BBC Saturday Kitchen fans vow to boycott show over ‘disappointing’ line-up

BBC Saturday Kitchen faces viewer boycott due to ‘disappointing’ line-up

BBC’s Saturday Kitchen has sparked controversy among viewers, leading to a boycott of the show over its recent line-up. On November 16, host Matt Tebutt welcomed guests Josh Widdicombe and Nigella Lawson, which received backlash from fans. The programme, airing at 9:30am, saw criticism directed at Widdicombe for his humor and Lawson’s brief appearance. One Twitter user expressed disappointment, stating, “I’m off because clearly they’re not showing a Nigella clip. No idea what they’re up to.” Another viewer was unimpressed by the discussion of ‘stiff peaks’, remarking, “When Nigella talks about stiff peaks then fair enough. When Dave Myers says it… it’s just not cricket.” The demand for more of Nigella’s presence was humorously made with a threat to protest alongside farmers if not met. Complaints extended to the show’s content, with one viewer mentioning, “Very disappointed, Josh is AF and Veggie but you still serve alcohol and meats. Just wish it would be all AF and vegetarian.”

Twitter was flooded with further critiques of Widdicombe’s humor, with comments like, “#SaturdayKitchen Josh Widdicombe is about as funny as a visit to the dentist.” Another viewer joked, “#saturdaykitchen bad analogy, going to the dentist is quite funny as it is so difficult to get an appointment in the first place.” Viewers also raised eyebrows about Widdicombe’s earnings from the BBC. Despite the backlash, some defended the comedian and praised the show’s banter. Viewers engaged on Twitter, sharing predictions and opinions during the controversial episode.

The sentiment among fans led to a boycott of the show, with many expressing their disappointment and frustration with the recent line-up. The criticism extended to the guests featured and the content of the show, igniting a discussion on social media platforms. As viewers voiced their discontent, the future of Saturday Kitchen remains uncertain amidst the backlash.

In summary, BBC’s Saturday Kitchen faced backlash from viewers over its recent line-up, with criticisms directed at the featured guests and the content of the show. The controversy sparked a boycott among fans, who expressed disappointment and frustration on social media platforms. The backlash highlights the importance of engaging and meeting the expectations of the audience to maintain viewer loyalty and interest in the show.