While we’re all stuck at home, the craving for fresh entertainment is real. With previous hits like Tiger King fading into memory, what’s next on the viewing agenda? Enter Amy Johnson and her talented chef partner, Mark Thompson, with their self-filmed cooking show tentatively titled Amy Johnson Learns to Cook.
This new series promises a delightful escape as it captures Johnson in her home kitchen, mastering the art of comfort food. However, in a twist, it seems that “cooking” actually leans more toward “mixing cocktails.” Reports indicate that Thompson will handle most of the cooking—using fresh, local ingredients—while Johnson focuses on crafting delicious drinks.
Entirely filmed in their home, the show will feature eight half-hour episodes exploring various culinary themes such as taco night, brunch, fridge cleanouts, and more, while also offering viewers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their life together. Production began this week, and it’s set to premiere later this spring.
“Amy and Mark will provide an intimate look at their life during quarantine,” said a spokesperson for the food network. “With Amy’s infectious humor and Mark’s culinary expertise, viewers will see how they navigate the challenges of life at home while enjoying good food and plenty of laughs.”
Johnson expressed her enthusiasm for collaborating with the network, noting that it beautifully combines their passions: “For Mark, it’s all about cooking, and for me, it’s eating.” Thompson, who oversees his family’s organic farm, has previously authored The Organic Farm Cookbook, which gained acclaim in the culinary world. So, it’s safe to say that viewers are in for some serious culinary education.
Since their marriage in 2018 and the birth of their son, Leo, in May 2019, fans have been following Johnson’s journey through motherhood and her experiences with in vitro fertilization (IVF). We’re eager to see how they incorporate family moments into their new show, which we hope will include adorable snippets of little Leo.
“With everything happening around the globe, we feel lucky to share this entertaining and enriching experience with our audience,” Johnson added. “It’s crucial to support one another, so Mark and I plan to donate to causes close to our hearts, including The Coalition of Fair Workers and certain domestic violence organizations.” For more insights on topics like these, check out our other post.
In summary, Amy Johnson and Mark Thompson are set to launch a captivating self-filmed cooking show that blends humor, culinary skills, and family life, all while supporting important charitable causes.