Actress Nicola Coughlan shares her food habits and acting life on the latest episode of Dish from Waitrose.
Appearing with hosts Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett OBE, Nicola discusses her love of pickles, kitchen gadgets and simple comfort food, alongside reflections on her career and public attention.
Food is a central theme throughout the episode, with Nicola describing herself as devoted to strong flavours and everyday meals.
She explains how pickled ingredients have become a staple in her diet, saying: “I would furthermore like to be known as the ‘Queen of Pickles.’ Because I do love pickles that much.”
She also lists her fridge essentials, including condiments, butter and milk, and admits to keeping champagne chilled for guests.
Her enthusiasm extends to kitchen equipment, where she highlights her fondness for gadgets despite frequent mishaps while cooking.
Nicola speaks about her preference for traditional meals such as roast dinners and cheese toasties, favouring simple ingredients over elaborate versions.
She also shares a taste for Maltese bread, recalling time spent abroad and the impact it had on her food choices.
Alongside food, the conversation turns to her acting work, including Big Mood and Bridgerton. Nicola reflects on managing demanding filming schedules and the realities of increased public attention following major roles.
She describes the experience of leading projects while balancing expectations, and the contrast between performing and private life. The discussion also touches on her early ambition to act and how that developed into a career.
The episode blends personal stories with practical food talk, offering insight into how everyday habits sit alongside a high-profile acting career. Nicola also admits she is not a morning person and prefers eating dinner around 7pm when possible.
