Kelsey's Essentials
Kelsey Nixon’s got spunk, she’s got sass, but most importantly, she’s all about using the basics to create dishes that are anything but ordinary.
- 2010-2013
- 5 seasons
- Cooking Channel
- Family
Kelsey Nixon’s got spunk, she’s got sass, but most importantly, she’s all about using the basics to create dishes that are anything but ordinary.
Season 5 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2013
Episode 1
Fiery Foods
Wed, Jul 3, 2013
Kelsey attends a hot sauce expo in Brooklyn.
Episode 2
A Salt of the Senses
Wed, Jul 10, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey visits chef David Burke at his restaurant, "Fromagerie", where he explains the use of salt, in this comprehensive look at salt as a cooking tool.
Episode 3
Hot and Cool Desserts
Wed, Jul 17, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey assists the owners of a unique ice cream shop with concocting a salt and vinegar potato chip ice cream.
Episode 4
After Hour Eats
Wed, Jul 24, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey indulges in late night comfort foods.
Episode 5
Happiest Hour
Wed, Jul 31, 2013
Kelsey learns the ins and outs of turning classic cocktails into more modern "mocktails".
Episode 6
Snack Attack
Wed, Aug 7, 2013
Kelsey visits "S'mores Bakery" for an innovative take on a classic treat.
Episode 7
The Big First
Wed, Aug 14, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey looks for the perfect party food to serve at her son's, Oliver, first birthday party.
Episode 8
Jamaican
Wed, Aug 21, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey visits Melvin's Juice Box for a taste of the Caribbean. She prepares fried fish with carrot escovitch using Jamaican flavors; grilled lobster tails with jerk sauce and coconut rice.
Episode 9
Amazing Mashups
Wed, Aug 28, 2013
Kelsey pays a visit to the Kimchi Taco Truck.
Episode 10
Dinner and a Movie
Wed, Sep 4, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey visits a movie concession stand that specializes in gourmet food.
Episode 11
Straight Out of Tokyo
Wed, Sep 11, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey discovers the latest trends in Japanese cuisine, during a visit with Yuji Haraguchi.
Episode 12
Mobile Global Cuisine
Wed, Sep 18, 2013 20 mins
Tasty cemitas in Brooklyn; sandwiches with an Indian flair.
Episode 13
My Trip to San Fran
Wed, Sep 25, 2013 20 mins
Kelsey makes a version of fideos using shrimp and chorizo, thanks to inspiration in San Francisco.