In one of the latest in a recent string of strange decisions, the Food network decided to cancel Emeril Lagasse’s flagship program Emeril Live late last year.  I honestly don’t know what they’re thinking over in upper management there, but to simply let the personality that has given Food Network a vast piece of its overall popularity go seems like a very bad decision to me. Luckily, those of us who still have respect and admiration for chefs that actually cook, and are willing to share their knowledge with us have a haven on television in the Fine Living Network.

Most of you are probably aware that Fine Living picked up the contract for Molto Mario when talks with the network failed two years ago.  The same holds true for Emeril Live!  Which will now be carried on FLN every night of the week at 7:00pm e/p (or 6:00pm central, where I happen to be.) starting July 7th. We’re not talking re-runs here, either.  These are all new episodes of Emeril Live, and I’m glad that FLN has recognised that the viewing public isn’t always thrilled with the choices made by other networks!

Just as a little tidbit to whet your appetite, here’s a clip from the upcoming July 11th episode, titled “Emeril’s Farmers Market”

You can see more on the FLN Emeril Live Page, so feel free to check it out!

Just a note:  This is not a sponsored post or an advertisement.  The fine folks at 360i, the company that handles promotions for FLN contacted me to see if I would be interested in passing this along to you guys.  Since I feel that Emeril is someone worth the time to watch, I agreed happily!

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