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10 | Late laughs TV Media Weekly | December 8 - 14, 2012 Saturday 10:30 a.m. ÇFOODÈ Pioneer Woman Christmas Is Coming The Drummonds count down to Christmas with meals, treats and munchies. 11:00 a.m. Sweet swap: Stars share cookie recipes in Food special 11:30 a.m. TV Media he holidays can be a magical time of year, one that is infused with the familiar scents and flavors that have become synonymous with the season, such as cinnamon and cranberries. With the Thanksgiving turkey leftovers all eaten up, the next big meal that many are looking forward to is the Christmas dinner. But for many more, it's the cookies, bars and squares that bring a little magic to those of us with a sweet tooth this time of year. From gingerbread to sugar cookies, baking and decorating cookies have long been holiday traditions for many families — and the Food Network knows it. As part of its festive-themed weekend programming this month, the Food Network is adding a one-hour special to its Giada De Laurentiis will be featured in "All-Star Cookies" roster. leave for Santa on Christmas enjoy or freeze until your next "All-Star Cookies," premierget-together. It's also an inexEve. ing Sunday, Dec. 9, features pensive way — and a fun exThis cookie special might clips of Food's all-star chefs cuse — to spend some quality also be particularly timely for baking up some specialty cookthose looking to participate in a time with friends and family all ies that would be perfect for at once, without it being a forany cookie exchange party. Gia- cookie swap. It's a concept that mal affair. can actually be a big time and da De Laurentiis, Paula Deen, But should you find your caIna Garten and even the "Sand- money saver for this busy time sual get-together is rapidly beof year: you and your fellow wich King" himself, Jeff Mauro, coming a larger group reunion, guests need only make a big are among the Food stars not to worry —the Food Netwhose top cookie recipes might batch of one recipe each, then work and its sister station, the you can trade your way to a inspire viewers to bake their Cooking Channel, are hoping to own batch to give, enjoy or whole assortment of cookies to be your go-to sources for inspiration this season for all of your holiday entertaining needs, whether big or small. Both have lined up specials and themed episodes throughout the month, not to mention some extensive digital content at www.foodnetwork.com and www.cookingchanneltv.com. The sites include many more cookie recipes from the TV pros, along with party planning tips and helpful how-to videos for [WRTV] [WPTA] Recipe Rehab Chefs compete to revamp old family recipes into healthier alternatives. ÇFOODÈ Trisha's Southern Kitchen The Yearwood Sunday Supper Trisha and her sister recreate the proper Sunday supper of their childhood. [WRTV] [WPTA] Food for Thought With Claire Thomas Discussing different foods and how these foods can be a tool to explore new places. ÇFOODÈ Giada at Home Happy Holidays Giada and her family celebrate Christmas California-style with dinner on the beach. T 1:00 p.m. [WSOT] Judie Byrd's Kitchen Judie Byrd prepares fantastic, healthy meals right from her own kitchen. 1:30 p.m. [WSOT] Embassy Chefs Chefs from different embassies in Washington, D.C., share recipes. 2:00 p.m. [WSOT] Embassy Chefs Chefs from different embassies in Washington, D.C., share recipes. Sunday 9:00 a.m. ÇFOODÈ Rachael Ray's Week in a Day Season's Servings Five holiday-worthy meals include braised short ribs, pork roast and pastitsio. 10:00 a.m. ÇFOODÈ All-Star Cookies A collection of the best cookie recipes by the Food Network's all-star roster of chefs. 11:30 a.m. other classic Yuletide recipes. ÇFOODÈ Best Thing I Ever Made Piece Of Cake A look at bundt cake, strawberry shortcake, carrot cake, angel food cake and more. 8:00 p.m. Do you have a unique recipe to share with us? We may publish it. Email us at tastetv@tvmedia.us ÇFOODÈ Sugar Dome Every week, artists from different disciplines split up in three teams to create food art. 9:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ The Next Iron Chef Fusion The chefs arrive in Vegas for the challenge of fusion. Monday 3:00 p.m. [WISH] [WNDU] The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. Celebrations Banquet & Conference Facility BOOK YOUR 2013 DATE NOW 10:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Authentic Eats Guy finds real deal authentic eats in St. Louis and Syracuse. Tuesday 3:00 p.m. [WISH] [WNDU] The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. 10:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Chopped Thirsty for Victory The chefs start off fast in the appetizer round with lump crabmeat and ice cream cones. Wednesday 3:00 p.m. [WISH] [WNDU] The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. 10:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Restaurant Stakeout A Bunch Of Spoiled Brats Willie travels to Joey D's Pizzeria in Metuchen, N.J., where family drama causes chaos. Thursday 1:00 p.m. [WIPB] Martha Stewart's Cooking School Butchering Cutting up a chicken, butchering a beef tenderloin and more useful techniques are shared. 1:30 p.m. [WSOT] Judie Byrd's Kitchen Judie Byrd prepares fantastic, healthy meals right from her own kitchen. 3:00 p.m. [WISH] [WNDU] The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. 8:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Sugar Dome Rock Star Concert Teams create never-before-seen food art that screams Rock and Roll. 10:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Sweet Genius Twinkling Genius The competitors make chocolate desserts from chicken stock and a Southern candy treat. Friday 3:00 p.m. [WISH] [WNDU] The Rachael Ray Show Viewers are presented with great recipes and simple solutions for everyday issues. 10:00 p.m. ÇFOODÈ Mystery Diners Singles Night The co-owner of Whiskey Dick's in Las Vegas is concerned by a lack of female patrons. Kokomo Tribune, IN: Food Dec 8, 2012 to Dec 14, 2012 Seniors get the Best for LESS! Helen's Clip & Curl Beauty 401 West Fischer, Kokomo (765) 452-6115 Serving Kokomo for over 50 years! Call for appointment. (leave a message Mon-Sat) Let us make your special day a memory to treasure. www.celebrationsbanquet.net 765-457-3227 3437 W Sycamore Street in Kokomo's Westside Village Helen Morris 452-6115 Perms $ 30

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