(27 June 2007 6:04 pm)

MUMBAI: Voom HD Networks, Singapore's Mega Media and Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) have announced the launch of Appetizing Adventures with Luke Mangan, the latest high-definition (HD) project arising from the companies' on-going HD co-production collaboration.

The new series will take Australian chef Luke Mangan on an exotic culinary road trip throughout Asia as he seeks inspiration for new dishes for his restaurants in Sydney, Tokyo and San Francisco.

Currently in production, the show is slated to premiere in late 2007 on Voom HD Networks' ultra HD channel, followed by distribution throughout the world.

Ultra HD VP programming Elizabeth Dewey said, "This series offers an excellent opportunity for us to expand our entertainment driven, visually stunning programming line-up. We are thrilled to be adding Luke Mangan's expertise and energy to the channel and delighted to be producing again with Mega Media and MDA."

MDA CEO Christopher Chia said, "This latest series gives us the opportunity to share Asia's wonderful cultural treats with the world, not just through food and sightseeing but also through the customs that Chef Mangan experiences along the way. The series adds to the growing portfolio of entertaining made-by-Singapore HD programmes."

Singapore's Mega Media MD Jonathan Foo said, "The series we're developing will tempt the palettes of viewers the world over, as the magic of HD virtually transports them right into the kitchens of Asia's top restaurants, eateries, cafés and markets."