Taste of SPAIN

TOM KERRIDGE on his latest culinary adventure

- HANNAH DAVIES

TOM KERRIDGE COOKS SPAIN NEW THURSDAY, 8.30PM, ITV1 COOKERY

With two Michelin-starred pubs in the Buckinghamshire town of Marlow, several podcasts and a successful career as a celebrity chef on his plate, Tom Kerridge is at the heart of a whirlwind of activity when TV Times catches up with him on a July afternoon.

'It’s been a bit of a runaround day and I've been constantly ringing people up and saying, “Sorry, I’m running late!”' he laughs. 'My schedule is all over the place!'

The popular star is calling us for an exclusive chat about his latest ingredient-inspired road trip, Tom Kerridge Cooks Spain, which begins on ITV1 this week.

A follow-up to last year’s Tom Kerridge Cooks Britain, the six-parter sees him hop in a vintage food truck to embark on a journey of culinary discovery across the sun-soaked European country. As well as learning about Spain’s culture, history and traditions, Tom will also dish up mouthwatering meals influenced by his travels.

Here, Tom, 51, tells us what's on the menu...

Why did you choose Spain as the next place to visit?