The BEST episodes directed by Dan Clapton
#1 - South Wales, Sandra (5)
Come Dine with Me - Season 2026 - Episode 10
Sandra's going in heavy on the cream and mushrooms... a risky move as no one really likes them! But could her night be the crème de la crème and can she bag the cash?
#2 - South Wales, Richard (2)
Come Dine with Me - Season 2026 - Episode 7
Richard hosts at his pub and sets the bar high with his terrific tartlets, sensational sea bass and crowd-pleasing cheesecake. As his guests take over the dartboard, can Richard hit the bullseye?
#3 - Stroud, Elliot
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 12
Second host Elliot has made a good impression on one of his guests, but others are annoyed by simmering dinner table tensions and boastful claims - about livestock.
#4 - Stroud, Kate
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 15
There’s rice rivalry on the final night, as radio presenter Kate serves up a risotto similar to Mel’s. But can Kate’s magical table decoration bag her the grand?
#5 - North London, Michael
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 17
Animation graduate Michael pulls out all the stops with his homemade pasta and chocolate fondant, but it’s his entertainment that really leaves a lasting impression…
#6 - North London, Melissa
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 20
PR executive Melissa hopes that her menu of Greek Cypriot classics will guarantee her guests a smashing time - but can anyone pronounce her starters?
#7 - Huddersfield, Iram
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 28
Iram hosts her first-ever dinner party with an evening of classic Pakistani home cooking and some banging bhangra. Is it all too much for the rookie cook?
#8 - Huddersfield, Brilliance
Come Dine with Me - Season 2023 - Episode 29
Brilliance treats her guests to a taste of her native Zimbabwe, with colourful fare, traditional Zulu dancing and chicken like they’ve never experienced before…
#9 - Bedfordshire / Cambridgeshire, Martina (3)
Come Dine with Me - Season 2026 - Episode 18
On night three, Martina serves up Thai curries and poached pears, but one of her guests doesn't like spice or fruit!
#10 - Bedfordshire / Cambridgeshire, Shane (4)
Come Dine with Me - Season 2026 - Episode 19
Fourth host Shane creates an ambitious Jamaican menu. It's a triumph! And his strong gin martinis also raise the bar.