What to watch

10 food channels and shows to stream right now

If you’ve been cooking more than usual lately and need a little break, know that you’re not alone. Below are 10 food channels (and shows!) to stream while you snack or when you want to watch someone else do the cooking for a change.

Don’t worry, you won’t need to preheat the oven to enjoy these meals – all you’ll need to do is power up your Roku device!

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If you need shows to snack on

Netflix – Netflix has become a hub for food shows including Chef’s Table, Sugar Rush, The Chef Show, Zumbo’s Just Desserts, and more

Eater – Feed your food and restaurant obsession with hundreds of free videos from around the globe. Hosted by a team of passionate food experts, Eater will take you on a journey through food and culture, and keep you craving more.

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Chefsfeed (free) – Features mini documentaries such as Opening Night and My ‘Hood, plus chef profiles, cooking inspiration and much more

PBS (select free episodes, some episodes require PBS Passport) – Catch The Great British Baking Show, Martha Stewart’s Cooking SchoolA Chef’s Life, A Few Great Bakeries and many more

If you’re craving some competition

The Roku Channel (free) – If you’re feeling nostalgic The Roku Channel features two oldies but goodies including Hell’s Kitchen and Iron Chef USA

Hulu – Hulu has a ton of complete seasons. I personally have begun re-watching all 16 seasons of Top Chef and have no intention of stopping any time soon. Other shows on the channel include Chopped, Cupcake Wars, MasterChef and more

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If you’re tempted to try new recipes

Buzzfeed Original Series (free) – home to the popular series Worth It (hosts try foods at three prices: affordable, middle tier, and luxury) and Tasty 101 (cooking tutorials)

Chowhound (free) – Discover new recipes and food hobbies and to pursue existing passions of cooking, eating, and enjoying food and beverages

Bon Appétit – Bon Appétit app is home to the best food content, made by people who love cooking and eating more than anything else. With a relatable and passionate family of hosts, enter the Test Kitchen and watch Bon Appétit capture food with a modern lens.

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Food Network GO (select free episodes, full access requires a participating cable/satellite subscription) – Live TV and full episodes of The Pioneer Woman, Beat Bobby Flay, Iron Chef America and more

Feeling inspired to cook and looking for some background music? Check out these 11 Roku music channels.

Happy Streaming… and Bon Appetit!