Come Dine with Me (2005)

Episode Overview

This week’s five contestants hail from Ipswich: Zoë Condon, a former pub landlady who candidly shares her thoughts on food; insurance claims technician Barry Davis, known for his strong opinions about people; butcher Gerard King, who enjoys the company of lively personalities; waitress Lisa Quinton, who has a strong aversion to dirt, whether in her own home or elsewhere; and school matron Angie Robertson, a musical theater enthusiast who can't resist singing at any chance. Zoë kicks off the dinner party with a menu featuring gratinéed potatoes with bacon and asparagus as the starter, a shellfish platter for the main, and strawberries in Pimms jelly with Cointreau ice cream for dessert. The group seems to connect well, leaving viewers wondering if the pleasant vibe will carry through the week.