A Farewell to The Kitchen: A Decade of Food and Fun

The Food Network is saying goodbye to "The Kitchen" after a decade of sharing recipes, laughs, and food trends. This popular weekend talk show, which started in January 2014, will air its final episode on December 13th. The show was hosted by a talented group of co-hosts: Sunny Anderson, Katie Lee Biegel, Jeff Mauro, Geoffrey Zakarian, and Alex Guarnaschelli. The decision to cancel the show comes as the network is reviewing its programming priorities for the upcoming year. This move is part of a larger strategy by Warner Bros. Discovery to separate its linear channels from its streaming services and studio divisions. The network's head of food content, Betsy Ayala, praised the show's hosts for their unique food perspectives and humor, which made "The Kitchen" a beloved part of many viewers' weekends. Over its 10-year run, "The Kitchen" welcomed a variety of notable guests, including actors, musicians, media personalities, and celebrity chefs. Some of the most memorable guests included Daniel Radcliffe, Regina King, Martina McBride, and Martha Stewart. The show was produced by Garden Slate Productions for Food Network. Fans of the show can look back on a decade of memorable moments and delicious recipes. While it's sad to see "The Kitchen" go, it's clear that the show left a lasting impact on the food television landscape. The final episode will air on December 13th at 11 a. m. ET, giving viewers one last chance to join the hosts for a holiday season celebration.