Fred Sirieix, the beloved First Dates maître d’, gave fans a glimpse into his Valentine’s Day celebrations with his longtime girlfriend, whom he affectionately calls Fruitcake. 

The 53-year-old television star took to Instagram on Friday to share a heartwarming snap of the couple, highlighting their love and his plans for a special night in.

A Romantic Throwback and Homemade Dinner Plans

Sirieix posted a throwback photo of himself and his partner soaking up the sun, with Fruitcake looking stunning in a plunging blue swimsuit. 

The couple, who have been together since 2018, appeared blissfully happy in the image.

Beyond simply sharing a sweet moment with his fans, Fred also revealed his Valentine’s dinner plans—whipping up a classic spaghetti Bolognese.

He injected some humor into the post, playfully engaging with a popular food trend.

“Thought I’d jump on this fun trend… Love at first bite! This Valentine’s, make your dishes extra special with Knorr’s Red Wine Stockpot. Because a great spaghetti Bolognese starts with the perfect base!” he captioned the post, giving a nod to the product he was using for his meal.

Before getting started in the kitchen, the French television personality was seen out shopping for ingredients, posing for some lighthearted and quirky snaps along the way. Fans loved his playful nature, flooding the comments with laughter and admiration for his fun-loving approach to Valentine’s Day.

Standing By His Friend Amid Controversy

While Fred was busy enjoying a romantic celebration, the controversy surrounding his co-star Gino D’Acampo continued to make headlines. The Italian chef, 48, has been facing allegations of inappropriate behavior, with over 40 claims of misconduct spanning more than a decade.

The allegations surfaced after a clip from their latest ITV series, Emission Impossible, showed D’Acampo making comments to a female dancer that were deemed uncomfortable. While filming in Austria, Gino reportedly asked the dancer if she preferred Italian or French men, despite her repeatedly stating that she had a boyfriend. The situation escalated when he jokingly suggested a threesome with Fred, leaving the dancer visibly uncomfortable.

According to reports, the exchange resulted in complaints from the dance troupe involved in the show, which were then escalated to ITV. The filming of the series was subsequently halted, with concerns growing over D’Acampo’s behavior on set. ITV has yet to make an official statement regarding the matter.

Fred’s Public Show of Support for Gino

Despite the ongoing controversy, Sirieix has shown public support for D’Acampo. According to The Mirror, he liked one of Gino’s recent social media posts—a video of the chef meeting fans at an Asda store to promote his cookbook. However, the like has since disappeared, leading some to speculate about Fred’s stance on the situation.

Meanwhile, their Road Trip co-star, Gordon Ramsay, has remained silent on the matter, distancing himself from the controversy. This has fueled speculation that the once-close friendship between the three TV personalities may be strained.

Gino’s ITV Exit and Growing Tensions

It has been revealed that D’Acampo was quietly dropped from Gordon, Gino, and Fred: Road Trip after refusing to sign a morality clause in his contract. The clause would have allowed ITV to terminate his employment if any problematic behavior occurred on set.

Before his departure from the network, Gino was spotted enjoying a night out with his wife, Jessica Stellina Morrison, and co-star Fred. The trio appeared in high spirits, laughing and joking as they arrived at an event together. During the evening, Gino teased his wife about “choosing the wrong foreigner” as she held hands with Fred, in a moment of lighthearted fun.

A Friendship at a Crossroads?

While Fred appears to be standing by his friend for now, Gordon Ramsay’s silence has been notable. Reports suggest that tensions between Ramsay and D’Acampo may have been simmering for some time, dating back to 2019 when Ramsay’s teenage daughter, Tilly, briefly dated Gino’s son, Luciano.

At the time, the celebrity chef expressed his displeasure over the relationship, calling it a “nightmare.” With recent events unfolding, some speculate that past tensions may have contributed to the apparent fallout between Ramsay and D’Acampo.

Fred Stays Focused on Love

Despite the drama surrounding his co-stars, Fred Sirieix remains focused on celebrating love and happiness in his personal life. His Valentine’s Day post was met with warm reactions from fans, who appreciated his romantic side and playful humor.

As he continues to share joyful moments with Fruitcake, Sirieix proves that, even amidst controversy and speculation, love and laughter remain at the center of his world.

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