Inside the Life of Food Network's Katie Lee Biegel: Juggling Chef, Mom, and Wine Connoisseur (Exclusive)

Katie Lee Biegel effortlessly juggles her roles as a professional chef, TV host, and mother of one. She enjoys unwinding with a glass of wine to help her relax after a busy day.

Not only is she the cohost of Food Network’s The Kitchen and the host of Cooking Channel’s Beach Bites with Katie Lee, but she has also appeared as the former host of Bravo’s Top Chef. In addition to her successful television career, Katie is a published author with titles such as The Comfort Table and The Comfort Table: Recipes for Everyday Occasions. She has also written It’s Complicated and Endless Summer cookbooks, as well as the novel Ground Swell in 2012.

Being a mom is what Biegel loves the most. Her favorite part of the day is cuddling in bed and watching cartoons with her 3-year-old daughter, Iris. They enjoy watching Paw Patrol together while she has her morning coffee.

Apart from being a mom, Biegel also enjoys focusing on fitness, shopping, and filming cooking videos for her Instagram. She finds her career skills helpful at home too. They usually have dinner with pasta she made earlier, chicken cutlets, guacamole, and a salad. After dinner, they have bath time and bedtime for Iris, followed by cleaning up the kitchen with her husband, Ryan.

After a long day, Biegel likes to unwind with her husband, whom she married in 2018. They enjoy a glass of wine together.

"Ryan and I usually have some wine, watch TV, and I wrap up my work on the computer," she shares with Us. "We call it a night and turn off the lights by 9:15!"

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‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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Food Network’s Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom With Ease — and Wine 

Katie Lee Biegel effortlessly juggles her roles as a professional chef, TV host, and mother to one child. She admits that she sometimes enjoys a glass of wine to unwind and relax after a busy day.

Not only is she known as the cohost of Food Network’s The Kitchen and the host of Cooking Channel’s Beach Bites with Katie Lee, but she has also been a former host on Bravo’s Top Chef. Biegel is also a published author, with her first cookbook, The Comfort Table, being released in 2008. Following its success, she published The Comfort Table: Recipes for Everyday Occasions a year later. Additionally, she has written the cookbooks It’s Complicated and Endless Summer, as well as the novel Ground Swell in 2012.

Biegel's favorite part of the day is cuddling in bed and watching cartoons with her 3-year-old daughter, Iris. They enjoy watching Paw Patrol together while she sips her coffee.

In addition to being a mom, Biegel also focuses on fitness, shopping, and filming cooking videos for her Instagram. Her career as a cook comes in handy at home, where she prepares dinner with pasta, chicken cutlets, guacamole, and salad. After dinner, she and her husband Ryan take care of bath and bedtime for Iris, and then clean up the kitchen.

Biegel enjoys winding down with her husband, who she married in 2018, by relaxing together. They like to have a glass of wine.

She shared, "Ryan and I unwind with wine, watch some TV, and I usually finish up any remaining work on my computer before calling it a night. We turn off the lights by 9:15!"

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‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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6:30 a.m.

Biegel starts her mornings in bed with her daughter, Iris, who she has with Ryan. "We enjoy watching Paw Patrol together while I drink my coffee," the Food Network star shares with Us. "It's the best part of my day because she's so affectionate."

‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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9:00 a.m.

In the morning, I start my day with a big fruit bowl for breakfast. Then, I head to S10 gym for a workout session with my trainer. It's always fun because my friend Nate Berkus, who is an interior designer, joins me sometimes. We end up goofing off more than actually exercising!

‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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10:30 a.m.

Biegel enjoys stopping by a local bodega to pick up some fresh flowers for creating beautiful arrangements. She explains, "Having fresh flowers around the house brings me joy and brings a calming atmosphere to every room."

‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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2:00 p.m.

Biegel is all set for the camera ("I like to use Revlon Illuminance Foundation and Super Lustrous lipstick in Whiskey Business," she shares) as she records cooking videos for Instagram. "It's a chilly day in NYC, and these recipes - Chicken Bolognese with Rigatoni, and Veggie Chili and Cornbread Pot Pie - are perfect for the weather. The whole house smells amazing."

‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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5:15 p.m.

Living with a chef definitely has its perks! Every evening, we get to enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by the chef, which includes pasta, chicken cutlets, guacamole, and a salad. After dinner, it's bath and bedtime for Iris, and then Ryan and I take care of cleaning up the kitchen.

‘The Kitchen’ Host Katie Lee Biegel Balances Life as a Professional Chef and Mom of 1 With Ease — and Wine

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7:30 p.m.

Biegel kicks back by pouring a glass of Kind of Wild’s Cabernet Sauvignon. “Ryan and I drink wine, watch TV and I finish up work on my computer,” she tells Us. “Lights out at 9:15!”

Editor's P/S:

Katie Lee Biegel's life is a testament to the power of balance and the joy of motherhood. As a professional chef, TV host, and author, she manages her busy career with grace while prioritizing the precious moments she spends with her daughter, Iris. Her love for her family shines through in her daily routine, from morning cuddles to bedtime rituals. Biegel's ability to juggle her responsibilities without sacrificing her own well-being is inspiring, and her emphasis on slowing down in the evenings to connect with her loved ones is a reminder that true fulfillment lies in the simple pleasures of life.

Biegel's journey also highlights the importance of self-care and the role it plays in maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. Her decision to unwind with a glass of wine at the end of the day is a personal choice that allows her to de-stress and relax. It's important to remember that self-care looks different for everyone, and it's about finding what works best for you to recharge and rejuvenate. Biegel's example encourages us to prioritize our own well-being and to make time for activities that bring us joy and relaxation.