BEST OF THE REST
THE TRICKS OF THE RESTAURANT TRADE
Channel 4, 8.30pm
THIS is billed as the essential insider’s guide to eating out – although in some cases, it serves to put us off our dinner.
Chef Simon Rimmer and consumer presenters Sophie Morgan and Adam Pearson aim to investigate the biggest brands, campaigns and trade secrets to enhance our dining experience.
In a world of discounts, advertising and the psychology of selling, there are some tips here on how to get the best value for money. But can we know too much?
In this episode Sophie explores how our meal can arrive at our table within 10 minutes. And in an investigation of cocktails, her lab tests reveal there could be less alcohol in them than they thought.
Meanwhile, Simon steps inside the secretive world of Starbucks.
ELTON JOHN: I’M STILL STANDING, A GRAMMY SALUTE
ITV, 10.45pm
CROCODILE Rockin’ Rocket Man Elton John has announced his international farewell tour, much to the dismay of a gazillion fans worldwide.
As a result, everyone wants to pay tribute to the superstar, including the Grammys. This fun concert, recorded shortly after the 2018 ceremony, sees Elton and husband David Furnish seated front row (and singing along) for a showcase of Elton’s music with Bernie Taupin.
Expect to see stars including Ed Sheeran, Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Sam Smith, Shaun Mendes and Little Big Town hit the stage.