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Fresh Food on TV: Weekday 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.
Monday (November 29)
Martha Stewart Show: Martha talks sustainable seafood and prepares recipes with chefs Michael Cimarusti and Lucinda Scala Quinn. 11 a.m. ET, Hallmark Channel
Kitchen Impossible: The top 10 ways to update a kitchen. 7 p.m. ET, DIY
The Best Thing I Ever Ate: "With Garlic." I don't know about you, but I am a huge garlic fan, and some of my favorite things to eat are also quite garlicky. 9 p.m. ET, Food Network
Brew Masters: The host travels to New Zealand to enter a craft beer competition with his indigenous brew. 10 p.m. ET, Discovery
Fabulous Cakes: Southern Californian bakeries are featured. 10 p.m. ET, TLC
Tuesday (November 30)
Most Unique McDonald's: In case you ever wanted to know where in the world some of the most unique McDonalds locations are found. 10 a.m. ET, Travel Channel
Food Detectives: "The Effects of MSG." Is it really as bad as they say it is? 8 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel
FoodCrafters: "Flavor." How to add zest to any dish—check out small-batch jam, micro-brewed soy sauce, and extra virgin olive oil. 8:30 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel
The Mo'Nique Show: Pat and Gina Neely of Food Network fame are guests. 11 p.m. ET, BET
Wednesday (December 1)
Breakfast Special: "A celebration of breakfast," says the website. Definitely something worth celebrating. 8 p.m. ET, PBS
10 Grand in Your Hand: A man makes his own cabinets for his kitchen to win it. 9 p.m. ET, DIY
Everyday Exotic: "Buffalo Mozzarella." Besides great pizza, what else can you do with mozzarella di bufala? 9:30 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel
Top Chef: All Stars: 18 past contestants return to compete again. Anthony Bourdain is a judge. 10 p.m. ET, Bravo
Food Truck Paradise: Sampling food truck fare across the country. 10 p.m. ET, Travel Channel
Thursday (December 2)
America's Test Kitchen: The test kitchen does French classics. 1 p.m. ET, PBS
Julia Child: "Breakfast Party." Julia Child demonstrates the making of English muffins and perfectly poached eggs. 2 p.m. ET, Cooking Channel
Food Feuds: Chef Michael Symon judges a cheeseburger battle in Ohio and roast beef po'boys in New Orleans. 10 p.m. ET, Food Network
Friday (December 3)
Good Morning America: Chef Jamie Oliver is a guest. 7 a.m. ET, ABC
Today Show: Lidia and Joe Bastianich are guests. 7 a.m. ET, NBC
My Life in Food: "Cravings." Examining the science behind the craving, featuring Mark Garrison and Dan Pashman from the podcast "The Sporkful." 9:30 p.m., Cooking Channel
Outrageous Food: "Super Spicy Sushi." Spicy ninja rolls and hot dogs topped with kimchi and mac and cheese. Mmm. 10 p.m., Food Network