The top cooking shows ever, According to chefs

It doesn’t matter if you’re an expert at the stove to get the hell out of an old-fashioned cooking show. Whatever your level, something is enchanting when you watch the professionals chop, sear, and cook at the ease of your sofa. Add in the added tension of a reality show contest, and you’ll be able to enjoy an endless amount of fun. If you’re looking to find something new you can add to your collection take a look at the top cooking shows ever that have been curated by some of the best chefs around the world. (Yes even after a hard day at the table, they will not resist a good Iron Chef marathon.)

For certain chefs, the top cooking shows served as an introduction to an occupation in the culinary field. Other shows are a feast of ideas. Are you ready to go on the road? Have a look at these cook shows the chefs love and love – from Emeril Live and Chef’s Table to Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.

Want more insider information from the top chefs around the world? Then you’re in the right spot. “Talk to the Cook” It’s a bi-weekly food show that taps the minds of top chefs across the globe. The conversation is updated often as it changes, and we’ll have conversations with chefs on all things from podcasts to cooking equipment, to traveling and current trends.

The most entertaining cooking shows ever According to chefs

“I always wanted to be a chef due to Julia Child. The show taught me that anything is achievable and that food should be a reflection of what you’re about.’ –Bill Kim Chef-owner Urbanbelly. Urbanbelly along with Bill Kim at Time Out Market in Chicago

‘The Nyesha Arrington Show. I’m just kidding – but maybe someday! This is a real challenge since I adore Julia Child, but I also enjoy her work as the two Fat Ladies. They were real culinary rebels. The most amazing thing is that they were butter lovers. They truly loved food rich and excitement and watching their show was pure pleasure.’ — Nyesha Arrington is a chef from Los Angeles who was a Former Top Chef contestant

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Hell’s Kitchen

The best cooking show ever is Hell’s Kitchen. I am a huge fan of the show. In addition to watching the gorgeous chef Gordan Ramsay on my television each week, I am awestruck watching chefs work in stressful situations. I think if you are able to manage a successful show while having Ramsay shouting at you it is possible to achieve whatever you want to.’ –Kristen Ashley Chef-owner Cleo’s Southern Cuisine. Cleo’s Southern Cuisine in Chicago

For me I’m watching Hell’s Kitchen with Gordon Ramsay on the Food Network. Why? I think his show presents a realistic image of what a chef does within the kitchen regular basis, and how they can execute the demands of a fast-paced service.’ –Dadrian Coke Chef de Cuisine in Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen in Toronto