With the coronavirus swooping the globe and Prime Minister Boris Johnson hospitalised after his symptoms had worsened, we felt something slightly light hearted at this difficult time could help to ease some woes, if only for a short period.
And what better way to get the nation laughing again by sharing some momentous Come Dine With Me blunders that have floored fans over the years.
The Channel 4 favourite first aired in 2005 and has been going strong ever since, thanks to tense moments, dramatic contestants and witty narrations from Dave Lamb.
From angry sore losers, sardine regurgitation, entire packet food dinners and a red faced street stumble, the Daily Star Online has packed it all in.