Two Gusto TV Programs Nominated for Five TASTE Awards

OTTAWA, CA | January 5, 2026 — Gusto TV has received multiple nominations from the 17th Annual TASTE AWARDS, recognizing excellence across food television, reality programming, and new series categories.

Gusto TV earned General Category nominations in several fields, including Best Food Program – Television, Best Reality Series, and Best New Series, with standout recognition for its original series Cook the Books and Bring on the Karbs.

In addition, Gusto TV secured Viewer’s Choice Award nominations, including Best Single Topic Series presented by Gowan’s Cider and Best Multi Camera Production, both for Cook the Books. Viewer’s Choice winners will be determined by public vote and announced at the official TASTE AWARDS ceremony.

“It takes a talented group of creative people to bring a television show to life,” said Chris Knight, President & CEO of Gusto Worldwide Media. “Being recognized by the TASTE AWARDS is a testament to how hardworking and committed our team truly is. A special round of applause also goes to our exceptional hosts, Shahir Massoud, Josh Karbelnik and Erica Karbelnik — congratulations to all!”

The TASTE AWARDS, often referred to as “The Oscars of Food, Fashion, and Lifestyle Media,” celebrate the year’s most exceptional achievements in lifestyle entertainment across television, film, streaming, and digital platforms.

All winners, honorees, and inductees will receive their awards at the ceremony in Beverly Hills on March 7, 2026.

The full list of nominees and winners is available at thetasteawards.com.

Please vote for Cook the Books under Best Single Topic Series and Best Multi Camera Production.

About Gusto TV
Gusto TV is an international food channel with exceptional production values and sophisticated storytelling. With hundreds of hours of proprietary content, Gusto TV offers a culturally diverse lineup that is a feast for the eyes and connects emotionally with viewers. Gusto TV’s award-winning titles are available in English and Spanish across 160+ countries on 40+ platforms. Visit the Where to Watch page to explore Gusto TV’s delicious culinary programming.

Food is the one true global language — and Gusto TV speaks all dialects.

About Bring on the Karbs
Bring on the Karbs is a Gusto TV original series hosted by real-life husband-and-wife chefs Erica and Josh Karbelnik. The show celebrates food as the language of love, whether the duo is collaborating on themed menus or facing off in playful, head-to-head cooking challenges — with delicious results every time.

About Cook the Books
Cook the Books is an original Gusto TV series celebrating award-winning cookbooks. In each episode, veteran Gusto TV host and cookbook enthusiast Shahir Massoud recreates and explores standout recipes from some of today’s most flavorful and inspiring cookbooks.