The channel is owned by Scripps Networks Interactive , is a spinoff ( in association ) of Food Network , also owned by SNI , but the channel will focus more on instructional programs than `` reality style '' and programming competions that Food Network is now geared towards . Cooking Channel is a television specialty channel that airs recurring ( episodic ) programs about food and cooking , owned by Scripps Networks Interactive . It is a spinoff ( in essence ) of Food Network , also owned by SNI , but focuses more on instructional shows rather than `` reality style '' and contest programming that Food Network is now geared towards .