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Irish Independent
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Eclipse, The Violent Men and America's Sweethearts
Mark Moriarty: Cook Like a Chef RTÉ One, 8pm On the menu this week are baba ghanoush with grilled focaccia, barbecue striploin steak with a béarnaise sauce and a classic Caesar salad and, last but not least, burnt Basque cheesecake with dressed berries. Mark Moriarty: Cook Like a Chef The Repair Shop on the Road BBC One, 8pm Dominic Chinea and Lucia Scalisi visit Glasgow to help a local blacksmith and her apprentice re-gild the local cathedral's weathervane. A mask also needs painting conservator Lucia's expertise. Race Across the World Race Across the World BBC One, 9pm Six months after completing their epic journey across China, Nepal and India, the five couples reunite to discuss their experiences. There's a chance for viewers to watch previously unseen footage too. The Eclipse TG4, 11.15pm New French mystery thriller set within a picturesque rural community in the Aubrac region. As the locals gather to celebrate a forthcoming eclipse, tragedy strikes, and it's up to local police officers Manue and Johanna, who have a personal connection to the case, to investigate. The Violent Men The Violent Men Film4, 2.50pm Western starring Edward G Robinson as a ruthless cattle baron whose bullying ways drive his wife away and earn him the enmity of a civil war veteran. Barbara Stanwyck, Glenn Ford and Brian Keith head the excellent supporting cast. Yolanthe Prime Video, streaming now Some eyeball bubblegum in the form of Netflix's 'first Dutch reality series'. It follows Yolanthe Cabau as she builds a life in LA with Wesley Sneijder's son. America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Netflix, streaming now Expect gussets galore and grinning faces all over your Netflix landing page for the foreseeable. The creators of Cheer and Last Chance U bring you season two of the auditions. We Were Liars We Were Liars Prime Video, streaming now Based on E Lockhart's YA 2014 book. You can guess the rest. Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem Netflix, streaming now Initially dismissed as a joke by politicians and the media alike, Rob Ford's unexpected 2010 Toronto mayoral election bid defied expectations with a stunning landslide victory. However, his administration soon spiralled into chaos, marred by scandals and allegations of hard drug use, igniting an international media frenzy. Rob was 15 years too early; no one would bat an eyelid nowadays. Trainwreck: Mayor of Mayhem Sally Disney+, streaming now Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space, but behind her serene exterior lay a deeply personal story. For 27 years, she shared her life with writer and professional tennis player Tam O'Shaughnessy, who now unveils the untold journey of their relationship in this Cristina Costantini-directed film. American Thunder American Thunder Prime Video, streaming now Celebrating its 100th anniversary in June 2023, the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans — one of motorsports' most prestigious endurance races — introduced an unexpected competitor: stock car aficionados Nascar. As for what they brought to proceedings? A Chevrolet Camaro to compete against cutting-edge Ferrari and Porsche prototypes in this almost fabled, gruelling test of long-distance racing. Competing at Le Mans was the lifelong dream of Nascar chairman and CEO Jim France. As such, he brought in Hendrick Motorsports, the most successful team in Nascar history, to build and race the car (which, again, was a Camaro). On the plus side, he also enlisted the help of elite drivers Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson and Mike Rockenfeller. Over the course of 18 months, this team transformed a car built for (at most) three-hour oval track races in the US into one capable of surviving the relentless 24-hour challenge. Deep Cover Deep Cover Prime Video, streaming now Not to be mistaken for the 1990s movie starring Fishburne and Goldblum, this film is about an improv teacher and her two students posing as criminals to slip into London's underworld. Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, Nick Mohammed and Sean Bean have their work cut out for them to make this fly. Return to the Wild Return to the Wild Disney+, streaming now Famed as 'the greatest living explorer', Sir Ranulph 'Ran' Fiennes joins his cousin, actor Joseph Fiennes (no sign of brother Ralph, unfortunately), on a breathtaking journey through British Columbia. As they navigate its rugged terrain, they reflect on Ran's legendary expeditions, his battle with Parkinson's, and the deepening bond forged through their shared adventure. Echo Valley AppleTV+, streaming now Julianne Moore and Domhnall Gleeson are getting all the work of late. Both co-star in this thriller about a mother who will do anything to keep her drug-addled daughter 'safe' (including body disposal). Written by Brad Ingelsby ( Mare of Easttown ), this moody (if a tad predictable) number stars Sydney Sweeney alongside 'dad' Kyle MacLachlan and Fiona Shaw.
Irish Independent
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: Race Across the World, National Anthem and Criminal Code
Nationwide RTÉ One, 7pm The Bielenberg family from Co Wicklow now run a farm but, in this edition of the programme, discuss the part their German relatives played during World War Two, which involved a plot to kill Adolf Hitler. Mark Moriarty: Cook Like a Chef RTÉ One, 8pm The chef collects seven ingredients – chicken, chicory, peanuts, chilli, dark chocolate, mascarpone and spring onions – and creates a trio of recipes. But which will you make first – piri-piri chicken with charred lemon and chicory, kung pau chicken or tiramisu brownies? Race Across the World BBC One, 9pm Seven hours now separate the teams, with just two stages left to complete. They're now heading for Panaji, the tiny capital of Goa, which initially seems like a straightforward journey, but with so many different routes available, the duos are left wondering which will be the best. National Anthem Film4, 11.20pm Compelling drama starring Charlie Plummer as a construction worker dreaming of a new life. In need of cash, he accepts a job on a ranch run by a group of gay rodeo performers, and soon finds himself attracted to their laidback attitude. Dept. Q Netflix, streaming now DCI Carl Morck may be an excellent investigator, but there's no hiding from the fact that he's a terrible co-worker. There's the small matter of his scathing sarcasm, which has left him without a single friend in the Edinburgh police force. Then there's the rather more serious issue of him having fatally shot a young officer and permanently injured his partner. Unsurprisingly enough, following this tragic turn of events, Morck is relegated to Department Q: a cold-case unit which was created as a publicity stunt. Although the force is thrilled to see Carl go, he soon sets about assembling a group of outcasts who are all keen to prove themselves. Yes, it does sound a bit like Slow Horses, which is quite the gauntlet for Netflix to throw. Only time will tell if it's worthy of comparison. With yer man from Leap Year (Matthew Goode) essentially playing a hybrid of Gary Oldman's Jackson Lamb and Jack Lowden's River Cartwright, I wouldn't hold my breath. A Widow's Game Netflix, streaming now Picture it: August 2017. In a Valencia parking lot, a man is found stabbed seven times. The city's Homicide Group, led by a veteran inspector, races to solve the case, which appears to be a crime of passion. Their investigation soon takes a shocking turn, pointing to an unlikely suspect: Maje, the victim's seemingly sweet and stoic widow, married to him for less than a year. Mission: Impossible Fest Disney+, streaming now We can never get enough of the Mission: Impossible movies, it seems. You can now watch all the prequels to the recently released The Final Reckoning if you're so inclined. Bono: Stories of Surrender Apple TV+, streaming now Behold Bono's one-man stage show, exploring the personal experiences that have shaped him as a son, father, husband and activist. Oh, and as one of the planet's biggest rock stars. If Owen Wilson's signature shtick is more to your liking, The Stick lands Wednesday. Good Boy Prime Video, streaming now In order to combat crime in a perilous underworld, a group of former medal-winning athletes exchange the podium for police badges. In an exciting, action-packed ride, Yun Dong-ju (Park Bo-gum) and his group battle a formidable criminal syndicate. Also on Prime Video, we have season 2 of The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, courtesy of producers Maya Rudolph and Natasha Lyonne. The Better Sister Prime Video, streaming now D'you know what society needs? More portrayals of women being pitted against each other. Based on Alafair Burke's novel, however, this eight-part thriller attempts to turn things. When media executive Chloe (Jessica Biel) and her estranged sister Nicky (Elizabeth Banks) are reunited after a murder, they must unravel long-buried family secrets to uncover the truth. Criminal Code Netflix, streaming now Season 2 of the Brazilian action series inspired by real crimes sees an elite Federal Police unit take on a ruthless gang in a high-stakes battle. For a telenovela twist, The Heart Knows follows a man who unknowingly falls for his heart donor's widow. Yep. Power Moves with Shaquille O'Neal Netflix, streaming now NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson were among the biggest names sporting Reebok in the '90s. Now, O'Neal is trying to revive the brand's legacy and find a rising star to rep it (his son being among the potential candidates).
RTÉ News
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Mark Moriarty on making the most out of your pantry staples
Mark Moriarty: Cook Like a Chef airs Wednesdays, 14 May, at 8pm on RTÉ One. Every year, between TV shows, cookbooks, columns, commercial work and special events, chef Mark Moriarty comes up with approximately 320 recipes. Which is to say, he knows a thing or two about tackling the endless cycle of making lunches and dinners to suit a variety of tastebuds. With his new show, Cook Like a Chef, he hopes to share his trade secrets and get the nation cooking smarter: "We're trying to treat the home kitchen like I would the restaurant kitchen". Far from making dinner times an anxiety-filled circus à la The Bear, Moriarty says he will be showing people how to make cost-effective decisions and time-saving tricks the way a business would. "Here's how you turn seven ingredients into three wildly different dishes, making sure we don't waste a cent of anything, which is what would have been drilled into me over years and years of working in kitchens." Unlike some cookery shows, which may have you searching speciality stores for unusual seasonings, this series is all about using basics: potatoes, butter, cream, and the few bits and bobs in your spice rack. Looking at the previous year's supermarket statistics, Mark uncovers the nation's most popular picks and uses them as inspiration for his recipes. "It's chicken breasts, dry pasta, potatoes, carrots," he lists. "It means, no matter what I cook, I know that people actually have these ingredients in their fridge, so it's going to be relevant to everyone watching." As well as using up pantry staples, Mark hopes to inspire viewers to use those often-bought but rarely-used well ingredients that lurk inside our kitchen cabinets. "What makes restaurant foods so great is the little touches at the end - the dash of vinegar or lemon in the sauce or the grind of pepper on the meat," he adds. With these simple recipes, that bottle of Dijon mustard or bottle of balsamic vinegar will finally be put to good use. Each week's episode will feature two hearty main courses along with one smaller dish that aims to use up any leftovers that may otherwise end up in the bin. "It's the kind of recipe that will use up that last chicken breast and the wilting herbs in the bottom of your fridge," he explains. "In the restaurant, that would always be turned into staff food because you just can't afford to waste anything." The first episode, which airs on Wednesday, 14 May, will feature a speedy Mongolian stir-fried beef mince followed by flaky Argentinian-style empanadas, and a Tart pissaladière, layering savoury pastry with sweet caramelised onions, olives, and cheese. As well as cutting down on food waste, Moriarty hopes that these recipes will help home cooks cut down on time in the kitchen. "In the first episode, we fry off Mongolian stir-fried beef with rice that I throw into a steamer in a Pyrex bowl and then forget about it for 20-25 minutes. That's a good time-saving hack. "Then, with the leftover mince, I grated some cheese into it and rolled it into puff pastry from the freezer and baked them off - little Argentenian empanandas - and then they went into the fridge because they can be used for lunches in the school box or going to work the next day." "You're batch cooking the mince and getting two great meals out of it". That's one very smart shop.
