Christine Cushing: Cook with Me

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Christine Cushing: Cook With Me was a 2005-2006 Canadian cooking show that incorporated a variety of recipes and discussions. The host, Christine Cushing, is accompanied by three guests who fuel conversations and help cook the meals of the day. Each episode has a special menu to go along with the themed meal, such as "Girl's Poker Night", "The Big Game", and "At the Ranch".

Cook With Me was part of the Food Network (Canada), and episodes aired every weekday at 11:30 AM, 5:00 PM ET.{{cite web |url=http://tv.msn.com/tv/series-episodes/christine-cushing-cook-with-me/?ipp=25&si=1 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130411104814/http://tv.msn.com/tv/series-episodes/christine-cushing-cook-with-me/?ipp=25&si=1 |url-status=dead |archive-date=2013-04-11 |title=Christine Cushing: Cook With Me - Episode Guide - MSN TV |publisher=Tv.msn.com |date=2005-11-23 |accessdate=2013-03-20 }}{{cite web |url=http://www.foodnetwork.ca/ontv/shows/christine-cushing-cook-with-me/episode.html?titleid=91810&episodeid=91810 |title=Christine Cushing: Cook With Me - OnTv - Shows - Food Network Canada |publisher=Foodnetwork.ca |accessdate=2013-03-20 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130410030643/http://www.foodnetwork.ca/ontv/shows/christine-cushing-cook-with-me/episode.html?titleid=91810&episodeid=91810 |archive-date=2013-04-10 |url-status=dead }}

Host

Originally from Athens, Christine Cushing and her family moved across the world to Toronto, Canada when she was one. There she attended George Brown College and École de Cuisine La Varenne, completing the Food and Beverage Management program.

Cushing has taught Canadians how to cook for over 15 years. She recently launched a new series of recipes on how to cook cakes using olive oil.{{url| 1 = http://christinecushing.com/about/}}

TV appearances

Episodes

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EpisodeTitleAir dateGuestsDescription
1"Some like it Spicy"October 3, 2005Christine Cushing, David Merry, and Don GoughRecipes: Spicy Beef with Steamed Rice and Bok Choy, Spicy Caesar Sorbet, and Spicy Green Mango and Cucumber Salad
2"Food Adventures"October 4, 2005Cleo Paskal, Calo Rota, and Benson CowanRecipes: Fresh Melon with Prosciutto and Bouillabaisse with Saffron mayonnaise
3"Mood Food"October 5, 2005Cathy Gildiner, Jenn Stone, and Harry DoupeRecipes: Linguine with Clams, Banana Fritters with Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce, and Grilled Garlic Bread with Thyme Infused Butter
4"Meat Lovers"October 6, 2005Stephen Alexander, Larry Horowitz, and Matt GallowayRecipes: Porterhouse Steak with Hollandaise, Rustic Potato and Parsnip Mash, and Beef Carpaccio with Arugula and Pecorino
5"Teen Taste Buds"October 10, 2005Miriam McDonald, Keith Peiris, and Matt CostelloRecipes: Lotus and Taro Root Chips with Sea Salt, Tuna Carpaccio with Sesame Lime Dressing, and Napa Cabbage Slaw with Lime Honey Dressing
6"Best Dinner Ever"October 11, 2005Dean Blundell, John Lee and Monika SchnarreRecipes: Herb Crusted Lamb Rack with Cassis Reduction, Pavlova with Hazelnut Cream and Raspberry Coulis, and Grilled Langoustine with Lemongrass Butter
7"Food Personalities"October 12, 2005Bob Blumer, Michael Bonacini, and Donna DooherRecipes: Grape Chutney with Brie, Arugula Salad with Pear and Prosciutto, and Grilled Squid Skewers
8"Food on the Go"October 13, 2005Marnie McBean, Peter Kent, and Bruce GordonRecipes: Spinach Salad with Sprouts and Buttermilk Dressing, Homemade Pizza, and Banana Orange Sorbet
9"Supermoms"October 17, 2005Lynn Johnston, Michelle Hatzioannou, and Jennifer LowRecipes: Celeriac and Potato Gratin with White Truffle Oil, Grilled Duck Breast with Blueberry Glaze, and French Apple Tart
10"Food Quirks"October 18, 2005Divine Brown, Nikki Payne, and Sonia ThaparRecipes: Chicken with Rosemary Wine Sauce, Garden Salad with Minneola Dressing, and Cheesecake with Mixed Berry Sauce
11"Dining In"October 19, 2005Bonnie Stern, Sean MacMahon, and Helder CarvelhoRecipes: Smoked Duck Salad, Sweet Lobster with Pernod and Baby Vegetable, and Espresso Chocolate Cream Brûlée
12"Salty N' Sweet"October 20, 2005Elvira Kurt, Jennifer Hamilton, and Kevin Von AppenRecipes: Salt Cod Fritters with Lemon and Caper Mayonnaise, Chocolate Pecan Torte with Caramel Sauce and Fleur de Sel, and Feta and Watermelon Salad
13"Coffee"October 24, 2005Stuart Ross, Winston Spear, and Peter PesceRecipes: Lemon Semolina Cookies, Wild Mushroom and Asiago Quiche, Beignets with Cinnamon and Sugar
14"Memories of Paris"October 25, 2005Sarah Slean, Marilyn Brook, and Jean-Pierre ChalletRecipes: Citrus Salad with Walnuts, Clafouti, and Moules and Frites
15"Mexico"October 26, 2005Anna Marie Kalcevich, Mauricio Cabrera, and Jonathan CarrollRecipes: Margarita, Angel Food Cake with Mango Lime Salsa and Vanilla Cream, Pork Adobado, and Mexican Red Potatoes Salad with Avocado and Red Pepper
16"Fishing"October 27, 2005
17"Perfect Party"October 31, 2005
18"Power Foods"November 1, 2005
19"Kitchen Catastrophes"November 2, 2005
20"Eating With Your Eyes"November 3, 2005
21"Classic Italian"November 7, 2005
22"Canadian Brunch"November 8, 2005
23"Airplane Food"November 9, 2005
24"Food Hunters"November 10, 2005
25"Mr. Moms"November 14, 2005
26"Power Foods"November 15, 2005
27"My Favorite Wine"November 16, 2005
28"Kitchen Catastrophes"November 17, 2005
29"Exotic Food"November 22, 2005
30"Beer Culture"November 23, 2005
31"New York"November 24, 2005
32"The Big Game"November 28, 2005
33"Slow Food"November 29, 2005
34"Aphrodisiacs"November 30, 2005
35"Weekend Brunch"December 1, 2005
36"Chill Out"December 3, 2005
37"Indoor Picnic"December 5, 2005
38"It's All Greek"December 6, 2005
39"Creative Juices"December 7, 2005
40"Movie and a Meal"December 8, 2005
41"Girl's Poker Night"December 9, 2005
42"Etiquette"December 10, 2005
43"Memories of Home"December 12, 2005
44"Caribbean"December 13, 2005
45"Bollywood"December 14, 2005
46"Sunday Supper"December 15, 2005
47"At the Ranch"January 2, 2006
48"Chemistry"January 2, 2006
49"Power Lunch"January 3, 2006
50"Catering to the Stars"January 4, 2006
51"Unexpected Guests"January 9, 2006
52"Asia"January 9, 2006
53"Mom's Cooking"January 10, 2006
54"Family Business"January 11, 2006

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