The 11 finalists must transform a carnival sweet into a savory party bite.
Twelve hopefuls arrive in Los Angeles to compete for the chance to host their own show on The Food Network. The competition starts right away as the contestants prep a meal that best represents who they are.
Pepper Master Bobby Flay turns up the heat and assigns each finalist a pepper to use for their spicy dish. Next, Bobby introduces three culinary legends who challenge the finalists to re-invent the best thing they ever ate.
The 10 remaining finalists get a crash course in the Hollywood way of life! First they have to present a dish to camera inspired by a classic film genre. Next they cater an after-party for Grammy Award winner Colbie Caillat.
Some things in life are worth standing in line for, and we're sharing the foods we think are worth the wait. Alton Brown talks up his favorite beef Wellington, while Jamika Pessoa melts over buttery biscuits.