COOKING CHANNEL CELEBRATES HISTORY AND FUTURE OF CLASSIC MOST-CRAVED DISHES IN NEW SERIES "FOOD'S GREATEST HITS"

Series Premieres with Back-to-Back Episodes on Monday, July 11th at 10pm ET/7pm PT

NEW YORK - June 22, 2016 - From pancake breakfasts and diner burgers to carnival corn dogs and ice cream sundaes, the new 14-episode series Food's Greatest Hits explores the history and fun facts behind iconic food classics, topped off with a team of tasters sampling some unique, modern spins on these favorites. Featuring commentary from Cooking Channel stars including Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Roger Mooking, Rev Run and Justine Simmons, Food's Greatest Hits joins the Cooking Channel primetime line-up with two back-to-back episodes on Monday, July 11th at 10pm ET/7pm PT.

Episodes include:

"Super Cheesy" Premieres Monday, July 11th at 10pm ET/7pm PT

Outrageously cheesy dishes in all their melty glory get the all-star treatment, with macaroni and cheese, grilled cheese sandwiches and cheesecake front and center. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Eden Grinsphan, Roger Mooking, Rev Run, Aarti Sequeira and Cory Vitiello.

"Carnival Treats" Premieres Monday, July 11th at 10:30pm ET/7:30pm PT

Bright lights, fast rides and great food mean carnival time! Sit right back and learn everything you ever wanted to know about corn dogs, loaded fries and funnel cake. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Eden Grinsphan, Roger Mooking, Aarti Sequeira, Rev Run and Justine Simmons, and Cory Vitiello.

"Sugar Rush" Premieres Monday, July 18th at 10pm ET/7pm PT

Three sweet favorites are presented: a dessert feast of incredible ice cream sundaes, cupcakes and the king of cookies - the chocolate chip. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Josh Elkin, Eden Grinshpan, Roger Mooking, Aarti Sequeira, Rev Run and Justine Simmons, and Cory Vitiello.

"Diner Delights" Premieres Monday, July 18th at 10:30pm ET/7:30pm PT

Get your diner on with three quintessentially American dishes found on menus far and wide: juicy burgers, sky-high club sandwiches and thick, creamy milkshakes. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Josh Elkin, Roger Mooking, Aarti Sequeira, Rev Run and Justine Simmons, and Cory Vitiello.

"Fiesta Time" Premieres Monday, July 25th at 10pm ET/7pm PT

The flavors of Mexico are fresh, bold and delicious, so we go south of the border to take a close look at three classic dishes: tacos, nachos and enchiladas. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Josh Elkin, Eden Grinsphan, Roger Mooking, Rev Run and Aarti Sequeira.

"Early Morning Eats" Premieres Monday, July 25th at 10:30pm ET/7:30pm PT

This episode pays homage to the foods that get us going in the morning: smoky bacon, fluffy pancakes and, of course, eggs Benedict. Featuring: Alie & Georgia, Noah Cappe, Haylie Duff, Eden Grinshpan, Roger Mooking, Aarti Sequeira, Rev Run and Justine Simmons.

Additional upcoming episode themes include: Campfire Classics, Game-Day Grub, Super Sandwiches and BBQ Favorites.

Food's Greatest Hits is produced by Tricon Films & Television.

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