Matt Tebbutt replaced James Martin on BBC’s Saturday Kitchen back in 2016 with the two throwing sly digs at each other since.

TV chefs and BBC Saturday Kitchen stars Matt Tebbutt and James Martin have been known to throw sly digs out at each other over the years, leading to speculation of a “feud” or a “rivalry”. 

Matt stepped in to replace James on the BBC show in 2016 after he moved over to host ITV James Martin’s Saturday Morning.

Podcaster Mark Wogan questioned the rivalry while interviewing Matt on the Spooning with Mark Wogan podcast. He asked: “There’s a mild rivalry with weekend chefs? What is that about?”

The TV chef replied: “Viewing figures! Can we stay on air? Can we pay our mortgage?” Mark said: “There’s your good self, there’s James, who used to be where you are.”

Matt continued: “[James is] doing exactly the same thing on ITV. After wanting to leave…” He later added that the celebrity chefs do get on, describing comments between the presenters as “friendly rivalry”.

Back in 2016, James decided to quit his role hosting Saturday Kitchen on BBC One after presenting the show for 10 years. At the time he wished his replacement “every success”.

In a statement at the time, he said: “I would like to thank the BBC and Saturday Kitchen for the great opportunity they gave me. It has been an amazing journey and I have been privileged to work with some of the world’s greatest chefs and some of the greatest names in showbiz.

“I wish the new chefs every success. I am looking forward to getting stuck into my new projects and to lots of lie-ins on a Saturday morning.”

Elsewhere, Matt recently announced that he is making a career move away from TV. He shared that he has written a new book.

Matt shared the news on Instagram, giving fans a sneak peek of the different recipes featured in his book, titled Matt Tebbutt’s pub food.

He wrote: “Hot off the press, my new cookbook! A shot of my FACE and also some of my favourite recipes that you’ll find inside.

“You can pre-order now at all good booksellers. Link in my Bio. Matt Tebbutt’s Pub Food.”

Many fans of BBC’s Saturday Kitchen have noticed the dynamic between Matt Tebbutt and James Martin, with the two chefs frequently exchanging sly digs on air.

Despite the playful banter, Matt stepped in to replace James on the BBC show in 2016 after James made the move to host ITV’s Saturday Morning show.

Podcaster Mark Wogan brought up the topic of rivalry between the two chefs during an interview with Matt on the Spooning with Mark Wogan podcast.

Matt jokingly attributed any rivalry to the competition for viewers and the pressure to maintain ratings in the competitive television landscape.

Although some may perceive their exchanges as a feud, Matt clarified that the comments between him and James are all in good fun and that they actually get along well.

In 2016, when James decided to leave Saturday Kitchen, he expressed his well wishes to his replacement and looked forward to embarking on new projects.

Meanwhile, Matt recently shared his excitement about a new career move away from television by announcing the release of his new cookbook, “Matt Tebbutt’s Pub Food.”

The cookbook features a variety of recipes that showcase Matt’s culinary expertise and passion for delicious pub-style dishes.

For fans looking to explore Matt’s recipes at home, the cookbook is available for pre-order at all major booksellers.

Stay tuned for more updates on Matt Tebbutt’s latest ventures and delicious recipes!

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Source: New York Post