The History of the TV Food Network

This week on Doughboys Live in New York City, Nick Wiger looks back at a defining day in the history of TV. In 1993 Food Network was mocked and derided as a sign of televisions descent into absurdity. The new food network centered its programming on down home fare presented by every men and women amassing a stable of celebrity chefs including Bobby Flay, Rachel Ray, and the now shunned Paula Deen. But is it really the type of food America loves? Will it truly make money or shut the front door behind you?