Cooking shows have been a staple of television for decades, offering a way for viewers to learn about cuisines from around the world. The first national cooking show, “I Love to Eat” starring James Beard, aired in 1946. Since then, many chefs have taken to the small screen, sharing their passion for food and cooking with audiences across the country.

Top 20 Cooking Show Hosts

Stacker looked at YouGov data on the most known and liked TV personalities as of the third quarter of 2024. The top 20 cooking and food show hosts were ranked by the percentage of survey respondents who recognized them and the percentage who had a positive opinion of them. Ties were broken by the latter.

Some notable hosts on the list include Anne Burrell, Ree Drummond, Padma Lakshmi, Andrew Zimmern, and James Beard. These hosts have made a significant impact on the culinary world, sharing their knowledge and passion for food with audiences through their cooking shows and other endeavors.

Ree Drummond, also known as The Pioneer Woman, has built a media empire around her cooking show, blog, and books. She has become a household name, inspiring many with her recipes and stories of life on her Oklahoma ranch. Padma Lakshmi, host of “Top Chef,” has also made a name for herself in the culinary world, exploring the diverse foods of the United States and beyond.

Andrew Zimmern, a four-time James Beard Award winner, has taken viewers on a journey of culinary discovery, showcasing the unique flavors and ingredients of different cultures. James Beard, a pioneer in the culinary world, has left a lasting legacy, with his cookbooks and cooking shows continuing to inspire new generations of chefs and home cooks.

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