Tour de Fred

Fred Sirieix pedals his way through the counties of Waterford and Cork, immersing himself in local scene. He rides along coastal stretches and backroads, letting the landscape of each county pass by. While in an Irish‑speaking community he takes part in a lively singing session, sharing in region’s musical tradition. The session, performed wholly in Irish, lets him connect with the community’s linguistic heritage. His enthusiasm for the past doesn’t go unnoticed; it leads him to a rewarding visit to Spike Island, where his love of history is acknowledged. On Spike Island he wanders among historic remnants, a satisfying conclusion to his curiosity. The episode follows his journey across two counties, blending communal song with a touch of heritage exploration.

Fred Sirieix pedals his way through the counties of Waterford and Cork, immersing himself in local scene. He rides along coastal stretches and backroads, letting the landscape of each county pass by. While in an Irish‑speaking community he takes part in a lively singing session, sharing in region’s musical tradition. The session, performed wholly in Irish, lets him connect with the community’s linguistic heritage. His enthusiasm for the past doesn’t go unnoticed; it leads him to a rewarding visit to Spike Island, where his love of history is acknowledged. On Spike Island he wanders among historic remnants, a satisfying conclusion to his curiosity. The episode follows his journey across two counties, blending communal song with a touch of heritage exploration.

In the second‑to‑last leg of his food‑focused journey, Fred Sirieix arrives on the north coast. Here he picks up a golf club for the first time, giving the sport a go while still keeping his palate at the fore. The coastal backdrop provides a serene setting for both his tentative swing and the conversations about farming. The episode also turns its attention to the possibilities of regenerative farming, with Fred looking at how this approach could shape the next chapter of agriculture. By combining a fresh sporting challenge with a look at sustainable food production, the programme paints a picture of a region where tradition and innovation sit side by side.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

Fred Sirieix hits the streets and roads of Cork City, putting his endurance to the test with a cycling challenge. He tackles the steep ascent of St Patrick’s Hill, one of the city’s most recognisable climbs, pedalling up the famous slope. The episode follows Fred as he navigates the urban landscape, pushing his stamina while riding through the bustling neighbourhoods before confronting the demanding hill. By the end of the ride, his effort on this iconic Cork landmark showcases just how far he’ll go when the city’s terrain turns into a personal fitness test. The ride captures the lively atmosphere of Cork, with its narrow lanes and vibrant streets providing a lively backdrop for the challenge.

In the second‑to‑last leg of his food‑focused journey, Fred Sirieix arrives on the north coast. Here he picks up a golf club for the first time, giving the sport a go while still keeping his palate at the fore. The coastal backdrop provides a serene setting for both his tentative swing and the conversations about farming. The episode also turns its attention to the possibilities of regenerative farming, with Fred looking at how this approach could shape the next chapter of agriculture. By combining a fresh sporting challenge with a look at sustainable food production, the programme paints a picture of a region where tradition and innovation sit side by side.

The last stop on Fred Sirieix’s culinary expedition brings him to the city of Londonderry, which is in the midst of its annual Halloween celebrations that draw locals and visitors alike. As the town erupts in colour and sound, Fred finds himself amid the bustling streets that are alive with the festival’s distinctive atmosphere. Rather than simply observing, he throws himself into the heart of the event, moving to the beat and dancing his way along the parade route. His steps carry him through the procession, blending his own energy with that of the crowd as the Halloween parade rolls on through the city in a festive swirl of colour.

The last stop on Fred Sirieix’s culinary expedition brings him to the city of Londonderry, which is in the midst of its annual Halloween celebrations that draw locals and visitors alike. As the town erupts in colour and sound, Fred finds himself amid the bustling streets that are alive with the festival’s distinctive atmosphere. Rather than simply observing, he throws himself into the heart of the event, moving to the beat and dancing his way along the parade route. His steps carry him through the procession, blending his own energy with that of the crowd as the Halloween parade rolls on through the city in a festive swirl of colour.

In this episode, Fred Sirieix teams up with his daughter, Andrea Spendolini‑Sirieix, an Olympic‑medal‑winning diver, as they embark on a series of cycling excursions across the scenic roads of West Cork. Together they pedal through the countryside, exploring the area’s landscape while sharing moments together. The duo’s ride showcases the region’s charm, with each leg of the journey offering a glimpse of the coastal and rural scenery. Their partnership on the bike highlights a blend of family connection and athletic spirit, set against West Cork’s picturesque backdrop. The winding lanes and fresh sea breezes add a lively rhythm to their ride, keeping the pace enjoyable.

In this episode, Fred Sirieix teams up with his daughter, Andrea Spendolini‑Sirieix, an Olympic‑medal‑winning diver, as they embark on a series of cycling excursions across the scenic roads of West Cork. Together they pedal through the countryside, exploring the area’s landscape while sharing moments together. The duo’s ride showcases the region’s charm, with each leg of the journey offering a glimpse of the coastal and rural scenery. Their partnership on the bike highlights a blend of family connection and athletic spirit, set against West Cork’s picturesque backdrop. The winding lanes and fresh sea breezes add a lively rhythm to their ride, keeping the pace enjoyable.

Fred Sirieix sets off on a culinary adventure across Northern Ireland, beginning his quest in the rugged Mourne Mountains. Along the way he hunts for the region’s most closely guarded food treasures, sampling hidden dishes and local flavours that many travellers miss. The programme follows his journey as he uncovers these secret culinary gems, offering viewers a taste of the country’s lesser‑known gastronomic delights. From mountain cafés to hidden roadside stalls, he meets the people behind each recipe, learning the stories that give the dishes their character. Each stop reveals a slice of Northern Irish culture, proving that great food often lies off the beaten path.

Fred Sirieix takes on a cycling trek that runs from Castle Ward all the way to Portaferry, mixing road riding with a stretch that follows the water. The route forces him to navigate both land and sea passages, testing his stamina and adaptability. The coastal sections provide views of the surrounding countryside and the lough, while the inland stretches wind through fields and stone walls. Along the way, he also picks up a new culinary skill, learning how to bake potato bread from scratch. Baking the potato bread gives him a glimpse into a time‑honoured Irish tradition. The episode follows his progress as he balances the rigour of the ride with the experience of mastering this simple, yet satisfying, Irish staple.

Fred Sirieix’s most recent stop on his culinary road‑show brings him to the Northern Irish capital. In this episode he explores Belfast’s cultural landmarks, beginning with a visit to Titanic Belfast, the striking visitor attraction that tells the story of the famous liner. He then heads to the International Wall, another iconic site in the city. The programme follows his gastronomic tour as he samples local flavours while weaving through these two well‑known attractions, both renowned for their historical significance and popularity among tourists, offering viewers a taste of Belfast’s heritage alongside its food scene. The episode showcases how culinary experiences can intertwine with the city’s landmark sites.

The last stop on Fred Sirieix’s culinary expedition brings him to the city of Londonderry, which is in the midst of its annual Halloween celebrations that draw locals and visitors alike. As the town erupts in colour and sound, Fred finds himself amid the bustling streets that are alive with the festival’s distinctive atmosphere. Rather than simply observing, he throws himself into the heart of the event, moving to the beat and dancing his way along the parade route. His steps carry him through the procession, blending his own energy with that of the crowd as the Halloween parade rolls on through the city in a festive swirl of colour.

In this episode, Fred Sirieix teams up with his daughter, Andrea Spendolini‑Sirieix, an Olympic‑medal‑winning diver, as they embark on a series of cycling excursions across the scenic roads of West Cork. Together they pedal through the countryside, exploring the area’s landscape while sharing moments together. The duo’s ride showcases the region’s charm, with each leg of the journey offering a glimpse of the coastal and rural scenery. Their partnership on the bike highlights a blend of family connection and athletic spirit, set against West Cork’s picturesque backdrop. The winding lanes and fresh sea breezes add a lively rhythm to their ride, keeping the pace enjoyable.

In this episode, Fred Sirieix teams up with his daughter, Andrea Spendolini‑Sirieix, an Olympic‑medal‑winning diver, as they embark on a series of cycling excursions across the scenic roads of West Cork. Together they pedal through the countryside, exploring the area’s landscape while sharing moments together. The duo’s ride showcases the region’s charm, with each leg of the journey offering a glimpse of the coastal and rural scenery. Their partnership on the bike highlights a blend of family connection and athletic spirit, set against West Cork’s picturesque backdrop. The winding lanes and fresh sea breezes add a lively rhythm to their ride, keeping the pace enjoyable.