Next Food Network Star ~ Official 2009 Summer Thread

[luvmy3]

I really thought that Health Food girl had to go tonight! She hasn't made anything they have liked yet, has she? I totally agreed that she makes me want to curl up with a bag of chips and a frozen burrito and throw things at the TV!

I don't think she'll be around long but I'm wondering if they aren't giving her the boot roght away because they really want to add a healthy cooking show to their line up and they are hoping she'll do better. Don't get me wrong I love the Food Network but I think they just keep puttibg out the same kind of shows. I would love to watch an entire show devoted to healthy delicious food, granted I could do without all the antioxidant talk and maybe have some one other than that girl host it

 

[sunkist]

I missed half of the show, What happened between Brett and Melissa?

 

[onelilspark]

I'm with you Sunkist, my DVR cut out half way through...

 

[Nancyg56]

PS- I think the judges had planned on sending home "Earth Day Girl", but Brett was such a donkey during judging that they kicked him to the curb sooner than they had planned on.

That's what I thought, she has got to go home tonight. And then Brett started talking....he is just beyond obnoxious! He helped Melissa ( I think that was her name) and then froze when the judges liked her food. Time for damage control, just diminish her skills in the kitchen...help me out here Teddie..... What a jerk!

The first winners of the Food Network Star show were a gay couple - remember them? They got a show but their show was deadly boring. I don't know if it's still on.

Brett acted like a jerk. He had to go first. The antioxidant lady may be next if she doesn't try to have some fun with her cooking.

I liked them during the competition but their show was like watching grass grow

Healthy girl needs to just cook and stop behaving like a teacher in a home ec cooking class. I like healthy food, I just won't eat boring food and I sure won't waste 60 minutes being lectured about something I already know when I can spend that same time watching some BravoTV and be really amused

 

[kaytieeldr]

Groundhog's Day was a bit ridiculous. April Fool's day was hard, but I think a creative chef could have come up with something neat... like using ingredients in a completely unexpected way.

Or using ingredients to make something look like something else - like, make a "hamburger" out of donuts... but WAY more professional and sophisticated than that. Like Richard Blais' banana scallops in an episode of Top Chef...

 

[kaytieeldr]

but I'm wondering if they aren't giving her the boot roght away because they really want to add a healthy cooking show

They HAD a healthy show. The host/chef was Jorge something, and he would convert peoples' favorite dishes to lower calorie/fat/sometimes sodium healthier but (usually ) still tasty versions. I can't find it anymore

 

[kaytieeldr]

I missed half of the show, What happened between Brett and Melissa?

Melissa needed help with something - getting things in or out of the oven, or plating, or something. Brett and one other man helped her voluntarily... then Brett made sure the judges knew she'd needed help :

 

[onelilspark]

I forgot I recorded the 2nd airing of the episode at 1am

I feel bad for Teddie. He helped Melissa just to help her plate and be nice. Now Melissa appears to be angry at him too He looked embarrassed by Brett.

Brett is a jerk. I said it before and I'm glad to see him go!!

 

[DisneyBlonde]

I'm glad Brett is gone (did he really think he was going to be a FN Star with the comments he made, the way he spoke to Melissa?!)...but I would have been just as happy if Antioxidant girl got the boot.

 

[luvmy3]

I forgot I recorded the 2nd airing of the episode at 1am

I feel bad for Teddie. He helped Melissa just to help her plate and be nice. Now Melissa appears to be angry at him too He looked embarrassed by Brett.

Brett is a jerk. I said it before and I'm glad to see him go!!

I noticed that too and I wondered if there was stuff he said that was left on the editing room floor.

 

[Angelhalo]

I don't think she'll be around long but I'm wondering if they aren't giving her the boot roght away because they really want to add a healthy cooking show to their line up and they are hoping she'll do better. Don't get me wrong I love the Food Network but I think they just keep puttibg out the same kind of shows. I would love to watch an entire show devoted to healthy delicious food, granted I could do without all the antioxidant talk and maybe have some one other than that girl host it

They already have that show, its hosted by Ellie Krieger, a nutritionist.

 

[kaytieeldr]

Okay, so, with the little we've seen so far... who do YOU think will be the Next Food Network Star?

I can't decide between Jamika and Michael yet.

 

[luvmy3]

They already have that show, its hosted by Ellie Krieger, a nutritionist.

Really, I never heard of it. I watch Food Network regularly and I have never seen anything promoting it. I don't watch TV during the day, is it on then?

 

[DisneyBlonde]

Okay, so, with the little we've seen so far... who do YOU think will be the Next Food Network Star?

Today...I like Michael, Jamika and Teddy, in that order. But it's still early.

 

[lspst8]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Angelhalo
They already have that show, its hosted by Ellie Krieger, a nutritionist.

Really, I never heard of it. I watch Food Network regularly and I have never seen anything promoting it. I don't watch TV during the day, is it on then?

You aren't missing much. She is probably my least favorite host on Food Network. I feel like she talks to her audiance like they are 5 years old -- stuff like "apples are delicious and so good for you." Oh really, I had no idea!

Maybe it is just hard hosting a "healthy cooking" show. It is just easier to lecture than to make the food sound fresh and exciting.

 

[luvmy3]

You aren't missing much. She is probably my least favorite host on Food Network. I feel like she talks to her audiance like they are 5 years old -- stuff like "apples are delicious and so good for you." Oh really, I had no idea!

Maybe it is just hard hosting a "healthy cooking" show. It is just easier to lecture than to make the food sound fresh and exciting.

I'll have to check it out but it sounds like I'll feel the same as you. I alreday know whats healthy, just show me what to do with it, darn it

 

[pooh6890]

They already have that show, its hosted by Ellie Krieger, a nutritionist.

Ellie's show is on Saturday mornings. She must be doing something right as far as cooking/eating. She has the prettiest skin on FN. Yes, she is kinda boring, but she does make really healthy food that I can relate to and cook. I do watch her regularly.

So far I am not too impressed with any of them. Top Chef is SO different from this show. I feel like none of them are really any great cooks or chefs. I really wanted the last girl from last season to win. Can't think of her name....liked french food and was very impressive. They should have given her a show over Adam or Big Daddy.

 

[onelilspark]

I like Jamika & Jeffery. I'd watch their shows. I remember Teddy from a Throwdown episode. I really liked that episode, so I'm curious to see how he does. I still view him as a good guy, I'd like to see him grow a bit more.

Personally, I can't stand Michael, he's a little too over the top for me. Same with Melissa. They both need to tone it down a bit.

Just to round out my opinions...Katie's obnoxious, even if she's from my hometown!! I'm with the rest of you on the healthy stuff.

Eddie doesn't know what he's talking about, I doubt he'll last much longer.

And Debbie...ehhh I kind of like her, but at the same time, something bugs me about her that I can't pin down!

ETA: I'm with you Pooh6890: I liked the girl from last season, wasn't a fan of "Big Daddy" or Adam!

 

[Metsfan520]

I like Jamika & Jeffery. I'd watch their shows. I remember Teddy from a Throwdown episode. I really liked that episode, so I'm curious to see how he does. I still view him as a good guy, I'd like to see him grow a bit more.

Personally, I can't stand Michael, he's a little too over the top for me. Same with Melissa. They both need to tone it down a bit.

Just to round out my opinions...Katie's obnoxious, even if she's from my hometown!! I'm with the rest of you on the healthy stuff.

Eddie doesn't know what he's talking about, I doubt he'll last much longer.

And Debbie...ehhh I kind of like her, but at the same time, something bugs me about her that I can't pin down!

ETA: I'm with you Pooh6890: I liked the girl from last season, wasn't a fan of "Big Daddy" or Adam!

Did you read my mind? I agree with all that you said--especially the part about Debbie!

 

[Angelhalo]

Ellie's show is on Saturday mornings. She must be doing something right as far as cooking/eating. She has the prettiest skin on FN. Yes, she is kinda boring, but she does make really healthy food that I can relate to and cook. I do watch her regularly.

So far I am not too impressed with any of them. Top Chef is SO different from this show. I feel like none of them are really any great cooks or chefs. I really wanted the last girl from last season to win. Can't think of her name....liked french food and was very impressive. They should have given her a show over Adam or Big Daddy.

I liked her too the really trendy girl from last season. Neither DH or I can stand Aaron Mcargo Jr or whatever the heck his name is. We liked Adam but my fave was the trendy girl. We love Top Chef too.

I guess so far from this season my favorites are Michael and Jeffrey, I think those are their names. I can't stand the mommy, the Asian girl or Teddy. What the hell is that whole "Coming at you from the mind of a chef" crap that he says all the time? Very annoying.

I don't really understand what people like so much about Jamika. She's kinda ho hum to me. Maybe its because I'm from the south but I'm just thinking ok you made cornbread and collard greens....ho hum, we already have Paula Deen and the UBER Obnoxious Neely's for that!

I like Ellie Krieger. She makes healthy tasty food, and I REALLY like that she tells me that its full of antioxidants or what vitamins it is full of etc. I don't think her saying "this is healthy" would be as useful is she didn't tell you whyyy its so healthy. And whomeever said it, yes, she has AMAZING skin.