I get bored watching the usual programs on TV, so I have been watching more and more programs on the Food Network and the new Cooking Channel.

Emeril is going forward with is Fresh Food approach toward a sustainable way to eat healthy food. Good for him! Jamie Oliver is going into his garden and around the world to bring you healthy recipes that will bring a smile your tummy. Even the nutritionist is doing a fine job with her dishes.

Giada has grown up and built a family on the Food Network and she continues to impress me with the quality of her recipes and the use of fresh ingredients in her dishes. Even the lovely Rachael Ray is building better meals with more natural ingredients. I am even fond of the Iron Chef incorporating chefs who have a flair for technology and others who make elegant food with healthy ingredients.

Then there’s the Cupcake Wars… The vegan cupcake makers and those who make gluten-free cupcakes that taste absolutely delicious are the stars of this series. Foodography explores some of the best healthy ingredients like chocolate, even if it’s a quirky show. FoodCrafters and FoodJammers are still a mystery to me, but I have seen a few episodes that are intriguing and promising. People who make their own snack bars can be trusted to bring you creative ideas for healthy snacks.

The ethnic cuisine programs are excellent with Indian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Italian, French, and many other countries being represented. It makes me want to go into the business of making rice paper and rice noodles! I love it that you are being shown how many cultures use herbs and spices to create healthy dishes that taste great!

If you want ethnic cuisine delivered directly to your door, then go here:

I adore Tyler and many of our old favorite people who keep bringing us great information and incredible dishes. Good Eats and Unwrapped are still worth our time to watch and learn.

However, the best of the best is the new program with the children who are growing their own food and selling it to local restaurants who value what these kids are doing. I hope that catches on in every community around the world!

While I don’t care for Bitchen Kitchen or Extra Virgin very much, at least the Italian husband is bringing a touch of Tuscany to the big city that lacks what is necessary for healthy Lifestyles. I would build a pizza oven and raise chickens in my backyard, too; if I had to endure city life.

Check out the websites and watch some good TV for a change!

The Cooking Channel

The Food Network

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