Food Network Star S9 E8
The latest season of Food Network Star is underway and the latest round of wannabe TV chefs have begun their quest. We’ve seen first impressions and heard what the judges think but what the world really wants to know is what I think. Let’s do this.
If you haven’t seen tonight’s episode STOP! Watch it HERE first and then come back. It’s a frickin recap, yo!
Food Stories: Since Food Network Stars are always describing food in a way that brings it to life, 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.
Last week Chad went home. I had him as an early favorite but the last few weeks he kind of fell off.
This week’s episode was one of the worst in the history of this series. The “Star Salvation” curve-ball was lame. If the “Salvation” winner is still around in the finale then it will be really suspicious. After the first seven episodes it is clearly Stacey’s contest to lose. This is as obvious as season four was when Kelsey Nixon was clearly the best which proves that when it comes to Star being the best doesn’t mean much. Of course if the Network pulls yet another fast one on the outcome of this show then it likely will disappear.
After all, things are not as rosy at Chelsea Market as they once were. The Network’s ratings have fallen off considerably, they are actually being beaten into the ground by HGTV right now. The lack of quality programming is taking its toll. Cooking Channel has by far the best line-up of shows. Heck, I find myself watching PBS’ 24/7 food and lifestyle network Crave a lot more than I watch Food Network these days. Last year’s Star winner, Justin Werner, finally got his series made and the Network has not aired it but rather stuck it online. There is talk that Bob Tushman’s job is at stake.
Bob, if you are ready for me to save the Network just call. You’ve got my number.
Now for my take on each:
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The person who will NOT be the next Food Network Star is…
Lovely… again.
Food Network Star S9 E7
The latest season of Food Network Star is underway and the latest round of wannabe TV chefs have begun their quest. We’ve seen first impressions and heard what the judges think but what the world really wants to know is what I think. Let’s do this.
If you haven’t seen tonight’s episode STOP! Watch it HERE first and then come back. It’s a frickin recap, yo!
Be Adventurous: This week, the finalists are challenged to be adventurous, both on screen and in the kitchen. They each must use an unusual ingredient to create a dish which they will then auction to a roomful of adventurous eaters. The better their presentations, the higher the bids will get and the finalist whose dish fetches the highest price is safe from elimination. The selection committee will pick the best overall dish and send one finalist home.
Last week Chris went home. I know his fans from Great Food Truck Race are bummed but you can’t win them all. All and all this has been a very cool cast. They are lots of fun, especially Damaris. I wish they could bottle her fun and sell it. Chad started off strong the first few weeks but of late has been slipping up. He needs to reverse engines or it may be the exit for him. At this point it is Stacey’s contest to lose. Six episodes in she has established herself as the clear leader. This is as clear cut as season four was when Kelsey Nixon was clearly the best. But we all know how that season ended. SMH
Now for my take on each:
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The person who will NOT be the next Food Network Star is…
Chad
