5. Chef’s Table (2015-2019)
> IMDb user rating: 8.5/10
> IMDb user votes: 14,748
> Stars: Dan Barber, Massimo Bottura, Bill Buford, Lara Gilmore
The Netflix documentary series takes a deep dive into the lives and kitchens of four to six of the world’s most accomplished international chefs each season.
4. The Great British Baking Show (2010-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.6/10
> IMDb user votes: 9,899
> Stars: Paul Hollywood, Mary Berry, Mel Giedroyc
This BAFTA-winning Netflix series features bakers taking on three challenges each week in their attempt to impress the judges enough to advance to the next round and eventually be crowned Britain’s best amateur baker.
3. Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (2021-present)
> IMDb user rating: 8.7/10
> IMDb user votes: 1,836
> Stars: Stanley Tucci, Felicity Blunt, Massimo Bottura, Tess Masazza
Acclaimed actor Stanley Tucci returns to his Italian roots with this Emmy Award-winning culinary travelogue on CNN – a paean to Italy’s cuisine.
2. Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013-2018)
> IMDb user rating: 8.8/10
> IMDb user votes: 5,803
> Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, David Scott Holloway, Eric Ripert
You didn’t have to be a foodie to appreciate the relentless curiosity of the late ex-chef and world citizen Anthony Bourdain as he traveled to other countries and immersed himself in their history, culture, and, of course, their cuisine in this 12-time Emmy-winning series on CNN.
1. Good Eats (1999-2012)
> IMDb user rating: 8.9/10
> IMDb user votes: 3,597
> Stars: Alton Brown, Brett Soll, Vickie Eng, Deb Duchon
This celebrated 14-season series on the Food Network starred Chef Alton Brown. Behind the dishes he would create, Brown delved into the science behind what makes food so flavorful.
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