1977

S1.E1 ∙ Sleeping Partners

Mon, Jan 10, 1977

Robin and Vicky discover the Chinese restaurant they live above has closed down owing Vicky's father James 3 month's rent. Robin, who is a trained chef hits on the idea of possibly convincing James to lend him the money to start a bistro 'Robins Nest' James refuses but presents an even more intriguing solution for Robin and Vicky

6.8 /10

S1.E2 ∙ The Bistro Kids

Mon, Jan 17, 1977

The day of the restaurant opening arrives and Robin and Vicky are frantic with all the things they need to remember to organize a successful opening. James continues to put pressure on the couple over the day to day functions of the restaurant as well as the status of their relationship

6.9 /10

S1.E3 ∙ A Little Competition

Mon, Jan 24, 1977

Robin feels threatened when an old flame of Vicky's begins to make plans for a steak house next door to their restaurant. To make matters worse they are all invited to the grand opening which they finally do decide to attend. Robin has had enough of his rival fawning over Vicky and decides to extract revenge.

6.9 /10

S1.E4 ∙ The Maternal Triangle

Mon, Jan 31, 1977

Robbin becomes concerned when Victoria's mother comes to town and wants to meet Robbin. The Bistro also becomes the focus of an inspection from the fire department when there are concerns about the sprinkler system. Victoria also expressed concern over the new dish washer Robbins employed

6.6 /10

S1.E5 ∙ Piggy in the Middle

Mon, Feb 07, 1977

Robin wonders how he can get rid of Albert after a number of breakages, Mr. Nicholls suggests using the Bistro as an art gallery to brighten it up, and Vicky's not happy when her father starts seeing a younger woman.

6.4 /10

S1.E6 ∙ A Matter of Note

Mon, Feb 14, 1977

Albert insists on returning to work despite being sacked the day before, the CID visit the Bistro to investigate a £10 note paid in at the bank, and Mr. Nicholls is forced to order unwanted courgettes at the police station.

6.9 /10

S1.E7 ∙ Oh Happy Day

Mon, Feb 21, 1977

Robin gets a shock when Vicky changes her mind about getting married, Albert lets slip about the honeymoon after being sworn to secrecy, and Mr. Nicholls is disappointed when he learns that he won't even be there.

6.2 /10