Come Dine With Me took an unexpected turn during the final instalment of the week in Cardiff when contestant Pete was accused of stealing. The chiropractor hosted the last evening for fellow competitors Angharad, Claire, Charlotte and David, hoping to secure top scores with a menu featuring Glamorgan sausages and lemon posset.
Edible Flowers Spark Controversy
As guests enjoyed their meals, Pete offered edible flowers, prompting Angharad to ask where they came from. When Pete revealed he picked them near Llandaff Cathedral, Angharad jokingly accused him of theft, saying: "You stole it!" Pete defended himself, insisting the flowers were gathered from alongside a public footpath. David noted he often walked his dog there, while Claire questioned whether the flowers were properly washed.
Scrutiny Over Homemade Claims
The evening faced further scrutiny when guests learned Pete used ready-made pastry for one course instead of making it from scratch. Despite the playful grilling, feedback remained overwhelmingly positive, with diners praising Pete's cooking and hosting skills.
Viewer Reactions Online
The Cardiff episodes, first aired last year and repeated this week, divided viewers online. One Facebook user defended shop-bought pastry, saying ready-made puff or filo pastry is perfectly reasonable. Another responded that while homemade shortcrust or puff is achievable, filo is notoriously difficult, so buying it is common.
Come Dine With Me Legacy
First airing on Channel 4 in January 2005, Come Dine With Me has become one of Britain's longest-running reality shows, regularly attracting over a million viewers per episode. Spin-offs include Celebrity Come Dine With Me, couples and festive specials. The show airs weekdays at 6:30pm on Channel 4.
