Come Dine with Me

Rod, who works as a travel manager and also performs as a part‑time comedian, is hosting the inaugural Sussex party. He presents a thorough and intricate menu for the attendees, yet the gathering surprisingly contains very few jokes throughout the evening.

The broadcast titled Sussex 1/5 is presented as a programme in the episode format. It forms part of a series that follows various regional gatherings, with this particular instalment focusing on the county of Sussex. As an episode, it is structured to showcase a single event, offering viewers a snapshot of the occasion rather than an extended narrative. At the centre of the episode is Rod, who works as a travel manager and also performs as a part‑time comedian. He takes on the role of host for the inaugural party organised in Sussex, arranging a menu that is both extensive and intricate. Despite his comedic background, the gathering is marked by an unexpected scarcity of jokes, creating a contrast between the elaborate culinary offering and the relatively sober humour. The episode therefore presents a situation where Rod’s dual professional identities intersect, yet the comedic element remains notably subdued. Viewers are shown the complexity of the dishes served, underscoring the thoroughness of the menu planning, while the lack of humour stands out as an unexpected feature of the event. This juxtaposition forms the core of the programme’s focus, highlighting the disparity between culinary ambition and the anticipated levity from a comedian host.