Flaming Feasts is a BBC One food and travel series that celebrates the art of cooking with fire while exploring the rich culinary heritage of Wales. The programme follows chef Chris Roberts as he journeys across towns, coastlines and rural landscapes, discovering local ingredients and traditions that inspire bold, flame-cooked dishes. Each episode combines outdoor adventure with hands-on cooking, often set against dramatic natural backdrops that reflect the rugged character of the region.
At its core, the show focuses on open-fire cooking techniques, with Roberts using his signature “flamebasting” style to prepare everything from seafood to large-scale meat feasts. Unlike conventional kitchen-based programmes, Flaming Feasts embraces the unpredictability of cooking outdoors, with wind, weather and terrain all influencing the process. This approach gives the series a raw, energetic feel, turning each cook into both a culinary and physical challenge.
Each episode is rooted in a specific location, where Roberts meets local producers, farmers and food artisans to learn about the region’s unique food culture. From oyster harvesting in coastal towns to mountain-inspired lamb dishes, the show highlights the connection between land, community and cuisine. These interactions add depth to the programme, showcasing not just recipes but the stories and people behind the ingredients.
The show is hosted by Chris Roberts, also known as “Flamebaster,” a Welsh chef renowned for his passion for live-fire cooking. Roberts brings energy, creativity and a strong sense of place to the series, drawing on his roots in Wales to connect with local communities and ingredients.
His cooking style is hands-on and theatrical, often involving large-scale outdoor setups and ambitious culinary challenges. As both guide and storyteller, he plays a central role in shaping the show’s identity, blending expertise with enthusiasm to create a distinctive and engaging viewing experience.
