Come Dine with Me

Robin Lockwood, whose flamboyant personality sets the tone, is organising Sheffield’s first dinner party. For the occasion he is devising a traditional British menu that will showcase a freshly shot grouse alongside other classic dishes, highlighting the city’s emerging culinary scene.

Sheffield 1/5 is presented as a programme in the form of an episode, set against the backdrop of the city of Sheffield. It follows the conventions of a typical television instalment, offering viewers a glimpse into a specific event organised within the locale. The central focus of the episode is the flamboyant Robin Lockwood, who takes on the role of host for Sheffield’s inaugural dinner party. Lockwood’s planning revolves around a classic British menu, and a key feature of the spread is a freshly shot grouse, highlighting the traditional culinary choices he aims to showcase. Lockwood’s larger‑than‑life personality drives the tone of the gathering, with his flamboyance evident in both the selection of dishes and the overall atmosphere of the evening. The emphasis on a traditional British fare underscores his desire to honour culinary heritage while still delivering a memorable experience for his guests. By staging the first dinner party of its kind in Sheffield, the episode captures a moment of novelty for the city. The inclusion of the freshly sourced grouse serves as a focal point for the menu, reinforcing the programme’s attention to authentic, time‑honoured British cooking within a newly created social setting.