Ina shares her foolproof formula for the perfect cocktail party. There are canapes -- homemade, store bought and assembled, cocktails with the help of cocktail expert and friend Glenn Laughton from Red Bar and tips on setting up a cocktail bar at home. Then it's time for cocktails in Ask Ina when she answers everyone's cocktail party dilemmas. Recipes include Blinis with Creme Fraiche and Smoked Salmon, Turkey Tea Sandwiches, Grilled Lemon Chicken and an Ina-Tini.
Master pastry chefs Buddy Valastro and Duff Goldman go head-to-head for the first time ever in a competition to determine the world's best baker. In the first of six bake-off challenges, Buddy and Duff must make their most beloved family recipes. In the cake-off, the chefs create car-inspired birthday cakes for celebrity gearhead Richard Rawlings. Things heat up quickly as this friendly competition becomes a serious battle of creativity, skill and reputation.
On this golden brown and delicious episode, Food Network's biggest stars share their favorite restaurants for fried happiness. Bobby Flay reveals his favorite neighborhood joint for fried chicken, Martha Stewart has a fried feast in Manhattan, and Molly Yeh eats pickles in North Dakota. For the home fryer, Alton Brown shares the secret to his chicken-fried steak, Valerie Bertinelli gets sweet with a homemade churro, and Sunny Anderson teaches what might be your new favorite recipe.
Sandwich lovers rejoice! Food Network's biggest stars tell where to get the best cheesesteaks, clubs and subs in America. With delectable dishes like Rachael Ray's favorite pork sandwich in Philly, Valerie Bertinelli's cheesiest croque madame in LA and Carla Hall's succulent lamb biscuit in Washington, D.C., this is not one to miss. For the home chef, Bobby Flay shares his delicious lobster roll recipe, Anne Burrell teaches a pulled pork sandwich, and Alex Guarnaschelli roasts the tastiest turkey sandwich.
Ina Garten is indulging in incredible recipes starring some of her favorite cheeses. A trio of sharp white cheddar, Monterey Jack and cream cheese takes the lead in Fresh Crab Nachos for a perfect appetizer. Baked Raclette and Green Salad Vinaigrette is Ina's favorite cheesy lunch, and ricotta steals the spotlight in a Fresh Fig and Ricotta Cake. Finally, goat cheese is the key to perfect Panko-Crusted Rack of Lamb for a fast and fancy dinner.
Ina's tuning up the volume on burger joint classics. There's easy Seafood Chowder, then she discovers the secrets on how to make the perfect burger with Chef Laurent Tourondel from LT burger, who also shares his recipes for delicious burger toppings, pickle mayo and guacamole. Then salad and fries get a makeover with delicious Buttermilk Ranch Dressing With Bibb Lettuce and Baked Sweet Potato Fries. Then it's time to answer questions on burger joint food in Ask Ina.
Holiday dinner transforms into a jaw-dropping brunch at Chef Bobby Flay's house! His festive menu features Egg and Ham Empanadas with a Piquillo Pepper Sauce, Cinnamon-Maple-Oat Biscotti with a Yogurt Dip and Red Velvet Hot Chocolate with Cream Cheese-Marshmallow Whipped Cream.
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Watercress Citrus Salad with Pomegranate-Poppy Seed Dressing