Viewers were also stunned to see the arrival of one unexpected guest10:43, 30 May 2026Updated 10:50, 30 May 2026ITV viewers all said the same thing as James Martin returned for his regular weekend show.‌Once again, James Martin's Saturday Morning show returned to screens where he was joined by special guest, West End star Elaine Paige as well as enjoying recipes from Chefs Jose Pizarro and Tony Singh.‌During the latest instalment, the 53-year-old also served up a dish in aid of Soccer Aid. But ahead of today's show (Saturday, May 30), fans all said the same thing as they could not wait to tune in.‌Taking to social media, the Saturday Morning with James Martin Facebook page teased: "It's another super Saturday as James is joined by musical theatre star Elaine Paige, and chefs Jose Pizarro and Tony Singh. He's also serving a dish perfect for sharing while watching Soccer Aid! Join us from 9.30am tomorrow!"One fan replied: "Elaine’s great, forget the rest…" Another penned: "Wonderful to see Elaine Paige as your guest and Chef Tony Singh back in your kitchen James. I'll be watching in the morning."‌A third added: "This will be a very good one", as a fourth echoed: "Can't wait looks like it's gonna be a good one."Another commented: "It's going to be a good one cant wait." Over on Instagram, another said: "Great lineup", as one person added: "Fab line up."Viewers were also stunned to see the arrival of an unexpected guest on Saturday's show - James' dog Lola, who made a surprise appearance during his chat with Elaine. Interrupting his interview, dog Lola came to say hello as James introduced the pair.‌However, Lola soon reappeared, this time wanting to play as James joked: "She's doing circles", before warning her not to take the stick Lola was offering.Elaine joked if she did so, she would be "done for". However, viewers were delighted to see the companion on screens as one person wrote: "And Lola …."‌Another stated: "What was the name of the puppy? Oh and the food is lovely [laughing emoji]."For James, he remained unfazed by Lola's surprise appearance, continuing his recipe of brill on the bone with asparagus, morals, wild garlic and a lemon cream sauce.Speaking to Elaine about her rise to fame, he said her voice was "timeless, the music is timeless."Article continues belowOpening up to James, Elaine admitted: "I was on the verge of thinking I'm going to give all this up, I couldn't get the role I could sink my teeth into."However, when Evita came along, Elaine said it "changed my life overnight", adding: "I've been so lucky James really. I've been lucky because I've been able to do what I really love so it's never felt like work... I've just been very very lucky."James Martin's Saturday Morning continues on Saturdays at 9:30am on ITV and ITV X.