In this episode of Who Done It Dinners, hosts Helen Barbour and Katie McLaughlin explore the intersection of murder mysteries and culinary delights. They delve into Dorothy L. Sayers' first novel featuring Lord Peter Wimsey, 'Whose Body?', discussing its plot, character dynamics, and psychological depth. The conversation also touches on the colonial influences on British cuisine, leading to a food challenge centered around Kedgeree and a cocktail inspired by the East India Company. The episode concludes with a teaser for the next food challenge involving a Venetian lunch.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Who Done It Dinners01:18 Colonial Influences on British Cuisine02:58 Exploring Dorothy Sayers and Lord Peter Wimsey04:36 The Mystery Unfolds: Who's Body?08:12 Psychological Depth in Sayers' Writing10:17 Contrasting Styles: Sayers vs. Christie12:09 The Climax: Encountering the Murderer13:48 Class and Society in the Narrative15:15 Exploring Lord Peter Wimsey17:29 Agatha Christie’s Unique Approach to Romance21:06 Casting Choices for Lord Peter Wimsey22:06 Rating 'Whose Body?' and Its Impact25:47 Culinary Influences in British Cuisine31:18 Food Challenge: A Venetian Lunch32:36 New ChapterTheme Tune: Dan McCulloughhttp://www.whodunnitdinners.co.uk

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