Ainsley returns to his happy place - the beach - and cooks up harissa crusted cod with chickpea, spinach and tomato stew, and a spicy crab salad.

Episode 10

Ainsley's Good Mood Food

Lifestyle

Food & Drink

Join chef Ainsley Harriot in a celebration of delicious food that really boosts your mood. Ainsley will be cooking in his own happy places, in his kitchen and on the beach - he'll be showcasing some of the fabulous flavours, incredible ingredients, and marvellous methods that go into meals that simply make you smile!

Series 1

Series 2

Join chef Ainsley Harriot in a celebration of delicious food that really boosts your mood.

Ainsley is inspired by the tastes and delights of the seaside - he starts with a taste of Italy making his Crab and Lemon Linguine with Pangrattato.

Episode 1

Ainsley's feeling fruity and shows us some fantastic recipes showcasing fruit including Rose Harissa Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Chickpeas.

Episode 2

Ainsley is Egg-xited to explore the wonderful world of eggs. He kicks things off with a delicious breakfast hash with nduja and kale for a spicy start to the day.

Episode 3

Ainsley is buzzing around in his kitchen again as he cooks using honey. He combines honey and chilli for his first dish, honey-chilli spiked lamb.

Episode 4

Ainsley is using nuts and seeds to create all his tasty dishes in this episode.

Episode 5

Ainsley heads to Hampshire to try his hand at harvesting asparagus before rustling up a brilliant one pot asparagus and artichoke orzo with spinach and pine nuts.

Episode 6

Ainsley celebrates the unsung heroes of many meals - grains and pulses. He receives a masterclass in milling flour before using it to make a pizza margherita.

Episode 7

Ainsley champions leafy greens and makes a hot smoked trout and watercress tart, while Joseph is taught the art of regrowing vegetables from kitchen scraps.

Episode 8

Ainsley cooks up dishes packed with herbs and spices, including lamb kofta, peri-peri chicken, and pineapple upside-down cake with rum and lime cream.

Episode 9

Ainsley cooks with coffee and chocolate in sweet and savoury dishes, including a three bean and pepper chilli pot, and an espresso and chocolate cheesecake.