大象传媒

World food expert Ghillie Basan talks about the history and origins of rice - an everyday foodstuff we take for granted but which has rapidly become the staple food of about half the world's population.

Cook and food anthropologist Peggy Brunache shares some ideas for Caribbean rice dishes and food writer Sue Lawrence talks about some traditional uses of rice closer to home. Plus discovering how to cook the perfect rice and the best uses for leftover rice.

Chef John Quigley demonstrates how to make a simple, spicy jambalaya dish.

If you think having friends round for dinner is going to leave you seriously stressed or out of pocket, let the Kitchen Caf茅 team show you how to spread the cost and workload - welcome to the cost-effective dinner party where everything is shared!