Couples Come Dine with Me

In Berkshire, cultured Eveleen and former thespian Michael compete with Leanne and Ricci, who have a 22-year age gap between them, and history buff Paul and his fiancée Natasha.

In Berkshire, cultured Eveleen and former thespian Michael compete with Leanne and Ricci, who have a 22-year age gap between them, and history buff Paul and his fiancée Natasha.

Janine and singing salesman Steve serve German food in West Yorkshire. Chloe and Adam host their first ever dinner party. But ex-pro boxer Denzil doesn't pull any punches with his feedback.

In Bedfordshire, there's posh nosh, a controversial goat curry, mystery and magic, as three couples put their hosting skills to the test.

In Nottingham, there's belching, balloon bursting, gargling games and 'slimy' food, as three couples put their hosting skills to the test.

In Staffordshire, Jodie and Ben serve a risky starter of lamb tartare. Dave and Siân deliver show tunes with their food. And will Michelle's straight-talking ruin her and Matt's chances?

In Staffordshire, Jodie and Ben serve a risky starter of lamb tartare. Dave and Siân deliver show tunes with their food. And will Michelle's straight-talking ruin her and Matt's chances?

In Manchester, Carl and his German wife Anja serve up a meal inspired by Anja's homeland, while Leroy and Hayley cook Caribbean. But can Sangeeta and Sreekanth dance their way to the prize?

In Essex, Callum and Alison put together a fun-filled menu, despite Callum's not-so-cheery nature. And there's an outburst over the Essex dialect during dessert at Mike and Carol's.

In Nottingham, there are experimental menus, a compost loo and a stately home, as three couples - including competitive accountants and sustainable food growers - go head to head.

In Derby, there's posh nosh, confident cooks, and a host dressed as a hot dog, as three couples compete to throw the best dinner party.

In Derby, there's posh nosh, confident cooks, and a host dressed as a hot dog, as three couples compete to throw the best dinner party.

In Northampton, Pam and Glenn's Spanish food gets a grilling from their guests, Victoria and Delroy serve up Caribbean cuisine, and Wendy and Mark's night doesn't go to plan...

In the West Midlands, Sarah and Jack plan a 'clean-living' menu and a silent disco, Liz and Martin cook an Italian feast, and Carl and Sonya serve up pub grub and a big surprise...

In the West Country, there are disastrous dishes and a peculiar pantomime performance, as handyman Sam and his wife Kate take on festival fans Aron and Kath, and farmers Kate and Colin.

In south London, there are romantic gestures, a chatterbox guest and more than a few raised eyebrows, as three rival couples compete to host the best dinner party.

In south London, there are romantic gestures, a chatterbox guest and more than a few raised eyebrows, as three rival couples compete to host the best dinner party.

In Essex, there are fussy eaters, unwanted opinions and some very distinctive Japanese food, as three couples put their hosting skills to the test.

In Glasgow, Michael and confectioner Carly plan to sweeten up their guests, Ang and Tom's food fails to meet Irene's high standards, and laird Davey makes a gobsmacking confession.

In Somerset, Jacqueline and Stephen's taste of the Med competes with Jess and Fred's Portuguese menu, and Rob and Simon's homegrown grub, in a week featuring dancing and a royal revelation.

There's a dessert based on Tower Bridge, a starter that resembles a rugby pitch, trusty lists and over-the-top behaviour, as three couples compete in south west London. [SL]

There's a dessert based on Tower Bridge, a starter that resembles a rugby pitch, trusty lists and over-the-top behaviour, as three couples compete in south west London.

In the Midlands, loud and proud Fay and Wayne play it safe with comfort food, retired couple Rob and Maz serve up nouvelle cuisine and Sam and Tony dazzle their guests with a glitzy soirée.

In Cambridge, Willie and Julie serve up a hearty but simple menu. Jeavon and Steve's 'healthy' food isn't to everyone's taste. And Rica and Lynne take a risk with a boar main course.

In Glasgow, Melanie and David's Celtic-fusion food takes on the two Kennys' Mexican menu, and Ami and Stuart's Scottish cuisine, in a week featuring bagpipes and an awkward confrontation.