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The Daily Star, Oneonta, N.Y., Friday, April 29, 2011 10 A/ Olsego Manor B/Warm Solutions 2 x 2.5 adolid offers up an easy-to- make party menu for the oc- casion that includes steak quesadilla and yellow chiles filled with spicy shrimp. Many of these episodes will encore on Monday, when viewers can also follow along as Paula Deen makes a five- layer taco pie and the Neelys put together tangy grilled fish tacos. There are some other similarly themed episodes air- ing throughout the week, too, including the weeknight air- ings of “30 Minute Meals,” featuring Rachael Ray’s time- saving recipes for an egg- tostada frittata, beef burritos and a posole Mexican lasa- gna. Fiesta fare Food celebrates Cinco de Mayo Marcela Valladolid from “Mexican Made Easy” TV Media A s many prepare to cele- brate Cinco de Mayo this week, the Food Network is building up the excitement, thanks to some south-of-the-border-themed episodes. Beginning Saturday, April 30, and running through to the big day on Thursday, the lineup will be dotted with ev- erything from fiery spiced fare to Tex Mex cooking. Whether or not viewers celebrate the holiday, there’s something for everyone, including chili reci- pes and barbecue dishes that are perfect for sunny days. The bulk of the fiesta- themed programming runs during the weekend, includ- ing new episodes of “Guy’s Big Bite” and “Cooking for Real,” which showcase the flavors of Mexican cuisine. In a new episode of “Mexican Made Easy,” Marcella Vall- Over the years, Cinco de Mayo has become a nation- wide celebration of Hispanic culture in America (it’s been mistakenly referred to as Mexican Independence Day, which is actually on Sept. 16). Surprisingly, Cinco de Mayo garners limited attention in Mexico outside of Puebla. That’s because that city is the site where it originally began, as a commemoration of the Mexican army’s 1862 victory in a battle against an invad- ing French force. Stateside, it’s a time for cel- ebrating with family, music and food. Indeed, food plays an important part of any Cin- co de Mayo celebration, and it’s hard to ignore Mexican cuisine’s influence on what North Americans eat every day. Sure, you’ve got your na- chos, your salsa, tacos, guaca- mole, margaritas, chili pep- pers ... but more importantly, Mexico’s Aztec people intro- duced the world -- through the Spanish conquistadors -- to corn and chocolate (and what would Valentine’s Day be without that one?). It’s also difficult to pinpoint any one dish that truly repre- sents Mexican cuisine, since each region favors its own unique combination of spices and other ingredients native to the area. But if you’re look- ing to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Food’s got it all cov- ered. Tune in (or go online at foodnetwork.com) to get reci- pes for everything from gua- camole to tres leches cake. Touch of class 3 x 2 Cooking this week SATURDAY 12:00 p.m. (12) Ciao Italia 12:30 p.m. (12) Lidia’s Italy Lidia visits Basilicata and prepares spaghetti alla ziff and abaccala in spicy sauce. (48) Dessert First Anne shows how to make the best meringue dessert. 1:00 p.m. (12) America’s Test Kitchen From Cook’s Illustrated Christopher Kimball searches for the best steak frites in Paris. 1:30 p.m. (12) P. Allen Smith’s Garden to Table Allen shows how to create a fun tablescape using interesting items from the garden. 6:00 p.m. (6) The Thrill of the Grill Featuring gas grills and accessories for the gill enthusiast. SUNDAY 9:00 p.m. (48) Last Cake Standing The competitors must track down a client that has come to celebrate something special. 10:00 p.m. (48) Iron Chef America Fish master Chef Pasternak challenged Iron Chef Morimoto. MONDAY 2:00 p.m. (2) The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. 7:00 p.m. (48) Iron Chef America Iron Chef Bobby Flay takes on challenger Ming Tsai. 8:30 p.m. (48) Kid In a Candy Store Adam tours the use of tropical fruit flavors found in classic candy bars and candies. 11:00 p.m. (48) Good Eats Alton Brown investigates the culinary possibilities of Asian noodles. TUESDAY 12:00 p.m. (74) Steak Paradise The best of the best in the beef world. 1:30 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics Ina makes a meal of Chicken with Garlic cloves, Moroccan Cous A/PDQ Service and Supply 2 x 2 Cous and Ice Cream Bomb. 2:00 p.m. (2) The Rachael Ray Show 7:00 p.m. (48) Iron Chef America Bobby Flay takes on Hiroyuki Sakai, who has won more battles that any other chef before. 9:00 p.m. (48) Have Cake Will Travel The Boston Bruins call on Ashley to make a cake for their Foundation’s casino night. 10:00 p.m. (48) Chopped The chefs are challenged to use beef and chocolate frosting in the entrée round. WEDNESDAY 2:00 p.m. (74) Bizarre Foods With Andrew Zimmern 5:00 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics A Greek inspired menu made from everyday store ingredients. 7:00 p.m. (74) Man v. Food Presents: Carnivore Adam’s goes on an all- carnivore vacation and eats the best meat dishes in the country. 7:30 p.m. (74) Man v. Food Presents: Carnivore 10:00 p.m. (48) Dinner: Impossible Chef Robert prepares meals to celebrate Divorce Court’s 200th episode. THURSDAY 1:00 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Ina cooks a home cooked meal for her friend’s ‘moving in’ dinner. 1:30 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Ina’s menu includes stripped bass, couscous with pine nuts, and meringues Chantilly. 2:00 p.m. (2) The Rachael Ray Show 4:00 p.m. (74) Food Wars Camille Ford travels the country in order to settle battles between restaurants. 5:00 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics Ina throws a beach party for her favorite dog and his mistress. 7:00 p.m. (48) Iron Chef America Wolfgang Puck challenges Iron Chef Morimoto to a Kitchen Stadium showdown. 10:00 p.m. (48) 24 Hour Restaurant Battle Farmer’s market veterans Anna and Stephanie square off against seasoned chef Maiki. FRIDAY 1:30 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics Penne with Five Cheeses, a Balsamic Onion Salad, Sidecar cocktails and Stewed Berries. (74) Food Wars 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. (48) Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics Ina prepares a meal she has been working on two weeks in advance. 10:00 p.m. (39) America’s Next Great Restaurant Twenty-one hopefuls battle it out for the ultimate prize of owning their own restaurant. (48) Outrageous Food Tom checks out LA’s White Rabbit food truck where they’re serving up six-pound burritos. Oneonta Daily Star, NY: Food Apr 30, 2011 to May 6, 2011