In this sizzling summer episode of Kitchen Tales, Colline and Rhona welcome special guest Zee, a freelance chef and Colline’s partner, known for his calm under pressure and barbecue mastery.

Zee shares how he transitioned from marketing graduate to professional chef, cutting his teeth in grill houses and restaurant kitchens across Hertfordshire before moving into private catering. He opens up about the realities of cooking live for hundreds, why he prefers private events over restaurant service, and how staying calm and focused is the secret ingredient to success.

From planning a 400-person event to grilling perfectly tender short ribs, Zee explains why marinating meat matters, how to avoid BBQ disasters, and what it really takes to work under heat—literally and figuratively. Plus, the trio chat Aga fails, coriander love/hate, and the unexpected joy of a weeknight roast.

If you’ve ever wondered what it's really like behind the grill at your favourite summer party—or if you're thinking of turning your kitchen skills into a business—this one’s for you.

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