Feedback for April 2026 - Andi Osho

Feedback April 2026

Andi Osho

You may already recognise Andi from her appearances in Blue Lights, Line of Duty, Breeders and a long list of other television shows and films that have probably popped up on your screen at one time or another.

But when she’s not in front of the camera, Andi has another string to her bow: she’s also a seriously talented writer. From TV and radio to newspaper columns, she’s built quite the reputation behind the scenes as well. Her third novel, Most Wanted, is out now and it’s an absolute must-read for anyone bravely (or nervously) attempting to climb the property ladder. A darkly funny, twist-packed tale of love, desperation and the housing market, proof that trying to buy your first home might just be the most criminal decision of all.

This month Andi joins us for a chat about all things food. She reveals why it's tricky avoiding the food truck when she’s filming on set, why meat in stews just isn’t her thing, and why she’s a huge fan of Osho Christmases. And that’s not all, we’re also giving you the chance to win one of four copies of Andi’s brand-new book, Most Wanted, in our competition. So if you fancy getting your hands on a copy (without having to fight anyone in a property bidding war), make sure you enter! 

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Do you cook, and if so, what do you like to cook?
I recently renovated my kitchen which instantly became my favourite place in the house. At the weekend I really enjoy making a meal that takes a little more time, like a paella or a casserole. There's something relaxing about those slower dishes, where you idle away an afternoon and get to eat food there isn’t time for midweek. The other day I did Chinese style short ribs, it took four hours but it was so worth it!

What food reminds you of your childhood?
I’m from a Nigerian background so that food most reminds me of being a kid. But I was a picky eater so even though my mum would make these delicious stews, I didn’t like the texture of the meat so I'd pick around it. Even now, I’ll just have the sauce. My family must think I’m bonkers because the meat is the best bit.

Do you have a current favourite restaurant or type of restaurant?
I’m a big fan of Japanese cuisine. I went on a two week trip to Japan a few years back and the food was unspeakably good. Everywhere we ate, every dish looked like a work of art and was insanely delicious, textures and flavours I hadn’t experienced before. One thing that particular stood out was sushi made from soba noodles instead of rice. 

Filming days can be long and hectic, how do you stay on track with eating well while you’re working?
It’s tricky making healthy choices on set and once I get home afterwards. I’m intermittent fasting at the moment so I skip breakfast then try and pick something from the food truck that’s filling but won’t send me to sleep in the afternoon. Not so easy when there’s a load of yummy desserts laid out.  Then in the evening, I’ll cook a simple meal, maybe chicken, rice and veggies (basically I eat like a puppy with a bad tum!). But my Achilles heel is snacking. Filming involves a lot of waiting around and so just for something to do you end up eating your body weight in chocolate and Haribos. 

And when you’re at home writing your books, do your eating habits change?
I used to sit at my desk munching biscuits throughout the day but the fasting has helped curb that. I’ll stop writing around 1pm and cook lunch which I really appreciate being able to do. It gets me doing something physical after a morning sitting writing, resets my energy and makes it much easier to eat a nutritious meal. I’m not making anything fancy though. A burrito, heated up leftovers, or a warm salad. Something like that. 

What food or ingredients could you not do without?
I did a wellbeing retreat a couple of years ago and they asked us to cut out salt leading up to the event! That was not fun. But I'm guessing most people wouldn’t be too keen on that. So salt aside, one thing that ends up in a lot of things I cook is shoyu, the Japanese soya sauce. It’s great for seasoning when you’re looking for saltiness but also an additional depth of flavour. 

Is there a memorable meal you remember eating?
Our family Christmas dinners are wonderful. We’ve got it down to a fine art where we combine traditional dishes with Nigerian and Caribbean ones. It’s not an Osho Christmas if there isn’t a big bowl of jollof alongside the turkey and trimmings.  It’s easily my favourite meal of the year, for the food but mainly for the way it brings us all together. And as the family has grown, it’s got to the point where we have to do a buffet line as there’s not enough space at the table - it’s gone from cooking to catering! It’s hectic but I love the beautiful, organised chaos of it. 

Is there something you always keep in the fridge?
I love a cloudy apple juice mixed with fizzy water (and occasionally some matcha as a pick-me-up) but I also use it to soak overnight oats, or mix it with powder supplements, like creatine and pyllium husk.  They can be fairly grim with just plain water. 

What would be your last supper if anything was available to you and where would you eat it?
That’s easy. A barbecue. Food cooked over coals in the sunshine is the best!

Andi Osho’s new novel ‘Most Wanted’ (HQ, HarperCollins) is out now.

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