Serious Eats
Fresh Food on TV: Weekend Edition
With all the channels on broadcast TV and cable—and the inevitable episode repeats—it's hard to sort out what's new or worthwhile. Let us sort it out for you so you don't miss anything worth watching. Times may vary with region; check your local listings for exact hour and channels.
Recommended Show
Robert Irvine is a guest on Sunday night's episode of The Next Food Network Star! He'll wake the finalists up early in the morning and test their knowledge of food before they have to prepare and serve an original brunch menu on a moving train. Sunday, 10 p.m. ET, Food Network
Saturday (June 7)
Jamie at Home: "Onions." Jamie pulls up his first onions of the year from his garden and makes a cheese and onion salad. He also uses red onions for an onion and potato al forno with roast pork and makes an English onion and leek soup with cheddar cheese. 9:30 a.m. ET, Food Network
Shopping with Chefs: "Fridges & Ranges, Chile Peppers, Asian, Herbs & Spices." The chefs go shopping for ranges, fridges, produce, fresh herbs and a spice rack. They'll also check out chile peppers and sample Asian cooking from guest Chef Jet Tila. 2 p.m. ET, Fine Living Network
Sunday (June 8)
The Essence of Emeril: "Quick and Easy Hors d'Ouevres for a Party." Turkey meatballs with minted yogurt dipping sauce; a deep dish pizza with mascarpone, crispy ham, and pesto; and Ciliegine and tomato bites with kalamata olive drizzle and fresh basil. 8 a.m. ET, Food Network
Iron Chef America: "Flay vs. Samuelsson." Merkato55's Chef Marcus Samuelsson challenges Iron Chef Bobby Flay. 9 p.m. ET, Food Network
The Next Food Network Star: "Star on the Go." Robert Irvine makes a guest appearance to test their food knowledge as they team up and race around Manhattan. Then the teams must serve an original brunch menu on a moving train. 10 p.m. ET, Food Network