‘Yum’: Eddie Jackson is at home on Cooking Channel

from The Brainerd Dispatch TV Week May 31st 2020

by Brainerd Dispatch and Echo Journal

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As for Season 11’s crowned champion, Eddie Jackson, he’s currently holding court on Cooking Channel, where a second season of “Yum and Yummer” premiered on May 14.

The series seems tailor-made for the former NFL cornerback and food truck operator. In each episode, Jackson tackles a specific food theme and profiles decadent dishes and fun flavors from around the world. But sometimes you don’t have to go far to find a meal that manages to be oh so comforting without blowing your calorie budget. And food that is tasty but healthy just happens to be Jackson’s specialty, as seen on the pizza-themed episode of com, where the personal chef combines his love of food with his enthusiasm as a certified personal trainer. There has also been a stint as a judge on “Clash of the Grandmas” and, more recently, on the Canadian series “The Big Bake.”

“Yum and Yummer,” airing Thursday, June 4.

Jackson’s NFL career may have been cut short by injury, but his TV career is still going. After winning “Food Network Star” in 2015, Jackson wasted little time in creating opportunities for viewers to know him. In 2016, Jackson landed his first Food Network series, “BBQ Blitz,” and also served as a mentor in “Star Salvation,” the web series that gave ousted “Food Network Star” contestants a chance to get back into the competition.

Speaking of web-only series, the Houston native is the host of “Eddie Jackson’s Game-Day Playbook” and “Eddie Jackson’s Fitness Playbook” on FoodNetwork.

There have been other TV appearances to be sure, including his two seasons as host of “Kids BBQ Championship” and three on “Christmas Cookie Challenge.” But with new episodes of “Yum and Yummer” airing Thursdays on Cooking Channel, and the recent release of his “GameDay Eats” homegating guide, there are plenty of signs that suggest you won’t soon forget Jackson’s name.

Sunday, May 31

11:30 a.m. (8) WDSE The Great British Baking Show Monitor the magnificent seven in their three challenges inspired by nature. Hosted by: Sue Perkins, Mel Giedroyc

12:30 p.m. (8) WDSE The Great British Baking Show Learn why sweet challenges mean a bitter end for one of the six remaining bakers. Hosted by: Sue Perkins, Mel Giedroyc

1:30 p.m. (8) WDSE The Great British Baking Show Follow the five remaining bakers as they attempt to re-create dishes fit for the Tudors.

Hosted by: Sue Perkins, Mel Giedroyc

2:30 p.m. (8) WDSE The Great British Baking Show The four remaining bakers prove they have the skills to be a finalist. Hosted by: Sue Perkins, Mel Giedroyc

3:30 p.m. (8) WDSE The Great British Baking Show Find out who will be crowned the winner after they wrestle with meringues. Hosted by: Sue Perkins, Mel Giedroyc

12:30 a.m. (8) WDSE Rick Steves’ Tasty Europe Rick enjoys meals in Tuscany, Bulgaria, Rome, Madrid, and Verona.

Monday, June 1