You already know that your favorite Asian fusion guru can be seen regularly on public television, but to celebrate his eighth season (a lucky number in Chinese culture) Ming Tsai will bring on a bunch of his talented Boston buddies to cook alongside him on Simply Ming. Make sure to set your DVRs when the new season premieres on Saturday, October 9th and keep your eyes peeled for appearances by Rialto‘s Jody Adams (a Top Chef Masters alum), Joanne Chang of Myers + Chang and Flour bakery, Hungry Mother‘s Barry Maiden, Daniel Bruce of Meritage and Rowes Wharf Sea Grille and Jason Santos of Gargoyles (a Hell’s Kitchen finalist). Make sure to check your local listings for exact times and dates.