The Ultimate Culinary Crossover: When Lagom Energy Meets Disney Magic
If you’ve ever sat in front of the telly watching a Disney classic and found your mouth watering at the animated feasts on screen, you are definitely not alone. But while most of us just daydream about what those fictional delicacies taste like, Martyn Odell is actually stepping into the kitchen to make them a reality.
In a massive new collaboration with Disney UK, everyone’s favorite food-waste warrior—the Lagom Chef himself—is starring in a brand-new, 12-episode YouTube digital series: Dish Up Disney.
It’s a perfect match. Martyn’s chaotic, joyful, and completely accessible approach to cooking is being brought to the whimsical world of animation. The series bridges the gap between animated fiction and real-world culinary mastery, challenging Martyn to recreate iconic cinematic meals with a proper chef’s twist.
Recreating the Unreconstructable: What’s on the Menu?
Across the series, Martyn isn’t just slapping together basic movie replicas; he’s taking a deep dive into the history, techniques, and flavors behind these legendary dishes. He’s consulting with food experts, visiting traditional shops, and using his chef instincts to bring the silver screen to a real-life plate.
Fans can look forward to a spectacular menu of nostalgia, including:
- “The Grey Stuff” (Beauty and the Beast): Lumière promised it was delicious, and Martyn is proving it. By turning to real-world inspirations, he’s whipped up a rich, savory mushroom, cream cheese, and mascarpone masterpiece that more than lives up to the castle hype.
- Snow White’s Gooseberry Pie: Taking tips from traditional pie masters, Martyn tackles the perfect crimped pastry and a sweet-tart gooseberry filling that would make Grumpy crack a smile.
- The Rivera Family Tamales (Coco): A vibrant journey into Mexican culinary heritage, exploring the delicate art of making authentic masa and rich chicken mole tamales.
- Broccoli Pizza (Inside Out): Turning San Francisco’s most controversial animated pizza topping into a genuinely gourmet, garlic-and-parm crusted reality.
“To bring these legendary childhood food moments off the screen and into a real kitchen is an absolute dream,” says Martyn. “We’re throwing out the rulebook, having a massive laugh, and showing people how to make these incredible plates at home.”
A Masterclass in Fun and Food Education
What makes Dish Up Disney such a fantastic watch is that it remains uniquely “Lagom.” Amidst the Disney magic, Martyn’s core principles still shine through. It’s all about building confidence in the kitchen, experimenting with bold flavors, and making cooking an approachable, entertaining adventure rather than a stressful chore.
Whether you are a die-hard Disney fan who wants to taste a piece of your favorite childhood movie, or a home cook looking for a brilliant, fresh format to level up your skills, this series delivers.
Watch Episode One Right Now!
The magic has officially begun. The first episodes of Dish Up Disney are now streaming for free on the official Disney UK YouTube channel, with new culinary challenges dropping regularly.
Don’t miss out on the action. Click the link in our bio, head over to YouTube, and watch Martyn turn animation into pure culinary gold. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell us in the comments which iconic Disney dish you want to see the Lagom Chef tackle next!
Posted On: 1 June 2026