Gordon's Great Escape
Gordon Ramsay leaves his hectic life behind him as he embarks on a pilgrimage for fresh flavours. He travels to India for the first time on a quest to experience the stunning diversity of its culinary traditions and immerse himself in the culture
Vietnam
Gordon's never been to Vietnam before. This nation are fearless foodies; if it moves they will eat it! He is wowed by legendary local restaurateur Mrs Duck, the queen of beak to tail cooking. He gets a shock when a 6' snake with a beating heart is served
Cambodia
Gordon goes of the beaten track to Cambodia. Today the country is in recovery after years of war, and the food is undergoing a revival. Gordon scours the country hunting out historic recipes that pre-date the Khmer Rouge rule.
Malaysia
In Malaysia Gordon’s week is spent under the wing of some of the country’s best female cooks. He’s invited to cook his first Malaysian curry for the Prime Minister, and scales great heights to find the key ingredient to birds nest soup.
Thailand
Gordon is in Thailand, home of the UK’s fastest growing favourite food. Before he’s made it out of Bangkok Thailand’s most celebrated TV Chefs signs Gordon up to a battle of the chefs on his TV show at the end of the week.
