Bobby on the Beat

Marcus Samuelsson is in the house this week! He joins Bobby Flay to reflect on his incredible journey—from his early days at Aquavit to building the iconic Red Rooster Harlem empire. Marcus opens up about his mindset, the responsibility he feels as one of the most influential chefs in America, and his deep commitment to giving back to his community. Plus, they dive into the world of culinary competition and his experience on Bobby’s Triple Threat. It’s an inspiring, honest, and wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss.

Featured Recipe: Korean-Style Pork Lettuce Wraps

Katie Lee Biegel joins Bobby as this week’s co-host, and the laughs (and real talk) are flowing! They dive into their longtime friendship, why Katie is Bobby’s go-to for life advice, and her thoughts on the end of The Kitchen on Food Network. Plus, Jimmy V stops by Matcha 12, and Bobby sweats it out in a Pilates class with his go-to instructor, Taylor Phillips.

Chef. Restaurateur. Titan. Michael Voltaggio is in the house this week. He breaks down his journey from grinding in restaurant kitchens as a teenager, to traveling the country learning from some inspiring chefs, to battling it out on the competition stages of Iron Chef and Triple Threat. Michael opens up about the pressure, the mindset, and the intensity behind elite culinary competition. And he holds absolutely nothing back.

Featured Recipe: Fried Chicken Thighs with Homemade Ranch Dressing

This week, Bobby is joined by co-host Carson Kressley, and the laughs come fast. Carson shares his journey from growing up around horses in rural Pennsylvania to becoming a beloved stylist and media personality. Plus, Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson head to Chelsea Market for a date, showing off their favorite bites and must-visit shops along the way.

Featured recipe: Pork Chop with Bourbon Ancho Sauce and Pomegranate Relish

Brooke Williamson returns as co-host this week, and she and Bobby finally share the story behind the moment he gave her her diamond ring. Bobby dives into his family’s deep roots in the diamond business and takes us along to meet his cousin Billy for a behind-the-scenes look at the trade. Bobby is also making a big announcement about his next cookbook. Plus, America’s Food Critic, Jimmy V, heads to Son del North to sample some truly authentic burritos.

Featured Recipe: Bucatini all'Amatriciana

Buon giorno, tutti! This week, everyone’s go-to American in Rome, Katie Parla, joins Bobby in the co-host chair. They dive into her early days in the Eternal City, how she fell in love with Roman food culture, and her current must-visit spots around the city. Plus, Bobby checks out NYC’s Santo Taco for the very first time, and he puts Sistersnacking to the test with his signature Influencer Test!

Featured recipe: Tuna Tostada

Esther Choi steps into the co-host seat with Bobby this week for a deep dive into competition cooking, Korean culture, and the roots of Esther’s culinary style. Plus, Bobby brings back his Influencer Test with one of his favorite food content creators, Jeremy Jacobowitz. And later, Brooke makes a cameo when Esther talks about their Triple Threat battle.

Featured Recipe: Crab Spaghetti

Chef Damaris Phillips is in the co-host seat this week! She and Bobby talk New Year’s resolutions, their yearly pre-Derby cooking tradition in Louisville, and Damaris’s TV beginnings on Next Food Network Star, with lots of laughs and stories in between. 
Featured Recipe: Bacon Crunchburger

It’s a family affair this Christmas week! Bobby’s daughter, Sophie Flay, joins as co-host for a festive, feel-good episode. Bobby and Sophie chat about her move from LA to New York, what it's like to have a public figure family member, holidays past and present, and so much more. Plus, Jimmy V stops by Sunday’s Best to taste their famous cinnamon buns, and Bobby heads to Thai Diner for the very first time.
Featured Recipe: Lobster Agnolotti

Episode 4 is serving up the fun. Chef Aliya LeeKong joins Bobby as this week’s co-host, and they dive into her experience judging Triple Threat and Beat Bobby Flay, plus the real differences between cooking in a restaurant kitchen versus at home. Then, Bobby puts the ladies of the VIP List to the test with his signature Food Influencer Quiz, and America’s Food Critic, Jimmy V, stops by viral Tribeca grocery store Meadow Lane.
Featured Recipe: Potato Pancakes with Creme Fraiche, Tuna Crudo & Pickled Fresno