Tom Parker-Bowles on his wilder days, the difficulties of sudden fame, and the joys of food

Tom Parker-Bowles on his wilder days, the difficulties of sudden fame, and the joys of food

Author: Kate Thornton July 4, 2025 Duration: 1:04:04

Today, we're joined by a writer, presenter, and author who has lived under the glare of public scrutiny since his mother began a relationship with our now-king – something he's handled with admirable humour and good grace. It's the charming Tom Parker-Bowles!


Tom joins us fresh off the release of his new cookbook 'Let's Eat' to tell us hilarious and heartfelt tales from the kitchen and beyond. He reminisces about the realities of growing up around brutal press intrusion, even if some of the headlines he'll admit were his own doing! Plus: the best bits from a life writing about food, the joys of family life and dispelling a few well-touted rumours! 


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