Chefs Brian Hay, left, and Brian McCormick

The Austin Community College District premiered the new instructional cooking show, “Austin Cooks,” on Monday, February 4, at 6:30 p.m. on ACC-TV Cable Channel 19 (Channel 10 in Williamson County).

Host chefs Brian Hay and Brian McCormick (instructors of ACC’s popular Culinary Arts Program) take viewers into the classroom, on the road, and behind the scenes of some of Central Texas’ best kept culinary secrets. “Our students will be able to review some of the techniques they learn in class,” says Hay. “And, the community will get the chance to sample the Culinary Arts Program, learn a few tricks of the trade, pick up some new recipes, and explore some of Central Texas’ homegrown cuisine.”

The first segment, airing Monday at 6:30 p.m., examined “Easy Chicken Piccata” and featured everything from the proper way to prepare a chicken to the chicken dance on wheels. for recipe.

“Austin Cooks” is available . Recipes will be posted online along with student profiles, cooking tips, nutritional facts, and information about local chefs. Viewers will also be able to ask questions and share ideas.

“Austin Cooks” is a division of ACC’s Hospitality Management Department. Associate degrees and certificates are offered in Culinary Arts, Travel and Tourism, Event Planning, and Hospitality Management. For more information

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