A+E Networks is teaming up with Rachael Ray to acquire a 50% stake in new production company Free Food Studios. As part of the deal, A+E Networks has ordered 278 new episodes of programming over the next two years from Free Food Studios, featuring Ray and other talent. The content will air on A+E’s Home.Made.Nation lifestyle programming block, FYI and all other platforms, which are distributed globally by A+E Networks.
Free Food Studios focuses on producing, owning and distributing Ray-created “in the kitchen” content and serves as a platform to introduce and develop new and upcoming epicurean talent.
All projects produced by the company will be executive produced by Ray, along with Brian Flanagan, Anthony Amoya and Sean Lee.
Home.Made.Nation is A+E Networks’ multi-platform hub for lifestyle programming, currently available on the networks’ A&E, FYI and FAST channels, featuring DIY, home improvement, home research and decor as well as food, cooking, travel and other lifestyle content.
The Home.Made.Nation lineup is currently home to series from Ray and Buddy Valastro, as well as home renovation series including Zombie House Flipping And Three-digit face.