SBS continues to lead the way with two deliciously tasty, brand new food series to captivate and delight on one big night. Shane Delia’s Spice Journey Turkey and Adam Liaw’s Destination Flavour Down Under, will premiere on 31 July to heat up the winter season of mouth-watering Thursday night food offerings only on SBS ONE. 'In a market flooded with food reality shows, SBS continues to forge ahead, producing unique, world-class food programming. Our food experts bring to life a stunning array of cultures and foods from both here and abroad. This is food programming you won’t get anywhere else. These latest commissions demonstrate how we want to challenge and entertain viewers with compelling Australian-produced content that present food and travel programming in a refreshing new light,' says SBS Director of Television, Tony Iffland. SBS Executive Producer Erik Dwyer added: 'Our new food ventures represent the start of two very exciting journeys with Shane and Adam at the helm. Our brilliant food team continues to bring the most fascinating stories to the screen from around the world and our own backyard, which celebrate diverse cultures and amazing food. These new commissioned series further cement SBS as the leader in food content while showcasing an outstanding team of talented food industry frontrunners.' Shane Delia’s Spice Journey Turkey is the second stage of Shane’s odyssey through the Middle East that sees him travel to exotic and mysterious Turkey. As well as exploring the historical and cultural foundations of this colourful country, he experiences the legacy of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires and then creates a contemporary twist on those Turkish flavours. Turkey is a country where ‘hospitality’ is more than a catch-cry; it’s a way of life. This series is a celebration of Shane’s love for the cultures that make up the Middle East. Following the success of his cook’s tour through Japan, Adam Liaw (pictured top) returns to our screens to give Australia and New Zealand the Destination Flavour treatment. In this gastronomic road trip of a lifetime, Adam travels along the untouched beauty of Australia’s western coast, through the baking desert of the red centre and on to the tree changers paradise of northern New South Wales, taking in secret destinations that most city-dwellers wouldn’t be aware of. But his journey doesn’t end there. Adam then hops over the ditch and gets back in the driver’s seat for a culinary cruise through New Zealand. In New Zealand, like Australia, he discovers some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. Throughout his journey Adam meets and celebrates a whole new cast of farmers, foragers, artisan food producers, chefs and winemakers, all with appetising food stories to tell. Their passion, innovation and dedication are qualities that make them food heroes. Experience their relentless pursuit for food and produce perfection, while Adam shares his expert cookery skills with a host of sumptuous new recipes in Destination Flavour Down Under. Luke Nguyen's France returns after the World Cup...Luke Nguyen's France returns following the World Cup, with episodes 9 and 10 screening on 17 July and 24 July at 7.30pm. In episode 9, Luke continues his journey around the oyster island of d'Oléron before exploring the food traditions of the Loire Valley. He can’t stop talking about the infamous “hot oyster” with local restaurateur James. He is reminded of his childhood through his forages for clams with local fishermen Patrick and John. A break-wall is as good as anywhere to cook up a fusion clam feast. Luke discovers some of the magic of the Loire Valley when he cooks a sumptuous rabbit dish in the cellar of an old chateau with owner Sebastian. They share a glass of wine, some freshly baked bread and a sing-a-long with some local fisherman, before Luke unearths the troglodyte fine dining scene. In episode 10, the final in the series, Luke experiences life and food on the Loire River before finishing his culinary journey through France in the seaside town of Saint Malo. Luke traps an eel with local fisherman Bruno before cooking up one of his signature dishes on Bruno’s handmade houseboat. He spends his last night in the Loire cooking a rustic roast duck dish by an open fireplace. Heading to St Malo, a town of pirates and seafood delights, Luke catches giant crabs with local fisherman Gill. Over the provincial border in Normandy, where Mont Saint-Michel looms large, Luke shares his knowledge of salt marsh lambs. Back in Saint Malo he meets with larger-than-life character Jean Yves, a third generation butter specialist, and cooks a delicious scallop dish. Looking back at his wonderful experiences travelling through France, Luke muses: 'If there is a more beautiful place on earth, I can’t wait to see it!' You will be able to catch up with programs on iTunes and Googleplay the day after each episode transmission on SBS ONE. Please watch this space, as I have an exciting Luke Nguyen DVD set to give away very soon, thanks to the generosity of SBS! Tell me dear readers, do you do as I do and change channels whenever a reality TV show comes on? Who is your favourite cooking show presenter?
10/6/2014 02:28:14 pm
I agree that SBS has some fantastic cooking shows that really do take you all around the world. I love how it opens you up to different cooking methods and a whole lot of ingredients that are pretty much unknown in this part of the world xx
Lizzy
10/6/2014 03:06:19 pm
So true Charlie! I love SBS and all their cooking shows and documentaries... so very interesting! 10/6/2014 02:44:11 pm
i don't watch much tv fullstop, but do have a soft spot for the SBS food safari shows (especially the italian and french series). and another admission: i only recently discovered the SBS food website! i've been living under a rock, obviously :-)
Lizzy
10/6/2014 02:52:19 pm
Hi Elizabeth... I don't like to watch too much TV either... but certainly once I see those reality shows (cooking ones included), the TV either goes off or we change the channel! I must admit, I love SBS, their docos and their food shows!
Eha
10/6/2014 03:58:34 pm
But does not everyone stop all other doings every Thursday for SBS 'Food Porn' night???? It's been going on forever!!!!!!!! Love it! Say 'no' to dinner invitations to be there! Even have my overseas foodie friends tuning in or playing 'catchups' :) !! It was a long time ago when David Stratton and Margaret Pomerantz, in their inimitable way. called SBS 'the finest little TV station' in the world. I SO agree! And if you DO live Down Under, DO become a member of the SBS 'Engage' Panel - one of the most stimulating outlets for your thoughts! Hope no one missed last night's thought provoking 'Insight' and 'Dateline' - two of my favourites following ABC's 'Q & A' which surely cannot be missed!!!!! Oh, fave presenters on SBS: have always loved Luke Nguyen and am still charmed by Maeve O'Meara . . . old enough to wander around with Rick Stein also . . . :) !
Lizzy
10/6/2014 04:19:36 pm
Ah, Rick Stein, Eha, one of my food heroes, for sure! I had the great pleasure of welcoming him to Canberra! Yes, I am with you on your thoughts about SBS and the ABC! 10/6/2014 04:35:48 pm
I watch so much tv on planes and on my computer. I can't remember the last time I sat down in front of the television. I think tv habits are really changing :)
Lizzy
10/6/2014 04:37:20 pm
I agree Lorraine, Peter and I watch things at our convenience. 10/6/2014 06:46:39 pm
Sometimes, I catch something on Italian TV... Back in the USA, I liked watching Giada de Laurentiis and Ina Garten.
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:30:01 am
OOooh, interesting. I will have to look up Giada de Laurentiis and Ina Garten.
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:30:22 am
Hi Liz, another recommendation for Ina... I must google! 11/6/2014 05:08:27 pm
I agree! SBS does feature good food shows and travels. Thanks for sharing!
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:30:40 am
My pleasure, Julie, thanks for stopping by! 12/6/2014 12:25:56 am
Such inspiring and interesting shows, Liz. I'm especially keen on the spices one. :-)
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:30:52 am
Krista, me too! : ) 12/6/2014 01:44:02 am
Wish we got your wonderful TV food shows here in the US. It seems that we are getting more and more reality TV here and less food shows where you can learn from talented chefs. It is a petty!
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:31:21 am
Hi Karen... you should be able to see them via the web, I think! I hate reality TV too. 13/6/2014 04:43:43 am
Now that I've discovered all these cooks and chefs through Masterchef Australia (my favourite show) I'm sorry we don't get SBS here! I watch on catch up and on record as there's only so much cooking TV I can subject Mr Glam to!! GG
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:31:57 am
GG, I am pretty sure that you could see SBS programs too via the web. Eha seems to know how... I will check with her.
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:32:17 am
Hi Cheri, sorry to hear that... I do enjoy a good cooking show, don't you? 14/6/2014 10:58:17 am
Well, to answer your final question, Lizzy, we rarely turn on the television but, if we do and reality TV is on, off it goes. I truly dislike it. Perhaps despise would be a better word! Now, favorite television chef is definitely Julia Child. So many lovely memories watching her with my Mum... As for current chefs? That is hard, as so many have become so commercial. I used to love Rogers and Gray, Lidia Bastianich is still a favorite. I want to watch some of these guys you mention... Sounds like you have much better choices! ~ David
Lizzy
16/6/2014 10:32:54 am
Hi David, ah yes, Julia Child, what wonderful memories you must have. And I've watched Lidia, she is excellent too! : ) Comments are closed.
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