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0:00:00 > 0:00:04- Llanelli is known for its - saucepan, rugby and golf.
0:00:04 > 0:00:09- It's also home to the - four-star Stradey Park Hotel...
0:00:09 > 0:00:12- ..where every day - is one big adventure.
0:00:12 > 0:00:18- Today, there's an unexpected visitor - in the kitchen that causes panic.
0:00:18 > 0:00:23- There's a wine expert who's worried - about the quality of the rose.
0:00:24 > 0:00:28- How will the hotel staff - cope with the Penygroes ladies?
0:00:28 > 0:00:30- LAUGHTER
0:00:31 > 0:00:35- Welcome to Stradey Park Hotel.
0:00:39 > 0:00:42- The hotel is constantly busy.
0:00:43 > 0:00:48- The Rooftop Lounge is full - of ladies determined to celebrate.
0:00:50 > 0:00:52- The day just keeps getting better.
0:00:53 > 0:00:58- Seven Rees sisters from Penygroes - are marking Gwyneth's birthday.
0:00:58 > 0:01:00- They've been celebrating for hours!
0:01:00 > 0:01:04- You'll have to do the Hula now!
0:01:04 > 0:01:06- Do I have to?
0:01:06 > 0:01:08- Today was a surprise day out.
0:01:09 > 0:01:12- This week, - I'm celebrating my 70th birthday.
0:01:13 > 0:01:17- She's reached the age of promise - but she isn't as vintage as the tea!
0:01:17 > 0:01:21- The hotel's afternoon tea - has become a great success.
0:01:22 > 0:01:25- You wouldn't dare - cut off the crusts at home...
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- ..but don't mind paying - someone else to do it.
0:01:29 > 0:01:34- We're seven sisters and we always - celebrate each other's birthdays.
0:01:35 > 0:01:38- We've been out since 10.30am.
0:01:38 > 0:01:42- We've been on a boat, - around the coast road...
0:01:43 > 0:01:46- ..and we've ended up here.
0:01:46 > 0:01:48- It's the jewel in the crown.
0:01:53 > 0:01:57- Stewart Williams has been - the hotel's head chef for 15 years.
0:01:58 > 0:02:00- Good breakfast!
0:02:00 > 0:02:06- However, he's recently been at home - recovering from a nasty accident.
0:02:08 > 0:02:13- I've been on a waiting list - for a hip replacement for 18 months.
0:02:14 > 0:02:16- They told me to lose weight...
0:02:16 > 0:02:20- ..so I decided to get fit - and go out on the bike.
0:02:20 > 0:02:25- One night, I went out on the bike - and I broke my leg and knee cap...
0:02:25 > 0:02:28- ..so I've come to live - with my mother.
0:02:28 > 0:02:33- He left home over 20 years ago.
0:02:33 > 0:02:35- He's worked in London and France.
0:02:36 > 0:02:40- Since falling, - he's come home to live with us.
0:02:41 > 0:02:44- However, - I don't want him here forever.
0:02:44 > 0:02:47- Stewart is currently content.
0:02:47 > 0:02:51- There's perks to living - at his mother, Euryl's home.
0:02:51 > 0:02:54- When things aren't going well...
0:02:54 > 0:02:57- ..it's nice to drink cider - under one of the trees.
0:03:03 > 0:03:08- In the meanwhile, the Magnificent - Seven are completely relaxed.
0:03:08 > 0:03:12- They're tucking in - to scones, eclairs...
0:03:12 > 0:03:16- ..cream and strawberry cakes - and a selection of sandwiches.
0:03:18 > 0:03:20- Do you think you should, Gwyneth?
0:03:21 > 0:03:25- You'll recognize Gwyneth if you've - ever had an operation at Glangwili.
0:03:26 > 0:03:30- She works in the recovery room - at Glangwili hospital.
0:03:31 > 0:03:34- I look after those - who've had an operation.
0:03:34 > 0:03:36- You claim...
0:03:37 > 0:03:41- ..that you're the first person - they see after opening their eyes.
0:03:41 > 0:03:45- They must think - they're having a nightmare!
0:03:47 > 0:03:49- Here we go!
0:03:49 > 0:03:52- It's going from bad to worse - as the pop has arrived.
0:03:53 > 0:03:56- Why did they choose to celebrate - at this hotel?
0:03:56 > 0:03:58- It's not far from home.
0:03:59 > 0:04:03- We've attended a few weddings here - and been for afternoon tea.
0:04:04 > 0:04:08- Some of us have been for tea - at the Celtic Manor...
0:04:08 > 0:04:11- ..but this is much better!
0:04:14 > 0:04:18- Stewart the chef - also enjoys keeping bees.
0:04:23 > 0:04:26- He's always - been interested in cooking.
0:04:27 > 0:04:31- He was quite a busy child.
0:04:31 > 0:04:36- I would give him flour and water - and it would keep him quiet.
0:04:36 > 0:04:38- He enjoyed cooking.
0:04:40 > 0:04:46- If you use a local honey with - a locally-caught fish or rabbit...
0:04:46 > 0:04:50- ..that's where the ultimate flavours - will come from.
0:04:50 > 0:04:52- I should have a few jars, this year.
0:04:53 > 0:04:56- There's probably - a pound of honey on each side.
0:04:57 > 0:04:59- He doesn't do much cooking at home.
0:04:59 > 0:05:04- He can turn his hand to anything - but don't tell him I said that!
0:05:04 > 0:05:08- The tables have turned and Euryl - has been cooking for Stewart.
0:05:08 > 0:05:12- She's made an apple tart - and a birthday cake.
0:05:12 > 0:05:14- Happy birthday.
0:05:14 > 0:05:16- Happy birthday.- - Thank you, it looks nice.
0:05:16 > 0:05:18- I hope it is.
0:05:18 > 0:05:19- Did you make it or buy it?
0:05:19 > 0:05:21- Did you make it or buy it?- - I made it.
0:05:21 > 0:05:25- He's been told he's overweight - and that he should lose weight.
0:05:26 > 0:05:30- I've lost a bit of weight - but now I've put it all back on.
0:05:30 > 0:05:34- Perhaps I shouldn't feed him - or he might stay here forever.
0:05:38 > 0:05:44- The girls obviously enjoyed - their celebration at the hotel.
0:05:44 > 0:05:47- Nobody wants the jam.
0:05:47 > 0:05:51- I had lots of siblings - and we were only fed bread and jam!
0:05:51 > 0:05:54- This isn't Gwyneth's first visit.
0:05:54 > 0:05:57- She's been here many times...
0:05:57 > 0:06:02- ..and she could find her way here in - the dark with a bag over her head.
0:06:02 > 0:06:04- I used to live - two miles up the road.
0:06:05 > 0:06:08- I would often come to the hotel...
0:06:08 > 0:06:12- ..and attend parties - that were held by the Young Farmers.
0:06:12 > 0:06:15- They added one extension - after another.
0:06:16 > 0:06:20- The basic structure of the hotel - is the old Bryn-y-Mor suite.
0:06:20 > 0:06:22- # Happy birthday #
0:06:23 > 0:06:25- No party is complete without a song.
0:06:25 > 0:06:27- Gwyneth is very sharp.
0:06:28 > 0:06:33- You would never guess that she's - reached the age of promise.
0:06:34 > 0:06:38- How many years are there - until I turn 80?
0:06:40 > 0:06:43- The residents of Llanelli - certainly know how to live.
0:06:43 > 0:06:48- Downstairs, the Alexander Suite - has welcomed 150 Lunch Club guests.
0:06:49 > 0:06:51- Stewart is back at work...
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- ..and he's ensured the success of - his new menu by inviting his family.
0:06:57 > 0:07:02- I don't have any choice because - when he tells us to come, we listen.
0:07:02 > 0:07:04- As a family, we like our food.
0:07:04 > 0:07:09- That's why we put on so much weight.
0:07:09 > 0:07:14- This very popular event boasts - three courses and a cookery lesson.
0:07:14 > 0:07:17- I've been coming since it started, - two years ago.
0:07:17 > 0:07:21- It's a great way to meet friends - and the food is fantastic.
0:07:22 > 0:07:25- We've never had to complain - about the food.
0:07:27 > 0:07:29- Each month, - there's a different theme.
0:07:30 > 0:07:35- Today's apple theme echoes the time - he spent in his mother's orchard.
0:07:35 > 0:07:37- It's an underrated fruit.
0:07:37 > 0:07:41- It's used in reflexology - and calming sessions.
0:07:41 > 0:07:45- Personally, I find Calvados - and cider a little more calming!
0:07:46 > 0:07:50- It's a constant challenge - to think of new ideas for the hotel.
0:07:50 > 0:07:55- The hotel owner, Angela Saunders is - proud of the Lunch Club's success.
0:07:55 > 0:07:59- The Lunch Club was an idea - to bring new customers to the hotel.
0:08:00 > 0:08:04- They're people who wouldn't use - the hotel on a regular basis.
0:08:04 > 0:08:07- We priced it at a realistic 16.
0:08:07 > 0:08:11- People come to enjoy the facilities - and it's more than just lunch.
0:08:11 > 0:08:14- It's an experience - to learn about food.
0:08:14 > 0:08:17- We started with 30 people.
0:08:17 > 0:08:19- It grew to 40, to 50...
0:08:20 > 0:08:24- ..and at the Christmas one, - there's usually 250 to 280 people.
0:08:24 > 0:08:29- On today's menu, there's - a Calvados-soaked salmon quiche...
0:08:29 > 0:08:34- ..with apple flavoured bacon, - inspired by his mother's orchard.
0:08:37 > 0:08:42- We think it's perfect - because it's everything we like.
0:08:43 > 0:08:47- We enjoy the apples - so this is the perfect dish.
0:08:47 > 0:08:51- I just hope the rest of the meal - is as good as the first course.
0:08:54 > 0:08:58- Today's main course is chicken - covered in a corn flake crust.
0:09:01 > 0:09:03- It's our first time here.
0:09:03 > 0:09:08- Sandra spotted it in the newspaper - and she invited me along.
0:09:09 > 0:09:14- We've met a few people who've been - here before and come every month.
0:09:14 > 0:09:18- I think we'll start - coming each month too.
0:09:25 > 0:09:29- The pudding is an apple fritter, - apple crumble ice cream...
0:09:29 > 0:09:31- ..and apple posset.
0:09:32 > 0:09:35- You're stuffed - if you don't like apples!
0:09:35 > 0:09:39- Thankfully, there aren't many - who don't like apples present.
0:09:40 > 0:09:43- It's gone good - and there's good feedback.
0:09:43 > 0:09:46- We were worried that - the main course was too big...
0:09:47 > 0:09:51- ..but everybody said it was good - and that the dessert was refreshing.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- I don't often eat sweet desserts - but this is something else!
0:09:56 > 0:09:58- It's lovely.
0:09:58 > 0:10:02- My mother would say - the worst dish I make is lovely.
0:10:02 > 0:10:07- Afterwards, my father will tell me - something outlandish...
0:10:08 > 0:10:11- ..like the light - or the table was wrong.
0:10:11 > 0:10:14- Was it all right? Any complaints?
0:10:14 > 0:10:16- Was it all right? Any complaints?- - Yes.
0:10:16 > 0:10:19- How do you get that spoon - to the bottom of the glass?
0:10:19 > 0:10:21- You drink it.
0:10:22 > 0:10:24- Stewart obviously knows - his father well.
0:10:25 > 0:10:28- His father appreciates - his mother's food more.
0:10:28 > 0:10:31- It's not as nice - as my wife's apple tart.
0:10:32 > 0:10:34- Don't listen to him.
0:10:35 > 0:10:40- Stewart can't make apple tart - so he makes all this fancy stuff.
0:10:40 > 0:10:42- You tell him that!
0:10:45 > 0:10:50- In the second half, love blossoms - in the most unexpected places.
0:10:51 > 0:10:53- We've been together for six years.
0:10:54 > 0:10:56- Is there room for love - in the kitchen?
0:10:56 > 0:10:58- Oh, not you!
0:10:58 > 0:11:00- Oh, not you!- - That's not very nice.
0:11:01 > 0:11:06- Who knew that choosing wine for - a wedding could cause such emotion?
0:11:06 > 0:11:09- Why would you want to drink that?
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0:11:23 > 0:11:27- Every year, Stradey Park Hotel - welcomes 50,000 visitors.
0:11:28 > 0:11:31- They come to celebrate, - relax or on business.
0:11:31 > 0:11:34- Some come for luxury and romance.
0:11:35 > 0:11:41- We know what happens behind closed - doors or at least we can imagine.
0:11:41 > 0:11:46- A massive bed helps you to relax - and enjoy some "how's your father!"
0:11:46 > 0:11:52- A little luxury can work wonders - when trying to rekindle a romance.
0:11:57 > 0:11:59- Hello, reception?
0:11:59 > 0:12:02- Even under the parapet - of the reception...
0:12:02 > 0:12:05- ..love has blossomed - for Sasha and Tom.
0:12:06 > 0:12:11- We've been together for six years - and we live together.
0:12:11 > 0:12:15- Co-habiting and co-working - could be awkward!
0:12:15 > 0:12:20- It can be stressful - but it's not too bad.
0:12:20 > 0:12:23- We get on quite well - which is a good thing.
0:12:23 > 0:12:29- We sometimes work together - but we also work at different times.
0:12:29 > 0:12:31- That can give us a break.
0:12:32 > 0:12:35- Sasha might work - nights or afternoons...
0:12:35 > 0:12:39- ..and I'll have time off - to play rugby or train at the gym.
0:12:49 > 0:12:55- There's another important visitor - but she doesn't get a warm welcome.
0:12:55 > 0:12:59- She doesn't stop for a chat - at the reception either.
0:13:00 > 0:13:03- She's heading - straight for the kitchen.
0:13:04 > 0:13:06- Oh, not you!
0:13:06 > 0:13:08- Oh, not you!- - It's that time of the year.
0:13:08 > 0:13:13- Mark and the hygiene officer, - Ann Williams are well acquainted.
0:13:13 > 0:13:18- But a friendship means nothing - if the kitchen isn't up to scratch.
0:13:18 > 0:13:20- She's got a job to do, - as we all have.
0:13:21 > 0:13:23- She keeps us on our toes.
0:13:23 > 0:13:25- She keeps us on our toes.- - OK, let's go.
0:13:25 > 0:13:31- The hotel has maintained the highest - food hygiene rating for five years.
0:13:31 > 0:13:35- Ann will scrutinize every - nook and cranny of the kitchen.
0:13:36 > 0:13:38- Can I have your probe thermometer?
0:13:39 > 0:13:41- What did she say?
0:13:41 > 0:13:43- What did she say?- - Two degrees, that'll do me.
0:13:43 > 0:13:48- I make sure everything is fine - but I'm weary I've missed something.
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- I don't make you nervous. - You've known me for too long.
0:13:52 > 0:13:55- No, I'm just petrified.
0:14:00 > 0:14:04- This year, 80 couples - will get married at the hotel.
0:14:04 > 0:14:08- Local couple, Rhian and Gareth - are one of those couples.
0:14:08 > 0:14:14- I work for Carmarthenshire Theatres - and Gareth likes amateur dramatics.
0:14:14 > 0:14:18- We met at Carmarthen's Lyric Theatre - when I worked on a show.
0:14:18 > 0:14:19- Was it My Fair Lady?
0:14:19 > 0:14:21- Was it My Fair Lady?- - No.
0:14:21 > 0:14:21- Me and My Girl?
0:14:21 > 0:14:24- Me and My Girl?- - Yes.
0:14:24 > 0:14:29- We've been good friends ever since - so it was a blossoming friendship.
0:14:30 > 0:14:36- The wedding package offers a 'try - before you buy' option for the wine.
0:14:36 > 0:14:40- One of the managers, Mark will - be responsible for the wedding.
0:14:40 > 0:14:45- The wedding party will need - to sample a variety of wines.
0:14:45 > 0:14:49- There's rose, white or red - so this is the fun part.
0:14:49 > 0:14:52- I'm trying the Chilean one first.
0:14:52 > 0:14:53- Are they all Chilean?
0:14:53 > 0:14:55- Are they all Chilean?- - No, there's a Spanish one.
0:14:55 > 0:14:57- I like my wine.
0:14:57 > 0:15:03- Gareth will only drink it - if there's some left in the house.
0:15:03 > 0:15:06- I'm the one who likes wine.
0:15:07 > 0:15:07- I like this one.
0:15:07 > 0:15:09- I like this one.- - It's lovely.
0:15:09 > 0:15:14- Gareth clearly knows his wine - but what's best for their big day?
0:15:14 > 0:15:18- The red and rose will be best. - People don't drink white nowadays.
0:15:18 > 0:15:19- You would be surprised.
0:15:19 > 0:15:22- You would be surprised.- - People drink white wine with food.
0:15:22 > 0:15:26- It could've been a shambles - but Rhian and Gareth have been wise.
0:15:27 > 0:15:29- It's quite sweet.
0:15:30 > 0:15:30- It's fruity.
0:15:30 > 0:15:32- It's fruity.- - It's actually quite nice.
0:15:33 > 0:15:38- It tastes of gooseberry, - raspberries and gobstoppers!
0:15:38 > 0:15:42- In the kitchen, - Ann is looking for something.
0:15:42 > 0:15:46- They're clean - and they're working all right.
0:15:46 > 0:15:49- Chopping boards, my favourites.
0:15:49 > 0:15:51- They're on order!
0:15:51 > 0:15:53- This was on my last audit as well.
0:15:53 > 0:15:55- This was on my last audit as well.- - They are on order.
0:15:55 > 0:16:00- Chopping boards that are used - as much as these, they get scored.
0:16:00 > 0:16:05- They're not dirty but I don't - like them when they look like that.
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- It's not good for an image either.
0:16:08 > 0:16:12- Image? I don't think anyone - was going to wear them as earrings!
0:16:13 > 0:16:18- Ann is employed by the owner and is - responsible for the kitchen hygiene.
0:16:19 > 0:16:24- We can prove we've done everything - possible if there's food poisoning.
0:16:25 > 0:16:28- It's a lot of paper work.
0:16:28 > 0:16:32- At the end of the day, - we're chefs and not paper boys.
0:16:33 > 0:16:36- There are a few things - you need to do.
0:16:36 > 0:16:42- Thankfully, the kitchen's "image - problem" didn't cause Ann any worry.
0:16:42 > 0:16:44- Thank you very much.
0:16:44 > 0:16:47- Thank you very much.- - I'll see you soon, bye.
0:16:50 > 0:16:53- Laughter is always a good sign.
0:16:54 > 0:16:59- At the end of the year, - Rhian and Gareth will get married.
0:16:59 > 0:17:01- They're trying to choose the wine.
0:17:01 > 0:17:04- Is rose supposed to be sweet?
0:17:04 > 0:17:07- Why would you want to drink that?
0:17:07 > 0:17:11- You don't know a thing - - it's not about you, Gareth!
0:17:11 > 0:17:16- It was important that I picked - the right wine for our big day.
0:17:16 > 0:17:20- My mother won't be happy - if the wine doesn't taste nice.
0:17:20 > 0:17:23- This is from California.
0:17:23 > 0:17:25- New World wines? Oh, no!
0:17:26 > 0:17:28- This is Spanish.
0:17:28 > 0:17:32- How many of them will remember the - origin of the wine on the big day?
0:17:33 > 0:17:36- We've chosen the American - and Chilean wine.
0:17:36 > 0:17:41- We're happy with the Chilean, - Spanish and Californian wine.
0:17:42 > 0:17:44- Hallelujah, they all agree!
0:17:50 > 0:17:56- Llanelli Male Choir is celebrating - its very special 50th birthday.
0:17:56 > 0:18:01- Members and their wives have come - to a special celebratory dinner.
0:18:05 > 0:18:11- The kitchen caters for numerous - guests but it remains immaculate.
0:18:11 > 0:18:17- Steward also has plenty of time - to oversee Josh's creme Anglaise.
0:18:17 > 0:18:21- I'm wondering - if he knows what he's doing.
0:18:21 > 0:18:26- It's normally a custard carton but - I'm here so he's making it fresh.
0:18:26 > 0:18:31- Steward has to keep a close eye - to ensure the custard isn't lumpy.
0:18:31 > 0:18:33- Slowly.
0:18:33 > 0:18:38- You've got a different - definition of 'slowly' to me, Josh.
0:18:40 > 0:18:41- How does it taste, Josh?
0:18:41 > 0:18:44- How does it taste, Josh?- - It's lovely, nice and sweet.
0:18:44 > 0:18:49- I just need to add some Merlyn - Welsh liqueur and it's finished.
0:18:52 > 0:18:57- The good and the great of Llanelli - have arrived for the feast.
0:18:59 > 0:19:04- The other Josh, - Josh James is on duty tonight.
0:19:04 > 0:19:08- I stand by the tables and direct - the waiters to the right place.
0:19:09 > 0:19:12- I ensure the food arrives safely - and at the right time.
0:19:13 > 0:19:16- Are you the boss tonight, Josh?
0:19:17 > 0:19:20- Chris is the boss - but I'm second in command.
0:19:20 > 0:19:23- It's an advantage - that Josh knows everyone.
0:19:23 > 0:19:25- Is everything OK, Mrs Phillips?
0:19:25 > 0:19:28- Is everything OK, Mrs Phillips?- - He's quite the ladies' man too.
0:19:29 > 0:19:32- It's a stuffed chicken.
0:19:32 > 0:19:38- We've recently been on holiday and - have already put on enough weight.
0:19:39 > 0:19:42- Do they still have room - for the apple crumble?
0:19:43 > 0:19:47- The mains are out of the way - and there's only the desert left.
0:19:47 > 0:19:52- Josh's posh custard - will crown the dish.
0:19:52 > 0:19:56- Judging by the empty plates, - I'd say it was a success.
0:19:57 > 0:20:01- It contained lots of cream - which can't be very good for me!
0:20:01 > 0:20:05- The crumble was delicious - so I ate my sister's pudding too.
0:20:05 > 0:20:08- I'm feeling full but - we'll dance it off.
0:20:08 > 0:20:11- That was my favourite course.
0:20:12 > 0:20:15- It was worth coming - just for the dessert.
0:20:15 > 0:20:21- Llanelli Male Choir - certainly celebrated in style...
0:20:21 > 0:20:24- ..and the food was a big hit.
0:20:24 > 0:20:28- Behind the scenes, the endless - clearing and cleaning continues.
0:20:29 > 0:20:33- However, it's bedtime - for Josh, the ladies' man.
0:20:33 > 0:20:35- I'm finished for the night.
0:20:35 > 0:20:38- It's been a success.
0:20:38 > 0:20:41- I'm going straight home to bed.
0:20:48 > 0:20:52- In the next episode, - there's a successful new venture.
0:20:52 > 0:20:55- I like to treat myself to a massage.
0:20:55 > 0:20:58- The Pink Pavilion visits Llanelli.
0:20:58 > 0:21:03- The hotel is full - and around 100 visit every night.
0:21:03 > 0:21:08- However, is the noise too much - for some of the old codgers?
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