May possibly be one of the most practical networks running. I regularly watch Rachel Ray, Paula Deen and The Barefoot Contessa. You can find some really interesting recipes on this network and the beauty is being able to download them from their web site. I've learned a lot about gourmet cooking and cooking in general from the Food Network.

I don't care for the Food Network. The heck with the Iron Chef. I make my own damn food the way I want it.

Rarely do I watch this one,but I do like Emeril.

the times that i've watched this channel i've actually enjoyed it. perhaps that's more commentary on the vast amount of drab programming circulating over cable wires, that watching people cook stands as fine entertainment. but the Food Network has some quality programming. I enjoy Unwrapped and typically anything w/Emeril. Rachel Ray leaves a lot to be desired. not b/c she's attractive(i enjoy that part.) i'm just not a fan of her programs, or at least the one i've seen 40 dollars a day? or something. tel me, i know lunch can cost $5, but it is really appropriate to only tip someone $1?