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FOODIE FLICKS Don’t miss these exclusive TV premieres on Asian Food Channel this January!
Chuck’s Day Off You’ll be glued to the screen from the get-go, we promise. Chuck Hughes, one of Old Montreal’s hottest chefs, is as natural in front of the camera as he is in the kitchen. Watch as he reveals what really happens behind closed doors and whips up lip-smacking dishes such as his signature snow crab bloody Caesar, a wacky take on the Bloody Mary; a “no-barbecue” BBQ baby back ribs; and super-easy fried red tomatoes. Honest, good food made with simple ingredients, minimal steps, and with a pretty hot chef behind the stove — we’re sure you’ll be inspired to get cooking right after. PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, 19 JANUARY 2011, 9.30PM
Dining with Death Eat snake, scorpions and tarantulas? Yes. In Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and Japan, these deadly creatures are much sought after by uber adventurous diners. Seek out cobra adobo and cobra soup if you’re in Tarlac in northern Philippines, or snack on fried snake meat, washed down with snake wine laced with snake venom when you’re in Vietnam’s Lemat village. Got a bad back? Head to Okinawa, do like the locals and sip on snake-infused habu liqueur for some relief. From looking for these dangerous creatures to studying the craft of preparing these deadly delicacies, you’ll be kept on the edge of your seat. PREMIERES MONDAY, 10 JANUARY 2011, 10PM
Mexico: One Plate at a Time Chicago-based chef Rick Bayless takes you to the best local spots in Mexico for some mouth-watering Mexican dishes and plenty of inspiration. Watch as he breaks down complicated Mexican recipes and demonstrates recipes for red chile chilaquiles with fried egg, and seared beef a la Mexicana. If you’re planning a trip to the land of guacamole and enchiladas, start taking notes on where to find the best tamales, shrimp burgers and pork tacos. PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, 12 JANUARY 2011, 8.30PM