It's serious Southwestern Sting as chefs Roger Mooking and Aaron Sanchez challenge their palates with smokin' hot Santa Fe red and green chili. Then, it's true 'hot' chocolate made with some of the hottest chili peppers out there. But there can only be one Chili Champion, and the boys' showdown is a pulled-pork sandwich so hot, that even the chili-loving locals can't take it.
For the pre-heat, host Bobby Deen challenges the nine bakers to take seasonal hot beverages like hot chocolate and apple cider a step further by turning them into desserts. Then, in the main heat, these culinary artisans show off their decorating skills by creating a filled Bundt cake wreath.
Say "I Love You" with one of America's favorite foods-chocolate! Al's going to make truffles with a New York chocolatier, and a top French chef who has turned into a truffle maker. Al's going to learn to make a chocolate dinner, and work with hot fudge.
Geoffrey Zakarian highlights some of The Kitchen's most decadent chocolate desserts and pairs the sweets with two spins on classic cocktails, a Frosty Brandy Alexander and a Blood Orange Ramos Gin Fizz, for a balanced and fun chocolate celebration. Jeff Mauro makes his Favorite Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Malted Frosting, and Alex Guarnaschelli serves up a Chilled Fruit "Fondue" Board. Plus, Sunny Anderson whips up a decadent Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cookie Cheesecake, Katie Lee Biegel prepares Chilled "Hot Chocolate" Pudding with Marshmallow Whipped Cream, and Geoffrey keeps the chocolate party going with his kids' favorite Brownie Tart.
Pat and Gina are getting their breakfast on with a Stuffed French Toast, Neely's Homemade Hash Browns, Gina's Brown Sugar Bacon and the perfect Coconut Hot Chocolate to top off the morning.
These days you'll hear people talk about chocolate like wine connoisseurs talk about wine, or coffee lovers talk about their favorite java. It can be complicated. But in the end nothing beats a good old-fashioned no-frills chocolate dessert. So today, that’s what Bobby’s making. After a visit to famed chocolatier Jacques Torres’ Chocolate Haven, Bobby heads back to his kitchen to make his chocolate cornpone pudding with Hot Mexican Chocolate sauce, his tooth-tingling milk chocolate banana pudding, and a knockout white chocolate rice pudding. In the end it's up to the experts--two neighborhood children--to judge the results.
Ree Drummond and her daughter Paige reminisce about an incredible trip to New York over an afternoon tea party for two! On the menu are divine Ham and Leek Mini Quiches, Garden Spread Finger Sandwiches, Lemon Raspberry Tarts and Mini Doughnut Muffins. To drink, they sip Fancy Hot Chocolate poured over chocolate cup toppers.
The Kitchen has the perfect bites and bevvies for your next shindig! Jeff Mauro whips up White Hot Pizza Dip and pairs it with Geoffrey Zakarian's Lambrusco Spritz. Alex Guarnaschelli shares her homemade Salt & Vinegar-ish Potato Chips and serves them with a Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip. Then, Katie Lee Biegel puts a twist on dessert with her Chocolate Hazelnut Fondue.
Food Network stars reveal foods they love to start their day with...from Giada & Wicked Spicy Hot Chocolate, to Bobby Flay's love for Peanut Butter and Banana Stuffed French Toast, and Duff Goldman's favorite huevos fiesta.
Noah Cappe heads to the Greater Baton Rouge State Fair for a helping of Cajun treats, like the Cajun Boudin Taco and Pecan Pie Pop. Then he's off to bask in the lights -- and eats -- of the Aurora Winter Festival in Toronto, Canada. He boogies down with the Sausage Party Roll and warms up with a piping hot mug of Candy Cane Hot Chocolate.