizes were usually useful kitchen items. These often included things like a new food blender or a set of shiny saucepans.

Show Details

Can't Cook, Won't Cook was filmed at Pebble Mill Studios. Each episode lasted about 25 minutes. The show was very popular and aired many times. In total, there were 685 episodes!

The show had several well-known presenters. These included Ainsley Harriott, Kevin Woodford, and Lesley Waters. They helped make the show fun and exciting for everyone watching.

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