Co-hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi assign the fatigued chefs famous works of art to use for inspiration as they cook for judge Fariyal Abdullahi. Then, the unrelenting twists and turns continue into hour 13 as the chefs must turn ingredients for a lumberjack breakfast into an entirely different meal for judge Brooke Williamson.
Guy Fieri takes a seat at the family table; In Glendale, Ariz., a German restaurant making sauerbraten from scratch; in Northern California, an old saloon serving lamb shanks and minestrone that's a meal; and in Fort Worth, Texas, a Texas institution dishing up all the classics from pot roast, to giblet gravy and beef tips.
Kardea Brown leans into her freezer and pantry on a night she doesn't have much inspiration to cook. She uses some prepared items to make a full, fresh, delicious and hearty meal with a Salad Bar Salad, Chicken Pot Pie Stuffed Biscuit Cups, Corn Soufflé with Jalapenos, and Semi-Homemade Chocolate and Caramel Shortbread Bars.
Nancy is hosting a welcome home party for her nephew and his service buddies who have just gotten back from Afghanistan. They're hungry for an All-American home cooked meal and Nancy is happy to oblige, making Fried Pork Chops, Braised Kale and Tomatoes, Apple Pie With Cheddar Cheese Crust and Beer Ginger Shandy.
If you know Guy, then you know how much he loves his taters -- this time, he's turning frozen fried taters into a crispy Asian-inspired coating for a juicy halibut filet with chinese flavors in every bite inside and out. Crunchy Sichuan green beans add another exotic touch to this quick and easy, imaginitive meal.
Giada De Laurentiis is hosting a casual Father's Day meal at her house. Todd and his brother Trevor are the guests of honor, and Jade has had a hand in the table décor. The menu is perfect for any dad's appetite: Short Rib Lasagna Rolls, Crab and Lemon Bruschetta and Raspberry-Balsamic Parfaits.
Guy fires up the romance with a spicy meal inspired by his Mexican vacations. Tender halibut in a pumpkin seed crust heats things up with a Cilantro Serrano Cream sauce. On the side, Guy's mashed potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and studded with roasted peppers. Dessert keeps the flames alive with chile-dusted Chocolate Quesadillas.
The Moja Arts Festival, a celebration of African American and Caribbean art, is in town, and Kardea Brown is excited to experience it with her friend. Afterwards, she cooks up a beautiful meal with foods that reflect the African diaspora, including Callaloo, Senegalese Yassa, Black-Eyed Peas with Smoked Ham Hock and Sweet Plantain Foster.
Tiffani Thiessen creates a rustic and flavorful menu for her friends Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay. Her Honey Garlic Salmon smoked on the grill pairs perfectly with her Grilled Vegetable Couscous Salad. Then, Tiffani shakes things up with a Blackberry Mint Mule and her Cardamom Nectarine Galette ends the meal on a sweet high note.
Pat and Gina are cooking up some grown up lunch treats. Starting with a Grilled Shrimp Po Boys with Sweet Pickle Mayo, then a classic lunchbox treat gets a recipe remix – Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes! Gina makes a refreshing pineapple cooler and a delicious herbed tomato salad to round out the meal.