Ep 24. Sheffield - Mark

Come Dine With Me season 21 episode 24 revolves around Mark, a jovial businessman from Sheffield who is all set to showcase his culinary skills to his guests. The episode begins with Mark welcoming his four guests to his home with a warm smile and a glass of Prosecco. The guests are a mixed bunch, comprising of Darren, a fireman; Bertha, a passionate cook; Nancy, a fitness instructor, and Andrew, a lawyer.

Mark starts off the evening with a delicious starter - prawn cocktail with melba toast. The dish is a hit amongst the guests, who praise Mark for his presentation and use of fresh ingredients. Following the starter, Mark serves up his main course - roasted beef with Yorkshire pudding, served with vegetables and a rich gravy. The guests are pleasantly surprised with how succulent and flavorsome the beef is, and the Yorkshire pudding goes down a treat. The guests are also in awe of how Mark has managed to cook the beef to a perfect pinkness, something that has always baffled them.

As the guests dig into the main course, the conversation flows freely. Darren shares some of his funny work-related anecdotes, while Bertha talks about how she developed a passion for cooking. Nancy and Andrew are quieter but seem to be enjoying themselves nonetheless. Mark adds to the jovial mood by topping up the wine glasses and cracking jokes in between bites.

For dessert, Mark has opted to prepare his speciality - cherry and almond tart. The dish looks and tastes absolutely delicious, with the guests praising Mark's pastry-making skills and the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness in the filling. As they enjoy the dessert, Mark reveals that he has been cooking since he was a child and that it has always been his dream to open up his own restaurant.

The evening comes to a close with Mark receiving high praise for his culinary skills and hosting abilities. They all raise a toast to the night and say their goodbyes. It is revealed that Mark has won the competition with a score of 32 out of 40, beating Bertha and Darren by a mere point.

Come Dine With Me season 21 episode 24 leaves a lasting impression on the viewers, highlighting the importance of good food, good company, and the joy of sharing meals.