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18 Gourmet Today Returns to TV with a Fresh Take on Home Cooking T he new series, which began airing this October, puts home cooks in the spotlight, giving them the opportunity to share their favourite recipes and the stories behind them. While Maltese cuisine remains an important part of the programme, the focus extends beyond traditional dishes to explore the many ways local produce can be used in everyday cooking. From recipes passed down through generations to newer creations inspired by seasonal ingredients, the show celebrates the variety of food prepared in Maltese homes. Each episode is divided into two parts. e first features a home cook preparing a family recipe in the Gourmet Kitchen, taking viewers through the ingredients and methods involved while sharing the story behind the dish. ese are recipes with a personal connection, whether they have been handed down by a parent or grandparent, perfected over the years or become a firm family favourite. e second half sees Raymond Fauzza, a well-known chef and familiar face on Maltese television, take over the kitchen. A household name among local viewers, Ray brings his professional experience to the programme, preparing a related dish or demonstrating a cooking technique inspired by the first recipe. His segment offers practical tips and fresh ideas, helping viewers develop their skills and approach familiar ingredients in new ways. e combination of home cooks and professional expertise gives each episode its own character, while keeping the focus firmly on accessible cooking and locally available ingredients. At its heart, the programme celebrates Malta's food culture without being limited to traditional recipes, encouraging viewers to make the most of seasonal produce and find inspiration in everyday cooking. Local flavours, simple techniques and family recipes are back on screen as Gourmet Today returns to Net TV with a fresh, feel- good season Gourmet Today Every Sunday at 12:45 on NET TV