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Ben Milbourne moves his kitchen outside into the beautiful Tasmanian sunshine and whips up some light and fluffy Ricotta Pancakes to share with the family. He then heads back into the kitchen to bake cute, creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pot Pies and a simple, decadent Chocolate Mousse.

Episode 1

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Ben starts his menu with a simple Spanish-style Prawns With Olive Salsa, before travelling to the Clover Hill vineyards in Lebrina, where he meets his good friend, Adam Torpy for a rich 3 Cheese Risoni. Back home in his kitchen, Ben creates a mega Catch Up Cookie, perfect for sharing with friends on the weekend.

Episode 2

Ben sets up the barbecue in his backyard for some smoky Pork and Apple Koftas cooked over charcoals. Continuing the snack theme, Ben then serves some simple Pork Hot Dogs with fresh slaw before taking his time cooking a Char-Grilled Curried Leg of Lamb. Finally, Ben puts the left overs to good use and slow-cooks a Lamb Olive and Fennel Braise.

Episode 3

Swapping his kitchen for a beautiful spot out in his backyard, Ben serves a fresh and colourful Taco Bowl, before heading back inside to make a fast Chicken & Turkey Bolognese perfect for lunch. He then prepares some Caramelised Brussels Sprouts tossed in an Asian-inspired dressing.

Episode 4

Ben goes back to basics to cook one of his favourite dishes; Salt & Pepper Abalone, before demonstrating his ever-popular Roast Chicken With Gravy and a tangy Passionfruit Curd.

Episode 5

Ben starts his day with a spicy breakfast of Scrambled Eggs before heading east to visit the cooking workshop, Hundred Acres at Ghost Rock, where he cooks a simple Forest Mushrooms With Chicken Pasta. Back home again, Ben uses some beautiful, fresh produce to make a vegetarian Cauliflower & Chickpea Soup.

Episode 6

At home in his kitchen Ben, starts his menu with a hot and spicy Inferno Pizza, followed by a fresh Prawn & Avocado Salad before checking out the view at Avalon Coastal Retreat and experimenting with local flavours to make a Mongwong Grapefruit Ceviche.

Episode 7

At home in his kitchen Ben assembles some well-seasoned Pulled Pork Burgers before a special friend Teresa, from Bessemer pops in to share her sweet Pikelet recipe. Continuing the breakfast theme, finishes his menu by dishing up a decadent French Toast With Salted Caramel.

Episode 8

At home in his kitchen Ben, grills some simple Rosemary Lamb Kebabs and makes a delicious, fresh Nacho Tart for lunch before travelling to Hobart to stay at The Last Villa, where he catches up with his brother Grant for a gourmet Pork Belly With Fennel dish.

Episode 9

At home in his kitchen, Ben starts his menu with a side of well-seasoned Roast Vegetables before good friend and host of 'A Taste Of Travel', Scott McRae drops in for a hearty Lamb Pot Pie.

Episode 10

Ben starts his menu with a deconstructed Mexican entrée Chicken Burrito Bowl before deep-frying some crispy KEEN'S Butter Fried Fish on location at Avalon Coastal Retreat. Back home again Ben bakes a rich Chocolate Pound Cake perfect for afternoon tea.

Episode 11

Ben heads back to school to share his recipes for making a range internationally flavoured burgers with the students of St Brendan-Shaw College. He invites the students participate in making their own Indian Lamb, Italian, Japanese and American-Cheese Burgers.

Episode 12

Ben takes his kitchen on the road and stays at the award winning Ocean Retreat in Falmouth, where he takes a local catch and gives pointers on how to Break Down A Fish. Ben then prepares the fillets of locally sourced fish into 2 different delicious Crispy Skin Stripy Trumpeter and Baked Stripy Trumpeter recipes. Back home in his kitchen Ben treats his sweet tooth with chewy Choc Current Cookies.

Episode 13

Ben catches up with Jessie Spiby, a season 7 Masterchef finalist, to learn her top tips on fermenting homemade Pickles. Ben then prepares a classic Italian Pappardelle Bolognese before sharing his secret to making some Hidden Veggie Sausage Rolls that the kids will love. 

Episode 14

Ben finds a sunny spot outside in his garden is inspired to serve a fresh and seasonal Pork Belly & Snapper ceviche. Scott McRae, good friend and host of 'A Taste Of Travel' then pops in to try Ben's Grand Pacific Mussels dish.

Episode 15

Ben starts his menu with a classic Italian flavours to make a simple Tomato Bocconcini Tart, before venturing east to the Clover Hill vineyards to visit his good friend Adam Torpy and cook a delightful Wild Mushroom Spaghettoni. Back home in his kitchen once more, Ben finishes his menu with a rustic Pear Pecan Crumble.

Episode 16

Taking his show on the road, Ben visits Willie Smith's Apple Shed in the Huon Valley to discover their tips for making a classic Apple Pie. Back home in his own kitchen, Ben tosses together an effortless Crab & Lemon Spaghetti before one of his special friends from Bessemer surprises him by cooking a Pizza on the stove.

Episode 17

At home in his kitchen, Ben creates an Italian-Indian fusion with his Curried Meatballs With Baked Eggs. He then shares his recipe and a quick history lesson on the origins of spicy Empanadas; before relaxing at the Avalon Coastal Retreat with a quick and simple entrée of Oysters With Italian Sausage Vinaigrette.

Episode 18

Ben invites special guest Olivia Wells, the Blue Ribbon Foundation ambassador and former Miss World Australia into his kitchen to learn a couple of her delicious, fresh and healthy recipes. Olivia creates 2 great recipes, sharing her Mexican Fiesta & Chicken Quinoa Salad.

Episode 19

At home in his kitchen, Ben bakes a rustic Steak & Mushroom Pie to share, and a small one to enjoy himself. His good friend Scott McRae then pops in for a visit and a slice of fresh Passionfruit & Pineapple Pavlova.

Episode 20

Ben learns the secret recipe for Bessemer's Sticky Date Pudding from a special friend before improving a university-diet staple into Fancy Mac & Cheese. Ben finishes his menu with a caramelised, Deconstructed Banoffee Pie that would impress any guest.

Episode 21

Ben sets his kitchen up outside in his orchard to enjoy the autumn sunshine while cooking a classic Chicken Curry. Back inside once more Ben presents a café-style Open Chicken Sandwich before travelling to Avalon City Retreat where he creates an exotic combination with Simple Tortellini.

Episode 22

At home in his kitchen Ben is inspired to make a delicious, pastry-rolled Chicken Wellington before assembling a sweet and savoury KEEN'S Chicken Salad. Ben takes his kitchen on the road to Clover Hill vineyards where he catches up with his good friend Adam Torpy and then serves him a creamy Mushroom Gnocchetti.

Episode 23

Ben begins his menu with an Authentic Carbonara from whole basic ingredients before roasting a premade Scotch Delight, delivered by his local butcher in a previous episode. He then finishes with a creamy Salted Caramel sauce, perfect for drizzling on cakes or ice cream.

Episode 24

At home in his kitchen, Ben creates a menu full of weekend brunch inspiration, with a spicy tomato Shakshuka, a decadent Trout and Cream Cheese and a hearty Tomato Minestrone.

Episode 25

Ben sets up his kitchen outside, and makes some Campfire Patatas Bravas. Ben's friend from Bessemer pops over to share their recipe for spicy Chelsea Rolls and Ben creates a Risotto.

Episode 26

Ben makes the most of some fine Tasmanian weather to prepare a Fresh Kingfish Salad al fresco in his picturesque backyard before heading back into this kitchen to put together a fresh Tortellini and Roast Vegetables and then a deconstructed Creamy Chicken Pie with fancy pastry shapes.

Episode 27

Ben is joined by Scotty Bramich, a butcher from O'Hallorans Spreyton Butchery, for a quick lesson on proper Knife Care and then they transform budget cuts of meat into Lamb Flaps, a rolled Roast Lamb Belly and a sticky Cola Ribs recipes.

Episode 28

Ben enjoys some beautiful Tasmanian sunshine in his backyard while he transforms the catch of the day into a stunning Swordfish Burger. Back inside once more, Ben simplifies a traditional Mexican recipe into a simple Chicken Mole and gets creative with a Gourmet Pear Tart.

Episode 29

At home in his kitchen Ben rustles up a gourmet Brussels Sprouts dish before travelling to Sheffield and surprising his audience at the Family Support House with a fancy steak and veggie combination Mystery Box. Back home again, Ben is inspired to make a seasonal, vibrant Wine-Poached Pear dessert in his backyard while the autumn sun is shining.

Episode 30

At home in his kitchen Ben serves a fast Arrabbiata Mussels entrée before slow cooking the traditional French-inspired Coq Au Vin. Ben then stops by Hubert & Dan in Longford for a lesson on making Eclairs with hand-made choux pastry.

Episode 31

Ben invites his local butcher, Scotty Bramich from O'Hallorans Spreyton Butchery, into his kitchen for masterclass Schnitzels. He then treats Scotty to a café-style Open Schnitzel Sandwich and fresh Chicken Caeser Salad.

Episode 32

At home in his kitchen Ben bakes a simple, crowd pleasing Brie and Rosemary Tart before Jessie Spiby shows him how to make her take on a light, vibrant Vietnamese Hainanese Chicken. Ben then finishes his menu with a choc and hazelnut Self-Saucing Pudding.

Episode 33

Ben starts the day with a healthy Vegetable Hash, perfect for a weekend breakfast before his special friend from Bessemer pops in to make an incredible Apricot Loaf on the stovetop. Ben then updates a classic recipe into Chicken Stroganoff, sure to be a new family favourite.

Episode 34

At home in his kitchen, Ben shares his secret Pickled Red Onion recipe and then uses it as a garnish for a tangy Potato Salad With Celery Pickle. He then bakes a simple but tasty gourmet Mushroom Tarte Tatin.

Episode 35

Ben ducks into one of his favourite cafés in Launceston, Thirty Three Cups for some gourmet Zucchini Fritters for breakfast. Back home in his kitchen once more, Ben combines classic flavours to make a fast Olive & Tomato Fettuccine, before his special friend from Bessemer makes an Onion Tart on the stove.

Episode 36

Ben prepares the perfect menu for the weekend, starting with a Spiced Lamb With Hummus dish, followed by a savoury Bacon French Toast breakfast-in-bed dish. Jessie Spiby, a season 7 Masterchef finalist, then joins Ben in the kitchen and makes sweet Banana Cheesecake Ice Cream cones.

Episode 37

Ben visits Brooks High School, where he serves up some lessons on how to stretch 1 recipe into 2 dishes. Ben invites the students to participate as he makes a Taco Bowl + Sausage Roll combination, followed by Sliders + Meatball Bake. Back home again, Ben demonstrates some practical and delicious science in the kitchen as he experiments with making Honeycomb from scratch.

Episode 38

At home in his kitchen, Ben roasts a crispy Lamb Noisette basted in a citrus-infused oil. Taking his kitchen on the road, Ben sets up at the Avalon Coastal Retreat, where he serves a light Striped Trumpeter with Risoni Salad for dinner. Inspired by his trip to the coast, Ben prepares Oysters 3 Ways.

Episode 39

Ben sets up his barbecue outside and flame-grills some spicy Peri-Peri Chicken Skewers before heading back into the kitchen to make some delicious Fried Chicken With Blue Cheese. On location at Four Mile Creek, Ben visits the White Sands Resort and sets up an outdoor kitchen to make a sticky Strawberry Rhubarb Balsamic Galette.

Episode 40

At home in his kitchen Ben bakes up a storm beginning with a cheesy Cauliflower Pasta Bake, before preparing a simple English Beef Wellington and then finishing his menu with a light and syrupy Blueberry Drizzle Cake.

Episode 41

At home in his kitchen, Ben bakes some simple, tasty KEEN'S Pasties snacks, before visiting the Clover Hill vineyard in Lebrina to cook his good friend Adam Torpy the classic Italian pasta, Cacio E Pepe. Back home again, Ben designs a beautifully simple Sesame-Crusted Salmon dish, perfect for romantic date nights.

Episode 42

Ben shares his simple Spanish-inspired Prawns With Salsa, and then whips up a fast and tasty Lemon & Prawn Oil Tagliatelle. Ben's old university friend, Simon makes Ben his signature Pumpkin Quiche recipe.

Episode 43

Ben begins with a classic Italian Rigatoni All'amatriciana pasta entrée before his special friend from Bessemer pops in to demonstrate their incredible Beer Bread, baked on the stovetop. Ben then prepares a simple Chicken & Cheese Toastie snack recipe.

Episode 44

Ben ventures outside into the Tasmanian sunshine to prepare a light Pickled Beetroot With Raw Snapper entrée perfect for summer entertaining. Back inside the kitchen again, Ben slow cooks a Ragu and then caramelises some Candied Bananas.

Episode 45

Ben creates a gourmet Pork Belly With Charred Sprouts dish at Peppermint Ridge before inviting a special friend from Bessemer over to prepare a rich, crusted Paella. Ben is then inspired to reinvent an old pub favourite classic into Chicken Parmigiana Soup.  

Episode 46

Ben experiments with one of Bessemer's signature pans to make some cute Salmon & Ricotta Quiches, before travelling to Wineglass Bay and enjoying the beautiful scenery with a location-inspired Freycinet Fruit Salad. Back home again, Ben rolls some giant Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs to go with his spaghetti and tomato sauce.

Episode 47

Ben is inspired by the beautiful Clover Hill vineyards to create a stunning Prawns With Salsa Verde summer entrée. Back home in his kitchen, Ben bakes a creamy English Polenta Cake and gets artistic with his kitchen equipment to present a beautiful Scotch-Brite Salmon dish.

Episode 48

Ben invites a special friend from Bessemer into the kitchen to learn the secrets to making a 10 minute Pasta Al Presto. Then after taking a short trip to Launceston, Ben pops into Geronimo's to try their Almond Milk Panna Cotta before heading back home to bake a Quick Rhubarb Tart.

Episode 49

Ben prepares his delicious KEEN'S American Beans for breakfast before lunching on a Chicken & Chipolata Carbonara fusion and assembling some groovy Popcorn Prawn Sliders for dinner.