Channel 5 has commissioned a new CG-animated series called "Shane the Chef" for its Milkshake strand. 

Produced by children’s production and rights company Hoho Entertainment (Cloudbabies," "Abadas") the new 52 x 11 series aimed at preschoolers is set to air in spring 2017.

Ambitious and energetic chef Shane and his young daughter Izzy run a restaurant in the town of Munchington. Every day is a recipe for adventure for Shane and Izzy, with each episode focusing on Shane's high-energy exploits and passion for food.

"Children are just beginning to discover a real interest in what they eat at this age and can learn about all aspects of their food while having fun with Shane and Izzy," says Oliver Ellis, joint managing director, HoHo Entertainment. "Because Shane's a chef, the series naturally has food at its core and, therefore, encourages greater food knowledge and promotes healthy eating with the audience."