Chelmsford. The first host, Alex Sullivan, plans a birthday party-themed night, which features an uncomfortable school reunion for two guests and a striptease. (Ep1/5) [S]
Chelmsford. Businessman Scott Johnson hosts an 'Essex Glam' night, complete with a disco in the kitchen. But tensions flare between former schoolmates John and Martin. (Ep2/5) [S]
Chelmsford. Hot tub salesman John Mabey plans a Shakespeare-themed evening, featuring Italian food, and asks his guests to act out Romeo and Juliet. (Ep4/5) [S]
Chelmsford. The final host of the week, Martin Young, throws a Caribbean-themed party, on a night full of surprises and featuring a jaw-dropping secret talent. (Ep5/5) [S]
Leicester. NHS manager Helen Mather hosts with a simple menu and some flirty 'urban ballet' entertainment. And there's an unexpected extra guest at the table. (Ep1/5) [S]
Leicester. Confident estate agent Terry is aiming for the perfect 40 score with what he considers a Michelin-star menu, his 'dress as your hero' theme and Elton John entertainment. (Ep2/5) [S]
Leicester. Beauty spa manager Porchia hosts a French-themed party complete with can-can dancing. But concentrating on how she looks, rather than how she cooks, leads to disaster. (Ep3/5) [S]
Leicester. Former rugby player Ryan Bruce bravely cooks his ambitious Spanish menu in front of his guests. And a saucy salsa class sets temperatures soaring. (Ep4/5) [S]
Leicester. Double glazing salesman Richard surprises his guests with the quality of his cooking - and his emotional side - but his attempt at entertainment is another matter... (Ep5/5) [S]
Kent. The first host, construction site manager and part-time bouncer Mark, wants his night to be as much about the fun as the food, with party poppers and confetti cannons. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Kent. Competitive sales assistant Verush hosts a Czech evening with traditional food. But one guest compares her pasta to MDF and her pastry to leather... (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Kent. Dog lover Karen hosts a British bulldog bonanza, with every course inspired by her precious pooches. But will she be top dog at the end of the competition? (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Kent. Musician Amrick, who's been keeping his musical talents a secret, finally reveals all, on a night of traditional Indian cuisine and questionable dress sense. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Kent. Photographer Anthony plans to impress his guests with culinary excellence on the final night. Mark's on cheesy overdrive, and Karen showcases some incredible impressions. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Sussex. Part-time comedian Rod hopes to impress his guests with his extensive dinner party experience. But will some bovine booing and enthusiastic plate licking ruin his chances? (Ep1/5) [S]
Sussex. Mystic and animal communicator Josie serves up an evening of spiritual shenanigans, assisted by her best friend, Mimi the cat. But will her guests be soothed or spooked? (Ep2/5) [S]
Sussex. Food hub charity director Paula takes inspiration from her job for her recycle and reuse themed evening, featuring an aquacotta starter and an impressive pud. (Ep3/5) [S]
Sussex. Vegan solicitor Hassan's menu is inspired by his love of Asian food, but a spice slip-up has some of his guests hot and bothered. Can dessert make up for his chilli chaos? (Ep4/5) [S]
Sussex. Jewellery entrepreneur Sarah tops off the week with some simple and nutritious food. But will a dodgy dessert and tears at the table take the shine off her evening? (Ep5/5) [S]
Devon. Salon owner Hannah hopes to tickle her guests' taste buds with a menu of flavoursome sensations, on a night filled with laughter and revelations. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Devon. Funeral director and BMX fanatic Simon plans to get his guests' hearts racing with some so-called 'man' food and a display by one of the UK's leading BMX riders. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Devon. Estate agent Ajay pulls out all the stops on her nautical-themed evening, with a seafood spread and a boat trip around Torquay harbour. But will she sail to victory? (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Warwickshire. The first host, 50-year-old fitness instructor Liza, plans to impress her guests with a French menu and three well-oiled hunks. (Ep1/5) [S]
Warwickshire. Sailor Steve hosts a nautical evening. But what will his four female guests think when they discover the secrets of his love ship? (Ep2/5) [S]
Warwickshire. Talkative admin manager Emma lays on an Indian menu with a 'Bollywood or bust' dress code and dancing. But it's bottoms up for Steve on the dancefloor. (Ep3/5) [S]
Warwickshire. PA Pinky plans to introduce her guests to the finer things in life with a night of sophistication and pageantry. But Liza doesn't think much to her starter. (Ep4/5) [S]
Warwickshire. Eccentric driving instructor Alison hosts a 1980s disco-themed night that reaches a sticky end with a marshmallow competition. (Ep5/5) [S]
The new run continues. In South Wales, farm girl Claire treats her guests to a Welsh spread and farm-themed games. Will her farm charm impress or will her night end up a mucky mess? (Ep1/5) [S]
Bradford. Jason plans a menu of Yorkshire's finest but keeps throwing his efforts in the bin! After some postcode palaver, have Jason's chances of winning the grand 'bin' and gone? (Ep2/5) [S]
Sheffield. Flamboyant performing arts teacher Helen's food doesn't go to plan, but she delivers an entertaining night featuring trumping, spies, and a dessert that goes with a bang. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Sheffield. Design and technology teacher Claire serves up an Asian menu, on a night that features spicy food, some plasticine modelling and a sprinkling of offensive comments... (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Sheffield. Service administrator Monika hosts a traditional Bulgarian night inspired by her homeland. But Simon's sexist jokes leave a bitter taste. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Sheffield. Musician Ivor plans an 80s extravaganza, with a live performance from his band and a jazzed-up menu including 'curiosity killed the coq au vin'. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Sheffield. Former chef Simon is confident that his experimental gastro cuisine will impress. But can he contend with the tension among his guests? (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Kingston upon Thames. Basketballer Ken, who claims to be the best cook in London, themes his night around his favourite sport, with 'slam dunk salmon' and a sportswear dress code. (Ep1/5) [S]
Kingston upon Thames. It's all hands on deck for interior designer Erika's pirate party aboard her boat, on a night featuring pole-dancing, a Titanic moment and ridiculous rapping. (Ep2/5) [S]
Kingston upon Thames. Super-organised Sarah hosts a 'Roaring 20s' night, with 'dolled-up' prawns and 'swanky' lamb, on an evening featuring revelations, romantic poetry and dancing. (Ep3/5) [S]
Kingston upon Thames. Retired golfer David goes all-out American, from Louisiana seafood chowder to a bucking bronco. But there's chaos when his cat breaks dinner party etiquette. (Ep5/5) [S]
The new run continues. In South Wales, Richard hosts at his pub, setting the bar high with terrific tartlets, sensational seabass and crowd-pleasing cheesecake. Can he hit bullseye? (Ep2/5) [S]
In Bradford, Gaby hopes that her Sardinian soirÂee, singing son, cocktails, party tricks and dolce vita dinner will sweeten the deal with her guests. (Ep3/5) [S]
County Durham. Hairdresser Julie plans a no-frills menu that she can prepare in advance. There's a tangle at the table when David makes a nasty comment about Stephen's dreadlocks. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
County Durham. Part-time farmer Stephen invites his guests to an evening on his farm, complete with a drinks reception in the stables and rustic home-cooked cuisine. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
County Durham. Prison transport officer Tina's sophisticated French menu includes salmon crÃepes and posh peas, with expectations high after her criticisms earlier in the week. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Milton Keynes. The first host, Ray Dodd, finds his guests hard to please. With his starter rejected and a main returned, he's left sweating over his chances of winning the prize... (Ep1/5) [S]
Milton Keynes. Michelle's black-tie evening doesn't go to plan, as her guests diss her food and call the main course 'poison'. Will her luck turn with the Monte Carlo entertainment? (Ep2/5) [S]
Milton Keynes. Joke-loving Stuart offers his guests a flavour of the Serengeti. Can his exotic menu and parlour games smooth over the insults and tensions of the previous nights? (Ep3/5) [S]
Milton Keynes. Choir director Joseph gives his guests a warm welcome, as he serves Ghanaian dishes of chicken liver pÃatÂe and groundnut soup with coconut rice, and a musical treat. (Ep4/5) [S]
Milton Keynes. After a tension-filled week, country lover Susan is confident that she can bring the group together with her back-to-basics French food and origami masterclass. (Ep5/5) [S]
The new run continues. In South Wales, Daffyd plans a nutritious vegetarian-ish dinner party, but kitchen chaos ensues. Will his dud pud ruin his chances of winning the grand? (Ep3/5) [S]
Cardiff. Flamboyant costume designer Sam hosts a Mexican-themed night that's full of sizzle and spice. But two of the guests fight, and a game makes everyone cry... (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff. Extremely competitive army wife Rachael Smith hosts the third night. She isn't used to losing, and things might get ugly if she doesn't win the prize! (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff. King of the name-droppers Jerry Lockett hosts at his cousin's mansion, where he serves up dollops of food and a side order of celebrity. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Cardiff. The first host, dog-loving shop manager Nicola, serves up prawn cocktail and meat-free lasagne, as well as some doggy surprises and unusual entertainment. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Merseyside. Primary school teacher Anna Senior plans a fairy-tale evening, featuring a Mad Hatter's soup and a special pork dish cooked three ways. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Merseyside. Glamorous PR professional Jade Chantelle places her bets on a casino-themed evening featuring a high-class menu, lashings of champagne and a game of roulette. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Merseyside. Pastoral care manager Steven Booth names each of his courses after songs by his favourite singer, Tina Turner. But tensions rise when one guest puts her foot in it. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Merseyside. Fun-loving oil and gas co-ordinator Danielle Greenwood hopes to impress her guests with her down-to-earth menu and warm and welcoming style of hosting. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
North Kent. Party-loving Lisa Townend hosts the final night with a mysterious menu of French fancies and innovative human roulette entertainment. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
North Kent. Competitive project manager Yemi Christopher-Soares adds some heat to the competition with a Nigerian-inspired menu. But is her main too spicy for her guests? (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
North Kent. Data analyst John has a passion for military re-enactment and barks orders at the dinner table. But not everyone likes his Filipino pork stew and psychedelic dessert. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
North Kent. Clairvoyant and medium Yvette Tamara hosts the first night, which gets off to a spooky start when two of her guests find a ghostbusting machine. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Winchester. Estate agent William Tilsley serves up a vegetarian menu and a blind-tasting food game. But one guest ends up spitting wine over another... (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Winchester. Patricia plans a Latin party with Peruvian food, on a night of singing and dancing. But Ptol mistakenly thinks he's eating llama instead of lamb... (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Winchester. DJ Francis Leigh serves a Thai meal with a twist, on a weird and wonderful night featuring dead flowers on the table and a song about spring rolls. (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Winchester. Live wire Ptol is convinced that high-quality food and fine wine will win him the prize. But his guests find his menu underwhelming and his hosting style over the top. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Harrogate. Local toff Alasdair Moore plans to impress his guests with 'proper' dinner party food and fine wines. But an early slip-up dents his confidence. (Ep5/5) [AD,S]
Harrogate. Photographer Simon Meyer takes a laid-back approach to hosting and narrowly avoids a kitchen cat-astrophe. But he gets emotional over his chicken soup starter. (Ep4/5) [AD,S]
Harrogate. Veteran punk Cathy McConaghy goes back to her Irish roots, with homemade soda bread, cockle soup, oysters and a very boozy dessert that packs a punch. (Ep3/5) [AD,S]
Harrogate. Horse enthusiast Cassy hopes to gallop into first place with a jockey theme and gastropub grub. But how will her snail racing on the dinner table go down with her guests? (Ep2/5) [AD,S]
Harrogate. Fun-loving Jane serves up classic dishes with a twist and matches her wine to her food, on a night featuring burnt buns, jammy finds and marriage revelations. (Ep1/5) [AD,S]
Lichfield. There are high hopes for recruitment consultant Amanda's sophisticated evening. But an accident at the table has her guests in hysterics. (Ep5/5) [S]
Lichfield. Football coach and first-time cook Tim Travers plans an American menu, with his mum on the other end of the phone to help him every step of the way. (Ep4/5) [S]
Lichfield. JP Goodyear-Martinez treats his guests to Jamaican food, on a night of wacky wigs, alarming Lycra outfits and a hula-hooping drag queen. (Ep3/5) [S]
Lichfield. Former mental health nurse Ronnie Imlah shocks her guests with a revelation about her past, and guests JP and Amanda don't see eye to eye over plastic surgery. (Ep2/5) [S]
Lichfield. Enthusiastic business consultant James plans a complex Italian menu, a 1960s Italian dress code and a fun photoshoot. But he spends most of the night in the kitchen. (Ep1/5) [S]
Lincolnshire. Geordie Alex Coxon gives her guests a taste of her home 'Toon', on a night featuring glamorous glad rags, kitchen chaos and a surprising secret past. (Ep5/5) [S]
Lincolnshire. Theatre student Jack Stone steps into the spotlight with a 'creative' evening, including DIY pizzas. But Alex steals the show with her shocking outfit. (Ep4/5) [S]
Lincolnshire. Farmer Chris Moore hosts a beetroot bonanza, injecting the root vegetable into every part of his night, while also shocking his guests with his hidden talents. (Ep3/5) [S]
Lincolnshire. Retail manager Ali Roberts plans a refined night of gourmet cuisine and fine dining. But will Alex's outrageous tales ruin the elegant atmosphere? (Ep2/5) [S]
Lincolnshire. University lecturer Amanda Sherratt hosts a Japanese evening, including a raw fish starter and sumo wrestling for entertainment. (Ep1/5) [S]
Inverness. Former professional footballer Jamie Tulloch serves up an ambitious menu of fresh local produce and entertainment from a Scottish dance troupe. (Ep5/5) [S]
Inverness. Rock 'n' roll hairdresser Zarina claims to be an amazing cook. Could this tattooed party animal be the dark horse of the competition? (Ep4/5) [S]
Inverness. Teetotal David hosts a nautical night with a menu of basic but wholesome food, including 'shove it in soup'. But will his non-alcoholic drinks sink or swim with his crew? (Ep3/5) [S]
Inverness. Melissa gives herself a sneaky advantage by taking cooking lessons from a local chef, who also makes her gravy and dessert. But she still manages to cremate the crumble. (Ep2/5) [S]
Inverness. National Heritage worker Gillian hosts a 'Touch of Tartan' night, with a traditional Scottish menu, top-quality local produce and bagpipes galore. (Ep1/5) [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]
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. 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. 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. 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]
Manchester. On the final night, Italian Nico plans to show the Brits how it's done. But there are shocks and confrontations, and a game of table football nearly ends in a riot... (Ep5/5) [S]
Manchester. After dishing out criticism all week, can launderette owner Linzi impress her guests with her food and ironing competition entertainment, or is she just full of hot air? (Ep4/5) [S]
Manchester. Glamorous 'domestic delegator' Fiona serves a classy but effortless menu. But Linzi takes issue with Fiona's mum chopping the veg and her cousin making the honeycomb. (Ep3/5) [S]
Manchester. Lorry-driving film buff Ryan plans a movie-inspired menu, including a 'Prawn Identity' starter, 'Sausage Meat the Fockers' main and 'Chocolate Clockwork Orange' dessert. (Ep2/5) [S]
Manchester. Johanna dedicates the first night to her favourite food - takeaways - from kebabs to chicken curry. But the main course proves hard for her guests to swallow. (Ep1/5) [S]