FYI to satisfy your cravings for Christmas with new foodie shows

This December, FYI unveils new programs that will surely inspire your next gastronomic getaway:

Taste of Vietnam (Tuesdays at 8pm)

Immerse yourself in the hearty, local flavors of Vietnam with Taste of Vietnam. Host Robert Danhi takes us on not just a food odyssey in Taste of Vietnam, but a voyage into across the country trying local food as he meets fascinating people along the way, unveiling the hidden charms of Vietnam as he curates this dynamic culture to find the deepest flavors in each community.

Atul’s Spice Kitchen: Malaysia (Tuesdays at 9pm)

Explore Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a melting pot of Asian flavors with Atul’s Spice Kitchen: Malaysia. Double Michelin-starred chef, Atul Kochhar travels to Malaysia  in Atul's Spice Kitchen: Malaysia, exploring the country’s traditional cuisine and its spice trade influenced by Chinese, Indian, Portuguese, Thai and Arab flavours. In the first episode Atul lands in the diverse capital of Kuala Lumpur, discovering hidden gems, sampling authentic Nyonya dishes and preparing a Rogan Josh for a wedding. 

The Feed (Premieres 4 December, Thursdays at 10pm)

Travel to the West and discover what’s been tickling the tastebuds of America with The Feed.Join culinary expert Gail Simmons; superstar chef Marcus Samuelsson; and comedian and food writer Max Silvestri anchor a rollicking adventure into the world of culinary and food culture in America as they share their take on today’s most innovative food trends. Each episode of The Feed pits the unlikely combination of these three personalities against each other in unconventional food challenges that allow each competitor to show off their unique perspectives on the food world. 

FYI reveals new shows for November

Two new shows will premiere on FYI Channel this November.

Every Thursday at 9:00 PM starting on November 20, follow a group of chefs as they invent spectacular new dishes, on a whole new "epic" level in "Epic Meal Empire".

Meanwhile, on Fridays beginning on November 28 at 9:00 PM, watch as Shasta and her team take on 2 awe-inspiring design projects each week on "Red Hot Designs".

Also, "Bondi Vet" continues every Wednesday at 9:00 PM with an all-new season beginning on November 5.

FYI coming to Asia in fall 2014

On October 6, Bio Channel will rebrand to FYI, a contemporary lifestyle network reflecting how people live their lives today, across Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Mongolia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, the Pacific Islands, Singapore, Thailand, and Taiwan.

The announcement was made today by Alan Hodges, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, A+E Networks.

BIO was also rebranded to FYI in the US on July 8th. 

For your inspiration, for your imagination or for your innovation, FYI will be a personalized experience for each viewer. The network embraces the way audiences really live their lives–proudly-hyphenated and not constrained by one passion or interest. Never an instruction manual and always an inspiration engine, FYI offers viewers a more adventurous, personalized and non-prescriptive approach to programming with a range of stories that reflect how people actually live their lives today, not defined by just one passion or interest.  

“FYI’s mission is to inspire personal creativity that emphasizes improvised living, while reflecting our authentic slate of programming,” says Michele Schofield, Senior VP, Programming & Marketing at A+E Networks Asia. “And with its rich mix of inspirational content, the new channel’s Asian premiere is sure to bring its viewers a season of quality entertainment.”

FYI will feature over 300 hours of original content each year across four programming genres--taste, space, look, and journey. FYI will include locally-commissioned productions and local acquisitions. 

FYI’s primetime premiere line-up in Asia includes: 

In Tiny House Nation, renovation experts and hosts John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin travel across America to show off ingenious small spaces and the inventive people who live in them. They also help families design, construct, and prepare to downsize into their own mini-dream homes no larger than 300 square feet! 

Rowhouse Showdown features renovation expert Carter Oosterhouse as he leads three teams who battle it out to transform dilapidated homes. The team that increases the appeal of their home the most, wins the grand prize of $50,000. 

Destination Flavor: Japan-From the frozen ponds of Hokkaido in the north to the southern multicultural island of Okinawa, we savor the cuisine from local legends and master chefs while watching Adam Liaw immerse himself in a vibrant food culture that embraces innovation and cherishes tradition. 

Destination Flavor: Down Under-Host Adam Liaw continues to unearth hidden flavors, this time those nestled in the Australian and New Zealand landscapes. 

Travels with the Bondi Vet features Dr. Chris Brown, a charismatic vet who leaves his practice in Sydney to begin his exploration of the world’s most beautiful and bizarre places, cultures, and animals!