Get ready for a sizzling summer showdown in the next episode of “Beachside Brawl” as Season 1 Episode 3, titled “4th of July Party,” hits the airwaves on Dfc at 8:00 Pm this Tuesday, June 4, 2024. In this exciting installment, renowned chef Antonia Lofaso presents the chefs with a mouthwatering challenge: to whip up delectable summer eats fit for a Fourth of July celebration.
With the stakes higher than ever, chef mentors Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson take the reins, guiding their teams of talented chefs in a culinary battle to create the ultimate burger. As the kitchen heats up and tensions rise, viewers can expect a feast for the senses as the contestants showcase their skills, creativity, and flair for flavor in crafting the perfect summertime dish.
From juicy patties to tantalizing toppings, each chef will strive to impress the judges and capture the essence of summer in every bite. With fireworks...
With the stakes higher than ever, chef mentors Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson take the reins, guiding their teams of talented chefs in a culinary battle to create the ultimate burger. As the kitchen heats up and tensions rise, viewers can expect a feast for the senses as the contestants showcase their skills, creativity, and flair for flavor in crafting the perfect summertime dish.
From juicy patties to tantalizing toppings, each chef will strive to impress the judges and capture the essence of summer in every bite. With fireworks...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Gear up for a culinary showdown like no other as “Beachside Brawl” makes its grand debut with the premiere episode titled “Boardwalk Bites.” Tune in at 6:00 Pm this Tuesday, June 4, 2024, on Dfc for a thrilling summer food competition that promises to tantalize your taste buds.
Renowned chef Antonia Lofaso takes the helm as she leads the charge in this epic battle of the kitchens. Joined by chefs Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson, the coastal teams of four chefs dive headfirst into the first challenge: crafting mouthwatering dishes inspired by the iconic flavors of boardwalk bites.
From classic carnival fare to inventive twists on seaside snacks, viewers can expect a feast for the senses as these talented chefs showcase their culinary prowess. With high stakes and fierce competition, “Boardwalk Bites” sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey filled with flavor, flair, and plenty of surprises.
So grab your popcorn,...
Renowned chef Antonia Lofaso takes the helm as she leads the charge in this epic battle of the kitchens. Joined by chefs Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson, the coastal teams of four chefs dive headfirst into the first challenge: crafting mouthwatering dishes inspired by the iconic flavors of boardwalk bites.
From classic carnival fare to inventive twists on seaside snacks, viewers can expect a feast for the senses as these talented chefs showcase their culinary prowess. With high stakes and fierce competition, “Boardwalk Bites” sets the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey filled with flavor, flair, and plenty of surprises.
So grab your popcorn,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for a mouthwatering episode of “Beachside Brawl” airing this Tuesday at 9:00 Pm on Dfc. In Season 1 Episode 4, titled “Summer Sweets,” viewers are in for a delectable treat as the competition heats up with a delicious challenge.
Renowned chef-mentor Antonia Lofaso throws down the gauntlet by challenging chef-mentors Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson to team up with a chef of their choosing. Their mission? To create a tantalizing hot and cold duo that will tantalize the taste buds and impress the judges.
As the culinary creativity unfolds, the chefs must put their skills to the test as they craft innovative dishes that marry the flavors of summer with a unique twist. From refreshing cold treats to sizzling hot delights, no stone is left unturned in the quest for culinary perfection.
But the competition doesn’t end there! Following the main challenge, the chefs must also participate in a boardwalk bake sale,...
Renowned chef-mentor Antonia Lofaso throws down the gauntlet by challenging chef-mentors Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson to team up with a chef of their choosing. Their mission? To create a tantalizing hot and cold duo that will tantalize the taste buds and impress the judges.
As the culinary creativity unfolds, the chefs must put their skills to the test as they craft innovative dishes that marry the flavors of summer with a unique twist. From refreshing cold treats to sizzling hot delights, no stone is left unturned in the quest for culinary perfection.
But the competition doesn’t end there! Following the main challenge, the chefs must also participate in a boardwalk bake sale,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Dfc invites viewers to a mouthwatering showdown on the sandy shores with Season 1 Episode 2 of “Beachside Brawl” titled “Seafood Shack,” airing this Tuesday at 7:00 Pm. In this tantalizing episode, renowned chef Antonia Lofaso sets the stage as she challenges the competing chefs to showcase their culinary prowess with the star of coastal cuisine: seafood.
As the heat intensifies in the kitchen, chefs Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson kick off the culinary battle with a thrilling one-on-one showdown. With their knives sharpened and their creativity unleashed, the chefs go head-to-head, aiming to impress both the judges and the viewers with their innovative seafood creations.
But the competition doesn’t end there – the teams are tasked with crafting their coast’s version of a budget seafood feast, pushing their culinary skills to the limit as they strive to deliver delicious dishes without breaking the bank.
With its blend of high-stakes competition,...
As the heat intensifies in the kitchen, chefs Tiffani Faison and Brooke Williamson kick off the culinary battle with a thrilling one-on-one showdown. With their knives sharpened and their creativity unleashed, the chefs go head-to-head, aiming to impress both the judges and the viewers with their innovative seafood creations.
But the competition doesn’t end there – the teams are tasked with crafting their coast’s version of a budget seafood feast, pushing their culinary skills to the limit as they strive to deliver delicious dishes without breaking the bank.
With its blend of high-stakes competition,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Don’t miss the exciting episode of “Wildcard Kitchen” titled “Italian Night Out,” airing at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, on Food Network. Join host Eric Adjepong as he welcomes a stellar lineup of Italian culinary talent to his underground culinary card game.
In this high-stakes episode, chefs Antonia Lofaso, Rocco Dispirito, and Gabriele Bertaccini enter the Food Network kitchen with $5,000 each, ready for an intense night of all-in betting and fierce competition. The atmosphere is charged with energy as these talented chefs showcase their skills and creativity in a bid to outshine each other.
Tune in to Food Network at 9:00 Pm for “Italian Night Out” on “Wildcard Kitchen” to witness the thrilling culinary showdown and discover which chef will emerge victorious in this high-stakes Italian culinary extravaganza.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday 19 March 2024 on Food Network
Wildcard Kitchen Italian Night Out Cast – Main Cast...
In this high-stakes episode, chefs Antonia Lofaso, Rocco Dispirito, and Gabriele Bertaccini enter the Food Network kitchen with $5,000 each, ready for an intense night of all-in betting and fierce competition. The atmosphere is charged with energy as these talented chefs showcase their skills and creativity in a bid to outshine each other.
Tune in to Food Network at 9:00 Pm for “Italian Night Out” on “Wildcard Kitchen” to witness the thrilling culinary showdown and discover which chef will emerge victorious in this high-stakes Italian culinary extravaganza.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday 19 March 2024 on Food Network
Wildcard Kitchen Italian Night Out Cast – Main Cast...
- 3/12/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
It’s Poker After Dark meets culinary competition in the new Food Network series Wildcard Kitchen. Each episode serves up a new crop of chefs battling it out over three rounds where they’ll create unpredictable dishes based on the cards dealt. The stakes are high as these players put up their own money in the pot to the tune of anywhere between $5,000 and $10,000. Your card dealing host for this “after-hours” card game is Eric Adjepong. Someone who is no stranger to competing in this environment. The Ghanaian-American was a finalist on Top Chef: Kentucky and Tournament of Champions. Throughout the season he’ll bring in the the likes of Chopped judges Maneet Chauhan, Brian Malarkey, and Marc Murphy; Italian cuisine masters Gabriele Bertaccini, Rocco Dispirito, and Antonia Lofaso; and best friends Stephanie Izard, Joe Sasto, and Justin Sutherland. They’ll have to impress guest judges including Anne Burrell, Esther Choi,...
- 3/11/2024
- TV Insider
Next Level Chef fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 3 Episode 2 episode titled Auditions — Home Cooks!
Find out everything you need to know about the Auditions — Home Cooks episode of Next Level Chef, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Next Level Chef Auditions — Home Cooks Season 3 Episode 2 Preview
Prepare for another exciting episode of “Next Level Chef” on Fox, airing at 8:00 Pm on February 1, 2024. In this upcoming installment titled “Auditions — Home Cooks,” the culinary competition reaches a new level of intensity as home cooks passionately vie for the chance to secure one of the coveted five spots that will propel them into the mentorship team draft.
Hosted by the acclaimed chefs Nyesha Arrington, Antonia Lofaso, and Richard Blais, the show promises a thrilling showcase of culinary prowess and determination. As the home cooks present their...
Find out everything you need to know about the Auditions — Home Cooks episode of Next Level Chef, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!
Next Level Chef Auditions — Home Cooks Season 3 Episode 2 Preview
Prepare for another exciting episode of “Next Level Chef” on Fox, airing at 8:00 Pm on February 1, 2024. In this upcoming installment titled “Auditions — Home Cooks,” the culinary competition reaches a new level of intensity as home cooks passionately vie for the chance to secure one of the coveted five spots that will propel them into the mentorship team draft.
Hosted by the acclaimed chefs Nyesha Arrington, Antonia Lofaso, and Richard Blais, the show promises a thrilling showcase of culinary prowess and determination. As the home cooks present their...
- 1/25/2024
- by News
- TV Regular
Join the culinary festivities on “Guy’s Ranch Kitchen” with Season 5 Episode 10 titled “Small Plates, Big Flavor,” airing at 12:00 Pm on Saturday, December 30, 2023, exclusively on Food Network. In this mouthwatering installment, the talented chefs showcase their skills, crafting delectable small plates that pack a punch.
Traci Des Jardins takes center stage, delighting taste buds with her tantalizing tuna tostadas. Meanwhile, Michael Voltaggio puts his spin on the classic pan con tomate, infusing it with his culinary expertise. Antonia Lofaso brings the heat, creating dishes that are both red-hot and utterly satisfying, and Marc Murphy adds a touch of elegance with his mini eggplant parmesan.
Tune in at 12:00 Pm for a flavorful journey as “Guy’s Ranch Kitchen” transforms the screen into a culinary haven. With small plates delivering big flavors, this episode promises a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Don’t miss the chance to savor...
Traci Des Jardins takes center stage, delighting taste buds with her tantalizing tuna tostadas. Meanwhile, Michael Voltaggio puts his spin on the classic pan con tomate, infusing it with his culinary expertise. Antonia Lofaso brings the heat, creating dishes that are both red-hot and utterly satisfying, and Marc Murphy adds a touch of elegance with his mini eggplant parmesan.
Tune in at 12:00 Pm for a flavorful journey as “Guy’s Ranch Kitchen” transforms the screen into a culinary haven. With small plates delivering big flavors, this episode promises a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Don’t miss the chance to savor...
- 12/24/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Wednesday night, December 13, 2023, at 10:00 Pm on Food Network, “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” is back with Season 1 Episode 2, bringing an exciting culinary showdown to the ranch. In this episode, the charismatic Guy Fieri challenges the talents of three accomplished chefs: Maneet Chauhan, Antonia Lofaso, and Jonathon Sawyer.
The culinary heat rises as Chef Maneet Chauhan tackles shrimp moilee and upma grits, Chef Antonia Lofaso locks in lobster cavatelli, and Chef Jonathon Sawyer bets on bone-in Alaskan Halibut steak au poivre. Viewers can expect a feast for the senses as these skilled chefs showcase their grit, creativity, and culinary prowess under the vibrant ranch setting.
Food Network invites audiences to tune in at 10:00 Pm for an evening of intense culinary competition and savory delights. Don’t miss Season 1 Episode 2 of “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” for a taste of the ranch life infused with gourmet flair, as Guy Fieri takes...
The culinary heat rises as Chef Maneet Chauhan tackles shrimp moilee and upma grits, Chef Antonia Lofaso locks in lobster cavatelli, and Chef Jonathon Sawyer bets on bone-in Alaskan Halibut steak au poivre. Viewers can expect a feast for the senses as these skilled chefs showcase their grit, creativity, and culinary prowess under the vibrant ranch setting.
Food Network invites audiences to tune in at 10:00 Pm for an evening of intense culinary competition and savory delights. Don’t miss Season 1 Episode 2 of “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” for a taste of the ranch life infused with gourmet flair, as Guy Fieri takes...
- 12/7/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In a festive culinary clash, “Beat Bobby Flay” returns with a special Season 2 episode, “Holiday Throwdown: Feast of the Seven Fishes.” The heat is on as Alex Guarnaschelli assembles a powerhouse team of culinary titans – Antonia Lofaso, Christian Petroni, and Michael Symon. Together, they embark on an Italian showdown of gladiator proportions, celebrating the rich tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes.
Viewers can expect an epic seafood feast as these seasoned chefs pull out all the stops to create a memorable culinary experience. Bobby Flay is in for a challenge that he won’t soon forget, as the competitors aim to outshine each other in a gastronomic battle that captures the spirit of the holiday season. Don’t miss the culinary fireworks unfold at 9:00 Pm this Tuesday on Food Network.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday 12 December 2023 on Food Network
Beat Bobby Flay Holiday Throwdown: Feast of...
Viewers can expect an epic seafood feast as these seasoned chefs pull out all the stops to create a memorable culinary experience. Bobby Flay is in for a challenge that he won’t soon forget, as the competitors aim to outshine each other in a gastronomic battle that captures the spirit of the holiday season. Don’t miss the culinary fireworks unfold at 9:00 Pm this Tuesday on Food Network.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Tuesday 12 December 2023 on Food Network
Beat Bobby Flay Holiday Throwdown: Feast of...
- 12/5/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Join the culinary fun with “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” in the episode titled “The Only Game in Town,” airing at 10:00 Pm on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, on Food Network. Hosted by the effervescent Guy Fieri, this episode promises a playful twist as three renowned chefs, Jonathan Waxman, Antonia Lofaso, and Stephanie Izard, bring their A-game to the ranch.
Get ready for a mouthwatering lineup of dishes that showcase the chefs’ creativity and expertise. Chef Jonathan Waxman tantalizes taste buds with Quail Liver Rigatoni, while Chef Antonia Lofaso serves up a delectable Goat Tartare. Meanwhile, Chef Stephanie Izard takes the challenge to new heights with Rabbit Sausage and Carrot Hummus.
For food enthusiasts and fans of culinary competitions, “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” offers a delightful blend of skill, innovation, and good-natured rivalry. Tune in at 10:00 Pm on Food Network to witness the gastronomic excitement unfold in “The Only Game in Town.
Get ready for a mouthwatering lineup of dishes that showcase the chefs’ creativity and expertise. Chef Jonathan Waxman tantalizes taste buds with Quail Liver Rigatoni, while Chef Antonia Lofaso serves up a delectable Goat Tartare. Meanwhile, Chef Stephanie Izard takes the challenge to new heights with Rabbit Sausage and Carrot Hummus.
For food enthusiasts and fans of culinary competitions, “Guy’s Ranch Cook-Off” offers a delightful blend of skill, innovation, and good-natured rivalry. Tune in at 10:00 Pm on Food Network to witness the gastronomic excitement unfold in “The Only Game in Town.
- 11/30/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Food Network is about to ring the start bell on season 2 of Superchef Grudge Match.
The Darnell Ferguson-hosted series will return Dec. 26 with a new batch of all-star competitions to settle some of the biggest personal and professional feuds in the culinary world. In each episode, Ferguson stages two different battles between chefs who have beefs with each other to finally bury the hatchet and win $10,000 cash, a prized knife from the losing chef and lifelong bragging rights over their food foe.
“The grudges are bigger and badder this season. When these chefs collide, the culinary action is intense and the trash-talk is biting,” said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. “Darnell’s energy and bold personality make him the ideal host to settle these scores.”
In the season premiere, acclaimed Chef Matt Klum calls out his former boss and restaurateur Chef Dana Downs to prove...
The Darnell Ferguson-hosted series will return Dec. 26 with a new batch of all-star competitions to settle some of the biggest personal and professional feuds in the culinary world. In each episode, Ferguson stages two different battles between chefs who have beefs with each other to finally bury the hatchet and win $10,000 cash, a prized knife from the losing chef and lifelong bragging rights over their food foe.
“The grudges are bigger and badder this season. When these chefs collide, the culinary action is intense and the trash-talk is biting,” said Betsy Ayala, Head of Content, Food, Warner Bros. Discovery. “Darnell’s energy and bold personality make him the ideal host to settle these scores.”
In the season premiere, acclaimed Chef Matt Klum calls out his former boss and restaurateur Chef Dana Downs to prove...
- 11/15/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at 9:00 Pm on Food Network, culinary enthusiasts can catch the latest episode of “Guy’s Grocery Games,” titled “Flavortown Academy: Antonia vs. Jet, Part 3.” Hosted by the energetic Guy Fieri, this episode continues the culinary showdown between esteemed chefs Antonia Lofaso and Jet Tila, mentoring aspiring cooks in the Flavortown Academy.
In this installment, the students face their sophomore course, focusing on the art of elevating food. Guided by the expertise of Jet Tila and Antonia Lofaso, participants are challenged to create an elevated version of a classic weeknight dinner. The catch? They must achieve culinary excellence using a limited number of ingredients—nine or fewer. “Flavortown Academy” promises an engaging and educational experience for viewers interested in witnessing the creative transformations of everyday dishes under the mentorship of accomplished chefs.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 22 November 2023 on Food Network
Guy’s Grocery Games Flavortown Academy: Antonia vs.
In this installment, the students face their sophomore course, focusing on the art of elevating food. Guided by the expertise of Jet Tila and Antonia Lofaso, participants are challenged to create an elevated version of a classic weeknight dinner. The catch? They must achieve culinary excellence using a limited number of ingredients—nine or fewer. “Flavortown Academy” promises an engaging and educational experience for viewers interested in witnessing the creative transformations of everyday dishes under the mentorship of accomplished chefs.
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 22 November 2023 on Food Network
Guy’s Grocery Games Flavortown Academy: Antonia vs.
- 11/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 9:00 Pm, Food Network will continue the culinary competition with the latest episode of “Guy’s Grocery Games.” This episode, titled “Flavortown Academy: Antonia vs. Jet, Part 2,” is part of Season 33’s exciting lineup.
In this episode, Jet Tila and Antonia Lofaso take on the roles of instructors during freshman week at Flavortown Academy. Their teams of contestants will be challenged to master the art of budgeting with party platters. The goal is to teach the contestants how to make the most of their ingredients and resources, a crucial skill in the culinary world.
The stakes are high as the winning team will earn a coveted free pass to the sophomore class, while the losing team will have to face a challenging chicken dinner challenge. Viewers can expect a fast-paced and competitive episode as the contestants aim to prove their culinary prowess and earn a spot in...
In this episode, Jet Tila and Antonia Lofaso take on the roles of instructors during freshman week at Flavortown Academy. Their teams of contestants will be challenged to master the art of budgeting with party platters. The goal is to teach the contestants how to make the most of their ingredients and resources, a crucial skill in the culinary world.
The stakes are high as the winning team will earn a coveted free pass to the sophomore class, while the losing team will have to face a challenging chicken dinner challenge. Viewers can expect a fast-paced and competitive episode as the contestants aim to prove their culinary prowess and earn a spot in...
- 11/8/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Business is slow in Hollywood right now with the writers and actors on strike, but that hasn't slowed down Jonathan Bennett.
Bennett has two programs airing on Food Network over the next couple of months, which allows the charismatic host to do on screen what relatively few get the opportunity to do -- be himself.
He's having a great time, and viewers are reaping all the rewards.
The first production he's hosting is Battle of the Decades, a new series in which chefs of different decades partner up to create something edible (elevated!) with dishes and gadgets of the time.
It's a perfect match for Bennett, who has been firmly planted in popular culture since his breakout roll in Mean Girls in 2004, starring with Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Lacey Chabert, and a host of others who have been influencing the industry ever since.
Bennett referenced Taylor Swift, who, at a recent concert,...
Bennett has two programs airing on Food Network over the next couple of months, which allows the charismatic host to do on screen what relatively few get the opportunity to do -- be himself.
He's having a great time, and viewers are reaping all the rewards.
The first production he's hosting is Battle of the Decades, a new series in which chefs of different decades partner up to create something edible (elevated!) with dishes and gadgets of the time.
It's a perfect match for Bennett, who has been firmly planted in popular culture since his breakout roll in Mean Girls in 2004, starring with Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Lacey Chabert, and a host of others who have been influencing the industry ever since.
Bennett referenced Taylor Swift, who, at a recent concert,...
- 8/23/2023
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
It’s the premiere we’ve all been waiting for as Justified: City Primeval arrives just in time to knock our socks off. And frankly, we cannot wait for They Cloned Tyrone to drop on Netflix on Friday. Should we have a party?
V.C. Andrews’ Dawn continues with Secrets of the Morning, and it’s just as screwed up as the previous flick. These stories, am I right??
But we cannot forget that we are ready for another killer finale as Mayan's Mc draws to a close. Check out what we recommend this week!
Saturday, July 15
8/7c V.C. Andrews’ Dawn: Secrets of the Morning (Lifetime)
Just when we thought Dawn had the upper hand, her world gets upended again. She takes on her new life in New York City, following her dreams and seemingly escaping Lillian’s reach. However, like life tends to do, things change on the dime.
V.C. Andrews’ Dawn continues with Secrets of the Morning, and it’s just as screwed up as the previous flick. These stories, am I right??
But we cannot forget that we are ready for another killer finale as Mayan's Mc draws to a close. Check out what we recommend this week!
Saturday, July 15
8/7c V.C. Andrews’ Dawn: Secrets of the Morning (Lifetime)
Just when we thought Dawn had the upper hand, her world gets upended again. She takes on her new life in New York City, following her dreams and seemingly escaping Lillian’s reach. However, like life tends to do, things change on the dime.
- 7/15/2023
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
We’re gonna need more pink! As Mattel’s globally beloved Barbie hits theaters for her first live-action film, HGTV presents Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge, a four-part competition set within a life-size version of the 11.5-inch doll’s iconic abode. The series premieres Sunday, July 16 at 8/7c on the network. “We thought, let’s create a brick-and-mortar location for something that hasn’t existed but [taps] the nostalgia of the people that watch our network,” notes HGTV head of content Loren Ruch, who was also behind 2019’s equally evocative A Very Brady Renovation. “Then we [added] a competition layer.” Hosted by model and past Barbie inspiration Ashley Graham, the series tasks eight pairs of celebrity designers—including Egypt Sherrod, Ty Pennington, Alison Victoria, and Food Network’s Antonia Lofaso (Beachside Brawl)—with tricking out an assigned space in a Barbie-worthy Los Angeles–area manse. The doll was introduced in 1959, so each area corresponds...
- 7/14/2023
- TV Insider
HGTV is moving head with its competition series Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge, a project that was originally set to star Stephen “tWitch” Boss and his wife Allison Holker before the dancer/deejay died in December.
Supermodel Ashley Graham will now host the show that’s set to bow this summer on HGTV and Max.
The plan is to feature eight teams of HGTV stars as they transform a Southern California home into a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse. In the end, one Barbie fan will get the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime stay in a home created for dreamers.
Here are the teams: Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (Married to Real Estate); Jasmine Roth (Help! I Wrecked My House) and Antonia Lofaso (Beachside Brawl); Ty Pennington (Rock the Block) and Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab); Jonathan Knight and Kristina Crestin (Farmhouse Fixer); Christina Hall and James Bender (Christina on the Coast); Keith Bynum...
Supermodel Ashley Graham will now host the show that’s set to bow this summer on HGTV and Max.
The plan is to feature eight teams of HGTV stars as they transform a Southern California home into a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse. In the end, one Barbie fan will get the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime stay in a home created for dreamers.
Here are the teams: Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (Married to Real Estate); Jasmine Roth (Help! I Wrecked My House) and Antonia Lofaso (Beachside Brawl); Ty Pennington (Rock the Block) and Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab); Jonathan Knight and Kristina Crestin (Farmhouse Fixer); Christina Hall and James Bender (Christina on the Coast); Keith Bynum...
- 4/12/2023
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Childhood dreams are coming true at HGTV. Fifteen of the network’s star designers are coming together for a new show that will challenge them to transform a Southern California home into a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse. Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge will premiere in the summer of 2023.
Ashley Graham hosts ‘Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge’ A Barbie doll | Alli Harvey/Getty Images
Model Ashley Graham will host the new, four-episode HGTV competition series, which is inspired by Mattel’s iconic doll and the upcoming release of Warner Bros.’ Barbie movie. Eight teams of the network’s stars will come together to turn an ordinary home into a true Barbie Dreamhouse. They’ll overhaul different areas of the home in era-specific styles, such as a 1950s kitchen, ‘70s disco den for Ken, and a glam ‘80s bedroom. Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge will also feature celebrity guests, pop culture history, and plenty of Barbie surprises. In the end,...
Ashley Graham hosts ‘Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge’ A Barbie doll | Alli Harvey/Getty Images
Model Ashley Graham will host the new, four-episode HGTV competition series, which is inspired by Mattel’s iconic doll and the upcoming release of Warner Bros.’ Barbie movie. Eight teams of the network’s stars will come together to turn an ordinary home into a true Barbie Dreamhouse. They’ll overhaul different areas of the home in era-specific styles, such as a 1950s kitchen, ‘70s disco den for Ken, and a glam ‘80s bedroom. Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge will also feature celebrity guests, pop culture history, and plenty of Barbie surprises. In the end,...
- 3/21/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
HGTV is about to make Barbie fans’ dreams come true with the ultimate home-reno series based on everyone’s favorite doll: “Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge.”
Premiering this summer, the Ashley Graham-hosted four-episode event is launching ahead of the July 21 release of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie as part of a giant cross-network promotion across Warner Bros. Discovery linear channels to support the much-anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures film.
“Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge” will feature eight teams of HGTV superstars (and one Food Network star) as they transform a Southern California home into a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse, as supermodel Graham — who has her own Barbie modeled after her and will be driving a Barbie pink corvette on the show — hosts. The teams will overhaul areas of the home with an era-specific style, such as an early 1960s atomic age kitchen, a ‘70s disco vibe for Ken’s Den and a main bedroom decked out in ‘80s glam.
Premiering this summer, the Ashley Graham-hosted four-episode event is launching ahead of the July 21 release of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie as part of a giant cross-network promotion across Warner Bros. Discovery linear channels to support the much-anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures film.
“Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge” will feature eight teams of HGTV superstars (and one Food Network star) as they transform a Southern California home into a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse, as supermodel Graham — who has her own Barbie modeled after her and will be driving a Barbie pink corvette on the show — hosts. The teams will overhaul areas of the home with an era-specific style, such as an early 1960s atomic age kitchen, a ‘70s disco vibe for Ken’s Den and a main bedroom decked out in ‘80s glam.
- 3/21/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
“Tournament of Champions” Season 4 is finally set at Food Network. The new batch of episodes will fire up Sunday, Feb. 19 at 8 p.m.
The fourth season of the Guy Fieri-hosted bracket-style cooking competition will include a “randomizer wild card” twist, which “progressively get harder and harder in each round.” For the “Tournament of Champions” Season 4 finale on April 9, “Guy is pulling out the ultimate wild card by inviting a surprise judge who is one of the most respected and revered chefs in the world.”
After 8 weeks and 31 grueling head-to-head battles, one chef from the 14-person lineup will win the “Tournament of Champions” belt and a 100,000 cash prize.
The chefs representing the East Coast are: Eric Adjepong, Karen Akunowicz, Kelsey Barnard Clark, Maneet Chauhan, Leah Cohen, Madison Cowan, Tobias Dorzon, Graham Elliot, defending Tournament of Champions III winner Tiffani Faison, Darnell Ferguson, Jose Garces, Ilan Hall, Stephanie Izard, Christian Petroni,...
The fourth season of the Guy Fieri-hosted bracket-style cooking competition will include a “randomizer wild card” twist, which “progressively get harder and harder in each round.” For the “Tournament of Champions” Season 4 finale on April 9, “Guy is pulling out the ultimate wild card by inviting a surprise judge who is one of the most respected and revered chefs in the world.”
After 8 weeks and 31 grueling head-to-head battles, one chef from the 14-person lineup will win the “Tournament of Champions” belt and a 100,000 cash prize.
The chefs representing the East Coast are: Eric Adjepong, Karen Akunowicz, Kelsey Barnard Clark, Maneet Chauhan, Leah Cohen, Madison Cowan, Tobias Dorzon, Graham Elliot, defending Tournament of Champions III winner Tiffani Faison, Darnell Ferguson, Jose Garces, Ilan Hall, Stephanie Izard, Christian Petroni,...
- 1/12/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
“Worst Cooks in America” co-host and “Tournament of Champions” vet Darnell Ferguson is set to host a new Food Network and Discovery+ cooking competition that hopes to mediate food-related tensions in the chef community.
Premiering Feb. 7 at 9 p.m. Et, “Superchef Grudge Match” will see Darnell stage two different battles between chefs who have beefs with each other to finally bury the hatchet and win 10,000 cash, a prized knife from the losing chef and lifelong bragging rights over their food foe.
Per the official description for “Superchef Grudge Match,” “In the series premiere, Darnell welcomes Chefs Antonia Lofaso and Jet Tila to settle their ‘Tournament of Champions’ rivalry – the two were tied in every category, until Jet won a rematch in the finale by one point. Since she has historically come out on top, Antonia is determined to restore order in the universe – while Jet is ready to defend his win.
Premiering Feb. 7 at 9 p.m. Et, “Superchef Grudge Match” will see Darnell stage two different battles between chefs who have beefs with each other to finally bury the hatchet and win 10,000 cash, a prized knife from the losing chef and lifelong bragging rights over their food foe.
Per the official description for “Superchef Grudge Match,” “In the series premiere, Darnell welcomes Chefs Antonia Lofaso and Jet Tila to settle their ‘Tournament of Champions’ rivalry – the two were tied in every category, until Jet won a rematch in the finale by one point. Since she has historically come out on top, Antonia is determined to restore order in the universe – while Jet is ready to defend his win.
- 1/6/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Flavortown is back — and it’s better than ever.
Guy Fieri returns to the Food Network this week with a new cooking game show, “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night.” The series, which is the beloved host’s fourth show with the network, is stacked with celebrity guests such as Alyssa Milano, Penn and Teller and Natasha Leggero, who will compete in food-related games and trivia for a chance to win a prize for their favorite charity. A trailer that came out earlier this month sees contestants playing classics like charades and hot potato, garnishing a pizza to resemble Guy Fieri and blind-decorating a cake.
Supporting Fieri in his hosting duties is chef Antonia Lofaso, a fan-favorite fixture on Bravo’s “Top Chef,” “Chopped” and “Cutthroat Kitchen.”
“If you put a game show, late night talk show and a food competition show in a blender, you get ‘Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,’” Fieri said in a statement.
Guy Fieri returns to the Food Network this week with a new cooking game show, “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night.” The series, which is the beloved host’s fourth show with the network, is stacked with celebrity guests such as Alyssa Milano, Penn and Teller and Natasha Leggero, who will compete in food-related games and trivia for a chance to win a prize for their favorite charity. A trailer that came out earlier this month sees contestants playing classics like charades and hot potato, garnishing a pizza to resemble Guy Fieri and blind-decorating a cake.
Supporting Fieri in his hosting duties is chef Antonia Lofaso, a fan-favorite fixture on Bravo’s “Top Chef,” “Chopped” and “Cutthroat Kitchen.”
“If you put a game show, late night talk show and a food competition show in a blender, you get ‘Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,’” Fieri said in a statement.
- 8/30/2022
- by Anna Tingley
- Variety Film + TV
Eddie Jackson is helming a new series for Food Network — “Outchef’d” — and the competition, between skilled home cooks, will be not only fierce, but surprising. In fact, the new show, which TheWrap has exclusive details about, will surprise home cooks who turn up for an audition only to end up in head-to-head competition against a world-renowned chef.
The competition brings the heat (thanks to the pressure of the surprise) and starts off with with a star-ingredient themed cooking round.
Jackson will then take to the streets to find a panel of six individuals to blindly taste the dishes. To even the playing field, the home chef has to receive only one vote to win a 5,000 prize.
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The competition brings the heat (thanks to the pressure of the surprise) and starts off with with a star-ingredient themed cooking round.
Jackson will then take to the streets to find a panel of six individuals to blindly taste the dishes. To even the playing field, the home chef has to receive only one vote to win a 5,000 prize.
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Chef Alex Guarnaschelli Remembers the ‘Make or Break Moment’ She Cut Off Her Fingertip While Filming ‘Alex vs America’
Star chefs competing against the home cooks are Eric Adjepong, Anne Burrell,...
- 8/25/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Veteran non-fiction agent Andy Stabile is joining Verve as Partner and Head of Unscripted, bringing the number of partners at the agency to ten. Stabile spent the last six years at ICM Partners, which he left in the aftermath of the agency’s acquisition by CAA. Before that, he was at CAA for 14 years. His start date at Verve is Tbd.
Bill Thompson, who had served as Head of Unscripted at Verve since joining four years ago when the agency set off to expand into the space, will stay on.
“Andy will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Verve and we’re excited to have him join the agency and the Partnership,” the Verve partners said in a statement. “His addition will not only bolster our existing Unscripted business but will allow us to expand our ability to bring advocacy to a broader spectrum of creators.”
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Bill Thompson, who had served as Head of Unscripted at Verve since joining four years ago when the agency set off to expand into the space, will stay on.
“Andy will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Verve and we’re excited to have him join the agency and the Partnership,” the Verve partners said in a statement. “His addition will not only bolster our existing Unscripted business but will allow us to expand our ability to bring advocacy to a broader spectrum of creators.”
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- 7/22/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Food Network continues to cook up its relationship with popular host Guy Fieri, who is gearing up to launch his sixth show with the network.
Fieri’s next outing is “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,” a culinary game show with celebrity guests competing in food-related games and trivia that brings some Hollywood flavor into the TV chef’s ever-growing repertoire.
The series — which launches on Aug. 31 at 9 p.m. — will air on both Food Network and Discovery Plus, further establishing Fieri’s presence in the new Warner Bros. Discovery era, both on linear and streaming.
“If you put a game show, late night talk show and a food competition show in a blender, you get ‘Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,’” Fieri said in a statement. “It’s the best dinner party you’ve ever been to — filled with food, booze, off-the-hook games and the funkiest live soundtrack around.”
The culinary game show,...
Fieri’s next outing is “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,” a culinary game show with celebrity guests competing in food-related games and trivia that brings some Hollywood flavor into the TV chef’s ever-growing repertoire.
The series — which launches on Aug. 31 at 9 p.m. — will air on both Food Network and Discovery Plus, further establishing Fieri’s presence in the new Warner Bros. Discovery era, both on linear and streaming.
“If you put a game show, late night talk show and a food competition show in a blender, you get ‘Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,’” Fieri said in a statement. “It’s the best dinner party you’ve ever been to — filled with food, booze, off-the-hook games and the funkiest live soundtrack around.”
The culinary game show,...
- 7/22/2022
- by Elizabeth Wagmeister
- Variety Film + TV
Add a helping of these food shows to your plate. MasterChef The season of seasoned vets continues on the Fox competition series. The first elimination round is set for Wednesday, June 15, when the 20 competing chefs — who previously appeared on the show — get a do-over on the dish that sent them home the first time around. A week later, on June 22, host Gordon Ramsay (above) tasks the remaining hopefuls with a fast-paced triple-dish challenge based on a boozy mystery box ingredient. Cheers!—Damian Holbrook Wednesdays, 8/7c, Fox Beachside Brawl (Credit: Food Network) Sand, surf, and turf wars are on the menu as two teams of four chefs representing the East and West coasts try to prove that their side of the country has the best beach eats. Hosted by chef Antonia Lofaso, the six-week culinary showdown kicks off with the foodies cooking up boardwalk-worthy grub ranging from the deep-fried and cheesy...
- 6/11/2022
- TV Insider
“The Great Food Truck Race” returns to Food Network and Discovery+ on Sunday, June 5, at 9 p.m. Et/Pt TheWrap can exclusively reveal.
In the returning show, hosted by Tyler Florence, nine teams of aspiring food truck owners must prove their cooking chops, marketing savvy and selling skills in high-stakes challenges to beat their rivals and stay in the race.
The eight-episode competition kicks off in Laguna Beach, Calif. with a spicy hot pepper challenge, then hits Venice for a visit from Chef Antonia Lofaso and a hemp-inspired menu challenge.
Other stops include Los Angeles, where the teams compete against two-time “Race” winners The Lime Truck, and Redondo Beach, for a lunch-on-the-go challenge judged by “Race” alumni Seoul Sausage. They’ll also serve beach volleyball players in Manhattan Beach and visit the Glamis Dunes.
The final showdown will take place in San Diego where one team is awarded the 50,000 grand prize.
In the returning show, hosted by Tyler Florence, nine teams of aspiring food truck owners must prove their cooking chops, marketing savvy and selling skills in high-stakes challenges to beat their rivals and stay in the race.
The eight-episode competition kicks off in Laguna Beach, Calif. with a spicy hot pepper challenge, then hits Venice for a visit from Chef Antonia Lofaso and a hemp-inspired menu challenge.
Other stops include Los Angeles, where the teams compete against two-time “Race” winners The Lime Truck, and Redondo Beach, for a lunch-on-the-go challenge judged by “Race” alumni Seoul Sausage. They’ll also serve beach volleyball players in Manhattan Beach and visit the Glamis Dunes.
The final showdown will take place in San Diego where one team is awarded the 50,000 grand prize.
- 5/2/2022
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
Almost two decades after her death, Julia Child is back in the media spotlight, the subject of a trio of projects.
The Sony Pictures Classics documentary “Julia,” from the “Rbg” team of Julie Cohen and Betsy West, was first out of the gate when it debuted on the fest circuit in September, followed March 16 by “The Julia Child Challenge” cooking competition on Food Network. The HBO Max scripted series “Julia” will arrive later this month, with Sarah Lancashire portraying the iconic chef.
In the reality show, eight self-proclaimed disciples of Child vie for the chance to win an all-expenses-paid, three-month cooking course at Le Cordon Bleu, where she studied in 1950, by whipping up their own spins on her iconic dishes.
Courtney White, outgoing president of Food Network and streaming food content at parent company Discovery, attributes the confluence of Child projects in part to her increased relevance during the pandemic,...
The Sony Pictures Classics documentary “Julia,” from the “Rbg” team of Julie Cohen and Betsy West, was first out of the gate when it debuted on the fest circuit in September, followed March 16 by “The Julia Child Challenge” cooking competition on Food Network. The HBO Max scripted series “Julia” will arrive later this month, with Sarah Lancashire portraying the iconic chef.
In the reality show, eight self-proclaimed disciples of Child vie for the chance to win an all-expenses-paid, three-month cooking course at Le Cordon Bleu, where she studied in 1950, by whipping up their own spins on her iconic dishes.
Courtney White, outgoing president of Food Network and streaming food content at parent company Discovery, attributes the confluence of Child projects in part to her increased relevance during the pandemic,...
- 3/17/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Is there any better way to honor Julia Child’s legacy as a beloved, iconic chef than through a little kitchen competition? The Julia Child Challenge sees eight home cooks from all walks of life taking on culinary challenges. In the end, one wins the opportunity to follow in the legend’s footsteps with an all-expense-paid three-month cooking course at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Head judge Antonia Lofaso welcomes a rotating panel of discriminating palates to the dinner table to help with the decision-making process. In order to create a high level of authenticity in aesthetics and heart, producers collaborated with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts. Lofaso lets us in on how the show’s storytelling ingredients celebrate all things Julia. When did you first learn about Julia Child? Antonia Lofaso: I remember as far back as just being a kid and watching reruns of her shows.
- 3/12/2022
- TV Insider
“Top Chef,” “Chopped” and “Cutthroat Kitchen” alum chef Antonia Lofaso is the head judge of Food Network and Discovery Plus’ upcoming primetime cooking competition “The Julia Child Challenge.” It’s important to make that title clear up front as, though Lofaso is the vibrant live chef in the room with the contestants, the vibrant Julia Child herself serves as host via a giant screen playing classic black-and-white footage of the food icon hosting “The French Chef” in the center of a kitchen modeled to look just like her own.
And if the show didn’t have that literal larger-than-life component at its core, president of Food Network and streaming food content at Discovery Courtney White tells Variety she wouldn’t have picked up “The Julia Child Challenge.”
“We had been pitched Julia-centric ideas over the years,” White said. “They always felt like they were very technical focused. And we’re...
And if the show didn’t have that literal larger-than-life component at its core, president of Food Network and streaming food content at Discovery Courtney White tells Variety she wouldn’t have picked up “The Julia Child Challenge.”
“We had been pitched Julia-centric ideas over the years,” White said. “They always felt like they were very technical focused. And we’re...
- 3/10/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
It's National Meatball Day and what better way to celebrate than learning how to make the best meatballs in town with "Top Chef" star Antonia Lofaso! The Chef and Owner of Scopa Italian Roots is showing Justin Sylvester and Tia Carrere how to make her grandmother's meatball recipe. Chef Lofaso explains that the secret to her delicious meatballs is the panade she starts with that acts as a thickening agent. Let's get cooking! Ingredients • 1 1/2 lbs of ground beef • 2 tbsp of chopped garlic • 4 slices of cubed white bread, crusts removed • 1 cup of heavy cream • 2...
- 3/10/2022
- E! Online
Bon appetit! A cooking competition inspired by culinary legend Julia Child and featuring her “superfans” as contestants has been ordered at Food Network and Discovery Plus, Variety has learned exclusively.
Based on the legacy of Child, who motivated generations of home cooks with her talent, enthusiasm and humor, “The Julia Child Challenge” will see eight top-notch home cooks compete in high-stakes culinary challenges to find out who has the fire, skill and passion to win the first-ever primetime competition series dedicated to all things Julia, per the show’s official description. The competitors, all Julia Child superfans, share personal stories about their hero, cook in a kitchen recreated in the likeness of where Julia herself cooked, using the same ingredients Julia used and are even guided by Julia herself through a larger-than-life television screen right in the middle of all the action.
“The Julia Child Challenge” features Antonia Lofaso as...
Based on the legacy of Child, who motivated generations of home cooks with her talent, enthusiasm and humor, “The Julia Child Challenge” will see eight top-notch home cooks compete in high-stakes culinary challenges to find out who has the fire, skill and passion to win the first-ever primetime competition series dedicated to all things Julia, per the show’s official description. The competitors, all Julia Child superfans, share personal stories about their hero, cook in a kitchen recreated in the likeness of where Julia herself cooked, using the same ingredients Julia used and are even guided by Julia herself through a larger-than-life television screen right in the middle of all the action.
“The Julia Child Challenge” features Antonia Lofaso as...
- 2/16/2022
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Guy Fieri is cooking up another chapter of Tournament of Champions as Food Network renews the competition series for Season 3.
Set to return Sunday, Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, Tournament of Champions III will feature two-hour long episodes and 32 talented chefs vying for the $100,000 grand prize, the largest reward in the tournament’s history.
The skills and abilities of the best chefs from the East and West coasts will be pushed to the limit, as host Guy Fieri spins the dreaded 5-wheeled randomizer that determines each cook-off: the protein, produce, equipment, cooking style, and time. A panel of judges, including Scott Conant, Cat Cora, Dominique Crenn and Giada De Laurentiis will evaluate the dishes blind. Judges also include Traci Des Jardins, Rocco Dispirito, Lorena Garcia, Alex Guarnaschelli, Mashaharu Morimoto, Eric Ripert, Nancy Silverton, Ming Tsai, and Jonathan Waxman. Hunter Fieri will follow all the action backstage, capturing chefs...
Set to return Sunday, Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, Tournament of Champions III will feature two-hour long episodes and 32 talented chefs vying for the $100,000 grand prize, the largest reward in the tournament’s history.
The skills and abilities of the best chefs from the East and West coasts will be pushed to the limit, as host Guy Fieri spins the dreaded 5-wheeled randomizer that determines each cook-off: the protein, produce, equipment, cooking style, and time. A panel of judges, including Scott Conant, Cat Cora, Dominique Crenn and Giada De Laurentiis will evaluate the dishes blind. Judges also include Traci Des Jardins, Rocco Dispirito, Lorena Garcia, Alex Guarnaschelli, Mashaharu Morimoto, Eric Ripert, Nancy Silverton, Ming Tsai, and Jonathan Waxman. Hunter Fieri will follow all the action backstage, capturing chefs...
- 1/18/2022
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Over the weekend, MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) hosted the 19th annual “Night Before” party, reimagined as a special virtual edition.
MPTF Online Night Before Event 2021
Credit/Copyright: Alex J. Berliner/ ABImages for MPTF
Hosted by the incomparable Wayne Brady, the evening raised nearly $2 million, which will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
The virtual party was filled with outstanding musical and comedy moments, including performances from legendary artists Andra Day, Gary Oldman, D-Nice, The E. Family ft Pete Escovedo, Sheila E., Juan Escovedo, and Peter Michael Escovedo, Macy Gray, and Jeff Ross, as well as host Brady. 12-time Oscar nominee Diane Warren participated in a special segment, highlighting some of her most memorable nominated songs with performances from LeAnn Rimes, El DeBarge, Laura Pausini, and Brandon Victor Dixon. The night also included special appearances from Lena Hall,...
MPTF Online Night Before Event 2021
Credit/Copyright: Alex J. Berliner/ ABImages for MPTF
Hosted by the incomparable Wayne Brady, the evening raised nearly $2 million, which will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
The virtual party was filled with outstanding musical and comedy moments, including performances from legendary artists Andra Day, Gary Oldman, D-Nice, The E. Family ft Pete Escovedo, Sheila E., Juan Escovedo, and Peter Michael Escovedo, Macy Gray, and Jeff Ross, as well as host Brady. 12-time Oscar nominee Diane Warren participated in a special segment, highlighting some of her most memorable nominated songs with performances from LeAnn Rimes, El DeBarge, Laura Pausini, and Brandon Victor Dixon. The night also included special appearances from Lena Hall,...
- 4/26/2021
- Look to the Stars
MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) has announced the star-studded line-up of performers that will join the 19th annual “Night Before” party, which will take place virtually on Saturday, April 24.
Legendary artists including Gary Oldman, D-Nice, The E. Family ft Pete Escovedo, Sheila E., Juan Escovedo, and Peter Michael Escovedo, Macy Gray, and Jeff Ross will deliver memorable musical and comedy moments for guests, who will also be treated to a performance from the night’s host, Wayne Brady. 12-time Oscar nominee Diane Warren will participate in a special segment, highlighting some of her most memorable nominated songs with performances from LeAnn Rimes, El DeBarge, Laura Pausini, and Brandon Victor Dixon. The night will also include special appearances from Lena Hall and Carla Renata.
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
Legendary artists including Gary Oldman, D-Nice, The E. Family ft Pete Escovedo, Sheila E., Juan Escovedo, and Peter Michael Escovedo, Macy Gray, and Jeff Ross will deliver memorable musical and comedy moments for guests, who will also be treated to a performance from the night’s host, Wayne Brady. 12-time Oscar nominee Diane Warren will participate in a special segment, highlighting some of her most memorable nominated songs with performances from LeAnn Rimes, El DeBarge, Laura Pausini, and Brandon Victor Dixon. The night will also include special appearances from Lena Hall and Carla Renata.
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
- 4/23/2021
- Look to the Stars
MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) announced that its 19th annual “Night Before” party, which will take place virtually on Saturday, April 24, will be hosted by multi-hyphenate stage and screen star Wayne Brady, who will also showcase his musical talents with his new single “Move Your Body” as one of the evening’s performers.
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time. Additional performers and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks.
“We are beyond thrilled to have Wayne Brady hosting this year’s very special ‘Night Before’ celebration. Wayne’s unique set of talents will surely set the stage for an evening our guests won’t soon forget as we celebrate the film community along with our 100th anniversary of service on the eve of the Oscars,...
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time. Additional performers and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks.
“We are beyond thrilled to have Wayne Brady hosting this year’s very special ‘Night Before’ celebration. Wayne’s unique set of talents will surely set the stage for an evening our guests won’t soon forget as we celebrate the film community along with our 100th anniversary of service on the eve of the Oscars,...
- 4/14/2021
- Look to the Stars
Melissa Stokes, exec producer of HBO Max’s Selena + Chef, is preparing to stick with the streamer after striking an overall deal.
The arrangement will see Stokes (left), who also recently worked on Craftopia, continue to collaborate as an exec producer on HBO Max unscripted shows.
In addition, the streamer will have first-look rights to all of Stokes own projects, unscripted concepts that she owns or controls.
It is the WarnerMedia-owned platform’s latest overall arrangement in the unscripted arena – last summer it struck a deal with Love Is Blind showrunner Sam Dean.
Stokes recently wrapped production on Selena + Chef, Craftopia and baking competition series Baketopia.
Selena + Chef stars pop star Selena Gomez as she cooks up a variety of cuisines with a selection of expert chefs including Antonia Lofaso, Ludo Lefebvre, Roy Choi and Tanya Holland. The first season launched on August 13 and the second season...
The arrangement will see Stokes (left), who also recently worked on Craftopia, continue to collaborate as an exec producer on HBO Max unscripted shows.
In addition, the streamer will have first-look rights to all of Stokes own projects, unscripted concepts that she owns or controls.
It is the WarnerMedia-owned platform’s latest overall arrangement in the unscripted arena – last summer it struck a deal with Love Is Blind showrunner Sam Dean.
Stokes recently wrapped production on Selena + Chef, Craftopia and baking competition series Baketopia.
Selena + Chef stars pop star Selena Gomez as she cooks up a variety of cuisines with a selection of expert chefs including Antonia Lofaso, Ludo Lefebvre, Roy Choi and Tanya Holland. The first season launched on August 13 and the second season...
- 3/17/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) has announced that its 19th annual “Night Before” party will take place, virtually, on Saturday, April 24.
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
MPTF will also be celebrating the very special honor of receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at this year’s Oscars. This marks the first time an organization will be recognized with this award, after the Board of Governors voted to amend the rules in light of MPTF’s humanitarian efforts in the industry. Jean Hersholt, for whom the award is named, served as president of MPTF for 18 years, from 1938 until his death in 1956. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, MPTF has been a safety net for entertainment industry members, both working and retired, for the past century by providing social,...
Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time.
MPTF will also be celebrating the very special honor of receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at this year’s Oscars. This marks the first time an organization will be recognized with this award, after the Board of Governors voted to amend the rules in light of MPTF’s humanitarian efforts in the industry. Jean Hersholt, for whom the award is named, served as president of MPTF for 18 years, from 1938 until his death in 1956. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, MPTF has been a safety net for entertainment industry members, both working and retired, for the past century by providing social,...
- 3/16/2021
- Look to the Stars
With the 2021 Academy Awards telecast just six weeks away, one of the weekend’s most star-studded events has announced that it’s going virtual due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Motion Picture & Television Fund confirmed today that its 19th annual “Night Before” event will stream online April 24. The virtual “Night Before” is being designed and produced by Kerry Brown and his Rolling Live Studios. Also on the invite is chef Antonia Lofaso who is overseeing a curated VIP pre-event mixer that will be hosted by Billy Harris. The organization went virtual last fall for it’s pre-Emmy Awards celebration that was hosted by WME partner ...
Motion Picture & Television Fund confirmed today that its 19th annual “Night Before” event will stream online April 24. The virtual “Night Before” is being designed and produced by Kerry Brown and his Rolling Live Studios. Also on the invite is chef Antonia Lofaso who is overseeing a curated VIP pre-event mixer that will be hosted by Billy Harris. The organization went virtual last fall for it’s pre-Emmy Awards celebration that was hosted by WME partner ...
- 3/10/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
With the 2021 Academy Awards telecast just six weeks away, one of the weekend’s most star-studded events has announced that it’s going virtual due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Motion Picture & Television Fund confirmed today that its 19th annual “Night Before” event will stream online April 24. The virtual “Night Before” is being designed and produced by Kerry Brown and his Rolling Live Studios. Also on the invite is chef Antonia Lofaso who is overseeing a curated VIP pre-event mixer that will be hosted by Billy Harris. The organization went virtual last fall for it’s pre-Emmy Awards celebration that was hosted by WME partner ...
Motion Picture & Television Fund confirmed today that its 19th annual “Night Before” event will stream online April 24. The virtual “Night Before” is being designed and produced by Kerry Brown and his Rolling Live Studios. Also on the invite is chef Antonia Lofaso who is overseeing a curated VIP pre-event mixer that will be hosted by Billy Harris. The organization went virtual last fall for it’s pre-Emmy Awards celebration that was hosted by WME partner ...
- 3/10/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about shows including The Flight Attendant, The Stand, Station 19 and Mom!
1 | How badly do you want The Handmaid’s Tale to do a flashback episode in Season 4 or 5, just so The Prom‘s Jo Ellen Pellman can play a young June?
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2 | Blue Bloods is simply inviting everyone over for Sunday night dinner now,...
1 | How badly do you want The Handmaid’s Tale to do a flashback episode in Season 4 or 5, just so The Prom‘s Jo Ellen Pellman can play a young June?
More from TVLineThe Flight Attendant Season 2 Will Bring Back [Spoiler] 'In Some Form'Performer of the Week: Kaley CuocoThe Stand Premiere: Yep, That's [Spoiler] Playing Potus in Episode 1
2 | Blue Bloods is simply inviting everyone over for Sunday night dinner now,...
- 12/18/2020
- by Vlada Gelman, Matt Webb Mitovich, Michael Ausiello, Kimberly Roots, Andy Swift, Dave Nemetz, Rebecca Iannucci, Ryan Schwartz, Nick Caruso and Charlie Mason
- TVLine.com
In today’s TV news roundup, NBC set premiere dates for “Mr. Mayor” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” and the Food Network announced the third season premiere date of “Supermarket Stakeout.”
Casting
David Iacono has joined the cast of Showtime’s “City on a Hill” in a recurring role. He will portray Faust Aquino, Benny’s classmate and potential love interest, appearing in key scenes with opposite Kevin Bacon. Iacono previously starred in “Grand Army,” “Social Distance” and “St. Vincent.” He is represented by Natasha Matallana at Take 3 Talent.
Dates
Time magazine is partnering with NBC on “Time Person of the Year” broadcast special, set to air on Dec. 10 at 10 p.m. The event will celebrate influential people in specific sectors, including Businessperson of the Year, Athlete of the Year and Guardians of the Year, selected by Time editors. The program will also feature exclusive interviews, in-depth profiles and musical performances.
Casting
David Iacono has joined the cast of Showtime’s “City on a Hill” in a recurring role. He will portray Faust Aquino, Benny’s classmate and potential love interest, appearing in key scenes with opposite Kevin Bacon. Iacono previously starred in “Grand Army,” “Social Distance” and “St. Vincent.” He is represented by Natasha Matallana at Take 3 Talent.
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Time magazine is partnering with NBC on “Time Person of the Year” broadcast special, set to air on Dec. 10 at 10 p.m. The event will celebrate influential people in specific sectors, including Businessperson of the Year, Athlete of the Year and Guardians of the Year, selected by Time editors. The program will also feature exclusive interviews, in-depth profiles and musical performances.
- 11/20/2020
- by Janet W. Lee
- Variety Film + TV
“Crip Camp,” “Gunda” and “Time” are among the films that have made Doc NYC’s 2020 “Short List,” an annual attempt by the New York-based festival to identify the nonfiction films most likely to play a significant part in awards season.
Those three films were also included in the Critics Choice Documentary Awards nominations for Best Documentary Feature, and on the International Documentary Association’s shortlist from which the Ida chooses nominees for the Ida Documentary Awards. They are the only three movies to land on all three lists.
Nine additional films on the Doc NYC list were also singled out either by the Ida or Critics Choice: “Boys State,” “Collective,” “Dick Johnson Is Dead,” “The Fight,” “MLK/FBI,” “76 Days,” “The Social Dilemma,” “The Truffle Hunters” and “Welcome to Chechnya.”
Other films on the Doc NYC list, which is made up of 15 documentaries, are “I Am Greta,” “On the Record” and “A Thousand Cuts.
Those three films were also included in the Critics Choice Documentary Awards nominations for Best Documentary Feature, and on the International Documentary Association’s shortlist from which the Ida chooses nominees for the Ida Documentary Awards. They are the only three movies to land on all three lists.
Nine additional films on the Doc NYC list were also singled out either by the Ida or Critics Choice: “Boys State,” “Collective,” “Dick Johnson Is Dead,” “The Fight,” “MLK/FBI,” “76 Days,” “The Social Dilemma,” “The Truffle Hunters” and “Welcome to Chechnya.”
Other films on the Doc NYC list, which is made up of 15 documentaries, are “I Am Greta,” “On the Record” and “A Thousand Cuts.
- 11/9/2020
- by Steve Pond
- The Wrap
It’s order’s up for Selena + Chef as HBO Max announced Thursday that the quarantine cooking show will return for season two. With the sophomore season, the singer can look forward to whipping up even more delicious and challenging dishes in the comfort of her home.
“Learning from some of the best chefs in the world has vastly improved my cooking skills but I have a lot more to learn. I am looking forward to challenging myself in the kitchen on the next season,” Gomez said.
The unscripted quarantine cooking show sees the “Lose You To Love Me” singer prepare a wide variety of dishes, while a slew of expert chefs virtually guide her through each and every step. Selena + Chef, which premiered on HBO Max earlier in August, featured Gomez teaming up with culinary masters including Antonia Lofaso, Ludo Lefebvre, Roy Choi and Tanya Holland. In each episode,...
“Learning from some of the best chefs in the world has vastly improved my cooking skills but I have a lot more to learn. I am looking forward to challenging myself in the kitchen on the next season,” Gomez said.
The unscripted quarantine cooking show sees the “Lose You To Love Me” singer prepare a wide variety of dishes, while a slew of expert chefs virtually guide her through each and every step. Selena + Chef, which premiered on HBO Max earlier in August, featured Gomez teaming up with culinary masters including Antonia Lofaso, Ludo Lefebvre, Roy Choi and Tanya Holland. In each episode,...
- 8/27/2020
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Selena Gomez admits “I really love to eat, but I’m not the best cook” in her new trailer for Selena + Chef. The 10-part series launches on August 13th via HBO Max and features master chefs teaching Gomez how to cook remotely, minding social distancing during quarantine, with each of them working within their own kitchens.
In the clip, which is soundtracked by the pop star’s own Rare cut,”Look at Her Now,” Gomez chops, dices, and sometimes burns and undercooks things in her kitchen. After she makes her...
In the clip, which is soundtracked by the pop star’s own Rare cut,”Look at Her Now,” Gomez chops, dices, and sometimes burns and undercooks things in her kitchen. After she makes her...
- 8/6/2020
- by Althea Legaspi
- Rollingstone.com
In today’s TV news roundup, HBO Max released the trailer and premiere date for Selena Gomez’s “Selena + Chef,” and CBS announced the Season 2 premiere date for “Love Island.”
Renewals
TruTV has renewed comedy series “Tacoma Fd” for a 13-episode third season. The series follows members of a fire department in a city where it often rains, rendering their job somewhat uneventful. To pass the time, the department engages in competitions and rivalries and responds to strange emergency calls. The show’s creators, Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme, also star as the chief and captain of the department, respectively. The two actors also executive produce “Tacoma Fd” with David Miner and Greg Walter.
TruTV also renewed its comedy show “The Misery Index,” hosted by Jameela Jamil, for a third season. The second half of Season 2 will air in October. Teams on the show compete to give “misery index” ratings to various comedic real-life events,...
Renewals
TruTV has renewed comedy series “Tacoma Fd” for a 13-episode third season. The series follows members of a fire department in a city where it often rains, rendering their job somewhat uneventful. To pass the time, the department engages in competitions and rivalries and responds to strange emergency calls. The show’s creators, Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme, also star as the chief and captain of the department, respectively. The two actors also executive produce “Tacoma Fd” with David Miner and Greg Walter.
TruTV also renewed its comedy show “The Misery Index,” hosted by Jameela Jamil, for a third season. The second half of Season 2 will air in October. Teams on the show compete to give “misery index” ratings to various comedic real-life events,...
- 8/5/2020
- by Eli Countryman
- Variety Film + TV
Selena Gomez busts out her cooking chops in the new HBO Max series Selena + Chef. From perfecting French omelettes to undercooking cheese soufflés, the singer said that testing her culinary skills helped get her out of the quarantine rut.
“I was definitely getting down and a lot is going on,” the singer said during HBO’s TCA session on Wednesday. “[The show] was an opportunity to make something that could make people smile.”
The Dolittle star, joined by producer Aaron Saidman and chef Antonia Lofaso, shared that her first unscripted series afforded her the skills and confidence to take on challenging dishes. While some of the show’s featured recipes, including one for a spicy miso ramen, have become staples for the singer, Gomez said she intends on staying away from others.
“I really, really didn’t like that. It’s a whole process never doing again in my life,” Gomez said...
“I was definitely getting down and a lot is going on,” the singer said during HBO’s TCA session on Wednesday. “[The show] was an opportunity to make something that could make people smile.”
The Dolittle star, joined by producer Aaron Saidman and chef Antonia Lofaso, shared that her first unscripted series afforded her the skills and confidence to take on challenging dishes. While some of the show’s featured recipes, including one for a spicy miso ramen, have become staples for the singer, Gomez said she intends on staying away from others.
“I really, really didn’t like that. It’s a whole process never doing again in my life,” Gomez said...
- 8/5/2020
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO Max released the trailer for Selena Gomez’s new cooking show “Selena + Chef” on Wednesday, in which the actress and singer learns to cook (remotely) from 10 celebrity chefs.
Described as an “unapologetically authentic cookalong,” the series sees Gomez joined by 10 world-renowned chefs — Angelo Sosa, Antonia Lofaso, Candice Kumai, Daniel Holzman, Jon & Vinny, Ludo Lefebvre, Nancy Silverton, Nyesha Arrington, Roy Choi and Tonya Holland — to “tackle cuisines of every variety, share invaluable tips and tricks, and deal with everything from smoking ovens to missing ingredients.”
“Having some of the best chefs open up their kitchens to me was a humbling and fun experience,” Gomez said in a statement. “I definitely discovered I have a lot more to learn. I’m also really happy that we were able to highlight and raise money for some incredible charitable organizations.”
The series will debut on HBO Max on Thursday, Aug. 13.
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Described as an “unapologetically authentic cookalong,” the series sees Gomez joined by 10 world-renowned chefs — Angelo Sosa, Antonia Lofaso, Candice Kumai, Daniel Holzman, Jon & Vinny, Ludo Lefebvre, Nancy Silverton, Nyesha Arrington, Roy Choi and Tonya Holland — to “tackle cuisines of every variety, share invaluable tips and tricks, and deal with everything from smoking ovens to missing ingredients.”
“Having some of the best chefs open up their kitchens to me was a humbling and fun experience,” Gomez said in a statement. “I definitely discovered I have a lot more to learn. I’m also really happy that we were able to highlight and raise money for some incredible charitable organizations.”
The series will debut on HBO Max on Thursday, Aug. 13.
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- 8/5/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Selena Gomez is a woman of many talents… but if the trailer for her new HBO Max series is any indication, cooking is not one of them. (Not yet, at least.)
The streamer on Wednesday unveiled a full-length promo for Selena + Chef, Gomez’s unscripted culinary series that will drop Thursday, Aug. 13. In each of the 10 episodes, Gomez will be joined remotely by a professional chef as she attempts various meals, learns invaluable tips and encounters obstacles like missing ingredients, smoking ovens and, in at least one case, undercooked food.
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The streamer on Wednesday unveiled a full-length promo for Selena + Chef, Gomez’s unscripted culinary series that will drop Thursday, Aug. 13. In each of the 10 episodes, Gomez will be joined remotely by a professional chef as she attempts various meals, learns invaluable tips and encounters obstacles like missing ingredients, smoking ovens and, in at least one case, undercooked food.
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- 8/5/2020
- by Rebecca Iannucci
- TVLine.com
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