Christine Cushing
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Christine Cushing has been a Canadian
celebrity chef
, host of the television programmes Christine Cushing Live
, and Dish it Out on Food Network Canada
and presently hosts "Fearless in the Kitchen" on W and Viva networks in Canada.
She originally studied linguistics at the University of Toronto
, but in 1986, she graduated from the Food and Beverage Management program at George Brown College
in Toronto
.
In the issue of TV Guide
in Canada for the week of April 24-30 April 2004, Cushing said that the kitchen tool she could not live without was a mandolin.
Christine has written three cookbooks, most recently, "Pure Food" that won a gourmand award in Spain and introduced a line of upscale food products, Christine Cushing's". The first product -an award-winning extra virgin olive oil from her mom's homeland Crete- is currently available in stores across Canada. Five all natural tomato sauces are also available across the country .
research.
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
celebrity chef
Celebrity chef
A celebrity chef is a kitchen chef who has become famous and well known. Today celebrity chefs often become celebrities by presenting cookery advice and demonstrations via mass media, especially television. Historically, celebrity chefs have included Antoine Carême and Martino da Como.-External...
, host of the television programmes Christine Cushing Live
Christine Cushing Live
Hosted by Christine Cushing, Christine Cushing Live was a completely live cooking show that featured live call-in questions and guests from the world of food and entertainment. The series aired live weeknights at 6 p.m. EST on Food Network Canada and repeated daily at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. EST. The...
, and Dish it Out on Food Network Canada
Food Network Canada
Food Network is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel with programming related to food, cooking, cuisine, and the food industry. Food Network is a joint venture between Shaw Media, Corus Entertainment, and Scripps Networks Interactive....
and presently hosts "Fearless in the Kitchen" on W and Viva networks in Canada.
She originally studied linguistics at the University of Toronto
University of Toronto
The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, situated on the grounds that surround Queen's Park. It was founded by royal charter in 1827 as King's College, the first institution of higher learning in Upper Canada...
, but in 1986, she graduated from the Food and Beverage Management program at George Brown College
George Brown College
George Brown College is a public, fully accredited college of applied arts and technology with three full campuses in downtown Toronto, Ontario...
in Toronto
Toronto
Toronto is the provincial capital of Ontario and the largest city in Canada. It is located in Southern Ontario on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. A relatively modern city, Toronto's history dates back to the late-18th century, when its land was first purchased by the British monarchy from...
.
In the issue of TV Guide
TV Guide
TV Guide is a weekly American magazine with listings of TV shows.In addition to TV listings, the publication features television-related news, celebrity interviews, gossip and film reviews and crossword puzzles...
in Canada for the week of April 24-30 April 2004, Cushing said that the kitchen tool she could not live without was a mandolin.
Christine has written three cookbooks, most recently, "Pure Food" that won a gourmand award in Spain and introduced a line of upscale food products, Christine Cushing's". The first product -an award-winning extra virgin olive oil from her mom's homeland Crete- is currently available in stores across Canada. Five all natural tomato sauces are also available across the country .
Endorsments
Christine has endorsed Cook For the Cure. Cook For the Cure is a charity which supports Breast CancerBreast cancer
Breast cancer is cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas...
research.
TV appearances
- 1998-2001: Dish It Out (Life NetworkLife NetworkSlice is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel owned by Shaw Media. Slice is a lifestyle channel directed towards women with programming including talk shows, reality television and more.-History:...
, 3 seasons) - 2001-2005: Christine Cushing Live (Food Network CanadaFood Network CanadaFood Network is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel with programming related to food, cooking, cuisine, and the food industry. Food Network is a joint venture between Shaw Media, Corus Entertainment, and Scripps Networks Interactive....
, 4 seasons) - 2005-2006: Cook With Me (Food Network CanadaFood Network CanadaFood Network is a Canadian English language Category A specialty channel with programming related to food, cooking, cuisine, and the food industry. Food Network is a joint venture between Shaw Media, Corus Entertainment, and Scripps Networks Interactive....
, 1 season) - 2009-present : " Fearless in the KItchen (( W and Viva Networks , Canada ))
External links
- Christine Cushing official website, accessed 12 August 2006, accessed 12 August 2006
- The Globe and Mail: "The right ingredients for retirement" (interview by Theresa Ebden, 24 January 2006), accessed 12 August 2006
- January magazine: "Kitchen Cinderella" (interview by Linda L. Richards), accessed 12 August 2006
- Christine Cushing Photo Page, accessed 12 August 2006
- Christine Cushing at the Chef and Restaurant Database