Swindon and Marlborough. The first host, super-confident software sales rep Simon, hopes to impress with a night full of charm and hearty, home-cooked food. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Swindon and Marlborough. Business consultant Linda serves a game-based menu including pheasant and venison, and pastry swans. But Simon puts the cat among the pigeons... (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Swindon and Marlborough. Expectations are high as drama teacher Ben serves up a Middle Eastern and Asian menu. Simon raises eyebrows when he calls the group 'vanilla'. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Swindon and Marlborough. Ex-military police officer Debs treats her guests to a medieval feast of local legends, including 'flying monk' and 'lamb leg of barmaid-gobbled tiger'. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Stoke-on-Trent. Policewoman Claire Crank is the host. Trouble flares up when Tracey says she only likes the best quality beef and declines to try the meat Claire has cooked. (Ep2/5) [S]
Stoke-on-Trent. Lad-about-town Rob is sure he's in with a chance of winning the £1000 prize, despite rarely cooking and never having hosted a dinner party before. (Ep3/5) [S]
Stoke-on-Trent. Beauty parlour owner Michelle hopes her gourmet menu will impress her guests, but after last night's argument over Tracey's picky behaviour, everyone is wary. (Ep4/5) [S]
Stoke-on-Trent. The final supper is hosted by city councillor Matt. Michelle thinks it's fancy dress and arrives wearing a pineapple. But can she get an apology from Tracey? (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. Glamorous mum and teacher Katie hopes to charm her guests with an evening of beauty revelations, cocktail shaking and hearty homemade food. Will she get top marks? (Ep1/5) [S]
Bolton. Glamorous mum and teacher Katie hopes to charm her guests with an evening of beauty revelations, cocktail shaking and hearty homemade food. Will she get top marks? (Ep1/5) [S]
Birmingham. Lady of leisure Daniela is pinning her hopes on an Italian-inspired menu. All goes well until Daniela discovers her lobster is too big to fit in her pan. (Ep2/5) [S]
Birmingham. Host Angela plans a fun-filled evening for her guests, complete with a limbo competition. But they're more interested in the things they found in her bedroom. (Ep3/5) [S]
Birmingham. The penultimate host is electrician Elliot who, despite a lack of dinner party experience, is planning a top-class menu with two desserts. (Ep4/5) [S]
Birmingham. Devilishly good-looking French foodie Jean-Benoit plans a fabulous four-course menu including a salad of crab in a bird's nest and a blade of beef. (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. Hairdresser and salon owner Shane hopes to impress his guests with a regal evening. But with a less-than-green Thai green curry, will Shane reign or will he be bowing out? (Ep2/5) [S]
Bolton. Hairdresser and salon owner Shane hopes to impress his guests with a regal evening. But with a less-than-green Thai green curry, will Shane reign or will he be bowing out? (Ep2/5) [S]
Bristol. First to host is all-singing, all-dancing theatre darling Richard Hope-Hawkins, whose eclectic menu includes an intriguing Rod Steiger gunge cake. (Ep1/5) [S]
Bristol. Next to host is super-organised primary school teacher Laura Ford, who's leaving nothing to chance and hopes her Balinese curry will be a hit. (Ep2/5) [S]
Bristol. It's the turn of food critic Darryl Bullock to host. His evening takes a nosedive when two guests stumble across a rather unpleasant surprise left by his cat. {Ep3/5) [S]
Bristol. Zoe Kellaway hopes to add a bit of sparkle to the competition with her Pretty in Pink themed dinner party, including a butler in pink hot pants. (Ep4/5) [S]
Bristol. It's the last day of the competition and the turn of Andy Wright to host. He hopes his black-tie party theme in his palatial Victorian flat will bag him the cash. (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. Influencer and model Thandie hopes to excite with her exotic fare. But when one guest takes the catwalk a step too far, can Thandie get her night back on track? (Ep3/5) [S]
Bolton. Influencer and model Thandie hopes to excite with her exotic fare. But when one guest takes the catwalk a step too far, can Thandie get her night back on track? (Ep3/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Polish-born catering supervisor Irena is planning a night of traditional Polish food and entertainment. But her guests aren't thrilled by the prospect of eating cabbage. (Ep2/5) [S]
Edinburgh. It's self-confessed cougar Liz Grant's turn to host. Having flirted with Andy for the last two nights, 'Luscious Liz' is determined to make her move tonight. (Ep3/5) [S]
Edinburgh. It's the final night of the competition and Italian-born food snob Toni is about to launch his specially created Scottish/Italian menu upon his guests. (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. HR manager Jay hopes that keeping things simple can bag her the grand. But when her guests get carried away, will there be more eccentricity than simplicity? (Ep4/5) [S]
Bolton. HR manager Jay hopes that keeping things simple can bag her the grand. But when her guests get carried away, will there be more eccentricity than simplicity? (Ep4/5) [S]
Doncaster. Glamorous insurance worker Zoe Prince hosts, providing an Italian-themed menu. But will her guests know their saltimbocca from their vermicelli? (Ep1/5) [S]
Doncaster. It's chip shop manager Martyn Bilby's turn to host. He pulls out all the stops with his signature 'Swan Lake' dish - a chocolate Âeclair swan on a blue jelly lake. (Ep2/5) [S]
Doncaster. Queen of desserts Tracey Hewer feels sure that she can win over her guests with a barrage of cupcakes, which she's serving in all three courses. (Ep3/5) [S]
Doncaster. Latvian lecturer Signe Jase decides to offer an adventurous menu of delicacies from her homeland, such as herring salad and salted salmon. (Ep4/5) [S]
Doncaster. Amusement arcade supplier Barry Hill is the final host. He plans to channel the spirit of Keith Floyd in his effort to make his dinner party win the £1000 prize. (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. Exuberant financial advisor Louis hopes that his fancy fine dining fare will tempt his guests into giving him the perfect score. Can his puds deliver the goods? (Ep5/5) [S]
Bolton. Exuberant financial advisor Louis hopes that his fancy fine dining fare will tempt his guests into giving him the perfect score. Can his puds deliver the goods? (Ep5/5) [S]
Southend-on-Sea. Dog-mad PA Julie-Ann serves up a surfing theme, with two fish dishes and a surf shack in her garden. There's a shock when glamorous guest Carol reveals her age. (Ep1/5) [S]
Southend-on-Sea. Glamorous grandmother Carol Dolman puts on a dazzling display, on a night featuring saucy discoveries, flirty tango lessons and a wig reveal. (Ep2/5) [S]
Southend-on-Sea. Science teacher and self-confessed geek Damian experiments with a spicy menu and a chemistry demo. But Scott brands his main the worst dish he's ever eaten... (Ep3/5) [S]
Southend-on-Sea. Bartender and self-confessed 'airhead' Steph Barrett hosts a 1940s fancy dress night. But she has to call on her nan to bail her out with a pastry problem. (Ep4/5) [S]
Southend-on-Sea. International DJ Scott Langley hosts with a risky menu and an 'outrageous' dress code. But how will his pigeon main go down with his guests? (Ep5/5) [S]
Cardiff area. On the first night, 26-year-old IT architect Anna serves up classic British cooking with a twist. But her jus proves elusive and her posset provokes confusion. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff area. Charlotte splashes the cash on luxury ingredients. But her floodlit pink house and fancy champagne raise eyebrows, and Anna compares her soufflÂe to scrambled egg. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff area. On the third night of the competition, beautician Claire serves up her favourite dishes - on planks. Because, for some reason, she really, really loves planks... (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff area. Part-time football referee Scott plans a menu of family favourites, with cheese in every course. But tension is running high after last night's drama. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff area. Restaurateur Giovanni plans a menu from his native Italy. But Charlotte wants revenge after he criticised her night, and the other guests think he's trying too hard. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Essex. Fish salesman Dean plans a restaurant-style menu on the final night. A delay to the main leaves tummies rumbling, but Dean has some bizarre entertainment up his sleeve. (Ep5/5) [S]
Essex. No-nonsense bridal shop owner Alison plans a minimum effort, maximum taste menu, on a night featuring surprises, divided opinions and an impromptu singalong. (Ep2/5) [S]
Essex. The first host, events planner Natalie, serves up tried-and-tested dishes with a sprinkle of Essex charm and a decent dose of banter. (Ep1/5) [S]
Hull area. The competition moves to Doncaster, where Tony serves up some countryside cuisine on a final night featuring hit-and-miss food, dirty cutlery and a wolf-whistling hoo-ha. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Hull area. Jayne - the self-proclaimed number one florist in Hull - gives her guests a taste of Spain with her food, flamenco and fiesta. Tony comes dressed as a matador. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Hull area. Dog walking entrepreneur Jordanna hosts a Mexican-themed evening featuring culinary compliments, offers of feet-kissing and some unwanted guests. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Hull area. Computer fanatic Matt hosts the second night, with culinary cock-ups, revelations of scoffing sofas, and sumo shenanigans on the menu. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Hertfordshire. Party-loving Mark hosts the final night with a Greek theme, featuring an action-packed obstacle course around his kitchen and an emotional moment. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Hertfordshire. Guide leader Nicky plans a menu inspired by her dream visit to Asia, on a night featuring complicated cooking, geographical grub and a newspaper fashion show. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Hertfordshire. Showbiz journalist Benjy serves up airline-inspired grub on a night where he captains a plane taking his guests to Gran Canaria - and his gran is the glam cabin crew. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Hertfordshire. Sylvia serves up Mediterranean seafood and Spanish chicken, on a fancy dress 80s night featuring a showstopping Madonna tribute and dance moves nobody was expecting. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Hertfordshire. The first host, bargain hunter Heidi, serves up an adventurous Asian menu. But will her cheap meat and a game that mimics her shopping habits satisfy her guests? (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Edinburgh. Business owner and socialite Maz hopes that her top-notch hosting skills, charm offensive and some fantastic fondue will win her the grand on the final night. (Ep5/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Cabbie Jamie pulls out all the stops with a fine dining menu. But will he impress his guests with his choice of chat and a striptease during a silent disco? (Ep4/5) [S]
Edinburgh. IT manager and occasional stand-up comic Ryan hosts with a menu designed by his friend who's a Michelin-starred chef. But Ryan has no idea how to cook any of it! (Ep3/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Cabin crew trainer Julie plans an evening of Scottish fine dining, including a hearty winter warmer, her grandmother's Cullen skink and a full Scottish pipe band. (Ep2/5) [S]
Edinburgh. The first host, Christian radio DJ and gospel singer Eloho, hopes that her guests will sing her praises after her music-filled evening and traditional Nigerian fare. (Ep1/5) [S]
Brighton. Social worker Ruth serves up a Jewish-Irish fusion menu on a night featuring kitchen chaos, some unexpected veggies and a knicker-nicking, limelight-stealing cat. (Ep5/5) [S]
Brighton. Teacher and surfer Jo treats her guests to a tropical-themed evening featuring some hit-and-miss food, a dessert drama and a cheeky massage thrown in for good measure. (Ep4/5) [S]
Brighton. Retired advertising sales director Gill hosts with a Middle Eastern menu and a fun dress code, on a night featuring unexpected revelations and some very honest feedback. (Ep3/5) [S]
Brighton. Copywriter Will is confident that his veggie menu will trump Adam's from the night before. But there are some fishy goings-on and Will's risotto is upstaged... (Ep2/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Hairdresser Lorna hosts the final night of the week, featuring a cremated main and some shocking revelations, before the winner is announced. (Ep5/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Mum-of-four Lisa plans a night of 'pure entertainment', featuring back-to-basics grub and an interpretive dance challenge. (Ep4/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. On the third night, cycling enthusiast Steve plans an evening of globetrotting cuisine. But a hot sauce challenge leaves Adam red-faced. (Ep3/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Wine connoisseur Adam plans to impress his guests with fine food and posh plonk. But will a custard catastrophe jeopardise his score? (Ep2/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. IT manager Bea serves up an international night inspired by her travels. But there's confusion over her Cretan feta and her geographical guessing game goes nowhere. (Ep1/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Business owner and socialite Maz hopes that her top-notch hosting skills, charm offensive and some fantastic fondue will win her the grand on the final night. (Ep5/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Cabbie Jamie pulls out all the stops with a fine dining menu. But will he impress his guests with his choice of chat and a striptease during a silent disco? (Ep4/5) [S]
Edinburgh. IT manager and occasional stand-up comic Ryan hosts with a menu designed by his friend who's a Michelin-starred chef. But Ryan has no idea how to cook any of it! (Ep3/5) [S]
Edinburgh. Cabin crew trainer Julie plans an evening of Scottish fine dining, including a hearty winter warmer, her grandmother's Cullen skink and a full Scottish pipe band. (Ep2/5) [S]
Edinburgh. The first host, Christian radio DJ and gospel singer Eloho, hopes that her guests will sing her praises after her music-filled evening and traditional Nigerian fare. (Ep1/5) [S]
Brighton. Social worker Ruth serves up a Jewish-Irish fusion menu on a night featuring kitchen chaos, some unexpected veggies and a knicker-nicking, limelight-stealing cat. (Ep5/5) [S]
Brighton. Teacher and surfer Jo treats her guests to a tropical-themed evening featuring some hit-and-miss food, a dessert drama and a cheeky massage thrown in for good measure. (Ep4/5) [S]
Brighton. Retired advertising sales director Gill hosts with a Middle Eastern menu and a fun dress code, on a night featuring unexpected revelations and some very honest feedback. (Ep3/5) [S]
Brighton. Copywriter Will is confident that his veggie menu will trump Adam's from the night before. But there are some fishy goings-on and Will's risotto is upstaged... (Ep2/5) [S]
Brighton. Will medical editor and rapper Adam's abundant vegetables impress his guests as he serves a simple yet wholesome vegetarian menu? (Ep1/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Hairdresser Lorna hosts the final night of the week, featuring a cremated main and some shocking revelations, before the winner is announced. (Ep5/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Mum-of-four Lisa plans a night of 'pure entertainment', featuring back-to-basics grub and an interpretive dance challenge. (Ep4/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. On the third night, cycling enthusiast Steve plans an evening of globetrotting cuisine. But a hot sauce challenge leaves Adam red-faced. (Ep3/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. Wine connoisseur Adam plans to impress his guests with fine food and posh plonk. But will a custard catastrophe jeopardise his score? (Ep2/5) [S]
Gloucestershire. IT manager Bea serves up an international night inspired by her travels. But there's confusion over her Cretan feta and her geographical guessing game goes nowhere. (Ep1/5) [S]
It's the final day in Blackpool and Preston and health assistant Lisa is banking on her no-faff menu to bag the cash. Some home truths are revealed and temperatures soar. [S]
Fourth to host this week is 51-year-old parole officer Bernard. He's looking to woo his guests with the classic combination of an evening of Northern Soul and delicious grub. [S]
Third to host this week is cabin crew Mark, 36, who's hoping to wow his guests with fine dining, and will use all his aerial expertise to treat his visitors to a taste of sky-high service. [S]
Second to host in Blackpool and Preston is lady of leisure Jill, 49. She's hoping to wow her guests with an Italian menu and the group are impressed that she's fluent in the lingo. [S]
This week's competition takes place in and around Blackpool and Preston, where the first host, student and barmaid Rachel, hopes to impress with her American diner-themed menu.
It's the final night in Leeds and host Darren plans to put a fancy twist on what seems to be a basic menu. But Billy is concerned about the amount of mustard Darren is using. [S]
It's day four in Leeds, and local legend Billy is putting on a tried and tested menu of dinner party favourites, with an appearance from a Frank Sinatra impersonator to top off the night. [S]