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Podcast · 227 episodes

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by iHeartPodcasts · English

For nearly forty years, The River Cafe in London has been a home-from-home for artists, architects, designers, actors, collectors, writers, activists and politicians. It is also the home of its co-founder, Ruthie Rogers — restaurateur, cookbook author, podcast host and one of the most influential figures in British food. On Ruthie’s Table 4, Ruthie invites her guests — many of them friends and longtime restaurant regulars — to The River Cafe for a journey through food and memory. In each episode, Ruthie uses the lens of food to unlock stories and personal histories from an extraordinary range of guests, including Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Michael Caine, Dame Tracey Emin, Sir Elton John, Kamala Harris, David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, Sir Ian McKellen, Greta Gerwig, Gordon Brown, Tina Fey, Dame Judi Dench, Yotam Ottolenghi, Wyclef Jean, Mel Brooks, Al Gore, Nancy Pelosi, Jony Ive, Sarah Jessica Parker and many others. As part of their visit, each guest is invited to choose and read a River Cafe recipe. In a weekly bonus episode, Ruthie and her executive chefs unpack the recipe — exploring its ingredients and origins, sharing the secrets of how they make it at the world-famous restaurant, and offering advice for listeners cooking it at home. So take a seat at this intimate table and join the conversation.

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Peter Sarsgaard On Bees And A BearIn this bonus episode of *Ruthie's Table 4*, host Ruthie Rogers welcomes actor Peter Sarsgaard to discuss his passion for beekeeping and the environmental challenges he faces, particularly with local…6 Mar 2026 · 8 min · 5 chapters
Peter SarsgaardIn this episode of *Ruthie's Table 4*, host Ruthie Rogers sits down with acclaimed actor Peter Sarsgaard.3 Mar 2026 · 37 min · 22 chapters
Mayor Daniel LurieThe podcast features Ruthie Rogers from The River Cafe in London, who engages with various guests, exploring their food memories and the impact of food on life, culture, and politics.24 Feb 2026 · 36 min · 22 chapters
Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al ThaniIn this episode, host Ruthie Rogers welcomes Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the head of Qatar Museums, who shares her insights on the intersection of food,…17 Feb 2026 · 28 min · 14 chapters
Bonus: Valentine's Day At The River CafeValentine's Day At The River Cafe14 Feb 2026 · 12 min · 8 chapters
Wes Anderson At The Gagosian In ParisThe episode features a conversation between Ruthie Rogers and Wes Anderson, focusing on the intersection of art, food, and film.10 Feb 2026 · 18 min · 11 chapters
Emerald Fennell"Ruthie's Table 4" features intimate conversations between Ruthie Rogers and her guests, who are often friends and patrons from The River Cafe.3 Feb 2026 · 25 min · 10 chapters
Andrew JareckiIn this episode, filmmaker Andrew Jarecki discusses his documentary work, his childhood passion for magic, Italian food, and the themes of optimism in his films, particularly his recent work on the…27 Jan 2026 · 28 min · 14 chapters
Bonus: What’s New At The River CafeThe River Cafe in London serves as a home for various artists and celebrities, where host Ruthie Rogers engages guests in discussions about food memories.23 Jan 2026 · 8 min · 6 chapters
Jeremy KingHosted by Ruthie Rogers, this podcast features conversations with guests about their food memories and experiences at The River Cafe in London.20 Jan 2026 · 38 min · 17 chapters
Bonus: Laurene Powell Jobs In Conversation With Ruthie Rogers & Ed Ruschais a podcast that dives into the intimate relationship between food and personal memories, hosted by Ruthie Rogers of The River Cafe in London.16 Jan 2026 · 32 min · 17 chapters
Rt Hon Gordon BrownFormer Prime Minister Gordon Brown shares memories of his childhood in Scotland, experiences with hospital food, and discusses his current work on global education and poverty.13 Jan 2026 · 33 min · 15 chapters
Bonus: Gabriela Hearst on running her businessA conversation series with Ruthie Rogers, co-founder of The River Cafe in London, discussing the profound role food plays in our lives—connecting personal memories, cultural identities, and emotional…9 Jan 2026 · 6 min · 4 chapters
Gabriela HearstRuthie Rogers hosts conversations with notable guests at The River Cafe in London, discussing food memories and how food impacts every aspect of life.6 Jan 2026 · 48 min · 27 chapters
Bonus: LemonsRuthie's Table 4 features conversations between Ruthie Rogers and her notable guests about food and the impact of culinary memories on their lives.2 Jan 2026 · 20 min · 11 chapters
Annie LeibovitzAnnie Leibovitz, acclaimed portrait photographer, discusses her career beginnings at *Rolling Stone*, the significance of feeding her subjects, and her fondness for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.30 Dec 2025 · 37 min · 17 chapters
Bonus: Rashida Jones on her father Quincy JonesThe River Cafe has been a cultural hub for over 30 years, bringing together artists, chefs, and celebrities to explore the meanings and memories tied to food.26 Dec 2025 · 6 min
Rashida Jonesis a podcast hosted by Ruthie Rogers, co-founder of The River Cafe in London.23 Dec 2025 · 47 min
Christmas At The River CafeThis episode dives into the festive spirit at The River Cafe, featuring executive chefs Sian Wyn Owen and Joseph Trivelli.20 Dec 2025 · 22 min
Hilton AlsPulitzer Prize-winning writer, critic, and curator Hilton Als talks about his eccentric jet-lag snacking, the 1980s New York food scene, and curating the Jean Rhys exhibition at Michael Werner…16 Dec 2025 · 32 min
Bonus: Dame Jacinda Ardern on unexpectedly becoming a world leaderThis podcast features conversations between Ruthie Rogers and various guests—artists, politicians, and other notable figures—discussing their food memories and the impact of food on culture and…12 Dec 2025 · 7 min
Dame Jacinda ArdernRuthie Rogers sits down with the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Dame Jacinda Ardern, to discuss her experiences in office, motherhood, and her culinary journey from New Zealand to various…9 Dec 2025 · 36 min
Noah Baumbach on his new movie ‘Jay Kelly’A conversation-centric podcast that invites guests—mostly friends of the host—to discuss their food memories and relationships with food, showcasing how it intertwines with life, culture, and…2 Dec 2025 · 32 min
Gayle KingThe River Cafe in London serves as a home for various artists and public figures. Each episode invites a guest to share food memories and explore the cultural significance of food in their lives.25 Nov 2025 · 29 min