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East Coast vs. West Coast
Meet the best chefs from both coasts battling to see who does summer food best!
Meet the 8 cooks from the East and West Coasts battling for the Best of the Beach title and a dream beach getaway worth up to $25,000.
Meet the best chefs from both coasts battling to see who does summer food best!
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Ben has been a fisherman his whole life. Along with his vast seafood knowledge, he's bringing a competitive attitude and an East Coast edge.
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Brian was born and raised in Washington and has Filipino roots. He says he embodies the Pacific Ocean, making him the ultimate competitor.
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They do it big in the South, and that's exactly what Edward says he'll do throughout this competition.
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Jared has lived near boardwalks and beaches throughout most of his life, so he's ready for this competition.
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Jessica loves her hometown because she lives a mile away from the beach. One of her favorite things to eat during the summer is ice cream.
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Kaleena spends most of her time outdoors in the Pacific Nortwest. She especially loves cooking outdoors, so this battle is sure to be a breeze.