Five of the finest cookie makers around push the envelope when Eddie Jackson calls on them to craft creative Christmas cards out of cookies. Deciding which ones get "returned to sender" are judges Ree Drummond, Gesine Prado and Aarti Sequeira. Then the bakers reach for new heights by building beautiful Christmas tree toppers out of cookies and incorporating classic toppings like mini marshmallows and maraschino cherries. When the luster dust settles, one cookie maker stands alone at the top of the heap with the $10,000 grand prize.
Eddie Jackson challenges five talented cookie makers to flex their skills with classic cookie cutters, using them to make dazzling designs that have nothing to do with the cutters' original shapes. Judges Ree Drummond, Dan Langan and Aarti Sequeira decide which cookie creations are a cut above. Then the stakes become crystal clear as the competitors use edible stained glass to make cookie versions of traditional Christmas decorations like trees, wreaths and lanterns. With $10,000 in their sights, they strive to make displays that are all sweetness and light.
Host Eddie Jackson welcomes five fabulously festive cookie makers into Santa's workshop. First up is the decorating challenge where the bakers craft two different decorated Christmas tree cookies. After judges Ree Drummond, Dan Langan and Aarti Sequeira size up the trees, they must release two cookie makers from the competition. The remaining three finalists are "puzzled" by the display challenge where they must create a giant cookie puzzle based on a Christmas carol. All the pieces will fit together for the one talented cookie maker who will leave the North Pole $10,000 richer.
Guy Fieri's looking for a clambake without leaving the ranch. Aarti Sequeira whips up some Hushpuppies with an Indian twist and then sweetens up the party with juniper-infused Blueberry Cobbler. Rocco DiSpirito gets creative with his Clam Chowder Jalapeno Poppers and brings it on home with a Southampton Clambake in a Can. Ming Tsai gets the party started with his Lemongrass Shandy before offering up some Honey Gingered Corn en Papillote. Jonathan Waxman prepares his Seafood al Cartoccio and a simple yet luxurious Grilled Zucchini and Eggplant Casserole with a Pistachio Pesto.
Guy Fieri's laying down a challenge to see who can layer on the flavor. Aarti Sequeira starts off with a classic Indian Bombay Frankie and then rolls out some Lahmajun, or Armenian pizza. Rocco DiSpirito's layering the booze with his Dubliner and then goes old-school with a new take on his Ten-Layer Lasagna Bolognese. Ming Tsai is making some Kimchee Beef Scallion Pancakes with Watercress Slaw and then sweetening things up with his Coconut Cream and Chocolate Rice Cake Parfait. Jonathan Waxman wows the crowd with his tasty Timballo and tantalizing Tartiflette.
They've seen every episode and know every twist, and now three of GGG's biggest superfans get to play their favorite Flavortown games! Luckily, their favorite GGG judges -- Beau MacMillan, Damaris Phillips and Aarti Sequeira -- are on hand to mentor them as they attempt to shop for a dynamite diner dish using kiddie carts. Then, these GGG aficionados must stretch their dollars to the limit to make their best seafood dinner on a budget. The last superfan standing gets to shop their favorite store, Flavortown Market, for up to $20,000!
Guy Fieri and his chef friends are all about making dishes with the cheap cuts. Aarti Sequeira whips up some healthy Vegetable Pakoras along with her hometown favorite, Mangalore Buns. Michael Voltaggio starts off with a bold and boozy Brass Monkey before making a meal out of Mussels Escabeche. Justin Warner creates a faux queso for his Tacos con Lengua and spices things up with Sichuan-Inspired Cabbage. Jonathan Waxman beer-braises a Lamb Shoulder with Onions and Turnips and brings this feast to its sweet end with his delicious Applesauce and Maple Cake.
Guy Fieri invites some of his chef buddies to the ranch to prepare an Asian fusion meal that bridges the cultural divide. Justin Warner makes a sweet and tangy Korean Barbecue Meatloaf, while Aaron May takes a Chino-Latino approach to his Pork "Al Pastor" Fried Rice with Pineapple and Onions. Aarti Sequeira makes savory Indonesian Pork Larb Burgers with Sticky Rice Buns. Carl Ruiz gives his Five Spice Lamb Salad the flavor of the Far East, and Alex Guarnaschelli reinvents the Italian cannoli for her Sesame Cannoli with Ginger.
Guy Fieri is waking up to a ton of brunch with a crunch. Chef Aarti Sequeira starts the day off right with her take on a French 75 cocktail before she busts out an "Everything Bagel" Samosa Bar buffet and a hearty, crunchy Peanut Fried Steak with Yogurt Turmeric Gravy. Chef Justin Warner leans towards lunch with his Shrimp Corn Dogs with Boili and a perfectly Crispy Skin Salmon with Yuzu Hollandaise. Chef Jonathan Waxman prepares his crispy, delicious Pork Milanese with Watermelon Radish Salad and then shares a new brunch favorite, Dungeness Crab Tacos.
Guy Fieri wants a little of everything. Chef Adam Sobel pours White Peach and Purple Basil Bellini and treats Guy to his Tokyo-Style Hashbrowns and some Strawberry Coconut Crème Brûlée French Toast. Chef Mei Lin makes Guy flip for Fried Mochi Dumplings with Pork and Dried Radish before opening his palate with Okonomiyaki. Chef Aarti Sequeira has Guy try savory Tomato Chaat Pie and rolls up some Rice and Coconut Crêpes with Mango Cardamom Stuffing. Chef Joe Sasto is betting on ‘Nduja Baked Clams Casino and crossing over cuisines with "Chicago Beef" Birria Tacos.