Timeline : 2010 - 2005

2010

In January 2010, ION Television announced its first original non-scripted series, "The Emeril Lagasse Show," a new weekly, entertainment television show featuring celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse. The original, primetime series will be recorded before a live studio audience and will capture Emeril's passion for people, entertainment, music, food and celebration.

In January 2010, Food Network stars Emeril Lagasse, Mario Batali and Bobby Flay traveled to the White House to take part in an unprecedented culinary competition in Super Chef Battle, a special two-hour episode of Iron Chef America. Greeted by First Lady Michelle Obama, the chefs are joined by White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford and receive their challenge: create a meal for America using The White House Kitchen Garden’s produce as their secret ingredients. "Super Chef Battle: An Iron Chef America Event" was Food Network's highest-rated, most-watched night in Food Network history with 7.6 million viewers.

2009

In November 2009, Emeril opened Burgers And More by Emeril, his first-ever burger restaurant at the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem. The menu features prime and grass-fed beef burgers, plus seafood, turkey and veggie selections – along with Emeril’s distinctive twist on all-American favorites, fresh salads and cool desserts.

In November 2009, Martha Stewart and Emeril announced Cooking with Emeril – a new live weekly call-in radio show on Martha Stewart Living Radio. Chef Emeril will host Cooking with Emeril from across the country, introducing his listeners to the fascinating people, places and rich food experiences plus interview chefs he meets on the road.

In November 2009, Emeril Lagasse Foundation hosted its 5th anniversary “Carnivale du Vin” at The Venetian, Las Vegas and raised $1.9 million for children’s causes. The Foundation also announced an exciting new project with Three Square food bank and $100,000 in funds to create a “Kids Cafe” to help feed children in Southern Nevada.

In October 2009, Emeril’s new book “Emeril 20-40-60: Fresh Food Fast” is released, with quick recipes for the family on-the-go; the second of 10 books Emeril will be publishing with HarperStudio.

In September 2009, Chef Emeril Lagasse hosted the ultimate tailgate party to celebrate the grand opening of Lagasse’s Stadium – a sports bar, entertainment venue and restaurant at The Palazzo in Las Vegas.

In July 2009, Macy’s introduced Emeril into its prestigious Culinary Council, a culinary initiative that aims to impact the way customers shop, cook and eat at home. The Council includes such culinary talents such as Todd English, Tyler Florence, Cat Cora, Rick Bayless, Ming Tsai and Govind Armstrong.

In May 2009, “Emeril at the Grill” debuts at No. 8 on The New York Times Bestseller list on May 24 in the paperback/advice/how-to category! This is the sixth of his books to appear on The New York Times Bestseller list. It becomes a New York Times best seller within three weeks of its release.

In April 2009, Emeril’s new book “Emeril at the Grill” is released, the chef’s first book since 2005, and the first of 10 books Emeril will be publishing with HarperStudio.

In April 2009, Planet Green renews “Emeril Green”, an original series exploring fresh and seasonal ingredients, for a second season.

In April 2009, Emeril and Alden Lagasse help unveil the new WINGS Performing Arts and Education Center at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport, MS. The expansion created new office and classroom space, a state of the teaching art kitchen, ticket booths, and a concession area adjoining the Center's museum and existing auditorium. Emeril and Alden served as the national campaign co-chairs for the $3.2 million construction campaign and Emeril Lagasse Foundation contributed $900,000 to the project.

In April 2009, Emeril announces plans to Emeril’s Chop House at the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem, a new casino and entertainment destination being developed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. The resort is a major redevelopment on the site of the former Bethlehem Steel plant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

In February 2009, Chef Emeril receives the “Lifetime Achievement Award” from Food Network’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival.  

In February 2009, Emeril’s Miami Beach celebrates its five year anniversary with a celebration that raises over $100,000 for Miami Children’s Hospital’s Foundation.

2008

In November 2008, Chef Emeril Lagasse announced announces plans for an expansion at Edible Schoolyard New Orleans at Samuel J. Green Charter School, with a $200,000 grant from his Foundation to fund the new Edible Kitchen & Cafeteria.

In November 2008, the 4th annual “Carnivale du Vin” wine auction and gala raises over $1.7 million dollars to benefit children’s arts, culinary and education programs in the Gulf South.  

In September 2008, Emeril Lagasse Foundation provides $325,000 in grants to nonprofit programs in the New Orleans area, bringing the Foundation’s total contributions to Gulf Coast organizations to over $2.3 million. The Foundation also extended its partnership with the New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts (NOCCA) to establish the city’s first comprehensive 4-year professional training program in culinary arts for high school students.  

In September 2008, Emeril was inducted into the Gaming Hall of Fame for his innovations in entertainment and fine dining in the resort and gaming industry. He currently operates four restaurants in casino resort destinations in Las Vegas and Gulfport, Mississippi.

In July 2008, Planet Green celebrates the launch of Emeril Lagasse’s new series Emeril Green. In Emeril Green Chef Lagasse shares his philosophy for fresh, organic, locally grown foods with Planet Green viewers – a practice he has been using in his restaurants and personal kitchen for more than 30 years.

In July 2008, Emeril Live joins the primetime lineup on Fine Living Network giving a new audience a taste of Emeril seven nights a week. In addition, Emeril Live! will continue to air on Food Network in daytime.

In June 2008, Emeril unveils his new regular column – "Kick It Up - Everyday with Emeril" – in Everyday Food, the easy-to-use, digest-size cooking magazine published by Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. To coincide with the premiere column, Martha and Emeril appear on the magazine's cover.

In April 2008, Emeril Lagasse joins the Martha Stewart family of brands; Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia acquired the assets related to Lagasse's media and merchandising business, including television programming, cookbooks, and emerils.com website and his licensed kitchen and food products.

In February 2008, Emeril Lagasse joins Planet Green, a new 24/7 eco-lifestyle TV network. His new show, Emeril Green will launch in July 2008.

In February 2008, Table 10 opens at The Palazzo in Las Vegas – the world’s largest integrated hotel and resort – honoring the spirit and traditions of Chef Emeril’s first restaurant in New Orleans and featuring New American cuisine.

2007

In November 2007, The 3rd annual “Carnivale du Vin” wine auction and gala raises over $2 million dollars for the Emeril Lagasse Foundation.

In November 2007, The Emeril Lagasse Foundation announces plans for the construction of the Emeril Lagasse Culinary Learning Center at Café Reconcile in New Orleans.

In November 2007, Chef Emeril announces plans for his newest restaurant, Table 10, at The Palazzo in Las Vegas.

In July 2007, Emeril brings his “Emerilware” line of professional cookware and gourmet kitchen tools to HSN, the multichannel retailer.

In June 2007, Emeril’s Gulf Coast Fish House opens at the Island View Casino Resort in Gulfport, Mississippi.

2006

In November 2006, The Emeril Lagasse Foundation raises $2.5 million with the culinary event Carnivale du Vin.

In October 2006, Chef Emeril releases his latest cookbook, There's a Chef in my World.

In August 2006, Emeril is the first celebrity chef to have meals developed for NASA astronauts and the first person to have those recipes served in space.

In June 2006, Emeril partners with T-fal, the world leader in electrical cooking appliances to develop the Emerilware Fryer, Grill/Panini Maker and Steamer.

In May 2006, Chef Emeril was inducted into the MenuMasters Hall of Fame.

2005

In November 2005, The Emeril Lagasse Foundation raises $1.4 million with the culinary event Carnivale du Vin.

In October 2005, Chef Emeril releases his latest cookbook, Emeril's Delmonico.

In May 2005, Chef Emeril films his 1500th show for the Food Network.

In April 2005, Emeril partners with Wedgwood to produce Emeril Professional, a line of high quality stoneware.