After besting each and every one of his Star Salvation rivals, Yaku earned sweet redemption and the opportunity to return to the Food Network Star competition. Go on set to see what the battles demanded from Yaku and the other hopefuls.
Before one finalist can be crowned the newest Star, hopefuls will have to impress judge-mentors Bobby and Giada during the job interview of their lives.
Congratulations, Tregaye!
Meet Your New Food Network Star
In an emotional reveal, Tregaye earned the coveted title. Join her on set in an exclusive winning interview.
So Close to Stardom
Despite impressive pilots, Damiano and Jernard fell to Tregaye in the finale.
A Finale On Fleek
The last day of the season proved to be a celebration of the journey to Stardom.
Food Network Star Extras
12 Unforgettable Moments
Relive all the twists in this season's momentous journey.
A Letter from Alex
The judge welcomes Tregaye to the network with hearty congrats.
Behind-the-Scenes Photos
Look back on candid snapshots of the cast and mentors on set.
Even Mentors Make Mistakes
Watch hilarious footage of Bobby and Giada flubbing lines on set.
Make All the Winning Dishes
We rounded up the mentors' top picks of plates from the season.
Drama, Drama, Drama
Never-before-seen clips reveal rivalries among the finalists.
Star Scrapbooks for the Final 3
Inside Damiano's Journal
This Italian pastry chef charmed judges and fans alike.
About Jernard's Journey
There was dancing — a whole lot dancing, in fact.
Tregaye's Poppin' Tell-All
This on-fleek Star left her mark on the competition.
Exclusive: Tour the Star Set
Browse photos of Food Star Kitchen to see the show's cameras, peek inside the pantry and learn what the rivals found at their prep stations.
All About Star Salvation
After besting each and every one of his Star Salvation rivals, Yaku earned sweet redemption and the opportunity to return to the Food Network Star competition. Go on set to see what the battles demanded from Yaku and the other hopefuls.
Quizzes: Are You a Food Network Superfan?
Learn Your Star Potential
Do you have winners' chops, or would you go home early?
Can You Guess the Chefs?
See if you know who prepared a recipe by looking at the dish.
Which Show Would You Win?
Find out if you have an evilicious spirit or the skills of a worst cook.
The Judges' Best-Ever Recipes
Bobby's and Giada's top recipes deliver tried-and-true results every time.
Star-Powered Cooking Chops
Season 12 Finalists
Aaron Crumbaugh
Q&A | Bio | PhotosAna Quincoces
Q&A | Bio | PhotosDamiano Carrara
Q&A | Bio | PhotosErin Campbell
Q&A | Bio | PhotosHavird Usry
Q&A | Bio | PhotosJernard Wells
Q&A | Bio | PhotosJoy Thompson
Q&A | Bio | PhotosMartita Jara
Q&A | Bio | PhotosMelissa Pfeister
Q&A | Bio | PhotosMonterey Salka
Q&A | Bio | PhotosRob Burmeister
Q&A | Bio | PhotosTregaye Fraser
Q&A | Bio | PhotosYaku Moton-Spruill
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Meet the Hosts
Before one finalist can be crowned the newest Star, hopefuls will have to impress judge-mentors Bobby and Giada during the job interview of their lives.
About the Mentors