Food Network Star
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Season 14
The Newest Star
Episode 9 - 8-05-2018
42m
The pilots are in, and Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay determine the fates of the three finalists. Watch what happens behind the scenes and find out who will join the Food Network family and become a Food Network Star!
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Who Gets a Pilot?
Episode 8 - 7-29-2018
42m
A previously eliminated competitor re-enters the competition thanks to a win on "Star Salvation"; eliminated finalists serve as sous chefs in the battle to determine which three competitors will get a chance to shoot their own pilot.
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Can You Host an Icon
Episode 7 - 7-22-2018
The competition is down to the final four, and it’s time to see if the finalists can handle the rigors of live television. Each finalist must make a “share-worthy” dish live on Food Network’s Facebook page, and their demo is put to the test when special guest Anne Burrell is revealed as the on-camera talent. The finalists have to act as producers, guiding Anne through the demo using a wireless earpiece. The pressure continues to escalate when each finalist hosts their own live “in the kitchen” show with a special guest who’s familiar with the format … Food Network’s Ree Drummond! Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay decide which finalists best handle these pressure-packed challenges and earn a spot in the final three.
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Shark Night Dinner
Episode 6 - 7-15-2018
In the first challenge, the remaining finalists update their family favorites with a culinary twist; the finalists then head to the aquarium to cater a five-course, VIP dinner in celebration of the 20th anniversary of Shark Night.
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Take This Title and Run With It
Episode 5 - 7-08-2018
42m
The six finalists whip up dishes inspired by characters from the movie "Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation"; special guest Fran Drescher, who voices the character Eunice in the film, joins Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay at the judging table.
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Panic on the Panel
Episode 4 - 7-01-2018
The tables are turned on the contestants when they learn they must judge themselves; People magazine editor-in-chief Jess Cagle splits the finalists into two teams to judge and evaluate mentors Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis on their own dishes.
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Summer Bite Bash
Episode 3 - 6-24-2018
42m
The remaining finalists think they’re cooking solo at an exclusive private event for foodies and tastemakers, but en route to their destination, Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay reveal a twist — they’ll be cooking and presenting in teams. When they arrive, each team discovers their event theme, ingredients and decor in the trunk of their vehicle. They must pull together an international-themed party and team demo for the crowd, which includes Bobby, Giada and guest judge Tyler Florence, with one finalist eliminated at the end of the day.
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Destination Videos
Episode 2 - 6-17-2018
42m
The remaining finalists team up to create food podcasts about colorful snacks; Bobby Flay, Giada De Laurentiis and guest judge Richard Blais listen and decide whose voices paint the prettiest picture.
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Are You a Main Attraction?
Episode 1 - 6-10-2018
42m
Ten "Food Network Star" hopefuls are greeted by Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay to kick off the competition; each finalist must create a portable version of their signature dish.
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Season 13
The Newest Food Network Star
Episode 11 - 8-13-2017
It all comes down to the final week, as Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay watch the Food Network pilots for the three finalists. Watch what happens behind the scenes of Food Network Star, and then find out who joins the Food Network family and is crowned the newest Food Network star!
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Who Wants A Pilot
Episode 10 - 8-06-2017
42m
The three remaining finalists are in for a shock when they learn that a previously eliminated finalist is reentering the competition after winning Star Salvation. With the help of former finalists, the last four competitors must cook the dish of their lives for the privilege of making a pilot. Former Food Network Star winner Eddie Jackson is back to help select the three finalists, who then shoot pilots directed by none other than Guy Fieri!
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Game Day Special
Episode 9 - 7-30-2017
42m
The four remaining finalists try their hand at reporting live on location by visiting popular food trucks while Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and special guest Sabin Lomac watch from the studio. Then, it's time for each finalist to partake in their own segment of a special called "Up Your Game (Day)," performing a demo of a special game-day dish while also tackling surprises along the way. ESPN's Jemele Hill and special guest Jaymee Sire watch the special with Bobby and Giada to help decide which finalist goes down in defeat.
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Cooking Goes Live!
Episode 8 - 7-23-2017
42m
The finalists must try their hand at something big, taking their inspiration from Josh Denny and his hit Food Network show, Ginormous Food. Then, it's time for the up-to-the-minute trend of live cooking while streaming on social media. Each finalist streams their take on a start-to-finish 15-minute weeknight meal while viewers cook along. Surprise guest Alex Guarnaschelli provides feedback on the finalists' performances as Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay send one more finalist on their way.
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Beat Bobby Flay
Episode 7 - 7-16-2017
42m
The finalists take on the hit Food Network show, Beat Bobby Flay! In the first round of cooking, the finalists go head-to-head to determine who will take on the master himself, Bobby Flay, in round two. Anyone who can beat Bobby is safe from elimination, but those who are not up to the challenge may lose their spot in the competition. Special guest Anne Burrell helps determine which finalist will not be moving on.
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Summer Party Playoffs
Episode 6 - 7-09-2017
42m
It's halfway through the competition, so it's time for midterms! Each of the remaining seven finalists must make their best potato dish and overcome the one thing in the competition that has been holding them back. Then it's time to celebrate summer with Tiffani Thiessen, who helps Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay judge the finalists' efforts as they each host a summer social gathering for a crowd of people in a park.
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Sunny's Kitchen Hacks
Episode 5 - 7-02-2017
42m
First, the finalists pair up and take on a typical shopping budget problem while creating an Instagram Story about their shopping trip, with special guest Hannah Hart helping Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay judge their efforts. Then it's time for Sunny Anderson to hit the Food Network Star kitchen, bringing several of her favorite problem-solving segments from The Kitchen for the finalists to perform in front of a studio audience.
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Glamping
Episode 4 - 6-25-2017
42m
The remaining finalists are divided into teams and sent into the wilderness. When they arrive at a campsite, they must use whatever camping food is in the back of their cars to create a "glamping" meal. Each team will present their dishes to Giada De Laurentiis, along with guests Melissa d'Arabian and Andrew Zimmern, who will decide which finalist successfully elevated camping food to glamping dishes and gave the best tips for working with wilderness fare.
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All-Terrain Eats
Episode 3 - 6-18-2017
42m
The ten remaining finalists divide into two teams, with each team creating a five-course menu for an experiential restaurant. Diners will experience a completely different environment for each course, such as an appetizer in the jungle and a main course in the desert. Each finalist must also make a video menu describing their dish for the diners, who will select which one they want to taste. Special guest Tyler Florence dines with Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay and helps decide which finalist is sent home.
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Beauty and the Beast
Episode 2 - 6-11-2017
42m
The finalists host a party celebrating Disney's live-action feature Beauty and the Beast. The finalists are divided into three teams, with each team drawing inspiration from one of the iconic rooms of the castle to decorate a serving station and cook up a dish before presenting to a ballroom full of party guests. Special guest Sandra Lee attends the event with Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay to help pick a winning team, then two finalists from the losing team are sent home.
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Auditions
Episode 1 - 6-04-2017
42m
Twelve Food Network Star hopefuls arrive at the beautiful and historic Orpheum Theater in downtown Los Angeles, hoping for their big break. Upon their arrival, Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay greet them with some troubling news: they have to pass one more big audition before they will officially be considered finalists. But that’s not all, there is one more person joining the competition, and that’s the winner of Food Network Star: Comeback Kitchen. Special guests Robert Irvine and Monti Carlo help Giada and Bobby decide who will be the first competitor sent home.
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Season 12
A New Food Network Star
Episode 11 - 7-31-2016
42m
After 10 grueling weeks of the toughest challenges on television, the final three watch their pilots with Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay. One winner is selected and will go on to shoot their very own show on Food Network!
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Pushing for a Pilot
Episode 10 - 7-24-2016
42m
It's down to three finalists, but there's a surprise in store when an eliminated contestant reenters the competition after winning Star Salvation on FoodNetwork.com. The final four then battle it out with former finalists helping as their sous chefs. Food Network Star winner Aarti Sequeria joins to help select the final three to shoot pilots, which they then film with help from another winner: Guy Fieri!
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Food Holiday Fray
Episode 9 - 7-17-2016
42m
For the next challenge, the finalists are each assigned a different holiday party -- St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mardi Gras, New Year's Eve, or Easter -- and take turns planning and hosting their own holiday special. Tia Mowry and Donal Skehan, hosts of Food Network Star Kids, are on hand to help Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay taste the food and judge the holiday specials.
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Guilty Pleasures Dinner
Episode 8 - 7-10-2016
42m
The finalists join forces to create a five-course meal composed of nothing but indulgent, over-the-top, guilty pleasure dishes. Each finalist gives a presentation of their course, describing their unique take on the dish and all its guilty glory to Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, and guest judges Alex Guarnaschelli and Trisha Yearwood.
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Tiki Takeover
Episode 7 - 7-03-2016
42m
First, special guest judge Lorraine Pascale helps Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay determine the best dish made from frozen foods. Then, it's time for one of the most festive trends -- a tiki party! In teams of three, the finalists create an island-inspired menu, then take the stage for a team food demo to a crowd of party-goers. Anne Burrell joins as guest judge to help pick the best tiki team.
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Good Mythical Morning
Episode 6 - 6-26-2016
42m
Duff Goldman joins Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay as the finalists take their culinary prowess to new levels with "edible art." Then, Rhett and Link, hosts of the wildly popular YouTube channel "Good Mythical Morning," challenge the finalists to take a spin as a guest on their show. Each finalist participates in their very own "Will It?" segment, pairing unlikely ingredients and asking questions like "Will It Jell-O?" and "Will It Cookie?"
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Motorsports Tailgating
Episode 5 - 6-19-2016
42m
Chef Robert Irvine shows his love of NASCAR and the inevitable tailgating that comes along with it as he challenges the finalists to create a dish worthy of a world-class tailgate party! Then, Robert and fellow guest judge Katie Lee help Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay decide who is sent home.
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Room Service Revenge
Episode 4 - 6-12-2016
42m
First, the finalists try their hand at delivering a trendy remote food report for Entertainment Tonight hosts Kevin Frazier and Nancy O'Dell. Then, as the finalists take over the kitchen in an upscale hotel and prepare a special tableside dining experience, they are tested on how well they can handle curveballs thrown at them by YouTube sensation Hannah Hart and Modern Family's Jesse Tyler Ferguson.
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Show Promos
Episode 3 - 6-05-2016
42m
The finalists pair up to shoot a promo for their version of a show called "Family Road Trip!" Whether their destination is camping, the state fair or even Grandma's house, their promo and dishes had better impress Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and the guest judges, Food Network Magazine's Editor-in-Chief Maile Carpenter and actress Ali Larter!
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Mash-Up Throwdown
Episode 2 - 5-29-2016
42m
Cooking Channel’s Haylie Duff and Rev Run join as guest judges, and first, Haylie helps Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay determine which pair of competitors should earn an advantage based on their culinary travelogue report. Then, Rev Run challenges the finalists to mash up two different cooking styles into one dish and compete in the food world equivalent of a rap battle! In a surprise twist, two finalists are sent packing.
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Cinematic Debut!
Episode 1 - 5-22-2016
42m
The finalists shoot 30-second screen tests to explain what they are all about, which are then screened at a VIP event in Los Angeles in front of a Hollywood crowd. Mentors Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay surprise the finalists when an eliminated contestant from a previous season also joins the competition, then Valerie Bertinelli and Tyler Florence help decide who will be the first to be sent home.
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Season 11
We Have a Winner
Episode 11 - 8-16-2015
43m
The final three are joined by the nine eliminated Finalists to view their pilots, along with Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, Susie Fogelson and Bob Tuschman. After the screening, the Selection Committee deliberates, and Brooke Johnson, president of Food Network, announces the winner of Food Network Star!
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Dish of a Lifetime and Pilots
Episode 10 - 8-09-2015
43m
The winner of Star Salvation rejoins the competition, and the remaining four Finalists each choose a sous chef from the eliminated contestants to help them cook the best dish of their lives. Following their presentations, Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, Susie Fogelson and Bob Tuschman will determine which three Finalists will get to film pilots directed by special guest Rachael Ray.
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Live TV
Episode 9 - 8-02-2015
43m
In this week's challenges, the Finalists learn that there are no second takes in live TV. After cooking and demoing a dish based on an assigned theme, the Finalists cook a dish and host their own segment of a live ensemble show. The Kitchen's Jeff Mauro and Katie Lee assist Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay in determining which Finalist had the worst performance.
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Lifestyle Brand
Episode 8 - 7-26-2015
43m
With a focus on their lifestyle brands, the Finalists first create and present a dish that a home cook can prepare in 30 to 45 minutes. Then, they cook and film a video for a dish that reflects a holiday through their culinary point of view. Damaris Phillips serves as guest director for their video presentations, and then joins Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, Susie Fogelson and Bob Tuschman at the judging table.
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Food Truck Throwdown
Episode 7 - 7-19-2015
43m
In their first challenge, the Finalists create and present a portable version of their favorite brunch dish to Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay. Then, guest judge Richard Blais pairs the Finalists into teams, who create a social media promo video for their own food trucks. These videos will be shown to food truck enthusiasts, who will get food from the truck they most want to taste.
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Improv
Episode 6 - 7-12-2015
43m
In the Mentor Challenge, the Finalists are tasked with creating and presenting an enticing pizza with kicked-up flavors for Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, and guest judges Duff Goldman and Darin Harris, CEO of CiCi's Pizza. In the Star Challenge, Bobby and guest David Alan Grier randomly assign each Finalist several criteria for their dishes, which they'll present in a demo for a crowd filled with food and comedy fans. Susie Fogelson and Bob Tuschman assist Giada and Bobby in eliminating the least successful Finalist.
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The Perfect Match
Episode 5 - 7-05-2015
43m
In the Mentor Challenge, the Finalists' favorite ingredients are swapped with that of another Finalist for a dish they prepare for Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay. Then, they arrive at Patina Restaurant in downtown Los Angeles where they are paired up to collaborate on a dish that blends their culinary styles, presenting that dish to first-time daters from Match. Anne Burrell and Joachim Splichal, Master Chef of Patina Group, join Giada and Bobby at the judging table.
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4th of July Cookout
Episode 4 - 6-28-2015
43m
The Finalists are split into teams of three, tasked with creating and presenting a cohesive menu to a crowd of hungry families at a 4th of July cookout. Guest judge Bobby Deen joins Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay to determine which team is safe, and which Finalist will be sent home.
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Trendy Dinner
Episode 3 - 6-21-2015
43m
It's all about keeping up with the latest food trends when the Finalists first create and photograph their own version of tiny foods, and then create a five-course meal where each course corresponds to a buzzword. The Kitchen's Sunny Anderson and Geoffrey Zakarian join Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay to decide which Finalist failed to trend.
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Savory Baking
Episode 2 - 6-14-2015
43m
The Finalists are tested on their adaptability in the two challenges today. First, they create inspiring dishes using leftovers, which they present to Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and guest judge Melissa d'Arabian. Then, they serve and present a savory dish inspired by the world of desserts to five of the country's finest pastry chefs. Guest Judge Alex Guarnaschelli will help Giada and Bobby determine which Finalist will be going home.
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Food Star Food Festival
Episode 1 - 6-07-2015
43m
The 12 Food Network Star Finalists hit Los Angeles running, tasked with making an introductory video for the food festival being held the following day, where they will serve their signature dish. Along with Mentors Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay, their dishes and presentations will be judged by Food Network executives Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson, joined by People Magazine's JD Heyman.
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Season 10
A Food Star Is Born
Episode 11 - 8-10-2014
42m
The winner is revealed during the Season 10 finale, which also includes a tell-all reunion between the contestants and never-before-seen footage. In addition, Bobby, Alton and Giada are on hand to share their favorite moments.
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Promos and Pilots
Episode 10 - 8-03-2014
43m
Giada and Alton coach the final four contestants as they shoot promos for potential Food Network shows. After seeing the results, Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson decide who will leave the competition, while the others go on to make pilots.
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Rachael Ray Show
Episode 9 - 7-27-2014
43m
The five remaining contestants visit Food Network headquarters in New York City, where they learn they will be doing "live" reports from a nearby restaurant or shop. After completing the assignment, Rachael Ray invites everyone to her show.
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One-of-a-Kind Experience
Episode 8 - 7-20-2014
43m
The contestants visit restaurants that offer one-of-a-kind dining experiences in Las Vegas, and then are split into teams of three and tasked with serving high-profile guests a unique multi-course meal.
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Vegas Pool Party
Episode 7 - 7-13-2014
43m
The contestants are whisked away to "Caesar's Palace" in Las Vegas, where they take part in a challenge with a buffet theme. Later, they create small dishes to serve at a pool party.
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Product Commercial
Episode 6 - 7-06-2014
42m
The finalists are tasked with creating products that are representative of their culinary point of view. After receiving feedback from the mentors, commercials are made in an unconventional setting.
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Live Demo at Knott's Berry Farm
Episode 5 - 6-29-2014
43m
The contestants visit Knott's Berry Farm amusement park in Buena Park, California, where they are tasked with performing a food demo before hundreds of attendees.
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Internet Marketing Video
Episode 4 - 6-22-2014
43m
The finalists set out to prove their social-media savvy when they create behind-the-scenes selfies in the Food Network Star Kitchen; and later, they are tasked with making marketing videos for a Hershey's candy product.
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Cutthroat Food Star
Episode 3 - 6-15-2014
43m
Sabotage is on the menu when the remaining finalists are split into two teams of five for a challenge, inspired by the TV show, "Cutthroat Kitchen".
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Please Try This at Home
Episode 2 - 6-08-2014
43m
Alton Brown asks the finalists to teach him a recipe; and later, they must demonstrate a dish of their choosing to the home viewer who, in this case, is chef Alex Guarnaschelli.
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Hollywood Calling!
Episode 1 - 6-01-2014
43m
Twelve hopefuls arrive in L. A. to compete for their own Food Network show.
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Season 9
America Picks a Star
Episode 11 - 8-11-2013
43m
The Season 9 winner is revealed during a reunion show featuring never-before-seen footage and reflections from the competitors and mentors.
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Network Pitch
Episode 10 - 8-04-2013
43m
The four finalists pitch their ideas for a show to Food Network executives Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson, who choose three of the concepts to be made into pilots directed by Guy Fieri.
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Menu: Impossible
Episode 9 - 7-28-2013
43m
Robert Irvine issues a challenge to the remaining contestants, asking them to rework outdated dishes on a restaurant's menu.
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Food Stories From The Road
Episode 8 - 7-21-2013
43m
The finalists are divided into teams to film a three minute "food story show" about a pizza joint and a donut shop. Guest judges from The Hollywood Reporter screen and critique the shows, and the least successful team lands in the bottom three.
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Star Charity Auction
Episode 7 - 7-14-2013
43m
The finalists must use an unusual ingredient to create a dish which they will then auction to a roomful of adventurous eaters.
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Product Pitch
Episode 6 - 7-07-2013
42m
Food Network Stars need to communicate big ideas quickly, so this week, each finalist will have to come up with a product representing their unique brand and culinary style and then create, package and pitch the product to a tough panel of successful food executives from Target, Kellogg's and Kraft. The selection committee will decide who did best overall, and who will go home.
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4th of July Live
Episode 5 - 6-30-2013
43m
Food Network Stars often participate in live TV events where they're required to think on their feet and react to any situation thrown at them. Special guest, Terrence Jenkins, from E! News, will host our finalists as they do live cooking demos — with some curveballs. Then the finalists participate in "4th of July Live," a one-take interactive show that helps the viewers at home with must-have recipes and tips for summer parties.
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Big Screen Bites
Episode 4 - 6-23-2013
43m
This week, the finalists will compete at a one of these extravagant cinemas. Paired into teams of three, they will have to create a menu and a movie trailer for a focus group of movie enthusiasts.
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A Star Is Chopped
Episode 3 - 6-16-2013
42m
The remaining contestants are given an exotic ingredient and must be able to use their palate to identify and present what it is; the top two winners earn a seat at the judge's table.
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Burger Bash
Episode 2 - 6-09-2013
43m
The contestants are tasked with creating the ultimate burger and presenting it to 100 burger enthusiasts.
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Are You Ready For Prime Time?
Episode 1 - 6-02-2013
43m
12 hopefuls compete to host their own Food Network show. Each films a pitch tape and prepares one dish. Bob Tuschman, Susie Fogelson, and a focus group of Food Network viewers decide who will go on.
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Season 8
The eighth season of the American reality television series Food Network Star premiered Sunday, May 13, 2012 and consisted of 11 episodes. The format for the eighth season changed to three 5-member teams, each coached by a Food Network host — Alton Brown, Bobby Flay, or Giada De Laurentiis. The members of each team were also announced on the Food Network website. Also this season, viewers have the opportunity to follow the show or their favorite team on Twitter.Finale: A Star is Born
Episode 11 - 7-22-2012
43m
The final three are joined by their families and the winner is revealed.
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Pilot Greenlights
Episode 10 - 7-15-2012
43m
The finalists star in promos; four make the cut.
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Deliciously Unpredictable Demos
Episode 9 - 7-08-2012
43m
The 7 remaining contestants are challenged to do a three-minute live cooking demo at the South Beach Wine Food Festival. They must create their signature dish and demo one step of it to a live audience and the Selection Committee. There is a twist, however; each demo is set up to have some sort of problem meant to test the contestants' main weaknesses. The bottom two people will be up for elimination.
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Deen Family Beach Party
Episode 8 - 7-01-2012
43m
The remaining eight go to the Miami South Beach Wine & Food Festival, where Paula Deen is hosting a summer beach party, to cook up the meal. Each chef creates a sophisticated adult dish and a kid-friendly version.
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Meet the Press-Ure
Episode 7 - 6-24-2012
43m
Nine hopefuls remain, and they're tested on how well they can handle themselves under pressure. First, they film their own promotional videos with no help from their producers. Then, a panel of journalists grills each of them, asking tough questions about their techniques, their personal backgrounds and the show they want to bring to the Food Network.
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Iron Chef Food Court
Episode 6 - 6-17-2012
43m
Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian challenges the 10 remaining hopefuls to feed 150 hungry shoppers in a food-court challenge that requires them to cook in a kiosk and incorporate a surprise mystery ingredient into their dishes.
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Guy Live
Episode 5 - 6-10-2012
1h 3m
The hopefuls film TV specials based on holidays or special events, with Season 2 winner Guy Fieri providing feedback.
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Fashion Week Food Makeover
Episode 4 - 6-03-2012
43m
Bland dishes receive makeovers during New York Fashion Week. Ted Allen is a guest judge.
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Dessert Chopping Block
Episode 3 - 5-27-2012
1h 4m
The 13 remaining finalists meet Chopped judges Alex Guarnaschelli, Scott Conant, and Marc Murphy and are given their Star Challenge: desserts. But it's not just any dessert challenge. Each team must use a basket of ingredients to create their best sweet concoction in a head-to-head inter-team battle -- Chopped style!
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NYC on the Go
Episode 2 - 5-20-2012
1h 4m
This week's challenge is a food tour of New York! The finalists are split into three teams and will each take a busload of tourists on a tour of three different New York neighborhoods. How entertaining are they? What landmarks will they highlight? How much food knowledge do they impart? Then each finalist will have to prepare and serve a dish to the judges based on the research they do in the neighborhoods.
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Impossible Beginnings
Episode 1 - 5-13-2012
1h 25m
In the premiere episode of Food Network Star, 15 hopefuls arrive in New York to compete for the ultimate dream job: to host their own show on Food Network. The finalists arrive at the Food Network kitchens to greet their team leaders, Alton Brown, Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis, and meet their rivals for the first time! Special guest Robert Irvine gives the finalists their first Star Challenge: to create their very own Pop-Up restaurant from the ground up - with an extremely limited budget and very little time.
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Season 7
The seventh season of the renamed American reality television series Food Network Star premiered Sunday, June 5, 2011. Food Network executives, Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson, are joined again by Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis as the judges for this season. The series was filmed in Los Angeles, California and New York, New York. After the first episode of this season aired as "The Next Food Network Star", the series was retitled "Food Network Star" and this name was used from the second episode onward.Diners, Drive-Ins and Fourth of July
Episode 5 - 7-03-2011
1h 30m
Guy Fieri rolls up in his classic red Camaro to guide the finalists through a segment of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Then the finalists head out to a Fourth of July bash where they must re-create American classic dishes AND perform their first cooking demo on stage.
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Cougar Town and Paula Deen
Episode 4 - 6-26-2011
Food Network Star alum Melissa d'Arabian challenges the finalists to use a Kellogg's product to create sophisticated and impressive hors d'oeuvres for a surprise guest. Paula Deen makes a surprise visit to the Food Star Kitchen. At the Star Challenge, the finalists go Hollywood as they team up to feed the cast and crew of the hit show Cougar Town.
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Dueling Desserts
Episode 3 - 6-19-2011
1h 30m
The finalists have their work cut out for them during the Camera Challenge when they must use a sweet Hershey's product to turn dessert into dinner. Special guests Duff Goldman and Michael Symon challenge the finalists to create a Dueling Desserts party. When the finalists are split into two teams, tension mounts as they struggle to work together to beat their opponents and save themselves from elimination.
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In the Line of Fire
Episode 2 - 6-12-2011
The 14 remaining finalists must create a pizza that reflects their culinary point of view. A surprise elimination shocks the finalists. The pressure is really on for the group during the Star Challenge when they have to cook in front of a panel of Food Network superstars!
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Lights, Camera, Cook
Episode 1 - 6-05-2011
Fifteen eager Food Network Star finalists arrive at Hollywood's famous Grauman's Chinese Theater where they meet each other for the first time and are welcomed by Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis. For their first Camera Challenge, the finalists must create a breakfast dish that reflects their personality and culinary point of view. Their first Star Challenge finds them shooting promos for their shows as well as cooking for a panel of Hollywood's press, including Mario Lopez from television's Extra. The first finalist is sent packing.
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Season 6
The sixth season of the American reality television series The Next Food Network Star premiered on Sunday, June 6, 2010. Food Network executives, Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson, were joined again by Bobby Flay as the judges for this season. In addition, Giada De Laurentiis will serve as an on-set mentor. The series was filmed in Los Angeles, California and New York, New York. Winner Aarti Sequeira went on to host her show Aarti Party, which premiered on August 22, 2010. Runner-up Tom Pizzica was also hired to host a travel food show Outrageous Food, which began airing in November 2010.Rachael Ray Directs
Episode 10 - 8-15-2010
Audience feedback will play a pivotal role in tonight's selection, but first the three remaining finalists must create a pilot which Rachael Ray will direct. Then, in a first for the competition, the pilots are screened in front of focus groups whose reactions will be used by the panel to select the Next Food Network Star.
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Iron Chef Battle
Episode 9 - 8-08-2010
The four remaining finalists travel back to Food Network's New York City home for their hardest challenge to date, an Iron Chef America competition.
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Cooking for Eva Longoria
Episode 8 - 8-01-2010
Family and emotions play a key role in tonight's challenges as the finalists are delivered an unexpected twist to the camera challenge by people they know, and then must devise a dish with a meaningful story for some star clients based on an emotion. Camera Challenge: Create a Signature Dish Featuring Your Least Favorite Ingredient Star Challenge: Cook a Dish Based on the Emotion Assigned to You
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Secret Supper Club
Episode 7 - 7-25-2010
A busy home cook herself, last year's winner, Melissa D'Arabian, drops by to task the finalists to relate to the busy home cook by making "dinner with breakfast" using cereal. Then they must relate to hardcore foodies when they team together to create an underground supper club, the members of which count among the culinary elite. Camera Challenge: Make Dinner with Breakfast Star Challenge: Work as a Team to Open Your Own Supper Club
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Retro Palm Springs
Episode 6 - 7-18-2010
The seven remaining finalists must prove that they have another essential trait for a Food Network star: the ability to entertain. Special guest Ted Allen assigns each finalist a party theme "in a basket." The finalists much create a party bite, and give an entertaining tip to camera. Next, the finalists head to Frank Sinatra's estate in Palm Springs where they must serve a retro dish for a table of special guests.
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Lunch Trucks With Paula
Episode 5 - 7-11-2010
1h 30m
In a super-sized episode, the remaining eight finalists have to create their very own food product in a jar. The twist: instead of presenting the product to camera, they must do a live demo in front of a crowd of hundreds. Then, special guest Paula Deen reveals four lunch trucks, and challenges the finalists (in teams of two) to create and operate their very own lunch-truck business at Venice Beach.
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Spicy Competition
Episode 4 - 6-27-2010
The heat turns up on the remaining nine finalists. Pepper Master Bobby Flay has the group make a mad dash to choose a pepper to cook with — the winner's dish is put on the menu of Bobby's famous restaurant, Mesa Grill. Next, Bobby introduces three culinary legends who challenge the finalists to re-invent the best thing they ever ate.
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Grammy Award Celebration
Episode 3 - 6-20-2010
Ten remaining finalists get a crash course in the Hollywood way of life. First they have to present a dish to camera, inspired by a classic film genre. Next they strut the red carpet at an after-party for Grammy Award-winner Colbie Caillat. The twist: They also have to cater the event in teams of two.
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Sweet to Savory Carnival
Episode 2 - 6-13-2010
The remaining eleven finalists learn how hard it is to perform an assembly line demo in only eleven minutes. Then, special guest star Duff Goldman from "Ace of Cakes" presents their next challenge: Duff is throwing a party for 100 of his closest friends on the Santa Monica Pier. The finalists must each take a classic carnival sweet and transform it into a savory party bite for the guest of honor and all of his friends.
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Welcome to Los Angeles!
Episode 1 - 6-06-2010
2h 0m
In a special two hour premiere episode of The Next Food Network Star, twelve hopefuls arrive in Los Angeles to compete for the ultimate dream job: To host their own show on The Food Network. The competition starts right away as they face their first on-camera test: preparing a meal that best represents who they are. Next, the finalists are taken to Paramount Studios where an A-list Hollywood Director films 30-second promos for the show that each finalist wants to host. Finally, the finalists must each create a Power Lunch for LA's biggest celebrity Chef, Wolfgang Puck.
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Season 5
The fifth season of the American reality television series The Next Food Network Star premiered on Sunday, June 7, 2009. Food Network executives, Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson, were joined by Bobby Flay as the Selection Committee for this season, which was filmed early 2009 in New York, New York and Miami, Florida.Finale
Episode 9 - 2-08-2009
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Miami VIP
Episode 8 - 7-26-2009
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Red Lobster Battle On The Beach
Episode 7 - 7-19-2009
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Miami Up All Night
Episode 6 - 7-12-2009
The remaining four finalists pack their bags and prepare to head to Miami for their next challenge. Before taking off with JetBlue, they meet Ted Allen and OTG Concept Chef Michael Coury and learn their next challenge: create a dish for one of OTG Management’s restaurants at JetBlue’s Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International Airport. After presenting their dishes, the finalists fly to Miami and discover they’ll be catering a swanky party at the fabulous Nikki Beach nightclub. The JetBlue challenge winner assigns roles for each finalist, and the team scrambles to pull off an extraordinary party! The next finalist is eliminated.
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FN Star - Rachael Ray
Episode 5 - 7-05-2009
In the spirit of her cooking and kids charity, Yum-o!, Food Network star Rachael Ray challenges the remaining six finalists to create kid-friendly dishes and convince a group of children to experiment with food they’ve never tried before. Then, the finalists must transform typical kid fare into gourmet dishes for adults and work in teams to demo their fancy upgrades on Rachael Ray!
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The Ultimate American Meal
Episode 4 - 6-28-2009
Bobby Flay tests the remaining seven finalists by having them put their culinary point of view on a classic American dish – the burger! The finalists must whip up their ideal burger while sharing personal stories and their connections to their dish. The best burger lands a place on the menu of Bobby's new restaurant venture Bobby's Burger Palace. Then, Guy Fieri and USA WEEKEND Magazine associate editor, TJ Walter, surprise the finalists on the Intrepid Sea, Air Space Museum, challenging each of them to create a dish using a basket of international ingredients for a group of returning American soldiers. The winner learns that his or her recipe will be featured on the July 3-5th cover of USA WEEKEND Magazine, and another finalist is eliminated.
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Dinner at Ina's
Episode 3 - 6-21-2009
The eight remaining finalists meet Tyler Florence who tells them they must shop for a family dinner and menu-plan while presenting money-saving tips to camera. The next day, the finalists head to the Hamptons to visit Ina Garten where they’ll be working in teams to plan menus and create a lavish meal for Ina and her friends. The next finalist is eliminated.
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Holidays with Giada
Episode 2 - 6-14-2009
The nine remaining finalists receive their next challenge from Esquire's articles editor Ryan D'Agostino. They must create a recipe for the Esquire man that works for the magazine's "Recipe for Men" section. Then the finalists head to the Good Housekeeping test kitchen where they're greeted by Giada De Laurentiis and Good Housekeeping's editor-in-chief, Rosemary Ellis. The finalists are randomly assigned a holiday and must prepare a dish that represents their holiday in a new and exciting way. The challenge winner finds out he or she will be featured in Good Housekeeping's July issue, and the next finalist is eliminated.
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Press Party for Food Network's 16th Birthday
Episode 1 - 6-07-2009
In the season five premiere of The Next Food Network Star, the 10 finalists are immediately thrown into their first challenge. They head to Food Network Kitchens and are greeted by the selection committee (Iron Chef Bobby Flay and Food Network executives Bob Tuschman and Susie Fogelson), who inform the finalists that they’ll be split into two teams and catering Food Network’s "Sweet 16" party. The teams are tasked with creating delicious dishes and serving tables packed with Food Network stars like Giada De Laurentiis, Alton Brown, Duff Goldman, Sunny Anderson and Masaharu Morimoto, and also Access Hollywood co-host Nancy O’Dell! The first finalist is then eliminated.
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Season 3
Third Season Finale
Episode 9 - 7-22-2007
The last two finalists fly to Miami and cook for all the Food Network stars at the South Beach Food & Wine Festival. Then it's back to New York, where the winner is revealed, live!
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Finale
Episode 8 - 7-22-2007
In the Season 3 finale, the two remaining finalists head to Miami's South Beach Food Wine Festival, where they'll prepare a meal for Food Network stars. Then, a winner is chosen live in New York.
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Meet the Press
Episode 7 - 7-15-2007
Three hopefuls remain and they head to Rachael Ray's daily talk show, where each will prepare a signature dish. Then, the final two contestants are chosen.
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Iron Chef Showdown
Episode 6 - 7-08-2007
The remaining four finalists each get a surprise sous chef to help them on an “Iron Chef” battle, where they must create three dishes in one hour. Judges: Bobby Flay; Cat Cora; Karine Bakhoum.
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Alton's Classroom
Episode 5 - 7-01-2007
The contestants build their own brand by making a packaged food that represents their unique point of view; they also film their first full-scale, on-camera cooking demonstration.
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Fort Dix Challenge
Episode 4 - 6-24-2007
Paula Deen and Giada De Laurentiis instruct the remaining finalists to prepare comfort-food dishes for troops at Fort Dix in New Jersey
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NBA Chocolate Challenge
Episode 3 - 6-17-2007
A chocolate challenge is given by former NBA player Darryl “Chocolate Thunder” Dawkins and last season's winner Guy Fieri. Then, the contestants must put a unique spin on stadium food and serve their creations at a New Jersey Nets game. Basketball fans choose the winner.
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Bon Appetit Challenge
Episode 2 - 6-10-2007
Giada De Laurentis tests the contestants on their presentation skills. The winner's dish will appear on the cover of Bon Appetit magazine.
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Potluck, Cakes and Wedding Challenge
Episode 1 - 6-03-2007
2h 0m
Season 3 kicks off as the 11 finalists are introduced and presented with their first three challenges. They must create an original dish for a dinner party; decorate a wedding cake; and cater a wedding for 100 guests in six hours. The 11 finalists struggle to complete their first three assignments, which include creating an original dish for a Selection Committee dinner party; decorating a wedding cake; and catering a wedding for 100 guests in six hours.
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Season 2
Paula Deen Pilots
Episode 7 - 4-16-2006
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TV Guide Press Conference
Episode 6 - 4-16-2006
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Alton Brown TV 101
Episode 5 - 4-09-2006
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Giada Elimination
Episode 4 - 4-02-2006
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2nd Elimination
Episode 3 - 3-26-2006
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Rachael Ray TV 101
Episode 2 - 3-19-2006
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Iron Chef Bootcamp
Episode 1 - 3-19-2006
1h 0m
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Potluck, Cakes and Wedding Challenge
Episode 1 - 6-03-2007
2h 0m
Season 3 kicks off as the 11 finalists are introduced and presented with their first three challenges. They must create an original dish for a dinner party; decorate a wedding cake; and cater a wedding for 100 guests in six hours. The 11 finalists struggle to complete their first three assignments, which include creating an original dish for a Selection Committee dinner party; decorating a wedding cake; and catering a wedding for 100 guests in six hours.
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Food Holiday Fray
Episode 9 - 7-17-2016
42m
For the next challenge, the finalists are each assigned a different holiday party -- St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mardi Gras, New Year's Eve, or Easter -- and take turns planning and hosting their own holiday special. Tia Mowry and Donal Skehan, hosts of Food Network Star Kids, are on hand to help Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay taste the food and judge the holiday specials.
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Game Day Special
Episode 9 - 7-30-2017
42m
The four remaining finalists try their hand at reporting live on location by visiting popular food trucks while Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and special guest Sabin Lomac watch from the studio. Then, it's time for each finalist to partake in their own segment of a special called "Up Your Game (Day)," performing a demo of a special game-day dish while also tackling surprises along the way. ESPN's Jemele Hill and special guest Jaymee Sire watch the special with Bobby and Giada to help decide which finalist goes down in defeat.
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Tiki Takeover
Episode 7 - 7-03-2016
42m
First, special guest judge Lorraine Pascale helps Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay determine the best dish made from frozen foods. Then, it's time for one of the most festive trends -- a tiki party! In teams of three, the finalists create an island-inspired menu, then take the stage for a team food demo to a crowd of party-goers. Anne Burrell joins as guest judge to help pick the best tiki team.
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Beauty and the Beast
Episode 2 - 6-11-2017
42m
The finalists host a party celebrating Disney's live-action feature Beauty and the Beast. The finalists are divided into three teams, with each team drawing inspiration from one of the iconic rooms of the castle to decorate a serving station and cook up a dish before presenting to a ballroom full of party guests. Special guest Sandra Lee attends the event with Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay to help pick a winning team, then two finalists from the losing team are sent home.
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