Come Dine With Me Season 4 Episode 1 Come Dine with Me at Christmas
- December 20, 2008
- 48 min
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5.5 (6)
Come Dine With Me UK season 4 episode 1 is titled "Come Dine With Me at Christmas" and it's filled with cheesy Christmas tropes, mulled wine, and lots of festive cheer.
In this episode, four strangers from Manchester compete to throw the best Christmas dinner party. The contestants are Claire, a bubbly entertainer with a big personality and an even bigger love for Christmas; Nick, a fun-loving, laid-back guy who believes in letting the good times roll; Wendy, a glamorous fashion designer with an eye for detail and a taste for luxury; and David, a serious and organised businessman with a passion for fine dining.
Each contestant hosts a dinner party in their home in an attempt to impress the others and score the title of the ultimate Christmas host. The contestants are judged on the quality of their food, the entertainment, the ambiance, and their ability to get into the spirit of Christmas.
Claire kicks off the competition with a traditional Christmas feast, complete with a flaming pudding, carol singing, and a game of charades. Nick takes a more unconventional approach, opting for a Mexican-inspired menu and a mariachi band to get everyone in the festive spirit. Wendy's dinner party is all about the glitz and glamour, with a lavish six-course meal served on silver platters and entertainment from a jazz band. David goes all-out with an elaborate four-course menu featuring ingredients like truffle and lobster, and a wine pairing for each course.
Throughout the episode, we get to know each of the contestants as they narrate their dinner parties, sharing their thoughts and feelings about the competition and each other. There are moments of tension, as the contestants don't always see eye-to-eye, but also moments of genuine friendship and goodwill.
As the episode draws to a close, the contestants gather for a final round of scoring and commentary, with each contestant giving honest feedback on their experiences. There are surprises and disappointments, but ultimately only one contestant can win the title of the ultimate Christmas host.
Overall, "Come Dine With Me at Christmas" is a festive, fun-filled episode that captures the spirit of the holiday season and delivers plenty of entertainment and culinary inspiration. Whether you're a Christmas fanatic or a Scrooge, this episode is sure to put you in the mood for some merriment and joy.