James Martin's Mediterranean (2011 - 2011)

James Martin reaches the Languedoc-Roussillon coast of France, where he samples their world famous oysters and discovers how vermouth is made.

James visits the pizza capital of the world, Naples, samples the city's cafe culture and makes fritto misto with Parma ham, and mozzarella and aubergine roll.

Expect lots of local flavour as James sails into busy Marseille to track down the famous fish stew, Bouillabaisse, and cook an exotic lamb tagine.

Experience wonderful sights and food as James explores Gaeta on Italy's Lazio coast. He tastes local olives and serves up veal escalope with olive tapenade.

James Martin continues his Med odyssey, visiting Elounda in Crete. He discovers local baking traditions, before serving up olive-crusted lamb pancakes.

James' food adventure reaches the birthplace of paella, Valencia. He discovers the secret to this dish before cooking a butternut squash and almond soup.

Join James Martin as he sails around the Med in search of stunning views and spectacular food. In Chania in Crete, he serves up his take on chicken souvlaki.

More great Mediterranean food as James visits the beautiful town of Minori on Italy's Amalfi coast, where he gets a crash course in pasta making.