Cooking, careers and motherhood: in conversation with Lisa Faulkner

Join Nathalie Whittle, Deputy Editor, Good Housekeeping for an engaging conversation with the talented Lisa Faulkner, a celebrated actress and accomplished chef. Having first established herself as a leading actor in hit TV dramas like Holby City, Spooks, and Dangerfield, Lisa later went on to win Celebrity MasterChef in 2010, kickstarting her incredible journey into the world of food. For the past four years, Lisa and her husband John Torode have hosted John & Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen on ITV, sharing delicious recipes for home cooks of all levels. Lisa is the author of several best-selling cookbooks, including Recipes from My Mother for My Daughter and Tea and Cake.

But beyond her cooking and TV career, Lisa’s personal journey has also inspired many. In her book Meant To Be, she shares her deeply moving experience with IVF and adoption, offering a heartfelt and honest account of her path to motherhood. Join us as Lisa talks about her career, her family, and the powerful experiences that have shaped her life.