Couples Come Dine with Me

Kirsty and Gary, Rita and Hugh, and Maxine and Lee are three couples who each aim to outdo one another by organising the ideal dinner party in Nottinghamshire. Their goal is to impress each other with a flawless evening of food and hospitality.

Nottinghamshire is a programme classified as an episode, set within the county of the same name. It follows a light‑hearted premise centred on three couples who each aim to showcase their hospitality. The show’s format focuses on the interactions and plans that develop as the characters prepare for a shared event. The core of the story sees Kirsty and Gary, Rita and Hugh, and Maxine and Lee each striving to out‑shine the others by organising the perfect dinner party. Their collective goal is to impress one another, turning the evening into a friendly contest of culinary skill and hosting flair. The narrative follows the couples as they coordinate menus, décor and timing, all in the pursuit of a flawless gathering. Throughout the episode, the setting remains firmly rooted in Nottinghamshire, providing a familiar backdrop for the couples’ endeavours. Each pair brings its own personality to the planning process, and the tension builds as they compare ideas and anticipate the reactions of the other duos. The focus stays on the preparation and the subtle rivalry that fuels their attempts to create an unforgettable night. By the conclusion, the audience sees how the three couples navigate the pressures of perfection, each hoping their dinner party will stand out as the most impressive. The episode wraps up with the culmination of their efforts, highlighting the lengths they’ll go to in order to win each other’s admiration.