Olivia Colman Eats Bangers & Mash, Sticky Toffee Pudding and 4 Other British Dishes

Olivia Colman attempts Vogue’s ‘Ultimate British Taste Test,’ as her taste buds are put to the test with some local cuisine. Just how much does Olivia know about proper British nosh?
Olivia Colman shares her experiences from filming Netflix’s coming-of-age rom-com Heartstopper (Sarah Nelson), as well as her time on The Crown (Queen Elizabeth II): ‘We had scenes when the whole ‘pretend royal family’ were together and we just had a ball… it was lovely!’ Watch the national treasure try 6 British dishes while recalling some fond acting memories and schooling us on the perfect cuppa (thanks to Emilia Clarke).
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Director
Tom Ivin

Editor
Lydia Bowden
Director of Photography
Henry Lockyer
Featuring
Olivia Colman
Acting Director of Creative Production
Romy van den Broeke
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Producer
Sarah Al Slaity
Creative Production Coordinator
Anisa Kennar
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Camera Operator
Scarlett Gardner
Camera Assistant
Connor Pearce
Super 8 Camera Operator
Montse Tanús
Gaffer
Abi Hurcomb
Spark
Tanya Ringer
Sound Recordist
Stuart Hall
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Stylist
Miranda Almond
Hairstylist
Earl Simms
Make-up Artist
Polly Osmond
Manicurist
Lucy Tucker
Prop Stylist
Tors Beedles
Food Stylist
Amanda James
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Post Production Coordinator
Jovan James
Post Production Supervisor
Edward Taylor
Supervising Editor
Kameron Key
Animator
Ed Croucher
Colourist
Oliver Eid
Executive Producer
Ruhiya Nuruddin
Vice President of Digital Video English
Thespena Guatieri
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Special Thanks
Burberry
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[@luci4087]

She’s so endearing. It’s kind of ridiculous how easy to like her is. Lol

[@greysunset4935]

[@Makaan]

I guess so. Me on the other hand, I see her and I see Sophie from Peep Show xD.

[@ilovebabybelle]

@@Makaanditto 😂

[@salamandastron90]

Olivia Coleman is a golden retriever trapped in the body of a phenomenal actress. edit: Oh wow this comment took off, glad so many people love her

[@jillosler9353]

Perfect description! Love it ❤

[@b.wilson-vintage]

Lol the guy that plays her son in Heartstopper is known in the show and comics as looking like the ultimate golden retriever (which he does) 🤣

[@salamandastron90]

oh cool haha@@b.wilson-vintage

[@salsmith1323]

Exactly.

[@hey.you..]

😂😂😂

[@raven_bard]

The woman has an Oscar and a handful of BAFTAs under her belt and she's still so stoked that her bartending skills are intact. 😅 What a delight she is. Also, now I'm famished and in desperate need for bangers and mash.

[@jillosler9353]

She's a Norfolk gal - and that's normal for Norfolk!!!

[@Paleos1000]

Same. Will now make bacon and eggs.

[@vickiekostecki]

She says it like it's a genuine fall back plan.

[@judycroteau482]

Yes and sticky toffee pudding. Yum!!

[@hollingbourne]

Love her

[@CherryFilms7]

“Pedestrian!” 😂 that genuinely made me laugh out loud, she’s the best

[@skylermchale6462]

I had to see if anyone else commented 😂

[@chonkymonster671]

It's lovely that she barely touched the cutlery and instead dove into each dish straight with her hands

[@hey.noah.]

Olivia is just the best. Absolutely hilarious and not afraid to make fun of herself. I normally don't say this about any famous people, but she is one I would love to hang out with and chat for hours x

[@0roseable]

I think it is that she doesn't act famous. She just acts like a random, funny human being. Like, she appears to be fully herself all the time.

[@peachnecctar1658]

right? i feel like id end up peeing my pants from laughing by the end of the night

[@chandrawong449]

yes, she always seems like a completely lovely, kind person who doesn't take herself too seriously! Love her :)

[@user-dm7mj2qc6w]

This. She's so herself and unapologetic of that. And I think that makes her even more of a stunning actress esp when she plays ppl like Queen Anne or Madame Thenadier

[@AFndjdj7373]

@@0roseableyeah we can all relate to her nanny and quail eggs, she’s just like everyone else x

[@Diamond_Skies]

I wish the US had pubs like this: dark and cozy with booths to hide in with your friends and have a nice drink. Bars are just not the same vibe.

[@naja1553]

Um APPLEBEES hon! … jus messin. The thing my mother missed the most about the UK was the fish n chips.

[@EveGarland]

This is The Royal Oak on Columbia Road in London!

[@JoePrimmerEditor]

Most Irish Pubs in any major city are like this.

[@Diamond_Skies]

@@JoePrimmerEditor They're not everywhere and the culture is not as common as they are in the UK.

[@Shakespeareweekly]

Us has BARS not pub’s, but yes there are pubs. Irish or Scottish last names pubs.

[@michelabonzio]

I love how strongly she feels for her tea and how she describes everything

[@mellybeetaylor8177]

I was YES! when she mentioned Yorkshire Gold!

[@muttley5958]

Exactly ! The water must be boiling. 😂

[@nealgrimes4382]

Many Brits are like this about Tea.

[@rumeysadurmaz1036]

She has this personality that makes your forget you are watching a celebrity in a good way, she feels so natural and does not seem to be hiding her personality at all, she is also naturally so funny

[@noellawson41]

I am not even British and I think she's a national icon. Scratch that - this woman is an international icon. What a gem.

[@13strong]

I like that Olivia Colman comes across as so sweet, gentle and wholesome, but has played some of the darkest and most deranged characters in TV and film.

[@nealgrimes4382]

That's called Acting.

[@Apero1Spritz]

I didn't know how much I'd enjoy watching someone eat, and I loved every second of it. This woman is amazing!

[@xavierpaquin]

You've graduated to the internet... where going up is going down

[@sidsid6380]

Olivia Coleman is just a treasure…I have loved her in everything she has done.

[@dominicaaaaa5547]

Loved her in peep show ..and a film called tyrannosaur haven't seen her in much else but probably should watch more

[@lordcraig256]

I could watch Olivia Colman literally do anything and be so entertained and engaged, she's an Icon.

[@AustenGroupie]

the sheer charisma of this woman. one could watch her paint a wall.

[@lh3517]

The outtakes at the end were just the icing on the cake in this video! She really is just so delightful and witty and silly, honestly the best

[@maggiejackson2160]

I just rewatched the first season of Broadchurch and I’m always amazed by this woman’s range and how incredibly, unstudiedly charming she is.

[@chrystiafreelandscankles548]

She even ate a scotch egg on that show!

[@twitteringothers5059]

When I first decided to watch Broadchurch I did it because David Tennant was in it but I stayed because of Olivia Colman.

[@jimlittle5769]

@@twitteringothers5059 They were both absolutely brilliant in that show. One of my favorites shows ever.

[@madijayne2]

Colly is such a gem. The faces she makes and her humor are so heartwarming. She’s a true treasure.

[@sallycormier1383]

“Where’s my mouth?!!” Lol. That sticky toffee pudding looked yummy and it made me happy when she tucked into it!!!

[@noellenn2122]

She’s loveliness personified.

[@53shuzzie]

She’s so down to earth and doesn’t take herself the least bit seriously.

[@sophiefeathers]

love the fact that she has a full on set of cutlery but decides to use her fingers and hands for the majority😂 she's an absolute treasure

[@jerryhill7508]

She's lovely, priceless, natural.

[@ChINNg28]

Omg this is hilarious. I remember the interview with Olivia and Emilia, when Emilia talked about how she makes tea, Olivia was polite but clearly not agreeing with her inside (so was I) 😂

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Olivia Colman is an icon, a legend and she is the moment. Also, a great drinking buddy.

[@theominousbulge]

Olivia Coleman is one of those actors that are so immediately likable that im always all-in on whatever character she's portraying. I think she'd still find a measure of success if she was half as talented as she is. She comes across like a favorite aunt to me. I'm not even British.

[@heatheryi]

She’s such a wonderful, articulate, intelligent woman. Insanely good actor too. Probably one of the best of our generation

[@pershorefoodbanktrusselltr3632]

Olivia Coleman is an actor who took along time to get to her position today, she spent years and years making ends meet acting bit parts and never quit, I think that’s why she’s so humble today, fame and success wasn’t something she obtained through lucky circumstance, it wasn’t handed to her, she earned It. That’s my opinion anyway.

[@Silluet88]

I don’t know why, but i feel really calm whenever i hear Olivia talks. She is so lovely.

[@CarolAnn-gh9fl]

I love visiting the different neighborhoods in London, Sunday Roasts are a must have, never visit England without enjoying one.

[@vcharmer5536]

The way she described fish and chips as 'winter and summer' - so real.

[@Leifdk1]

I’m not British but sticky toffee pudding tastes absolutely amazing AND is fun to say.

[@juliamaddox4408]

If you haven't gotten to see Olivia in Empire of Light, you're missing out. An underrated gem!

[@kevinlance1813]

We love Olivia Colman at our house. She completely inhabits each character and has such great range. Brilliant!

[@idkwhatimdoing3046]

How can you not love Olivia Coleman

[@adelaferreira4575]

Olivia is so down to earth and fun lady on the other hand she is one amazing actress ,lovely woman all around !

[@brynwest4495]

I don't know how she refrains herself from continue to eat that sticky toffee pudding if I was on camera I would just be shoving all that food down. Her ability to not touch for a solid few seconds/minutes is impressive haha

[@LyraDavis]

I would imagine, knowing she was going this, she ate first? It’s easier to refrain if you aren’t hungry. Also, being an actress, she’s probably trained herself to maintain her figure.

[@jillosler9353]

​@@LyraDavisWhat you look like isn't as important as your acting skills in the UK. Olivia is just being herself.

[@LyraDavis]

@@jillosler9353 what? I’m referencing her ability to just take a small bite of each thing and not devour it all - especially the desert as the OP I was reply to said. Your comment implies I was making some comment about her looks or acting ability?

[@pinkysworn]

God, she’s just delightful, isn’t she? 🥹

[@dani.p]

I just love her sooo much. She's pure joy and kindness and so down to earth ❤

[@laur3n057]

I love her soooo much. Not only do I have the utmost respect for her as an actress she also looks genuinely kind and sweet. Love love love her.

[@krimsinrose7120]

I love these videos and how they're set in past job environments. Adele was in a cafe and she worked in one ❤ love the attention to history/detail.

[@GSHants]

Love that she eats everything with her hands, 👏🏻👏🏻

[@Earthsuitlife]

Love her to bits. She is genuinely a lovely soul! Love her smile and her talent!!!

[@jcs1025]

Love that she mentioned Heartstopper! Sarah Nelson is an amazing mother. ❤❤

[@ulrikethaetner]

I love her love for comfort food and how she touches everything with her hands. She's really digging it.

[@JeccaJ]

Can we just make this woman a Dame please? National treasure ❤

[@MrJackKnightSays]

Dame Olivia Coleman has a great ring to it. "And the award for Best Actress goes to Dame Olivia Coleman"

[@devesongs]

Why not? Useless titles for ALL OUR FAVS!

[@wh0resaurus]

this woman is so genuine & hilarious!

[@lordcraig256]

I need an hour long cut of this 😭

[@mattbernabe]

The crunch on the fish sounds so appetizing and delicious. I want some!

[@brinsonopinion]

God I adore her! She's as fun and engaging being herself as any role she could play!

[@jerrycote659]

I could listen to her for days and not be bored. LOVE Olivia! Been to UK three times and I’m anxious to go back and have Steak and Ale Pie with a Pint. Yum!

[@grapesodatravels]

Scotch eggs are probably one of my favourite things EVER! However fish and chips at Wells next the Sea is blissful

[@TheonlyLaia]

I could sit and listened to her all day long

[@virginiafry9854]

St first I thought this was going to be a skit, but it wasn’t! Olivia is so brilliant with her facial expressions and her giggles!

[@jsio3820]

How could you NOT love Olivia!!!!!

[@virginiamccarter6638]

She is effortlessly brilliant. I could totally see being friends with her.

[@dawnmosher7904]

I love how the topic of the perfect cup of tea is such a debate... along with how to prepare your scone. ❤

[@BethFrecks]

I can’t describe how much I bloody love Olivia Colman

[@Rooooo11]

I adore her, she is amazing!

[@melindaszarvas2708]

I know about myself that I love Olivia Colman, but after every interview/show/anything, I am again surprised by how much! ❤😍 I always think it is impossible to love her more... and then...

[@2legit64]

She is so delightful. I can't get enough of her.

[@sianb1260]

Fantastic explanation of making a perfect cup of tea.

[@patchesandrefit]

Love Olivia Coleman, in anything, acting or interviews. She’s amazingly fun. Thanks for this. Love. ❤️

[@senguptasayn]

Anything with Olivia is a must watch. This one was so much fun.for once I was not interested much in the food.

[@DD-sr9xm]

Congratulations, all the best pub grub, and really well prepared. What a great pub!

[@SAINTOBVIOUS]

This woman can do NO WRONG! She’s absolutely lovely in everything I see her in!

[@Just_Joe]

I just love how she randomly throws those "psychotic smiles" every once in a while which would usually look creepy, but instead it is what actually makes her so much more likable to me

[@lekoman]

I often find myself worrying, as some of the national treasures of yore age, that we don't replace them fast enough. Dames Judi and Maggie, e.g., are in their 80s. I am so relieved we have Olivia coming up behind them with so many decades of greatness still ahead of her.

[@Ruqiyyaanood1604]

I genuinely just LOVE this woman

[@ChrolliForever]

I saw Olivia and I click and Smile the whole time! What a Treasury she is! ❤

[@mofetabionica]

Love that Olivia ate everything with her hands. Lovely Sophie.

[@nigelprance2540]

I love her -- in everything she does!

[@Emie14000]

Where is the full vidéo?? I wanna see it all !!!! Olivia Colman has such a lovely personality 😍 I'm binge watching everything I can find with her, so if you guys have any gem, don't hesitate to share 😉

[@mikeydan]

I love this woman for SO many reasons... but, when she said her go-to was toast.... zing went the strings of my heart. me, too.

[@healinggardens-terribowlby3129]

I absolutely adore this woman! I too, would love to just hang out and chat with her… In a pub or a coffee shop. And Olivia Colman is an amazing actor!

[@mageofstuff]

i see her and hear her voice and i immediately smile

[@jayr3053]

Love this woman in everything she does!

[@bduffy1215]

Olivia is absolutely fabulous!!!!!

[@mschaos1]

toast is the BEST snack as it can be made into so many things. avocado or cheese or jam or ham or just some excellent butter

[@darktrain1971]

love the 'mother gravy' that they add to every week...may have to start one of those!

[@artlexander387]

She is the moment. So lovely 🥹

[@EnglishActor]

This woman is a legend

[@mariemakesstuff]

Olivia is just such a delight.

[@RendyLannister]

The best actress in my heart ever ❤ she’s hillarious and low key

[@shoddypockets9666]

Shes a true brit in EVERY way. Self depricating, humble , quiet and hilarious.🇬🇧 ..Also a Mind blowing talent x

[@emiliojiordano2432]

She’s so delightful! Her Oscar acceptance speech was utterly charming!

[@Greta3090]

I kind of love how her outfit is complementing the blindfold :D I wanna join that cozy-pajama-comfort-food-frenzy in a British pub so badly.

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Love her !! Love the British comfort food ! ❤️

[@d.a.2497]

Gosh, I love her so much. She's so adorable.

[@TheStylelike16th]

The way this woman is a friend in my head~!!!!! UGH!!!🤩🤩🤩 She's fabulous!

[@d.w.1986]

Love Olivia Colman!!! Could watch her all day.

[@LadyDeadPooly]

She's so lovely and likable. I love her in every movie.

[@introspectivedreamer3864]

She’s a delightful, lovely soul, brilliant personality, great person and brilliant watching her bite that fish😂😂❤ u Olivia

[@IRISESeyesOF289]

I'd watch her read a book and still get pure joy from it ❤

[@leijen208]

Absolutely adore her. From the States and could name everything before she named them. I just need to move there

[@aidepaul534]

That food looked so amazing.

[@loganu4664]

Olivia Coleman reminds me of my great aunt in a British font. Bubbly, fun, has loads of good stories, has truly lived a life.

[@bierjip1]

How sweet and bubbly she is.

[@TheRealMrBeard]

I have actually never heard of this lady before but just listening to her makes me love her.

[@Stefarooh]

She is 2019's Best Actress Oscar winner for 'The Favorite" not to mention countless BAFTA and Golden Globe awards she holds for her work on television.

[@TheRealMrBeard]

@@CC-gg5hg yup. I don't watch a lot of tv or movies.

[@MrSunlander]

Well done, Liv! Thanks, BV.