"Master backyard barbecue techniques with Michael Symon's infectious enthusiasm, outdoor culinary genius, and mouthwatering, foolproof comfort food recipes."
Iron Chef Michael Symon brings culinary artistry straight to his backyard patio in Symon's Dinners Cooking Out. Stripping away the pressure of professional kitchens, Symon focuses on accessible, wood-fired barbecue, inventive side dishes, and classic comfort food made alfresco. With Season 6 concluded, Food Network viewers can revisit his seasoned techniques while monitoring the series release calendar for future barbecue guides and seasonal episode alert announcements.
| Watched? | # | Air Date | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jun 15, 2024 | A Few of My Favorite Things | |
| E2 | Jun 22, 2024 | Sherla's Southern Love | |
| E3 | Jun 29, 2024 | Dog Days of Summer | |
| E4 | Jul 06, 2024 | Glamping Gourmet | |
| E5 | Jul 13, 2024 | Lizzy Lemon | |
| E6 | Jul 20, 2024 | Salty Surprises and Sweet Delights | |
| E7 | Jul 27, 2024 | Aw Shucks! | |
| E8 | Aug 10, 2024 | Pork Sweats! | |
| E9 | Aug 17, 2024 | Sunrise Serenade | |
| E10 | Aug 24, 2024 | Pour, Sip and Savor | |
| E11 | Aug 31, 2024 | California Dreaming | |
| E12 | Sep 07, 2024 | Cheese the Day | |
| E13 | Sep 14, 2024 | Grill and Chill Cleveland Style | |
| E14 | Sep 21, 2024 | Turn Up the Heat |
Release Window: Late Spring to Early Summer
Symon's Dinners Cooking Out has maintained a steady Annual rhythm for 5 years, typically returning in May. Since its debut in 2020, the series has served as a seasonal anchor for Food Network, capitalizing on the transition into outdoor grilling weather. The production schedule has remained remarkably consistent, with Michael Symon filming from his own backyard to provide a personal and reliable viewing experience for fans every year.
The show's historical broadcast trajectory demonstrates a strong commitment to the second quarter of the fiscal year. By positioning premieres just before Memorial Day weekend, the network ensures the program remains a cornerstone of summer lifestyle programming. This predictable cadence has allowed the series to build a loyal following that anticipates its return as the definitive start to the culinary summer season.