Food cooking programs on t.v.

[OneEyedDiva]

I never understood the popularity of cooking shows, but then I hate to cook. I'd watch Rachel Ray from time to time because she used to have good celebrity guests. If I had people to pre measure my ingredients for me and if I had a large kitchen with a window, perhaps I'd enjoy cooking more. Another thing I notice, they don't wash their hand enough when handling kitchen items.

 

[Rossana]

She was and I was a big fan. Later, she got on my nerves. Too much of a good thing I guess.

I feel the same way about Rachael Ray.

 

[Twostep]

Here's an upper-middle class guy with one of those million dollar studio kitchens, but he tends to do some interesting things. Often old-time recipes or unusual ingredients.

Here is one on some basic cookies with a twist:

Vinegar In Cookies? Discover This Surprising Vintage Recipe!

A chemical reaction upping PH level - decreases rising time in bread doughs.

 

[StarSong]

I feel the same way about Rachael Ray.

Same here.

 

[StarSong]

I liked Alton Brown because he taught cooking and the science behind it.
Jamie Oliver was relatable because he'd say things like: if you don't have eggplant, use zucchini, if you don't have either you can sub XYZ or leave it out and reduce the liquid by 1/3.

That said, I haven't watched a true cooking show in 15 years, maybe longer. Exception would be the Great British Baking Show, but that's not nearly as much fun as it once was. I only watch that when my older grands are spending the night and they request we watch one while they're getting ready for bed.

 

[Michael Z]

Chopped was fun to watch with the grown kids! Probably a lot closer to reality as we often have to improvise.