BBC Radio 4 - The Food Programme

The Science of Fermentation

Fermented foods are more popular than ever, but what's the science? Dan Saladino reports.

Jaega Wise visits desi pubs for food, culture and history.

Sheila Dillon goes foraging for wild mushrooms in the Peak District in Derbyshire.

Jaega Wise explores influential drink writer Dave Broom’s life, career and love for whisky

Dan Saladino finds out how the date became one of the most revered cultivated fruits

Annie Gray rejects turkey and the trimmings at Christmas. She explores alternative dinners

Leyla Kazim discusses some of the year's best food writing with Ruby Tandoh and guests.

Jaega Wise uncovers the extraordinary story of Tam o' Braan and the counterfeit tea

Sheila Dillon and guests review the winners from this year's BBC Food and Farming Awards.

Dan Saladino investigates our growing dependence on West Africa for fresh produce.