Food Network has entered a new era of programming, much to the dismay of many longtime fans and longtime hosts. The cable network — which garnered acclaim with shows like Giada De Laurentiis’ "Everyday Italian" and Ina Garten’s "Barefoot Contessa" — is straying away from stand-and-stir television and instead, revamping its lineup with a slew of reality competition shows.
In recent months, many household Food Network personalities have shared their thoughts on the network’s perceived transformation. Some even left the network for good. Last February, De Laurentiis cut ties with the network after serving 21 years as a host and chef personality. She revealed in an Instagram post that she had signed a multi-year deal for an unscripted series production with Amazon Studios, instead. Then in May, Rachael Ray announced that she was moving on from “Rachael Ray” after 17 seasons to produce new stand-and-stir cooking shows in partnership with A+E Networks.
