Arts and Entertainment

‘America’s Test Kitchen’ counts down most popular recipes for 20th anniversary

To celebrate 20 years of the most-watched cooking show on public television, “America’s Test Kitchen” fans around the country voted for their all-time favorite recipes from the series. The results are presented now as Bridget Lancaster, Julia Collin Davison and their fellow cast members count down the series’ 20 most popular recipes and look back on the show’s best moments.

‘No Passport Required’ returns for a second season to Arizona PBS

Join Chef Marcus Samuelsson to explore six different American cities, visiting with both professional chefs and home cooks, for an in-depth look at the rich diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisines woven into American food and culture.

Seek out ‘A Few Good Pie Places’ and ‘Bakeries’

Tour a collection of sweet spots known for their pies and other baked goodies on Fridays at 8 p.m.

‘American Masters’ showcases great chefs

This month, “American Masters” showcases three iconic chefs Sundays at 2 p.m. Explore their life stories, their love of cooking and what they brought to the world.

‘The Great British Baking Show’: Amateur bakers rise to the top

All the decadent breads, cakes, pastries and pies take center stage for an encore of “The Great British Baking Show” each Friday night at 9 p.m. on Arizona PBS.

Passover highlights Streit’s family matzo business

The Jewish holiday of Passover is coming. With it also means the return of matzo (or “matzah”), a hallmark staple of Jewish cuisine and culture. “Streit’s: Matzo and the American Dream” arrives just in time for Passover: Monday, April 22, at 9 p.m. on Arizona PBS.

Learn how Leah Chase used food and faith to promote social change

For more than 70 years, Leah Chase has been a New Orleans icon. “Leah Chase: Queen of Creole Cuisine” comes to Arizona PBS on Sunday, April 7, at 3 p.m.

‘Confucius Was a Foodie’ follows the history, philosophies and traditions of Chinese cuisine

Celebrity chef Christine Cushing travels the world in search of knowledge and deliciousness for all things Chinese in “Confucius Was a Foodie,” an eight-part series Friday nights at 9 p.m.

‘Tastemakers’ unearths America’s current and future culinary artisans

“Tastemakers” is part of an hourlong tribute to food – both locally and nationally – every Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. on Arizona PBS, immediately following new “Plate & Pour” episodes.

Watch ‘Plate & Pour’ every Thursday at 7 p.m.

Each week, Chef Mark Tarbell visits with local chefs, restaurateurs and the many people who make Arizona one of the most dynamic dining areas in the country.