Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook: London

Rachel Khoo goes back to her hometown of London where she showcases her city and it's fantastic food.

Rachel Khoo Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Watch Rachel Khoo in her Kitchen Notebook: London series, every Monday night on SBS Food (Ch. 33) from 7.30pm starting Sept 2 and then all episodes will be available via SBS On Demand after they air.

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Episode 1 – Fashion

Capturing London’s individual style, the series kicks off with a visit to a pop-up restaurant (hidden at the back of a boutique), and Rachel checks out one of the city’s unique rooftop haunts.

Black forest gateau bowls Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 2 – Crowd Pleasers

Rachel explores the food scene in vibrant East London, and visits her favourite 24-hour bagel shop, where she discovers that a simple approach is often the secret to success. From a twist on chilli and tortillas to colourful canapés perfect for entertaining, Rachel whips up some fuss-free crowd-pleasers.

Seafood chilli with tortilla bowls Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 3 – Nostalgia

Rachel revamps some of her childhood favourites in this episode, and calls into a very unique ‘ice cream lab’. Plus, she shows us the secret behind creating the perfect strudel, one of her family’s favourites.

Rachel with plate of onion petal spaetzles Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 4 – Fast Food

Exciting and innovative – London’s fast food scene is constantly changing and reinventing itself. Rachel samples some of the city’s premier (gourmet) fast food, including hot Taiwanese sandwiches and Caribbean Jerk Chicken.

Steamed buns with a filling of sticky beef shin with finely chopped radish, peanut and coriander. Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 5 – Lazy Days

We slow down the pace in this episode, and Rachel cooks comfort food, designed for relaxing – whether it’s on the couch or at a picnic.

Rachel with Tom, an urban gardener with a salad from his garden. Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 6 – East Meets West

Rachel whips up her favourite Malaysian dessert (adding a British twist), and shows us fabulous ideas for using up leftover roast meat in a soft steamed Asian bun.

Tropical knickerbocker glory Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 7 – Traditional Values

A visit to a quintessentially British pub, a traditional fry-up, and a fuss-free Sunday roast: Rachel shares with us the very best of classic British fare.

Fuss-free Sunday roast Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 8 – On the Move

The hustle and bustle and constant flow of people all around the city constantly inspires Rachel’s cooking (whether it’s the iconic tube or the sea of taxis).

Rachel with underground eclairs fresh out of the oven. Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 9 – DIY

Rachel visits a Norwegian-style smokehouse in North London (in a transformed basement), and she samples some of Lillie’s homemade preserves and jams at the London Borough of Jam.

Rachel with Ole smoke house Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Episode 10 – The Pleasure’s All Mine

Rachel seeks out some of London’s luxurious treats, including Champagne high tea in Mayfair, and she whips up some delectable recipes to try at home.

Chocolate fancies Source: Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook London

Cook recipes from Rachel Khoo's Kitchen Notebook: Melbourne.