Next Food Network Star ~ Official 2009 Summer Thread

[Minnie]

i was thinking the same thing. I just don't like her, everything she says is suspect and insincere. "i was being selfless" my ars.

ita

 

[TwingleMum]

I don't think any of the finalist are show worthy. Melissa I don't think has the staying power for a series. Her frenetic pace and cheshire grin already bore me. And frankly make me uncomfortable. I'd rather watch Paula Deen, Rachel or Ina. They cook real food. Paula was a single parent and started her own business (the Bag Lady and then her restaurant The Lady & Sons) . Ina had her own very successful catering business and food store. I've made lots of their dishes and my 3 small boys loved them. Paula in particular uses alot of short cuts which are helpful. I've even got some quick dishes from Semi homemade. I just don't thik Melissa is someone I'd go out of my way to watch.

I wouldn't watch Debbie because of her behavior on the show. I find her distasteful (pun intended).

Jeffrey has fizzled alos IMHO.

I say Chuck (another food pun) them all out and hope for better next season.

I find it funny Susie defends Debbie so much makes me think she won and they are trying to salvage her reputation.

Did you see coming attractions?? Who ever cooks an Itialian dish goes down in flames ~ Chef Marcus Samuelson (Aquavit) says their dish is an insult to Italy. OUCH!!!! Did you see the bleached blonde chef at the judges table ? I think she is Mario Batteli's sous chef on Iron Chef. She has that show Secrets of a Restaurant Chef. What a puss!! She looks like she ate a lemon. And Alex Guarnachelli looks pretty angry also.

 

[LuvCuteBoys]

Paula and Ina are both very annoying to me. I *might* browse through Ina's recipes and cook something, but I can't stand watching her. Paula doesn't normally cook anything I would eat.

I'd be willing to watch Melissa's show. I think she's adorable and I've liked her from the start.

I'm still firmly planted on Team Jeffrey, though! I love him.

Go Jeffrey!

Go AWAY Debbie!

 

[kaytieeldr]

I don't think any of the finalist are show worthy. Melissa I don't think has the staying power for a series.

The winner's initial series is only six weeks, and if FN sticks with tradition, it'll air Sunday afternoons.

I find it funny Susie defends Debbie so much makes me think she won and they are trying to salvage her reputation.

I've seen that. My - admittedly perverse* - thinking is that Susie's 'defense' is based on us ultimately discovering that Debbie is the official loser . A Debbie vs. Jeffery or Debbie vs. Melissa finale will draw more viewers than if Jeffery and Melissa are the finalists.

If I'm wrong, we can inundate Food Network with the suggestion that next time they let the viewers decide (like "Fashion Show" did).

And Alex Guarnachelli looks pretty angry also.

Doesn't she always look that way?

*perverse, not perverted

 

[kaytieeldr]

Paula and Ina are both very annoying to me. I *might* browse through Ina's recipes and cook something, but I can't stand watching her. Paula doesn't normally cook anything I would eat.

This afternoon, she did something called "Back to Basics". Sliders (okay, fine, I wouldn't call friend-baked mini brioche rolls and arugula basic, but...), and confetti corn - done on the grill.

 

[LuvCuteBoys]

OMG did you guys just hear my MASSIVE sigh of relief?!?!?!

They have the right people in the final and I am soooooooo happy. Team Jeffrey all the way, but I would definitely watch Melissa's show!

Breathe.
Inhale.
Exhale.

Whew

 

[SkyGirl]

I'm so happy! My faith in Food Network has been restored!

 

[LuvCuteBoys]

Mine too! I was seriously concerned there for a second.

 

[BriarRosie]

And in homes across America, everyone does a WOOHOO! at these results.

 

[LuvCuteBoys]

The comments on Bob's blog are reflecting that very sentiment!!

 

[java]

I can't believe it! I really think they have the best 2. And I want that potato tart recipe! it looked delicious!

 

[LuvCuteBoys]

Yeah, it looked yummy! Hopefully they'll post the recipe here sometime soon.

 

[Minnie]

Finally what should have happened in week 1 happened tonight

 

[Diane♥Disney]

BUH BYE Finally she's gone! Next week should be good, either one could win.

 

[nikkistevej]

I'm glad it's those 2 left, I like them both.

 

[stacy347]

Whoohooo!!

Now this is going to be a great finale!

 

[DisneyBlonde]

 

[kaytieeldr]

So, did anyone else run out of liquor playing "The Debbie Drinking Game"?

 

[DisneyBlonde]

So, did anyone else run out of liquor playing "The Debbie Drinking Game"?

It was a very Asian night. Debbie out-Koreaned herself. Plus I knocked back a few to celebrate her elimination. I'm gonna sleep well tonight.

 

[kaytieeldr]

Debbie stupid-comment of the night: "not only do I represent the Koreans, the Americans, I (missed word) the entire population..." :