Phil Vickery breaks the silence with Fern Britton’s best friend

PHIL Vickery broke his silence by kissing Fern Britton, his ex-wife.

Last month, Lorraine Stanton (58), was seen with TV chef, who frequently appears on ITV’s This Morning.

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Fern Britton’s ex-hubby Phil Vickery smooches with her best palCredit: MJ-Pictures.com

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Phil frequently cooks for This MorningCredit: Rex

Phil insists that they are “just mates”Despite their passionate embrace.

After 20 years, Phil, 61 and Fern, 65, divorced in 2020.

Fern spoke out earlier this year about her struggles to heal from their marital breakup.

Phil, Lorraine and their romantic walk led to them being spotted together before they were escorted into a Mayfair property.

They arrived at 2pm with overnight bags, before stopping twice on the street to share a passionate kiss.

Phil answered a question about their relationship. MailOnline:

“We’re just mates having lunch for goodness sake”

Fern made an apparent dig at Phil, 61 after she saw the photos. She raved about a Mary Berry recipe that she had found in one her cook books.

Fern typed: “Can’t beat ⁦@MaryBerrysFoods⁩ recipe for #CoqAuVin.

“Substituted onions for shallots and carrots for mushrooms @AuntBessies⁩ comfort dumplings popped on top. A supper drenched with innuendo.”

A fan responded: “Puts Ready, Steady Cook into the shade, doesn’t it, Fern…..”Fern liked their replies, even showing her approval.

Phil was featured in BBC’s Ready Steady Cook more than 200 times.

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After a London date Phil, Telly’s chef, shared a longing public kiss with Lorraine Stanton.Credit: MJ-Pictures.com

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After 20 years of being together, Fern and Phil have separated from This Morning.Credit: Rex

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Fern enjoys a cocktail with Lorraine, her long-time buddyCredit: MJ-Pictures.com