New York – Scripps Networks International launched its high-definition channel Food Network Asia, in the Philippines on 8 October 2010, on direct-to-home (DTH) satellite service Cignal Digital TV. Available to Cignal Digital TV subscribers on channel 66, Food Network Asia offers a menu of highly-rated series from all over the world. From the popular US series Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, to the culinary journeys of Chef Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam and the adventurous Extreme Cuisine with Jeff Corwin, Food Network Asia delivers programming to satisfy all food lovers. Scripps Networks International continues to execute expansion plans globally and currently offers Food Network Asia in Malaysia, Singapore and Taiwan as well as Food Network in the United Kingdom, throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. “Following successful syndication programs from Food Network US, we knew there was an audience for our content. Asia being a food centric culture, it is a natural fit for our brand,” Mary Ellen Iwata, Vice President, Programming, Scripps Networks International told Television Asia Plus.