Where do we go from here? - Episode 3 - Ainsley Harriott

In this episode of Where Do We Go From Here?, Ainsley Harriott shares stories from an incredible career, from Ready Steady Cook to becoming one of Britain’s most recognisable chefs. He talks about his Jamaican family, his love of food and the challenges of being a Black, classically trained chef who was often expected to fit into a box. His approach? “Find the love.” A warm, funny and honest conversation about resilience, representation and choosing to see the glass as half full. For more information on Refuge and Bright Young Dreams please visit https://tric.org.uk/charities-we-help/ Chapters 00:53 Welcome 02:00 The name, the uncles and the entrance 04:21 Can't Cook, Won't Cook and Ready Steady Cook 07:40 "We thought you'd do something Caribbean" 10:52 Classical training vs the fun chef box 13:40 Handling it without becoming the angry black man 16:56 Building a family on set 19:31 School, mum, and the piano at home 25:33 The chefs Ainsley inspired 29:18 How much has changed — and what's still uncomfortable 34:44 Mindset, the news, and letting go 37:02 Charity links and thank yous