Food Network Host Accused Of Strangulation And Burglary
Celebrity chef and Food Network’s “Superchef Grudge Match” host Darnell Ferguson has pleaded not guilty to strangling a woman after he was arrested near Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday.
Ferguson is facing several charges, including burglary, strangulation and terroristic threatening, after he illegally entered a woman’s home on Jan. 2, theSt. Matthews Police Department said in a statement.
“In all our cases, we try to be transparent with the public and media,” the police department said in a statement, according to WHAS11, a local news outlet. “Given the sensitive nature of domestic violence incidents and the fact this is still an open investigation, we are restricted in the details which can be released regarding the circumstances and information about the victims.”
In court documents obtained by WHAS11, the woman told police that Ferguson began yelling at her and punched the walls before he wrapped his hands around her neck.
The woman said she lost consciousness during the attack and alleged that when she woke up, she saw Ferguson rip off her shorts. Police said Ferguson also took the woman’s credit card, debit card and ID before leaving her home.
The woman was granted an emergency protection order against Ferguson following the
Tiverton restaurant back in the spotlight on new Food Network show
TIVERTON – This past fall, Food Network crews craving a seafood feast were back in Tiverton.
Now, celebrity host and restaurateur Guy Fieri’s latest stop at Evelyn’s Drive In will make its small screen debut next week.
The Mayor of Flavortown first journeyed to the Tiverton seafood spot over 15 years ago, spotlighting Evelyn’s in a Season 2 episode of his popular TV series “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.”
Fare at the waterfront summer destination was deemed so memorable, it warranted the Food Network star’s return visit this past September for his spinoff series “Triple D Nation,” in which Fieri circles back to some of his favorite restaurants previously featured on “Diners, Drive -Ins and Dives.”
Triple D Nation:Celebrity chef Guy Fieri returns for seconds at Evelyn’s Drive-in in Tiverton
Fieri and his crew filmed the upcoming Evelyn’s segment Sept. 15 during a mini tour of Rhode Island, which also included stops at Crazy Burger Cafe & Juice Bar in Narragansett and Italian Corner in East Providence.
That footage will be included in Season 5, Episode 12 of “Triple D Nation” titled “From Steak to Seafood,” slated to air Friday, Feb. 9, at 9 pm on the Food Network.
“We
Memphis restaurant StickEM featured on Food Network
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Memphis restaurant will be spotlighted on a popular Food Network show Friday night.
StickEM restaurant on Madison Avenue will be featured on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives.” Fieri made a trip to taste StickEM’s popular kabobs.
Friday morning, owner Ermyias Shiberou was hard at work preparing for a full house. Tables were empty, but at 8 pm Friday, they’ll be filled for a watch party.
“I kept getting emails that I thought were fake but I finally responded and went from there,” Shiberou said.
This comes a week after Memphis soul food queen BJ Tamayo and her restaurant Alcenia made their second appearance on the show. Tamayo also appeared on Food Network’s “Chopped.”
“It was kind of nice to be acknowledged for something I love doing and it was a good opportunity to represent me, my family, and the city,” Shiberou said.
It’s not easy to maintain a restaurant, especially for nearly a decade. Just last week Memphis culinary legend and “Chopped” champion Chef Tam announced his Memphis restaurant closure.
“Not having revenue, not having staffing, closed for bad weather,” Shiberou said. “And we’re still here.”
Several Memphis restaurants featured on Food Network
Restaurant owners say with the national spotlight comes a boost in revenue.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — You don’t have to look too far to find a good restaurant in Memphis, and the Food Network is once again taking notice.
In 2024, several Memphis restaurants have been or will be featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives: Triple D Nation.
On Friday, Feb. 9, you may have seen Chef Betty Joyce “BJ” Chester-Tamayo serve Guy Fieri a fish sandwich at Alcenia’s on Triple D Nation.
“I have people coming from London saying, ‘I saw you on there,’” said Chester-Tamayo.
She takes pride in her restaurant and its customer service.
“You come in a stranger, but when you leave Alcenia’s doors, we’re all family,” said Chester-Tamayo.
She is no stranger to the spotlight. She has been on Food Network several times and said each time she saw an uptick in restaurant customers and online merchandise sales.
“Valentine’s Day was one of the busiest that I’ve had in a long time. We sell products online, so I’ve had several different orders, some as much as $200. And I know because it happened right after the show,” said Chester-Tamayo.
And she isn’t the only one.
Food Network Producer Was 70
David E. Hoffman, TV writer, author and creator of Food Network shows such as “The Best Thing I Ever Ate,” ed Jan. 3 at his home in West Hollywood. He had been battling glioblastoma for six months.
As a producer, Hoffman created and executive produced the Food Network shows “The Best Thing I Ever Ate” and “The Best Thing I Ever Made,” showcasing national food and recipes. Aside from his work in food, Hoffman also wrote for television shows such as “Matlock,” “Diagnosis: Murder” and “ABC AfterSchool Specials.”
He also served as a feature lifestyle reporter exploring trends and popular culture on morning shows in Los Angeles on both ABC and FOX, a stint with “Good Morning America,” and appearances on “The View.”
Hoffman was also the author of “The Joy of Pigging Out,” in which he provided recommendations for best places to eat across the country and also reflected on the happiness that comes with eating. From “The Joy of Pigging Out,” Hoffman developed a $2.5 million licensing campaign complete with mugs, magnets and T-shirts — showing a keen business sense in addition to praiseworthy taste.
Originally from Richmond, Va. and a Los Angeles resident for 50 years, Hoffman’s
Get ready for the 23rd Annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival – NBC 6 South Florida
One of the biggest, most star-studded, and delicious wine and food charity festivals in the country is back, the 23rd annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®). The four-day Festival returns with more than 105 events, Food Network’s biggest stars, Grammy-winning musicians, today’s biggest lifestyle personalities and more than 500+ chefs and wine and spirit producers.
“The Festival is as much a showcase of great food and drink as it is a celebration of the spirit of Miami,” says Lee Brian Schrager, Festival Founder and Director. “The magical setting of Miami is as much a secret to the Festival’s success as the amazing local, national and international talent that brings fans back year after year. It’s amazingly rewarding to see the Festival that started on the campus of FIU as an international stage that benefits the school nurturing the great hospitality leaders of the future.”
Food Network stars such as Bobby Flay, Rachel Ray, Guy Fieri, Alex Guarnaschelli, Katie Lee, Geoffrey Zakarian, Robert Irvine and many more will participate in special events throughout the weekend.
This Friday, 2/23 NBC6’s South Florida Live will dedicate its show to SOBEWFF and will be live from
‘Outchef’d’ Host Eddie Jackson Signs New Food Network Deal (EXCLUSIVE)
“Outchef’d” host and NFL alum Eddie Jackson has signed a new exclusive deal with Food Network.
Along with “Outchef’d,” which will debut its third season this spring, Jackson also stars on the Warner Bros. Discovery cable channel’s “Christmas Cookie Challenge,” alongside “Pioneer Woman” Ree Drummond, and “Yum and Yummer,” and is regularly featured on “Beat Bobby Flay,” “Chopped” and “Supermarket Stakeout.”
In December, the latest season of “Christmas Cookie Challenge” reached more than 11.4 million total viewers and made Food Network the second-most-watched cable network among women ages 25-54 during the show’s timeslot. The second season of Jackson’s “Outchef’d” drew more than 10.1 million viewers and saw a 14% jump in ratings over its first season.
Financial details of the new pact between Food Network and Jackson were not disclosed.
“Eddie is a Food Network mainstay, and we love his energy, humor and talent – if he’s on-set, you know it’s going to be a great day,” Betsy Ayala, head of food content at Warner Bros. Discovery, said. “His background in sports and competitive nature translates perfectly into our programming and we look forward to many more projects together.”
“Food Network has been my home since 2015 and I’m so
Guy Fieri Signs $100 Million Food Network Deal
Guy Fieri has signed a new three-year deal with Food Network, sources tell Variety is valued at more than $100 million.
This fresh pact means that Fieri retains his title as the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned cable channel’s highest-paid talent and bests his most recent multiyear deal, which closed in 2021 for $80 million.
Food Network and Warner Bros. Discovery declined to comment on the financial figures.
Under the new agreement, which will take Fieri to his 20-year mark with Food Network, the Mayor of Flavortown will continue to produce more of his Emmy-nominated “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” as well as more episodes of “ Guy’s Grocery Games” and “Tournament of Champions.”
Fieri will also continue developing and producing projects with Food Network through his Knuckle Sandwich production banner.
“Recognized everywhere he goes, there is only one Guy Fieri,” Warner Bros. Discovery head of food content Betsy Ayala said. “Guy’s love of food, restaurants, and the chefs behind the dishes, combined with his extraordinary passion for crafting series with stories that resonate make extending this partnership a clear choice in our mission to deliver to viewers more of what they love.”
Fellow Food Network mega-star Bobby Flay most recently re-upped his
18 Vegan Food Network and Netflix Cooking Show Moments Worth a Rewatch
If you’re vegan but still enjoy mainstream food television, raise your hand. What vegan foodie doesn’t love to watch Master Chef or Sugar Rush and not think of ways to veganize all the dishes? If you love food, you’ll find a way. Of course, it’s always a thrill to see vegan cuisine represented in the big leagues, and slowly but surely, plant-based eats are integrating into primetime. Because there are so many ways to watch food television, we’re expanding this list to encompass Netflix hits as well as the indomitable Food Network. From underdog wins to vegan cooking competitions, here are 18 vegan food moments to stream again now.
Where to find vegan cooking content on TV
Before the Food Network started to integrate vegan contestants and programming, plant-based creators took matters into their own hands.
Directors, writers, and producers placed their content on any streaming service that would have them or created their own digital space. Vegan chef and personality Jason Wrobel was one of the first to break through with his vegan Cooking Channel show, How to Live to 100, which enjoyed two seasons beginning in 2014. Former news anchor and current animal activist Jane Velez Mitchell launched
Toronto diner featured on Food Network TV show to close its doors before 2024
An iconic Toronto diner that was featured on a popular Food Network television show will be closing its doors at the end of the year.
The Rosedale Diner, located near Yonge Street and Malborough Avenue just south of Summerhill Subway Station, will host its last service on Dec. 31.
In a social media post, the owners said it was time to “hang up our aprons and retire” after 45 years.
“Our children, Maia and Gil, grew up here. It was never just a restaurant or a business; it was our family’s home. We are so sad to say goodbye, but so happy that we have the opportunity to say it in good fashion.”
They went on to say they have been blessed to share many “unforgettable moments” with customers, including first dates, proposals, birthdays, bachelorette parties and weddings.
“We were able to survive the rough times of COVID and come out the other end. Now, at our best—our most ourselves—we feel it’s the opportunity to say goodbye.”
The Rosedale Diner will be open regular hours between Wednesday and Sunday, with a final brunch service on Dec. 31 ending at 4 pm Their website hints there could be a party in