2009 begins with four episodes in a single night, with Newcastle the venue of choice. But will Lee Eley's James Bond-themed party go to plan when his guests are so demanding, and Lee keeps drinking throughout?

Brian is the second host in Newcastle, revealing himself to be a Conservative politician. Yet despite Brian trying everything to meet his guests' needs, he's met with constant criticism throughout, especially from Brenda.

Rebecca, the quietest of the group, gets her turn to host a Moroccan-style party. But when Brenda arrives saying she's been continuously vomiting from Brian's food the night before, it proves to be a topic that she won't drop.

It's the final night in Newcastle, and it's left to boxer Brenda to host the final party. But as she's spent all week being the pickiest guest, has she attracted too many enemies for it to be a success?

Four nights in Sheffield are presented on a single Tuesday evening on Channel 4. First up is businesswoman Susanne, with her guests including flirty Oliver and shop owner Hazel. But will artist Christopher allow anyone else chance to talk?

For the second night it's the turn of 4'8 artist Christopher. But after he spent the first night dominating the conversation, will his guests still be frustrated by his company, or change their initial perception?

With Christopher having turned around his reputation among the other guests, it's left to Hazel to host the third dinner party. For lighter moments she organises a kissing game, while for a more serious tone she reveals more about herself.

Ollie hosts the final party of the week, showcasing the view of the local dog track and performing magic tricks after dinner. Yet when Ollie's own assessment of his entertainment value is "piss poor", then what will his guests think?

Four nights in Norwich are presented in a single evening on Channel 4. Single mum Zara Davies starts the week, cooking for David, Seamus and Wendy. But right from the start, the chemistry isn't there, and tensions are already in the air.

"If I never see some of these people again, so long as I live, it wouldn't be a bad thing." It's David's turn to host the second evening, and the underlying tensions between the four diners begin to rise to the surface.

It's Seamus's turn to host, and also his birthday. While tensions between Seamus and Zara begin to ease, David begins to find Zara's overbearing nature difficult to deal with.

After a week of minor spats, niggles and tongue biting, the competitors from Norwich get to eat at Wendy's house and find out who was the winner.

The West Country plays host to the culinary clash, where the first host is Kenyan-born Sarah Hillman. Her menu, which includes zebra and ostrich, could be too exotic for some

Bachelor Simon Goddard Palmer is so confident of his cooking abilities that he's found time to go on a pheasant shoot, although he's not quite the hot-shot that he thought

Bath is home to this week's dinner party hosts, all hoping win the £1,000 first prize. Town crier Adrian's hopes to win are scuppered when he discovers his moggy has eaten his canapés.

Show-jumping fan Annie Todd has some high hurdles to clear, as Simon is looking for revenge. She criticised his food so he's determined to turn the tables as the culinary clash culminates.

Pub landlord James Payley is the first to host the culinary competition in Coventry. In true pub tradition, ambitious James gives his guests a choice of dishes for each course.

Scientist and writer Vera Phillips Griffiths doesn't get off to a good start when she burns the veg and can't remember if she put sugar or salt in the dessert

Even though he has a hangover, Jon Bramley is determined to pull out all the stops. Fancying himself as a creative cook, he goes out on a limb, customising recipes.

Dinner party veteran Marie Hughes Price hopes her wealth of experience will bag her the prize. The preparation goes like clockwork, but not all the diners can keep the food down.

Arguably the most famous and beloved week in the history of the show, as some of the most eccentric and combustible contestants get together for an eventful run. The first night sees Nigel accused of neglecting three of his guests.

It's eccentric Val's turn to host the dinner party, but the tensions of the first night still remain. Bernard's detailing of exotic foods causes Dawn to be sick, while Dawn's later discussion of a holiday sees Bernard throw a tantrum.

Bernard hosts a Caribbean-themed evening, and presents a bouquet of flowers for both ladies by way of apology for his tantrums. But the guests confess they're on edge after his previous behaviour, and no one is in the mood to party.

A tired and emotional Dawn falls asleep during her own dinner event, and leaves the cooking to Nigel. While arguably the most lauded and loved episode of the series, it would retrospectively have a downbeat air four years later.

After a week of arguments, upheavals and recriminations, it's left to Paul to host the most relaxed party of the week. There's a peaceful atmosphere for a change, and after the food generally goes down well, it's time to reveal the winner.

The five contestants for this week, all from Ipswich, are: former pub landlady Zoë Condon, who is straightforward about her opinions toward meals; insurance claims technician Barry Davis, who is overly opinionated about what he likes and do…

Leading into the second dinner, four of the five participants discuss the one remaining person as the most immature of the group (despite they all being about the same age), the immaturity not all a bad thing. And another group of four disc…

Narrator Dave Lamb feels compelled to tell Angie to shut up during her musical night, as she won't stop singing. While Angie's food goes well, her entertainment makes half her guests feel uncomfortable, and there's another bad atmosphere.

The falling out between Angie and Zoë is the main topic of conversation following last night's dinner, especially by Angie and Zoë, the former who finally has come to realization that Zoë probably doesn't like her. As the next host, Lisa Qu…

The on-going rift between Angie and Zoë is still playing on the minds of all the diners. The fact of Gerard King being the next and last to host may ease everyone's minds about the rift as Gerard seems to have a special place in everyone's …

Five nights in London begin with American-Swedish journalist Judi. Her four chatty guests are lawyer Lisa, schoolteacher Peter, office manager Moni and product manager Matthew.

The guests from last night's dinner discuss their chances of winning in light of the quality of the first party. Lisa Connell is the next to host the dinner party, she who is concerned about two of the guests who have stated that they are h…

The guests are still discussing the wine spilling incident from last night, Judi, the supposed culprit, still not quite admitting to it being her fault. Peter Rixham is third on the list to host the dinner party. He is confident about his m…

Moni Bharij is the hostess for the evening. Most of her guests expect that she will go to her Indian roots both for the menu and any additional table décor. They aren't wrong, but are surprised by the ingredients in the main. Her menu consi…

The five reflect on the four new friends they have out of this experience, many no longer caring if they win the top prize. Matthew Baker is the last of this fivesome to host. He believes he has a good shot at winning having grown up in wha…

Joker Dave Wheeler starts off a week in Manchester with a night of sophisticated humour - a fake turd and a fart machine. When Dave's food goes badly, it's left to his entertainment to try to salvage the night: a Mick Jagger impression.

Drama teacher Matthew is the second host of the week, with a meticulously-planned menu. Unfortunately Dave takes centre stage once again, bringing up the subject of Shaida's age and never letting the subject drop.

Celebrity fan Jane plans an "Oscar Night", with all courses based around film, and "paparazzi" to snap her guests as they arrive on a red carpet. With the diners suitably impressed by the fun, it produces an evening without arguments.

The five competitors discuss how well they have all gotten along so far, with the exception of one person who they feel is the outsider, who isn't aware of this perception. Shaida Shipping is the hostess for the evening. She has listed a su…

The four previous hosts reflect on their respective evenings. Shaida has come to the realization of her outsider status among the group. Chris Brady is the last of this fivesome to host. Much like Shaida, Chris has a surprise for his guests…

Christopher Biggins, Edwina Currie, Julia Bradbury and Philip Olivier all compete to win £1000 for charity. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in August the same year.

Guests discover if you can buy class when nightclub owner Tony invites them to his huge house, complete with £26,000 chandelier - and serves them a '70s style menu. Barrister Anthony describes him as "new money" and discovers he cheated.

The four guests from the previous evening assess their chances of winning based on first host Tony's performance. Bernice Saltzer is second on the list to host the dinner party. She is hoping to dazzle not only with her food but also her fo…

Ashley Hughes is third on the list to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of salmon and tarragon mousse as the starter, beef medallions with a Stilton crust (and sea bass for kosher Bernice) as the main course, and blackberry and lemon…

Anthony Merton-Smith is the host for the evening. His guests are expecting great things from him as the "posh" one of the group, but as he has not divulged much information about himself during the week either, they also believe he could to…

All five of the diners, even the person whose night it was to host, comment on the totally unusual aspect of one of the dinner parties. But that night promises not to hold a candle to Roy Ledger's, he who is the last of this fivesome to hos…

A celebrity special featuring Raef Bjayou, Christopher Ellison, Lynne Franks and Michelle Gayle competing over four separate nights for charity. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in February 2010.