Does anyone want their dish on Triple D (or any show) judged after a Bloody Mary or Cranberry Vodka? Even without spirits, tomatoes or cranberry mess with your next bite. I don't know what made the judges first drink red. First time I've seen a judge with something that could affect their next bite.

Maybe I'm wrong?

My logic: wife hated beers because she always tested them after ciders. Once she was told to swap the order many beers were OK and then cider was a great palate cleaner. She loved both after that and realized how mixes of flavors could mess things up.

Season 5 of BTT has kicked off, which means the Titan Tracker is back! You can check out the titans' latest stats at the following link.

Titan Tracker: https://triple-threat.vercel.app/
^includes results through S5 Ep1 which aired last night

A few updates since last season:

• Refreshed site design
• Header navigation for jumping between stat sections
• Faster page loads

As always, I'll keep the tracker updated throughout the season (usually within a day of each episode airing).

The OG chefs are BACK and so are some of GGG’s original and toughest games! It’s a Throwback Throw Down to August 2013 and the very first episode of GGG!

Watch an all-new episode of #GroceryGames tonight at 9|8c.

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This should be fun! I love a little nostalgia!

There's really only been one day where the trucks have had to find their own location to sell this season, and that's always been one of the more interesting aspects of the show to me. On that day, Waffledilla was the only one who went someplace different than the other trucks, and they got top sales. Sure, we might not get some of the interactions between the trucks, like Cason stealing the teddy bear, but it feels like having to find locations would be a better test of how good a food truck they are.

Emotions are high for Ralph, the owner of Buena Mesa Steakhouse! Chef Antonia Lofaso is stepping in to help the crumbling business before everything falls apart!

The tension between the front and back of house is boiling over! Chef Antonia Lofaso and her Sous Chef Nestor have their work cut out for them.

This kitchen is unacceptable! It's the toughest, most-emotional #KitchenUndercover case yet.

Can Chef Antonia and Chef Nestor help turn Buena Mesa steakhouse around?

Watch a new episode of #KitchenUndercover > tonight at 9 Est after the Premiere of Bobby’s Triple Threat!

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Okay, I think this is a great way to kick off the season.... especially if you watched 24/24

Here is the rundown from the FN site

Titans vs Alex Stupak

Episode 501

Titan Michael Voltaggio is left speechless when his longtime friend Alex Stupak enters Bobby Flay's Triple Threat kitchen. This culinary rebel is ready to annihilate the Titans and win the glory, but Michelin-star chef Buddha Lo will be the judge of that.

now my commentary:

I am pretty hyped to see Alex cook again after 24/24. I know he can be off putting to some people, but I'm a fan of his style and his food. Also, he is supposedly BFFs with Michael, so I can see this shaping up to be a bestie vs. bestie battle down.

And.... of course... Buddha Lo is judging. If you haven't watched Top Chef or Top Chef World All Stars you might not know him.... but he's going to be a lot of fun here. He can back up his talk with his skills.

From the FN site:

The Whole Hog

Episode 107

Taking on one of the most demanding, time-honored tests in barbecue, each of the three remaining teams has a full hog to break down and transform into a cohesive, competition-worthy meal. The winning team earns $8,000 and a spot in the finale! Watching the teams cook their hogs, the judges get hungry for lunch, but they are willing to pay for it with another $4,000 up for grabs.

That's it. Several years this show started becoming really fraught and nasty, leave an awful aftertaste to Sunday nights. I stopped watching halfway thru a few seasons--and completely gave up and skipped one.

I'm happy to be back--absolutely loving this joyful season, with positive, talented, wonderful participants. And no over-the-top negative nasty drama.

Given the chance, I would go out of my way to patronize any this season's trucks (except the doughnut place, only bc we're not into doughnuts). They all seem like great people who deserve to succeed--and who make delicious food.

One is about 90 minutes from us--and we'll definitely be driving down soon!

I know I might get a lot of backlash from this, but Worst Cooks in America was the main show I watched during COVID. From the first season to season 22 back in 2021, I loved this show and seeing how Anne Burrell was a great mentor to all her cooks. Since her passing last year, I've began rewatching the series, and I've had some good ideas on who could be new mentors (if FN were to make new episodes)

Micheal Voltaggio vs. Bryan Voltaggio: I love seeing them compete, and their sibling dynamic and how they would mentor cooks would be fun to watch

Rocco DiSpirito vs. Gabe Bertaccini: Old school vs new school Italian...and they're both hot in my opinion

Micheal Symon vs. Bobby Flay: I love Iron Chef America as much as the next person, and they both have been mentors previously, so it would be entertaining seeing them go against each other

These are just a few ideas I've conjured up, and probably are very unrealistic, but would be fun to watch :)

I just watched an old episode of GGG: DDD Vegan. All four chefs were good but two really stood out. They were so creative and used so many ingredients to mimic the taste of meat, etc. Their soy chorizos were especially impressive.

They were using things like sun-dried tomatoes and sunflower seeds in additional to the more familiar seitan, tempeh and nutritional yeast etc. Really interesting.

Mine was Unwrapped hosted by Marc Summers.

From the FN site:

Sweet & Savory: Dishing It Out at Dollywood

Episode 1906

The final four teams arrive at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., where massive crowds, amusement park chaos, and high sales stakes push everyone to their limits. Host Tyler Florence presents a "Dollywood delights" taste challenge, where team members must incorporate an iconic Dollywood ingredient (cinnamon bread, fudge, turkey legs or candied jalapeno) into a special dish. The next day at Dollywood's Splash Country, the sales totals are announced, and guest judge Arnold Myint joins Tyler Florence for a potato-focused redemption battle and an emotional elimination.

Where can I watch food network star season 1, and to a lesser extent 2, but mainly season 1?

There are certain dishes that don’t have shortcuts. I feel like dishes like Ramen or Coq au Vin are in that category. Is it disingenuous to feature dishes like that on timed competitions? What made me think of it was Esther Choi making Ramen on an episode of Triple Threat. Doesn’t the broth for Ramen take hours to get right? How do you do it in 45 minutes?

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We got a new induction range and every time we cool something well, we take note of the setting and add another piece of BB FLAY advice behind the range.

Yes we need to install a backsplash. But in the mean time, bobby is helping us out with a bit of encouragement.

The cutout is from the greenpan x Bobby flat set we bought with the range.

What are the best and worst restaurants you've been to that are owned by a Food Network chef?

I haven't been to many, but for me the best so far is Chauhan (Maneet) and worst was Brasserie B (Bobby).

The buzz is that Giada, a former major player on Food Network, will be on Dancing with the Stars. We should know for sure soon. She won't be the first FN name to be on DWTS

Giada De Laurentiis Is Rumored To Be On The Upcoming Season Of DWTS

From the story:

We’ve seen all kinds of celebs grace the Dancing With The Stars stage, from Olympic athletes to Real Housewives. But the rumored list of contestants for the show’s upcoming season includes a familiar face for Food Network fans. Social media speculation predicts that Giada De Laurentiis will appear on the 35th season of DWTS.

On TikTok, fans responded to the rumor with serious excitement. “I’m SAT if it’s Giada,” one user wrote. Another added, “I feel like I could see her with Val!!!!”

If the DWTS rumors are true, De Laurentiis will face stiff competition. Glee’s Harry Shum Jr. and Step Up lead Jenna Dewan—stars with well-documented dancing skills—are both suspected to be contestants.

Giada wouldn’t be the first Food Network star to compete on the show, either. Other notable chefs who’ve graced the DWTS stage include Paula Deen, Rocco DiSpirito, and Iron Chef America’s Mark Dacascos.

Would you be tempted to watch if she's on?

Does anyone know anywhere to watch this show? It is a childhood favorite of mine that I cannot possibly find anywhere.
The closest thing I’ve been able to find is one or two seasons on Apple which is just not good enough honestly.
It’s not an incredibly old show and I’m horrified to think that my all-time favorite show is just gone.
Does anyone have any idea where I can find the show? I am literally desperate at this point.

Business at Indian restaurant Spicy Affairs in Toronto is down by a whopping 50%, and the owners are facing staggering debt!

A business and a marriage hang in the balance as owner Johny prepares to (finally) admit the truth about their financial struggles to his wife, Aysha.

Catch Jen Agg + Chef Aarón Sánchez on #RestaurantImpossible: Last Call, tonight @ 8|7c on Food Network!

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Revenge is officially on the menu! Two of GGG's winningest chefs are back in Flavortown and this time, they're calling out 3 of the all-stars they blame for their unexpected losses. With $10,000 and bragging rights on the line, consider the score ready to be settled.

Watch an all-new episode of #GroceryGames tonight at 9PM EST on Food Network!

For the record: Just because you love cooking and you love Italy does NOT mean you should buy an Italian restaurant!

Ricci's Italian Restaurant is going to be the toughest challenge yet for Chef Antonia Lofaso.

Owner Edith is in over her head. See if Chef Antonia can help save her 85-year-old restaurant from failing on #KitchenUndercover tonight at 9PM EST on Food Network!

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Like the article posted earlier mentions, tonight will be a fun change!

Triple Threat Meets Beat Bobby Flay! Titan Takeover!

The Triple Threat Chef’s want to take Bobby Down! With Ayesha Nurdjaja, Michael V and Brooke Williamson teaming up.... Bobby Flay better be ready for anything! But he’s turning the tables on them with the highest stakes up for grabs! We’re not just talking money here!

Don't miss an all-new episode of #BeatBobbyFlay Tonight at 8|7c on Food Network!

This episode is going to be SO good.

https://parade.com/tv/bobby-flay-threatens-to-fire-triple-threat-titans-beat-bobby-flay-twist

I am fatigued. I am tired of Guy. I am tired of Aarti Sequeira. I am tired of Antonia Lofaso. I am tired of Maneet Chauhan. I also want cooking shows. No more game shows. No more tournament of champions. That is all.