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There's always something delicious cooking in the Great Day Kitchen! Check out all of the great videos and recipes from the various Chef's featured from around the Central Valley.

  • Chef Dave Edgell, from the Daily Grill, joined us in the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to prepare a butternut squash soup and a Cobb salad.

  • Great Day and Midday producer Ashley Taylor joined us in the kitchen Thanksgiving morning to make her "Kind of a Big Deal" Cream Cheese Crescent rolls. She has been kind enough to share the recipe with all of us.

  • Roger Rocka's Chef Eric DeGroot joined us in the Great Day Kitchen to make one of the dishes off the menu for their latest production of Nunsensations: The Vegas Revue

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  • Chef Eric DeGroot, from Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater, joined us in the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning. He prepared a couple of dishes off the menu for their latest production of 'Legally Blonde: The Musical.'

  • On Wednesday, Kim and Kopi went Greek in honor of this weekend's 51st annual Greek Fest. Feel free print out these recipes and try them for yourself.

  • On Sunday, the Food Network crowned their next star. Jeff Mauro beat thousands of people to get his own cooking show. The "Sandwich King" joined us via satellite Wednesday morning to talk about his new show and to teach us how to make one of his sandwiches.

  • Chef Dwayne McFann, from the Embers Restaurant located at the Tenaya Lodge, joined Kim and Jim in the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to show us how to make a few delicious dishes straight from the restaurant menu.
    Chef Dwayne McFann, from the Embers Restaurant located at the Tenaya Lodge, joined Kim and Jim in the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to show us how to make a few delicious dishes straight from the restaurant menu.

  • Roger Rocka's chef Eric Degroot shows us how to make one of the dishes off their latest production of "The Drowsy Chaperone."
    Roger Rocka's chef Eric Degroot shows us how to make one of the dishes off their latest production of "The Drowsy Chaperone."

  • Amanda Chambers, general manager of The Old Spaghetti Factory in Fresno, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Thursday morning to share one of their signature dishes with us.
    Amanda Chambers, general manager of The Old Spaghetti Factory in Fresno, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Thursday morning to share one of their signature dishes with us.

  • Chef Aldo Escribens, from the local restaurant 'Limon,' stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to cook up some delicious Peruvian food.
    Chef Aldo Escribens, from the local restaurant 'Limon,' stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to cook up some delicious Peruvian food.

  • On Thursday morning, local chef Gina Meyers joined Kim and Kopi in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up a little magic from her unofficial Harry Potter cookbook Muggles to Magic.
    On Thursday morning, local chef Gina Meyers joined Kim and Kopi in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up a little magic from her unofficial Harry Potter cookbook Muggles to Magic.

  • Chef Wendy Carroll stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to show Kim and Kopi how to make coconut shrimp with dipping sauce.
    Chef Wendy Carroll stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday morning to show Kim and Kopi how to make coconut shrimp with dipping sauce.

  • On Thursday morning, Kim and Kopi were joined by Jan Kohler, owner of the Clovis-based business Golden Stroopwafel.
    On Thursday morning, Kim and Kopi were joined by Jan Kohler, owner of the Clovis-based business Golden Stroopwafel.

  • Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin has created a new initiative called "Local Bites" to promote local restaurants.
    Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin has created a new initiative called "Local Bites" to promote local restaurants.

  • This Sunday is St. Gregory Fowler's Father's Day picnic at the California Armenian home in Fresno.
    This Sunday is St. Gregory Fowler's Father's Day picnic at the California Armenian home in Fresno.

  • Chef Jonathan Davey, from the Institute of Technology, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning with some delicious salad recipes. Feel free to print out the recipes, and try the salads for yourself.
    Chef Jonathan Davey, from the Institute of Technology, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning with some delicious salad recipes. Feel free to print out the recipes, and try the salads for yourself.

  • On Wednesday morning, Kim and Kopi learned how to make delicious gluten-free foods in the Great Day Kitchen.
    On Wednesday morning, Kim and Kopi learned how to make delicious gluten-free foods in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • Kim and Kopi were joined by Roger Rocka's Chef Eric Degroot in the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning. Chef Degroot made some of the dishes off the menu from their latest production of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers."
    Kim and Kopi were joined by Roger Rocka's Chef Eric Degroot in the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning. Chef Degroot made some of the dishes off the menu from their latest production of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers."

  • Chef Kyle Waller, from the Institute of Technology, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning to go over everything you need to know about cooking pasta.
    Chef Kyle Waller, from the Institute of Technology, stopped by the Great Day Kitchen Tuesday morning to go over everything you need to know about cooking pasta.

  • Kim and Kopi got a crash course on everything concerning fish and seafood with Chef David Pol from the Institute of Technology.
    Kim and Kopi got a crash course on everything concerning fish and seafood with Chef David Pol from the Institute of Technology.

  • On Tuesday, Kim and Kopi welcomed Roger Rocka's Chef Eric Degroot to the Great Day Kitchen.
    On Tuesday, Kim and Kopi welcomed Roger Rocka's Chef Eric Degroot to the Great Day Kitchen. Chef Degroot prepared two dishes off the menu for their latest production of "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change."

  • On Tuesday morning, Chef Thomas Nelson stopped by the Great Day kitchen to go over everything you need to know about chicken.
    On Tuesday morning, Chef Thomas Nelson stopped by the Great Day kitchen to go over everything you need to know about chicken.

  • General Manager and Panda Express Chef John Yue stopped by the Great Day Kitchen on Wednesday morning to show us how they prepare their famous Firecracker Chicken.
    General Manager and Panda Express Chef John Yue stopped by the Great Day Kitchen on Wednesday morning to show us how they prepare their famous Firecracker Chicken.

  • Chef Degroot showed viewers how to cook grilled and braised short ribs off the menu from Good Company Players' production of "The Wedding Singer," performed at Roger Rocka's.
    Chef Degroot showed viewers how to cook grilled and braised short ribs off the menu from Good Company Players' production of "The Wedding Singer," performed at Roger Rocka's.

  • Chef Michael Handy, from the Institute of Technology, dropped by the Great Day Kitchen on Tuesday morning to cook up some ground beef dishes.
    Chef Michael Handy, from the Institute of Technology, dropped by the Great Day Kitchen on Tuesday morning to cook up some ground beef dishes.

  • Ever wonder what a day might be like in Kim Stephens kitchen? Well you got a glimpse into her world Wednesday, when she and her husband Rick baked Sour Cream Coffee Cake in the Great Day Kitchen.

  •  "Nashville's Grill" Chef Mike Rogers was live in the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday showing Kim and Kopi how to whip up his restaurant's famous "Beef Bites" & "Pulled Pork with Nest."
     "Nashville's Grill" Chef Mike Rogers was live in the Great Day Kitchen Wednesday showing Kim and Kopi how to whip up his restaurant's famous "Beef Bites" & "Pulled Pork with Nest."

  • Great Day got some Southwestern Flavor during Tuesday's show. Chef Eric DeGroot from Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Roasted Poblano Chile Relleno with Fresh Corn.
    Great Day got some Southwestern flavor during Tuesday's show. Chef Eric DeGroot from Roger Rocka's Dinner Theater was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Roasted Poblano Chile Relleno with Fresh Corn.

  • Great Day got a taste of Mediterranean cooking on Monday, when Chef Joshua Tovar from the Famous Shish Kebab Steak House cooked up some of his most popular recipes in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Mediterranean cooking on Monday, when Chef Joshua Tovar, from the Famous Shish Kebab Steak House, cooked up some of his most popular recipes in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • The ACF Pasta festival is being put on by the ACF Chef's Association of the San Joaquin Valley. Chef Klaus Tenbergen was live on Thursday's Great Day to promote the event and cook up some of his famous pasta!
    The 21st Annual Pasta Festival will be held on Monday, March 15th at the Clovis Veteran's Memorial Hall. Chef Klaus Tenbergen was live on Thursday's Great Day to promote the event and cook up some of his famous pasta!

  • With St. Paddy's day just around the corner, Great Day wants to help you prepare a holiday favorite.
    With St. Paddy's day just around the corner, Great Day wants to help you prepare a holiday favorite. The crew welcomed Daily Grill General Manager Stephen Verlarde to the Great Day Kitchen Thursday to whip up hand carved Corn Beef Sandwiches.

  • Great Day got a taste of Southern cooking on Wednesday, when Chef Steve Baldwin from Salaam Seafood's took over the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Southern cooking on Wednesday, when Chef Steve Baldwin from Salaam Seafood's took over the Great Day Kitchen. Baldwin cooked up Golden Deep Fried Catfish w/Colored Greens, Coleslaw and Corn Bread.

  • Chef Rob Ringler was live on the program to cook up his Artichoke Hazelnut Soup with Dungeness Crab Cakes.
    Chef Rob Ringler was live on the program to cook up his Artichoke Hazelnut Soup with Dungeness Crab Cakes.

  • Great Day got a taste of Italy on Wednesday when Chef Paul DiCicco from DiCicco's Italian Restaurant was live in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Italy on Wednesday when Chef Paul DiCicco from DiCicco's Italian Restaurant was live in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • Great Day got a taste of Italy on Thursday when Chef Pino Borrelli from Gigi's Cucina Italiana is live in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Italy on Thursday when Chef Pino Borrelli from Gigi's Cucina Italiana is live in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • The cooler weather is now upon us, and that means time to break out your cold weather recipes!
    On Tuesday's Great Day Chef Jesse Villicana from Cool Hand Luke's was live on the show to cook up a prime rib, fancy green beans and sauteed mushrooms in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • Roger Rocka's Chef Eric De Groot was live on Tuesday's show to show-off some items from the "Hairspray" dinner menu.
    Hairspray" is coming to Fresno, and Great Day has the scoop on the show and it's menu! Roger Rocka's Chef Eric De Groot was live on Tuesday's show to show-off some items from the "Hairspray" dinner menu.

  • Tuesday was one sweet Great Day when Chef Kim Payne was live on the show to cook some of her most famous deserts!
    Tuesday was one sweet Great Day when Chef Kim Payne was live on the show to cook some of her most famous deserts!

  • Chef Vatche Moukhtarian from the Cracked Pepper Bistro was live in the Great Day Kitchen on Thursday to cook up his special Halibut recipe.
    Looking for a great seafood recipe to cook over the weekend? Then you're in luck! Chef Vatche Moukhtarian from the Cracked Pepper Bistro was live in the Great Day Kitchen on Thursday to cook up his special Halibut recipe.

  •  Chef David Vartanian from the Vintage Press was live on Wednesday's show to whip up his special Tomato Mozzarella Salad in the Great Day Kitchen.
     Chef David Vartanian from the Vintage Press was live on Wednesday's show to whip up his special Tomato Mozzarella Salad in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • The Host of the Food Network Show "Viva Daisy" spoke live with Great Day on Thursday. Daisy Martinez was on the show to give out some great summer dishes with a latin flair.
    The Host of the Food Network Show "Viva Daisy" spoke live with Great Day on Thursday. Daisy Martinez was on the show to give out some great summer dishes with a latin flair.

  • It's Peach season and Great Day had a great recipe to share on Thursday's show! Chef Varouj Kachichian was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up his special "Peach and Mascarpone Tart in Gingersnap Crust."
    It's Peach season and Great Day had a great recipe to share on Thursday's show! Chef Varouj Kachichian was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up his special "Peach and Mascarpone Tart in Gingersnap Crust."

  • Chef Rob Ringler was live on Wednesday's show to cook up Tequila Marinated Prawns with Lime-Cilantro Sauce, Corn Cakes and Grilled Red and Yellow Peppers.
    Chef Rob Ringler was live on Wednesday's show to cook up Tequila Marinated Prawns with Lime-Cilantro Sauce, Corn Cakes and Grilled Red and Yellow Peppers.

  • Chef Eric De Groot was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Grilled Flat Iron Steaks with Tomatillo-Avocado Salsa and Creamy Macaroni and Pepper Jack Gratin on Wednesday
    Chef Eric De Groot was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Grilled Flat Iron Steaks with Tomatillo-Avocado Salsa and Creamy Macaroni and Pepper Jack Gratin on Wednesday.

  • Great Day got a taste of Italy on Monday when they cooked up come Camarones Camerinini. The crew was joined by Chef David Munoz from M&M Italian Food Restaurant in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Italy on Monday when they cooked up come Camarones Camerinini. The crew was joined by Chef David Munoz from M&M Italian Food Restaurant in the Great Day Kitchen.

  • Great Day got a taste of Belgium Thursday, when Chef Daniel Joly was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some of his European creations.  
    Great Day got a taste of Belgium Thursday, when Chef Daniel Joly was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some of his European creations.  

  • Steve Sangha from Port of Subs stepped into the Great Day Kitchen on Monday to show the crew how to make grillers.
    Steve Sangha from Port of Subs stepped into the Great Day Kitchen on Monday to show the crew how to make grillers.

  • Justin Shannon from Bentley's Bistro was live in Studio B on Tuesday to cook up his famous pan seared Atlantic salmon with roasted fennel-pine nut couscous and a orange fennel broth.
    Justin Shannon from Bentley's Bistro was live in Studio B on Tuesday to cook up his famous pan seared Atlantic salmon with roasted fennel-pine nut couscous and a orange fennel broth.

  • You didn't want to miss Wednesday's Great Day when Chef Malachi Harland from the Chef's Table was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some Vegetable Gumbo.
    Looking for a hot meal, to warm you up during this cold winter weather? If so, then you didn't want to miss Wednesday's Great Day when Chef Malachi Harland from the Chef's Table was live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some Vegetable Gumbo.

  • Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and for those hoping to cook up something romantic for their sweetheart Wednesday's Great Day was the show to watch!
    Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and for those hoping to cook up something romantic for their sweetheart Wednesday's Great Day was the show to watch!

  • Looking to make one of your favorite restaurant recipes at home? Then you didn't want to miss Thursday's Great Day, when Paul DiCicco from DiCicco's Restaurant is live on the show to give you a taste of Italy.
    Looking to make one of your favorite restaurant recipes at home? Then you didn't want to miss Thursday's Great Day, when Paul DiCicco from DiCicco's Restaurant is live on the show to give you a taste of Italy.

  • For those still scrambling to decide on what to make for Thanksgiving, Thursday's Great Day had you covered. Chef Martin Franco from Pangea is live on the show with some special Thanksgiving recipes.
    Thanksgiving is just weeks away; are you ready? For those still scrambling to decide on what to make, then Thursday's Great Day was must see! Chef Martin Franco from Pangea was live on the show with some special Thanksgiving recipes.

  • Looking for a recipe which tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant. Well look no further! Chef Jose Guevarra from The Daily Grill was live on Monday's show to cook up Chicken Picatta. 
    Looking for a recipe which tastes like it came from your favorite restaurant. Well look no further! Chef Jose Guevarra from The Daily Grill was live on Monday's show to cook up Chicken Picatta. 

  • Chef Schackelford shows how to make his famous Pumpkin Risotto.
    Looking for something festive to make for fall?  Chef Schackelford stepped into the Great Day Kitchen on Monday to whip up his famous Pumpkin Risotto.

  •  Chris Shackelford from Trelio in Clovis was live on Wednesday's show to cook up his special "Gummy Bears Unwrapped Fresno Style" recipe.
    Halloween is the season for sweet treats, and Great Day has a one-of-a kind treat you won't find anywhere else!  Chris Shackelford from Trelio in Clovis was live on Wednesday's show to cook up his special "Gummy Bears Unwrapped Fresno Style" recipe.

  •  You didn't want to miss Tuesday's Great Day when Chef Maria Ruggiero from Mother Mary's Pizza was live on the show to cook up her signature marinara sauce.
    Looking for a new take on many of your favorite pasta's? Then you didn't want to miss Tuesday's Great Day when Chef Maria Ruggiero from Mother Mary's Pizza was live on the show to cook up her signature marinara sauce.

  • Looking for a little taste of Spain? Look no further than Thursday's Great Day when Anna Ortega from Flamenco Tapas of Spain is live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some of her signature recipes.
    Looking for a little taste of Spain? Look no further than Thursday's Great Day when Anna Ortega from Flamenco Tapas of Spain is live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up some of her signature recipes.

  • It's Oktoberfest time, and the Great Day crew wants to make sure you're ready!Chef Rob Ringler was live on Wednesday's Great Day to whip up some of his favorite Oktoberfest recipes.
    It's Oktoberfest time, and the Great Day crew wants to make sure you're ready!Chef Rob Ringler was live on Wednesday's Great Day to whip up some of his favorite Oktoberfest recipes.

  • You didn't want to miss Thursday's Great Day when Fleming's "Chef Partner" Mark Ogren was live on the show to cook up some of the restaurant's most popular recipes.
    Looking to bring your restaurant's recipe's into your kitchen? Then you didn't want to miss Thursday's Great Day when Fleming's "Chef Partner" Mark Ogren was live on the show to cook up some of the restaurant's most popular recipes.

  •  Chef Maria Ruggiero from Mother Mary's Pizza was live on Monday's show to promote the 2nd Annual Feast of San Gennaro.
    Looking for a little piece of Italy here in the Central Valley?Then you won't want to miss Monday's Great Day when Chef Maria Ruggiero from Mother Mary's Pizza was live on the show to promote the 2nd Annual Feast of San Gennaro.

  • Great Day got a taste of Italy on Wednesday when Chef Paul Di Cicco from Di Cicco's Restaurants was live in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Great Day got a taste of Italy on Wednesday when Chef Paul Di Cicco from Di Cicco's Restaurants was live in the Great Day Kitchen. Chef Di Cicco was on hand to cook up his famous Penne Shrimp & Asparagus for the Great Day crew.

  • Tune into Wednesday's Great Day when Chef Martin Franco from Pangea is live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Yukon Gold Potato Crusted Salmon with Heirloom Tomato Basil and Caper Relish.
    Tune into Wednesday's Great Day when Chef Martin Franco from Pangea is live in the Great Day Kitchen to cook up Yukon Gold Potato Crusted Salmon with Heirloom Tomato Basil and Caper Relish.

  • Tuesday's Great Day got stomach's growling, when the crew cooked up some Thai Curry and Shi Shortbread in the Great Day Kitchen.
    Tuesday's Great Day got stomach's growling, when the crew cooked up some Thai Curry and Shi Shortbread in the Great Day Kitchen.

  •  Chef Malachi Harland from The Chef's Table was live on the show to cook up some Crispy Potato Gnocchi with Asparagus Salad with Olive Vinaigrette.
    Chef Malachi Harland from The Chef's Table was live on Thursday's Great Day to cook up some Crispy Potato Gnocchi with Asparagus Salad with Olive Vinaigrette.

  • When it comes to a great garlic sauce to use over fish and other food Kopi has his own personal favorite called "Greek Garlic Sauce" or Skordalia'.
    When it comes to a great garlic sauce to use over fish and other food Kopi has his own personal favorite called "Greek Garlic Sauce" or Skordalia'.

  • Great Day continues its Super Bowl Snack-fest with Boneless Buffalo Wings.
    Great Day continues its Super Bowl Snack-fest with Boneless Buffalo Wings.

  • NYFD Crab Meat Dip for the Super Bowl
    Great Day is getting you ready for Super Bowl Sunday, starting with snacks.  First up is NYFD Crab Meat Dip.

  • Chef Paul Urias was live on Great Day to cook Cordon Bleu.
    Chef Paul Urias was live on Great Day to cook Cordon Bleu.

  • Chef Rob Ringler was live on Great Day to cook his famous Beef Wellington.
    Chef Rob Ringler was live on Great Day to cook his famous Beef Wellington.

  • Chef Paul Urias from the Tamale Shopwas was live on the show with some 30 Minute Dinner Ideas.  Dinner may never be the same!
    Chef Paul Urias from the Tamale Shopwas was live on the show with some 30 Minute Dinner Ideas.  Dinner may never be the same!

  • 'Roast Beef Po' Boy
    Chef Rob Ringler made his famous 'Roast Beef Po' Boy with Debris Gravy.'

  • With the school year just beginning, start off on the right foot with the perfect back to school lunch!
    Gale Bolinger, from the Healthy Eating Advocate, was live on Tuesday's "Great Day" to show off some of her favorite back to school lunches. Some of Bolinger's favorites include sandwiches and wraps, along with some great desert ideas.

  • Chef Melissa Holt Prepares Bread Pudding
    Chef Melissa Holt Prepares Bread Pudding

  • Chef Mike Carey from Vinland Wine, Food and Laughter was live in Studio B to cook up his famous " Corn Soup with Smoked Salmon."
    Chef Mike Carey from Vinland Wine, Food and Laughter was live on Great Day to cook up his famous " Corn Soup with Smoked Salmon."

  • Chef Rob Ringler prepared his signature Crab Cakes on Great Day.
    Chef Rob Ringler was live in the "Great Day" Kitchen preparing his signature crab cakes.  For those of you that want to try the recipe at home, here it is:

  • Chef Vatche Moukhtarian from the Cracked Pepper Bistro shared his special Chocolate Terrine recipe.

    Chef Vatche Moukhtarian from the Cracked Pepper Bistro was live on Great Day to show-off his special Chocolate Terrine recipe.

  • Chef Paul Urias cooked up his "Pico Pollo Pasta"
    Chef Paul Urias cooked up his special recipe of ' "Pico Pollo Pasta" in the new Great Day kitchen.

  • Chef Klaus Tenbergen from Fresno State was live in Studio B cooking some of his famous appetizers including Bacon Wrapped Dates, Baked Camenbert and Ripe Nectarines with Caraway Seeds.
    Chef Klaus Tenbergen from Fresno State was live in Studio B cooking some of his famous appetizers.

     

  • Carey prepared two different versions of a caprese salad.
    Carey prepared two different versions of a caprese salad, the traditional version, and his own special take on the salad.

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