When Cornish chef James Strawbridge was offered the chance to film a new TV series in Northern Ireland, he jumped at the chance.
For one thing, it was opportunity to spend time with his family here, including his beloved grandmother in Co Antrim.
In a brand new series for BBC One Northern Ireland and BBC iPlayer, James- son of chateau dwelling Dick - unearths terrific tales and hopes to cook up a storm as he travels the country on a tour of some of our most magnificent country houses and estates.