“Food, like film, is performance. Both are dramatic, romantic, spectacular or sad,” says Eric Ripert. Join him and guest Stanley Tucci as they start the day with vodka martinis, prepare lemon risotto and whole branzino, talk about their childhoods, quip over how actors are like chefs, and then enjoy the final dish.

Don’t miss On The Table Episode Two With Mario Batali

Mario Batali parks his Vespa right in Eric Ripert’s NYC kitchen and lays it all On The Table – spices, sauces and couscous for his signature dish — Two-Minute Calamari: Sicilian Lifeguard Style.

Don’t miss On the Table Episode One featuring Anthony Bourdain.

It’s basic meat and potatoes, but in the hands of chef Eric Ripert, the ingredients are transformed into a sophisticated dinner. Ripert demonstrates how to grill up a flank steak paired with fresh chimichurri sauce and potato salad.