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  "description": "A hit Gaelic-language cookery series fronted by gay author and social media star Coinneach MacLeod has been nominated for a top prize at the Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2026.\n\nHebridean Baker: Nordic Islands, which aired on BBC ALBA and streamed on BBC iPlayer, is shortlisted in the Best Programme category - one of the most respected honours in food broadcasting, with past winners including The Great British Bake Off.\n\nThe four-part series follows MacLeod on his television presenting d",
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  "textContent": "A hit Gaelic-language cookery series fronted by gay author and social media star **Coinneach MacLeod** has been nominated for a top prize at the **Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2026**.\n\n**_Hebridean Baker: Nordic Islands_** , which aired on **BBC ALBA** and streamed on**BBC iPlayer** , is shortlisted in the Best Programme category - one of the most respected honours in food broadcasting, with past winners including  _The Great British Bake Off_.\n\nThe four-part series follows MacLeod on his television presenting debut as he travels across Nordic islands including **Lofoten** , the **Faroe Islands** , **Gotland** and **Bornholm** , exploring the deep connections between food, culture and island life. The show has been praised for its warmth, storytelling and celebration of community.\n\nReacting to the nomination, MacLeod said: “It’s a real honour to be nominated for the prestigious Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards. To see a Gaelic series recognised on this stage means a great deal.”\n\nHe added: “Knowing that past winners include Stanley Tucci and Tom Kerridge makes it all the more special.”\n\nProduced by**Caledonia TV** , the series is a rare Gaelic-language contender at a major international awards ceremony, highlighting growing recognition for non-English programming.",
  "title": "Gay Hebridean baker Coinneach MacLeod lands major TV award nomination",
  "updatedAt": "2026-04-09T15:12:54.905Z"
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