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Short on time but still want to cook something delicious? Jamie Oliver proves that great food doesn’t have to take hours as every dish is prepared from start to finish in real time, with no cuts or clever editing. Working against the clock, Jamie creates two tasty, achievable meals in just 20 minutes, sharing plenty of tips and tricks along the way to help viewers get fresh, flavour-packed food on the table fast.

The drama series depicts the life of Tokuzo Akiyama, head chef of the Imperial Household Ministry’s Imperial Cuisine Division during the Taisho (1912-1926) and early Showa (1926-1989) eras. Based on a true story and book by Hisahide Sugimori, 'The Emperor’s Cook' follows the life of country boy, Akiyama, who arrives in Tokyo in pursuit of the culinary arts. Driven by a deep love for his wife and family, a great reverence for his teachers, strong reliance on friends and an abiding love for cooking, Akiyama eventually rises to become 'the Emperor’s cook'.