Alice Zaslavsky’s cooking show, A Bite to Eat with Alice, is back on ABC Australia starting Monday, March 31, but eagle-eyed viewers will notice a change – it now airs at the earlier time of 5 pm weeknights. The new season kicks off with a lineup of familiar faces joining Alice in the kitchen.
Here’s the Lowdown: The return week begins March 31 with food personality Matt Preston. Alice cooks a beetroot dish inspired by her mother, while Matt shares his mother-in-law’s braised ribs recipe. Tuesday, April 1, features author Gina Chick, foraging fridge ingredients for minestrone and tackling a whole snapper recipe. Wednesday, April 2, sees comedian Rhys Nicholson discussing wedding menus and recreating his favourite chicken meatball sub. Thursday, April 3, welcomes Mary Coustas for an Italian prawn pasta dish. Friday, April 4, has AFL great Bob Murphy joining Alice to make an elevated roast lamb shoulder.
What This Means Now: Each episode mixes cooking demonstrations with personal stories and conversation. Viewers will see guests share influences, memories, and insights while preparing food alongside Alice. From family recipes and wedding day favourites to discussions about nature and handling fame, the show blends culinary instruction with engaging chat.
The Bigger Picture: Despite the shift to an earlier timeslot, A Bite to Eat with Alice continues to provide viewers with accessible recipes and entertaining interactions with notable Australian personalities. The show’s format allows for a relaxed exploration of food and the stories connected to it, making it a warm addition to the weekday afternoon schedule on ABC.
