What Would Anthony Do?

Kevin Pang of the Chicago Tribune recently asked what Anthony Bourdain would do… if he were given control of the Food Network.  His response?

“I’d bring back “Molto Mario” right away. I’d have Mario Batali do a standard instructional show that would be the cornerstone. I would make it more chef-centric, of course. I would make sure Sandra Lee was never allowed near any cooking utensil or food item. Immediately. I’d have a long talk with Rachael Ray. I’d say, “Look, Rachael, you’re bigger than food now. You’re in Oprah territory. You don’t have to cook anymore. Move on.”

I’d give Ina Garten more time, because I think her food’s good. I might try to do some Asian, Latino and be more inclusive, with cultural culinary programming. They also used to have a great show called “My Country, My Kitchen.” And of course they canceled it because it was so excellent. That’s a show I’d bring back.”

This should happen… now.  Check out the full Q&A article at the Chicago Tribune here.

But, I’d like to make an addition.  From midnight to dawn, they should broadcast back to back episodes of every food program that includes Julia Child and Jacques Pepin.

(And, for information on Anthony Bourdain’s show on the Travel Channel… go here.)