Come Dine with Me

In the fourth instalment of the Northampton series, party enthusiast Barb Wiles organises a dinner gathering in the local area. She aims to impress her guests with an Australian‑inspired menu, out‑shine rival hosts and secure the £1,000 prize as part of the prize‑winning challenge.

Northampton 4/5 is an episode‑style programme that follows a series of competitive dinner parties set in the Northampton area. Each instalment showcases a different host as they try to out‑cook and out‑entertain their rivals, with a cash prize on offer for the most impressive spread. The format keeps the focus on the host’s preparation, the guests’ reactions and the final judgement that determines who walks away with the reward. In this particular edition, the spotlight falls on Barb Wiles, a self‑described party‑lover who’s now staging her fourth dinner gathering in the Northampton region. Barb has chosen an Australian‑themed menu, hoping the flavours and presentation will dazzle the attendees. Her aim is twofold: to wow the guests with a memorable culinary experience and to secure the £1,000 prize that accompanies a successful dinner party. Barb’s enthusiasm for hosting is evident throughout the episode, as she balances the pressures of competition with her love of celebration. The Australian motif guides her choice of dishes, and she’s keen to see whether the theme resonates with the diners. Success would not only bring the cash reward but also cement her reputation as a standout host within the Northampton dinner‑party circuit.