Come Dine with Me Canada
(2010)Streaming Episode Guide
Season 3
Dustin Morrison: Block Sixteen
Episode 80
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Edward Gal: Block Sixteen
Episode 79
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Dawn Muzzo: Block Sixteen
Episode 78
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Rick Simm: Block Sixteen
Episode 77
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Sara Meredith: Block Sixteen
Episode 76
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911 Block - Mark Litman: Block Fifteen
Episode 75
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911 Block - Michael Kelly: Block Fifteen
Episode 74
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911 Block - Deana Velikov: Block Fifteen
Episode 73
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911 Block - Colin Copeland: Block Fifteen
Episode 72
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911 Block - Don Beam: Block Fifteen
Episode 71
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Chris McLoughlin: Block Fourteen
Episode 70
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Nicole Pagnan: Block Fourteen
Episode 69
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Shawn Collins: Block Fourteen
Episode 68
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Amy Pagnucco: Block Fourteen
Episode 67
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Anna Bortolon: Block Fourteen
Episode 66
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Lachlan McGurk: Block Thirteen
Episode 65
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Bridgit Miezlaiskis: Block Thirteen
Episode 64
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Matt Thompson: Block Thirteen
Episode 63
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Mary Brown: Block Thirteen
Episode 62
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Carolyn Bickerton: Block Thirteen
Episode 61
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Waiters Block - Katherine McRae: Block Twelve
Episode 60
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Waiters Block - Jenevieve Narbay: Block Twelve
Episode 59
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Waiters Block - Ryan Egan: Block Twelve
Episode 58
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Waiters Block - Marsha Courneya: Block Twelve
Episode 57
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Waiters Block - Craig Abraham: Block Twelve
Episode 56
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Rolf Kendra: Block Eleven
Episode 55
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Kate Salter: Block Eleven
Episode 54
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Lisa Del Core: Block Eleven
Episode 53
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Richard Hatch: Block Eleven
Episode 52
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Erin Plasky: Block Eleven
Episode 51
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Oshawa - Pierre Paris: Block Ten
Episode 50
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Oshawa - Linda David: Block Ten
Episode 49
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Oshawa - Johnny Gough: Block Ten
Episode 48
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Oshawa - Marcel Parent: Block Ten
Episode 47
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Oshawa - Evelyn von Sichartshofen: Block Ten
Episode 46
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PEI - Emma Rockett: Block Nine
Episode 45
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PEI - Nancy Stewart: Block Nine
Episode 44
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PEI - David Jabbour: Block Nine
Episode 43
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PEI - Alison Mills: Block Nine
Episode 42
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PEI - Michael Creighton: Block Nine
Episode 41
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Hamilton: Heather Aube - Block Eight
Episode 40
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Hamilton: Dragan Jankovic - Block Eight
Episode 39
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Hamilton: Gillian Vander Vliet - Block Eight
Episode 38
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Hamilton: Justin Jones - Block Eight
Episode 37
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Hamilton: Kathy Johnston-Henry - Block Eight
Episode 36
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Alberta: Jana Kelemen - Block Seven
Episode 35
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Alberta: Philippe Renoir - Block Seven
Episode 34
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Alberta: Dajana Fabjanovich - Block Seven
Episode 33
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Alberta: Barbara Engelbart - Block Seven
Episode 32
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Alberta: Brett Lemay - Block Seven
Episode 31
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Evyenia 'Nia' Dempster: Block Six
Episode 30
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Jamie Godin: Block Six
Episode 29
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Piret 'PJ' Jogeda: Block Six
Episode 28
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Lewis Carlota: Block Six
Episode 27
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Janine Liberatore: Block Six
Episode 26
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Emmanuel Pena: Block Five
Episode 25
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Kirsten Slind-Jaklic: Block Five
Episode 24
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Paul E. Van Buskirk: Block Five
Episode 23
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Allison 'Ali' Bisram: Block Five
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Deb Slocum: Block Five
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Andrew Davids: Block Four
Episode 20
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Jennifer Modica: Block Four
Episode 19
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Shawna Fletcher: Block Four
Episode 18
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Mitch McGraw: Block Four
Episode 17
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Rusty Stewart: Block Four
Episode 16
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Barry Arner: Block Three
Episode 15
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Mona Khorasani: Block Three
Episode 14
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Clotilde Anne-Marie Friedmann: Block Three
Episode 13
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Malaika Palmer: Block Three
Episode 12
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Dan Yurman: Block Three
Episode 11
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Andy Noseworthy: Block Two
Episode 10
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Emma Pelliccione: Block Two
Episode 9
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Terry Lyons-Schram: Block Two
Episode 8
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Liz Wilkinson: Block Two
Episode 7
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Susan Haddow: Block Two
Episode 6
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Fraser Lang: Block One
Episode 5
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Sandra Latcham: Block One
Episode 4
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Colleen Campbell: Block One
Episode 3
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Danielle LeBlanc: Block One
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Tim Burns: Block One
Episode 1
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Season 2
Mark Bardsley: Block Sixteen
Episode 80 - 3-26-2012
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Zorana Sadiq: Block Sixteen
Episode 79 - 3-26-2012
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John Hastings: Block Sixteen
Episode 78 - 3-26-2012
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Megan Fostka: Block Sixteen
Episode 77 - 3-26-2012
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Dennis Monestier: Block Sixteen
Episode 76 - 3-26-2012
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Aldo Cundari: Block Fifteen
Episode 75 - 3-19-2012
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Lidia Cimicata: Block Fifteen
Episode 74 - 3-19-2012
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Donald Johnston: Block Fifteen
Episode 73 - 3-19-2012
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Tracy Cato: Block Fifteen
Episode 72 - 3-19-2012
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Barbara Boyer: Block Fifteen
Episode 71 - 3-19-2012
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Keith McCrady: Block Fourteen
Episode 70 - 3-12-2012
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Ravinder Dhugee: Block Fourteen
Episode 69 - 5-12-2012
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Shelly Claridge: Block Fourteen
Episode 68 - 3-12-2012
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Craig Halket: Block Fourteen
Episode 67 - 3-12-2012
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Emilie Richard: Block Fourteen
Episode 66 - 3-12-2012
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Jackie McGrath: Block Thirteen
Episode 65 - 3-05-2012
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Adam Hazel: Block Thirteen
Episode 64 - 3-05-2012
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Elke Hinson: Block Thirteen
Episode 63 - 3-05-2012
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Jackie Mandziak: Block Thirteen
Episode 62 - 3-05-2012
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Alex Crooks: Block Thirteen
Episode 61 - 3-05-2012
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Dayna Richardson: Block Twelve
Episode 60 - 2-27-2012
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Sima Perry: Block Twelve
Episode 59 - 2-27-2012
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Andrew Clarke: Block Twelve
Episode 58 - 2-27-2012
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Mary Colasante: Block Twelve
Episode 57 - 2-27-2012
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Johnny Consentino: Block Twelve
Episode 56 - 2-27-2012
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Samara Foisy: Block Eleven
Episode 55 - 2-20-2012
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Monique Creary: Block Eleven
Episode 54 - 2-20-2012
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Mike Cleaver: Block Eleven
Episode 53 - 2-20-2012
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Gerald Watson: Block Eleven
Episode 52 - 2-20-2012
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Janet Loannides: Block Eleven
Episode 51 - 2-20-2012
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Kym Baines: Block Ten
Episode 50 - 2-13-2012
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Helena Quinton: Block Ten
Episode 49 - 2-13-2012
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Jeremy Parsons: Block Ten
Episode 48 - 2-13-2012
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Kristen Hutchinson: Block Ten
Episode 47 - 2-13-2012
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Bryan McMillan: Block Ten
Episode 46 - 2-13-2012
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Barb Rebelo: Block Nine
Episode 45 - 12-12-2011
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Pam Singh: Block Nine
Episode 44 - 12-12-2011
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Sal Germenia: Block Nine
Episode 43 - 12-12-2011
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Nancy Tobis: Block Nine
Episode 42 - 12-12-2011
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Bridget McDermid: Block Nine
Episode 41 - 12-12-2011
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Cathy Fraser: Block Eight
Episode 40 - 11-07-2011
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Lesley Sharp-Sheppard: Block Eight
Episode 39 - 11-07-2011
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Kirsti Stephenson: Block Eight
Episode 38 - 11-07-2011
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Julia Darby: Block Eight
Episode 37 - 11-07-2011
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Thach Bui: Block Eight
Episode 36 - 11-07-2011
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Lilliane Genier: Block Seven
Episode 31 - 10-24-2011
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Tonight, 42 year old urbanite Lilliane Genier hosts a clean and classy dinner party on night 1 of a 5 day dinner dine-off. Lilliane plans to prove that she is the “Host With the Most” with her meticulous attention to detail and a simple yet succulent menu.
But Lil’s guests this evening are a far cry from the swanky socialites of her world. Dining at her table tonight are punk rock magician Dylan, sporty shy girl Sheila, loud mouth Anna and Italian family guy Pat – 4 complete strangers. Lil serves up a sophisticated appetizer of tea marinated sea scallops, but is disappointed to see Anna and Dylan childishly choke them down. For the main, Lil fires back with a main course of bourbon beef, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables. With her homemade chocolate almond pie for dessert Lil is sure that this competition is in the bag.
But will Lil’s simple yet sophisticated menu win over her disparate dinners or will her evening underwhelm?
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Susan Piccinin: Block Six
Episode 30 - 10-21-2011
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It’s the final night of a 5 day food fight and tonight’s host is Susan Piccinin. Not one to shy away from a challenge Sue is hoping that her Oh Canada theme and ambitious menu will be this week’s winning menu.
With spirits high on the last night the guests arrive decked out in Canadian garb and are greeted with a Canadian martini and succulent bison balls. Before dinner Charlie and Marco scurry off to snoop and the house and discover Sue’s secret, the homemaker is actually a doctor! When Susan is confronted about her profession it’s an emotional and heartwarming moment. However, Sue struggles with her main course of beef tenderloin served with asparagus and mushrooms. To finish the doc turns up the heat, literally, with maple bread pudding dessert, served straight out of the oven.
Tonight the winner is announced. Will the doctor’s ambitious Canadian evening be all that she hope for?
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Charlie Gandt: Block Six
Episode 29 - 10-20-2011
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It’s night four of a five day dinner party competition and firefighter Charlie Gandt is feeling the heat. To start off the night beer-loving Charlie surprises the group and serves up margaritas! While Charlie prepares his appetizer of homemade venison sausage and pizza, while snooping Susan and Jen find some melted firefighting gear as Elizabeth pulls Charlies rifle out on Marco. For the main course Charlie serves barbequed ribs with spanish rice and grilled asparagus. Finally, Charlie serves what he thinks is the strongest part of his meal: trio of tarts that the boys at the station rave about. Will Charlie save his scores with his baking or will he go down in flames?
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Marco Campisano: Block Six
Episode 28 - 10-19-2011
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It’s the third night of a five day dinner party competition where five strangers battle it out to win a $1000 prize. Class clown Marco Campisano is in the hot seat and he hopes to take top spot with an Italian meal. Marco vows to beon his best behaviour tonight as he greets his guests with a blue drink called “blue grottos”. For the appetizer Marco surprises his guests with tableside service of Caesar salad. And in true Italian style Marco serves up a main course of chicken cacciatore made with home jarred tomatoes. For dessert Marco has a flop with his chocolate soufflé. Can the guests forgive Marco for a simple but great meal and flat soufflé?
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Elizabeth Newell: Block Six
Episode 27 - 10-18-2011
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Hosting the second night of a five day dinner party competition is menopausal Elizabeth Newell. Marco and Charlie check out a rather intriguing statue located at the top of Elizabeth’s staircase; it’s nude and looks as though it needs to use the restroom. More revolting, Susan and Jen find what appears to be a pickled penis on the mantle. If those snoops haven’t got the guests salivating, the talk about snail’s excrement certainly won't as Elizabeth serves up escargot wedding hats. For the main course Elizabeth serves stuffed pork tenderloin and smaked potatoes. To help the flow of good conversation, Elizabeth presents each guest with a lottery ticket before serving up her dessert of double chocolate cheesecake. Will the guests bestow Come Dine with Me Canada’s honorary Queen Elizabeth with a royal score?
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Jennifer Peace: Block Six
Episode 26 - 10-17-2011
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Mardi gras maven Jennifer Peace hosts night one of a weeklong dinner party competition. This party princess is sure to impress her guests with her New Orleans-themed night. Joining the party are 4 complete strangers – 51-year-old Brit Elizabeth Newell, Divorced Dad Marco Campisano, 49-year-old Fireman Charlie Gandt and 54 year old Dr. Susan Piccinin. To start the night Jen serves up a Hurricane cocktail out of her very own tiki bar. During Jen’s appetizer of oysters rockefeller,
cajun shrimp and chicken gumbo she shocks the guests by comparing her sweltering home to a prostitute's crack! For dinner Jen presents a garnish heavy plate of smothered pork chops with red beans and rice. To cover up the fact she overcooks her dessert Jen smothers the king cake she’s prepared with icing and mardi-gras-coloured sparkles and hopes for the best. Whether that worked or not the crowd is sure to be impressed with Jen’s spectacular firework display. With Jen ending her night with a big bang will the guests forget about the unremarkable meal and mark her sky high?
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James Marshall: Block Five
Episode 25 - 10-14-2011
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It’s the final night of Redemption week and all eyes are on pretentious platinum blonde, James Marshall. Last time James choked and ended up cutting himself, hyperventilating, and his dinner was so disappointing that in the end he lost to a guy with no stove!!! James has talked the talk but this is his last chance to prove that he can walk the walk.
As the guests arrive they notice something isn’t right with James. Is he drunk? nervous? exhausted? Or D, all of the above? James serves dinner on plates almost as ginormous as his ego….will he get points for presentation? Or lose them for pretention? His lobster appetizer has everyone clawing for more, but his main course of short ribs comes up short. Only dessert of crème brulee can save the day.
At the end of the night – the winner is revealed. Which one of our horrible hosts will reign supreme and be redeemed ? And which one of the flops will fall flat?
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Cathy Habus: Block Five
Episode 24 - 10-13-2011
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It’s one year later and Chatty Cathy is STILL single and STILL sleeping on the pull out couch in her parent’s basement. But Cathy insists that she’s changed - and tonight she will redeem herself by NOT serving raw seafood and NOT making her guests’ vomit.
But as Cathy gets cooking – she also gets chugging and the disasters start happening. Her homemade ice cream ends up on the floor, then the guests are floored to find out that Cathy wants them to put on sumo outfits and wrestle!!!! One guest bows out and another blows away the competition.
As Cathy raises her blood alcohol level, her hygiene standards lower – licking her fingers, double dipping and rooting through the garbage for expired cream all of a sudden becomes acceptable.
Will Drinky McCocktail end up with a win? Or just more wine?
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Graham Caswell: Block Five
Episode 23 - 10-12-2011
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Last year Graham the Goofball hosted the longest dinner party in history and got the lowest score ever. He had a pig leg on the table and his guests fell asleep in his bed. This time, Graham insists he has his timing under control and he’s planning a “Big Night” that features a homemade Italian timpano, which is made of layers of sausage, pasta and sauce. Graham calls it a “Roman Orgy”, James calls it “pedestrian”. Shocker!!!!
Over dinner the gang gets to know each other better and the walls start to come down, Dez breaks down and cries at the table and everyone agrees – Dez is redeemed!!
But for Graham redemption is ticking away, will he be able to serve his dessert before midnight? Or will his guests clock him?
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Beth Bovaird: Block Five
Episode 22 - 10-11-2011
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The last time we saw Beth she left her ribs in her smoker for an extra 4 hours which turned them into “burnt little carcasses of hell” . But tonight Beth is back!!!! And determined to be better than ever, so she’s serving up a meal that’s first class meets white trash. On the menu is mac & cheese made with the most expensive truffles in town, and pulled pork sliders.
Beth serves up some boozy whiskey sours , which puts everyone in the right mood, but as soon as they discover a bed in the dining room, the guests start to worry that Beth’s lovefest may be a little too much .
Will the hippest hypnotist in town put everyone under her spell? Or will she get smoked once again?
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Dez Diaz: Block Five
Episode 21 - 10-10-2011
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We’ve asked back the five biggest flops in Come Dine With Me history and given them a second chance to make a first impression, but Chatty Cathy, Boozy Beth, Pretension James and Goofy Graham have no idea who they’re going to meet tonight as Mean Girl Dez Diaz hosts.
Dez has traded in her traditional Mexican fare for a fairly simple Asian theme. Of course James thinks it’s “pedestrian” and 6 foot tall Cathy can’t understand why she has to sit on the floor. Everyone is shocked that Dez is so “nice” but the crowd turns against her as soon as she runs out of wine.
Can Dez redeem her rude reputation? Or is this loser a lost cause?
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Mary Beth: Block Four
Episode 20 - 10-07-2011
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It’s the final dinner party of a weeklong food fight and this evenings host is Mary Beth, a 71 year old eccentric with a flare for theatrics. Tonight the guests will travel through time as Mary Beth hosts an old fashioned parlor party in her home.
Decked out in full 1920’s garb the guests are welcomed by their host and left alone to snoop around her kooky castle. After discovering an entire room filled with eccentric accessories, the guests are seated at a table dressed with corpse hands and tarot cards. In classic Mary Beth style, every dish served comes with a story but it is up to her guests to decipher what is truth and what is fiction. On the menu tonight is a triptych of tarragon tarts and old fashioned fish stew. After the appetizer is served things get emotional when Mary Beth does a tarot card reading for her guests, but Mike, the skeptic call’s her bluff. For dessert she serves up a chocolate cake adorned with laurel leaves that in ancient Greece represent victory, as you do.
Tonight, the winner is announced. Will Mary Beth’s eccentric evening win her the grand prize or will the guests see through her stories?
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Kelly Gordon: Block Four
Episode 19 - 10-06-2011
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After three nights of hard core boozing and over the top emotions, mat leave Mom Kelly Gordon plans to steal the spotlight with a sophisticated menu and cool and calm hosting.
Upon arrival the guests Kelly welcomes them with Perseco and expensive stinky cheese. Getting off to a winning start she serves up some terrific shrimp cakes with lime aioli. Dinner conversation gets interesting when Mary Beth drops a bomb. For the main its beef tenderloin with a peppercorn rub that’s so hot it causes confident Kelly to sweat. But follows with her dessert; the ultimate chocolate pecan pie.
Will Kelly be able to out-class the competition or will her sophisticated evening crumble and burn?
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Ray Minchio: Block Four
Episode 18 - 10-05-2011
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It’s an emotional evening as 42 year old bus driver Ray Minchio puts his heart, sweat and tears into an Italian themed dinner party on night 3 of a 5 day food fight.
Upon arrival the guests can tell that nice guy Ray is suffering from a serious case of self-doubt. As Ray goes off to put the finishing touches on his appetizer the guests head down to explore his man cave complete with built in bar. At the table Ray scores some points when he serves some smoked salmon rolls. Then the guests await the arrival of the main course; Eggplant Parmigiana with sautéed chicken and vegetables, but become increasingly concerned with the noises of distress coming from the kitchen. Ray manages to pull though just enough to finish his night with a delicious Tiramisu before breaking into tears at the table.
Will Ray’s fear of failure be a self-fulfilling prophesy? Or will this Italian softy be the humble hero?
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Sabrina Araya: Block Four
Episode 17 - 10-04-2011
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It’s a boozy night on day 2 of a 5 day dinner party competition as feisty party girl Sabrina Araya takes her shot at the prize. Tonight she is serving a traditional Chilean menu and a lots and lots of wine.
There’s only one way to cure a hangover and after having a few too many last night, chiquita Sabrina starts early on the wine as she prepares her appetizer of homemade Empanadas De Queso. Having readied themselves for an unusual evening the guests are welcomed by a half sober host and a bizarre Chilean cocktail. After serving her empanadas it’s time for some fun as Sabrina introduces Mike, Kelly, Ray and Mary Beth to a drinking game that involves some hilarious animal impressions. But when Sabrina’s main course of Pastel de Chocolo receives some lukewarm reviews, the feisty Latina fires back, making her guests extremely uncomfortable. But not to worry sloshy Sabrina can still see her way to the kitchen enough to serve up her dessert; Chilean papaya’s from a jar and cream….from a can.
Will the guests appreciate Sabrina’s messy menu or will her Chilean adventure be a train wreck?
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Mike Tsatskas: Block Four
Episode 16 - 10-03-2011
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Tonight, proud Greek Mike Tsatskas pays homage to his kin on night one of a weeklong dinner party competition. Channeling his Mama, Mike plans to smash his competition with a traditional family style menu and some high energy hosting.
But will Mike’s guests and fellow competitors share his faith in the greatness of the Greeks? Coming to dinner this evening are 4 complete strangers - 71 year old clairvoyant Mary Beth, 42 year old bus driver Ray, 33 year old Mom Kelly and 23 year old booze hound Sabrina. After a warm welcome the host hits a hurdle when he realizes he forgot to buy white wine. But Mikey boy knows the cure, fill ‘um up with red and serve an appetizer of traditional Greek saganaki aka flaming boozy cheese. Despite some mixed reviews for his app, things are looking good as the guests loosen up and the conversation gets personal. For the main course Mike serves traditional Moussaka, not Moo-saka…. Moussaka. To top it all off its dreamy creamy cheesecake and old fashioned Greek plate smashing. Opa!
But will Mike’s Greek gathering be a smash hit? Or will Mama’s family style recipes be best left at home?
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Romina De Angelis: Block Three
Episode 15 - 9-30-2011
It’s the final day of this week long culinary competition and the final participant is innocent faced, experienced cook Romina De Angelis who plans to take the $1,000 prize with her full proof, Italian inspired home cooked meal.
Romina is off the fine start by simply having a kitchen in which she makes 2, count them 2 home made pasta appetizers with of course her favourite ingredient: cheese. In the meantime the group discovers Romina’s dental torture tools. The main course, Veal Scallopini is met with mixed reviews especially by quasi-vegetarian, baby cow loving guest, Tawnya. Romina attempts to win everyone over by giving them a sugar rush serving Caramel Infused Poached Pears which are beautifully presented but fall flat.
Is Romina’s travels-through-Italy meal enough for her to take top prize or will the mob turn against her?
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James Bateman: Block Three
Episode 14 - 9-29-2011
It’s night 4 of a weeklong culinary contest where 5 strangers battle it out for a $1000 cash prize. After a week of talking a big game it’s feisty food snob James’ shot at the title. And the pressure is on.
As a proud owner of a brand new home, James can’t wait to host the inaugural dinner at his new digs. However, he’ll have to wait for his kitchen counter to be installed before he can start to cook! Upon arrival, the guests go off to explore his swanky new abode and James is free to put the finishing touches to his menu; butternut squash and sweet potato soup and roasted bone-in-ham with potato gratin and minted peas. For dessert, James scores points as he offers up espresso and scotch with his chocolate tart.
Will James show his guests what great food really is? Or will the stress of the day be just too much for the fervent foodie?
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Twanya Zwicker: Block Three
Episode 13 - 9-28-2011
Tonight, Nova Scotia sweetheart Twanya Zwicker takes her shot at winning the $1000 cash prize in a 5 day fight of the foodies.
Twanya plans to impress her critical competition by serving up a unique and sophisticate menu. A little fatigued from the previous evening the guests soon perk up when Felix, ten-years-sober, starts pounding back the beers. For her Maritime menu Twanya is serving an appetizer of Nova Scotia style ale soaked shrimp. All is going great until the host makes an East Coast faux pas runs out of beer. For the main course it’s herbed venison with blueberry sauce, a unique dish that receives some harsh commentary from pretentious foodie James. However, Twanya fights back when she brings out her blueberry grunt, a traditional dessert that blows everyone away.
Will berries and beer be the ticket for Twanya? Or do nice girls always finish last?
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Felix Milien: Block Three
Episode 12 - 9-27-2011
A lively and entertaining half hour series that follows five strangers as they take turns creating the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each dinner party host is given one night to impress their party attendees and competitors with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation. At the end of the night, each diner rates the party.
The very next night, it’s another mouth-watering meal at another host’s home, once again, the dinner-party marathoners rate the night. At the end of the week, the top rated host or hostess wins the reward of $1000 and bragging rights as the
‘host with the most’.//... poor Felix, the website only gave him a generic description for his episode!
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Stacey McCool: Block Three
Episode 11 - 9-26-2011
It’s the opening night of a 5 day food fight and tonight’s host is punk rock princess Stacey McCool. Stacey plans on kicking some culinary butt with a rich satisfying menu and a laid back hosting style.
Meeting for the first time are Stacey’s guests and fellow competitors – Trinidadian Felix, Italian Mama Romina, wholesome Haligonian Tawnya and urbanite food snob James. After the introductions the guests are left alone to discover some of Stacey’s hardcore hobbies and sober Felix has his first drink in ten years! At the table Stacey serves up a menu of wild mushroom risotto, stout braised short ribs and a flourless dark chocolate cake. With drinks flowing and critiques flying Stacey kicks off what looks to become and interesting and unusual week.
But does this tattooed tough girl have what it takes to impress finicky foodies like these? Or will the punk rock princess……get punked?
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Nerissa Grant: Block Two
Episode 10 - 9-23-2011
22m
It’s the grand finale of a weeklong food fight where 5 strangers have been battling it out for the grand prize of $1000. Tonight’s host Nerissa plans on winning by throwing on a sophisticated and stylish soiree.
But the claws are out and fellow competitors Tammy, Louis-Michel, Stephen and Shareen will stop at nothing to make sure nit-picky Nerissa gets a taste of her own medicine. To kick off her classy menu, Nerissa brings out a surprise amuse bouche but is offended when Tammy refuses to taste it. Try as they might the guests find little fault with her appetizer; arugula salad with pouched pears and brie. For the main course, Nerissa serves Chilean Sea Bass with chili lime salsa, parsnip mash, roast potatoes and asparagus. But when Shareen finds glass in her food Nerissa is sure she smells sabotage. Finally it’s time for dessert; orange and ginger crème brulee.
Tonight the winner is announced. Will Nerissa be able to wow her catty competition? Or will the perfectionists’ party be anything but?
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Shareen Woodford: Block Two
Episode 9 - 9-22-2011
22m
Its night four of a dinner party contest where five strangers compete to win the title of host with the most. Tonight, yoga teacher and health guru Shareen Woodford plans to take the prize by impressing her guests with her pescetarian-vegetarian meal.
After 3 days of Shareen’s moral preaching Tammy and Louis-Michel decide to poke fun at their host by showing up to dinner in furs. While Shareen scurries off to prepare her starter, the guests sneak around the apartment and Nerissa comes face to face with her worst nightmare…..a cat! Once everyone is seated it’s time for Shareen’s appetizer; Japanese salmon balls, Thai rice paper wraps and Singapore slaw. Next up, she serves her faux-vegetarian main; hazelnut crusted Alaskan cod, roots gratin and citrus asparagus which causes some guests to complain. Shareen finishes up with a unique dessert of baked pears with marscarpone, ginger snaps and a brûléed fan.
But will Shareen be praised or punished for her inauthentic vegetarian meal?
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Tammy Hurst: Block Two
Episode 8 - 9-21-2011
22m
Its hump day in a 5 day food fight and tonight’s host is tell-all Tammy, a good-to-go party girl who plans on winning with her hands on sensual supper.
Starting her night with a bang, Tammy greets her guests with tequila shots and chilli chaser which Shareen rudely refuses. Determined not to let the party poopers crush her evening, Tammy moves onto her appetizer; ceviche, salsa, guacamole and patacones. Everything is going just tickety boo until Tammy serves her mushroom bread pudding, which ends up in Nerissa’s napkin. Then it’s time for the main course, Indian butter chicken with homemade paneer cheese. To finish Tammy impresses by creating a dessert on the spot.
But will the guests be wowed by her efforts or will TMI Tammy be too much to swallow?
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Stephen Cane: Block Two
Episode 7 - 9-20-2011
22m
It’s a carnivores’ picnic at animator Stephen Cane’s house as he serves up a man friendly menu on night 2 of a 5 day dinner party competition.
In true cave man style Stephen’s evening is a smorgasbord of charcoal grilling, tall cans of beer and lots and LOTS of meat. But with two nitpicky veg heads at the table the king of the ‘Q has his work cut out for him with another meat heavy menu of spicy barbeque short ribs, sirloin steaks, New Zealand lamb chops, organic grass feed beef, barbeque pork loin and slow cooked barbeque churrasco chicken. For dessert, Stephen puts a personal twist on cupcakes from a box and his guests leave heavy and happy, or do they?
Will the meat--man impress or will he leave his guests in distress?
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Louis-Michel: Block Two
Episode 6 - 9-19-2011
22m
It’s the inaugural night of a 5 day dinner party competition and tonight’s host is flamboyant Francophone Louis-Michel. Meeting for the first time are fellow competitors Stephen, Tammy, Shareen and Nerissa, a mixed group of strangers with only one thing in common, they’re all in it to win it.
As the guests arrive they’re greeted with a fittingly French champagne cocktail and are left alone to stumble upon Louis-Michel’s risqué attire. At the table, Louis-Michel gets off to a good start serving a crowd pleasing appetizer of roasted beet and goat cheese salad. However, while preparing his meat heavy main of Chateaubriand, Louis-Michel is vexed to discover that he has not one but two “pseudo” vegetarians at his table. He finishes with a dark and decadent dessert of chocolate cheesecake and raspberry coulis.
But will Louis-Michel’s heavy French meal win them over or will his beef…. go bust?
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Louie Katsis: Block One
Episode 5 - 9-16-2011
22m
It’s the final night of a weeklong culinary contest. Tonight’s host is Louie the Greek, a posturing patriot who hopes his theatrical Greek dinner will win him tonight’s grand prize of $1000.
Louie’s over the top evening begins with champagne, ouzo shots and some traditional Greek entertainment - dancing bazooka boys that please one but impress none. At the table loquacious Louie serves up an appetizer of spinach salad, which receives one surprisingly warm review. Feeling heroic, Louie moves on to his main course, pistachio crusted lamb chops and makes a show of his flaming saganaki potatoes. To finish, Louie emerges from the kitchen wearing rubber gloves and a scuba mask to present his grand finale, Pandora’s Box. But do his guests appreciate his potentially hazardous dessert or do they wish he would simply put a lid on it?
Tonight the winner will be announced. Will Louie’s Olympic attempt be enough to win? Or will his guests see through his smoke and mirrors?
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John Ansell: Block One
Episode 4 - 9-15-2011
22m
Its night 4 of a weeklong food fight where 5 strangers compete for the title of “Host with the Most”. Playing his hand this evening is dancing queen John Ansell, an endearing fancy foodie with a serious competitive streak.
Determined not to let the dramatics of the previous evening destroy his night John serves up an impressive appetizer of pancetta and crab stuffed shrimp. Louie and Mary dive head first into a box of flamboyant fun while Aris and Kailey idly observe. With John feeling confident he moves on to his main course of Prime Rib, which receives some wordy mixed reviews. But John heats up the competition once more when he serves up a fittingly flaming dessert of white chocolate crème brulee and berries.
Will John’s fancy feast warm the hearts of this cranky crew or will it leave them cold?
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Kailey Finkelman: Block One
Episode 3 - 9-14-2011
22m
It’s a crazy night as hipster Kailey attempts to throw a more raucous party than her competitors on day 3 of a weeklong dinner party competition. And as the competition heats up, so does the host.
Kailey kicks off her evening of chaos wearing an unusually eye popping outfit and presenting fellow foodies John, Mary, Aris and Louie with an entire bottle of champagne each. Her fish appetizer is well received and she moves onto an aptly odd main course of Weiner Wellington. However, growing offended by her guests reaction to her attire Kailey decides to scrap her side dishes and offers instead, a theatrical performance that stuns her guests into submission. Finally, the queen of kook closes her night with a dessert of rarebit and ice cream and an appropriately awkward send off.
But will Kailey’s offbeat evening and outfit leave her guests wanting more or running for the door?
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Aris Alexiadis: Block One
Episode 2 - 9-13-2011
22m
It’s an unusual evening on day 2 of a 5 day dinner party competition at ADD Aris’ unkempt abode - an open-concept garage with all his grease monkey gadgets.
As the guests arrive they realize this is no normal event. While awaiting an appetizer of squid ink linguine the guests are treated to a musical rendition of the menu sung by a lady swinging from the rafters. Then fish hating John is presented a main course of Blackened Miso Cod. Meanwhile, Louie gets loaded, Mary offends and Kailey’s contempt grows. But Aris’ brings it back with a dessert of chocolate hazelnut sandwiches and “homemade ice cream”. Or does he?
Will Aris’ unusual evening out-entertain the competition? Or will his sloppy style leave this Greece greaser in the dust?
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Mary Newton: Block One
Episode 1 - 9-12-2011
22m
Tonight, over the top OCD’er Mary Newton hosts a squeaky clean evening to kick off night one of a weeklong dinner party competition. Casting the critical eye are long-winded Louie, dancing queen John, kooky Kailey and unaware Aris – 4 complete strangers.
With overzealous confidence Mary starts her “practically perfect” evening with some spotless glassware, a little trash talk and an appetizer of Billy Goats Gruff tart. She follows up with a main course of porcini crusted filet mignon, potato galette, beans ….and dirt, an odd choice for the OCD queen. She ends her meal with an apple torte dessert that leaves even the biggest skeptics smiling.
But will Mary’s party impress or leave her guests in distress?
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Duaina Kirby: Block Eight
Episode 40 - 1-24-2011
22m
It’s the final feast of a five day food fight and tonight’s host is tenacious Texan, Duaina Kirby. She plans to take the number one spot by showing her guests a little southern hospitality.
Duaina’s guests Raj, Jerry, Tamar and Andrew poke check out the notches on her bedposts, while Duaina she finishes the appetizer. To start, she serves Texas pecan crab cakes with mango salad and chipotle lime aioli. Which everyone seems to like. For the main course Duaina serves fried chicken with mashed potatoes and collard greens. But, one of her guests thinks the chicken is undercooked. Last but not least is dessert; Tennessee bread pudding with whiskey sauce.
Will the chicken ruin her chances of winning? Or will Duaina’s southern charm swing her into the top spot?
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Andrew Monitz: Block Eight
Episode 39 - 1-24-2011
22m
It’s the fourth night of a menu marathon and Andrew Moniz is in the kitchen. Andrew hopes he has what it takes to win the thousand dollar cash prize.
Andrew kicks things of with a stiff saketini. Then his guests Jerry, Raj, Tamar and Duaina snoop around his space. For his appetizer he serves soup for a second night in a row, a very thick roasted butternut squash soup with fontina crostini. Also, for the second night in a row is fish. Andrew serves balsamic glazed halibut with roasted fingerling potatoes and asparagus. Last but not least is his beautifully presented dessert; gooooorgeous fruit meringue with vanilla cream, hazelnuts and caramel.
Will Andrew’s fish blow his guests out of the water? Or, will his guests dock him marks for his thick soup?
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Tamar Fradkin: Block Eight
Episode 38 - 1-24-2011
22m
Tonight is the middle week long foodie fight where five strangers battle it out for bragging rights and a $1000 cash prize. Tonight, Tamar dons her apron and wants to prove to her guests that she’s the hostess with the mostess.
While Tamar preps her appetizer, Jerry, Duaina, Andrew and Raj take a peek around her pad. Then it’s time to eat! Tamar serves Ying-Yang soup with pull away buns for her starter. Her guests have issues with one soup being over seasoned and the other under seasoned. Up next, is Tamar’s main course of citrus-infused halibut, arugula and pear salad and basmati-quinoa pilaf. But her guests find the fish overcooked. Then moves onto her dessert; apple pie cheesecake with caramel sauce.
Will Tamar take the cake? Or struggle for top place?
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Jerry Brown: Block Eight
Episode 37 - 1-24-2011
22m
It’s night two of a week long culinary competition and we’re at the home of boring Brit, Jerry Brown.
Jerry’s guests, Tamar, Andrew, Duaina and Raj take a peek around the house while Jerry plates his appetizer of crab cakes with aioli. He made is aioli from scratch, but his crab meat isn’t exactly fresh, which has his guests fishing for answers. Jerry enlists the help of one of his guests to help him host. Then, for the main course Jerry serves braised lamb shanks with potato cauliflower mash and vegetables. Then it’s time for Jerry’s idea of entertainment; reading limericks. Finally, it’s time for his dessert trio; caramelized oranges, meringue beds and chocolate logs.
Will Jerry’s tinned crab cripple his score? Or will his limericks make his score soar?
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Raj Dhillon: Block Eight
Episode 36 - 1-24-2011
22m
Thai kick boxer, Raj Dhillon is first to hit the kitchen in this five night dinner party competition. Five strangers will meet for the first time to compete to win a $1000 cash prize. Raj hopes to beat her competitors by serving a fusion meal that blends her Indian and Canadian cultures.
Raj starts by serving her guests a fusion samosa appetizer, but leaves out the fusion. Up next is her main course; saag stuffed chicken breast with rice, salad and daal, which has her guests asking for her to spice it up. Jerry, Duaina, Andrew and Tamar attempt to play a game of Crokinole. Then it’s time for dessert; “Raj Mahal” which is an apple crumble served with Indian rice pudding.
Will Raj be able to hold onto the top spot for the week? Or will these strangers smoke her?
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Cassandra Bourne: Block Seven
Episode 35 - 1-17-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Karen Ahmed: Block Seven
Episode 34 - 1-17-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Graham McWaters: Block Seven
Episode 33 - 1-17-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Pixie Roney: Block Seven
Episode 32 - 1-17-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Brian Gangel: Block Seven
Episode 31 - 1-17-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Graham Caswell: Block Six
Episode 30 - 1-10-2010
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Annabel McMahon: Block Six
Episode 29 - 1-10-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Jonathan Wilson: Block Six
Episode 28 - 1-10-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Mandy Halpern: Block Six
Episode 27 - 1-10-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Mary Armstrong: Block Six
Episode 26 - 1-10-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Jonathan Lamb: Block Five
Episode 25 - 1-03-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Sayeh Hassan: Block Five
Episode 24 - 1-03-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Cathy Habus: Block Five
Episode 23 - 1-03-2011
22m
Five participants take turns hosting the perfect dinner party for their fellow amateur chefs. Each party host is given one night to impress their party attendees with scrumptious food, sparkling décor and stimulating conversation.
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Bill Minna: Block Five
Episode 22 - 1-03-2011
22m
It’s night two of a week long dinner party competition. Picky perfectionist Bill Minna is looking to outdo last night’s do with a fancy sounding foreign menu.
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Andrea Degirmenci: Block Five
Episode 21 - 1-03-2011
22m
Tonight, five strangers meet for the first time at host Andrea’s house. A customer service rep who relishes in relaxation, Andrea finds time to hit the nail salon as part of her party prep.
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Rosamund Witchel: Block Four
Episode 20 - 11-22-2010
22m
Rosamund Witchel is the last of this fivesome to host. The outsider from the start, she doesn't care if the others don't like her, but she still believes that will not hinder her chances of winning. Her menu consists of mixed greens with peaches and buffalo mozzarella as the appetizer, grilled sirloin steak (baked salmon for vegetarian Holly) as the main course, and flourless chocolate cake for dessert. She spares no expense on the meal, especially on the wine. One surprising aspect of the evening is Rosamund's directive of no snooping in the house. Her country club suburban activities for the evening include badminton, and her favorite activity: step aerobics. And as Rosamund tries to be a good host - regardless of it's an act or sincere - Walt is having none of it. She'll find out if her evening is enough to overcome the animosity as she announces the winner of the $1,000.
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Santo Ligotti: Block Four
Episode 19 - 11-22-2010
22m
Santo Ligotti is the host for the evening. He believes he has the perfect combination of skills to win this competition hands down. His "Mama's boy" Italian-inspired menu consists of eggplant Parmesan, stuffed artichokes and risotto balls as the appetizers, Neapolitan stuffed veal (stuffed pepper for vegetarian Holly) as the main course, and orange zeppole for dessert. Cooking food on which he grew up on has mixed reactions to his guests. The highlights for the evening seem to stem from the misfortunes of one of the diners, the first of which the others seems somewhat happy about, the second which sheds some new light for the previous reaction to that person.
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Holly Von Drat: Block Four
Episode 18 - 11-22-2010
22m
After last night's party, both Lynne and Walt believe they are in the lead, with Santo, Holly and Rosamund believing they can beat whoever is currently in the lead. Holly Van Drat is third on the list to host the dinner party. Her cheesy 1960's beach party inspired menu consists of a flaming crouton topped fruit punch as the welcome drink, capsized cucumber soup as the appetizer, grilled mahi-mahi as the main course, and "all pineapples go to heaven" cake for dessert. Some go-go dancing before dinner turns up the heat, which is what Holly will need as her stove doesn't seem to be working as she tries to cook dinner. As Holly deals with the issues in the kitchen, the other four quietly muse about how much they don't have in common with the others, especially Rosamund, who considers Holly's spare room to be a "freak show".
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Walt Medeiros: Block Four
Episode 17 - 11-22-2010
22m
The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on experiencing the first party hosted by Lynne. Walt Medeiros is second on the list to host the dinner party. His menu consists of beet, honey and goat cheese ravioli as the appetizer, rainbow trout as the main course, and baked pears for dessert. The four guests are surprised by the menu as it doesn't seem to match Walt's personality. Beyond the issue of the food, his guests notice a few things missing from the dining room table. And Lynne and Rosamund may have lost their appetite by what they find in Walt's drawers.
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Lynne Dalgleish: Block Four
Episode 16 - 11-22-2010
22m
The five contestants for this week are: graphics designer Lynne Dalgleish, who doesn't like to be called eccentric or wacky even though she knows she is; marketer Santo Ligotti, who doesn't like anything plain; mover Walt Medeiros, an ex-biker who hates people who always need to be the center of attention; go-go and burlesque dancer Holly Van Drat, who doesn't like what society deems traditional; and homemaker Rosamund Witchel, an aerobics addict. Lynne Dalgleish is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of beets, chevre, asparagus, olives and bread as the appetizer, seafood pastichio as the main course, and lemon tart for dessert. If first impressions hold true, one of the four is the obvious outsider amongst the group. As dinner progresses, that impression holds true to form. Lynne may not notice as she's mesmerized by something in the wine, and forgets a few things in the kitchen.
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Carson Freeman: Block Three
Episode 15 - 11-15-2010
22m
By this, the last party of the week, two distinct factions have emerged, the line based on generation. Debbie was offended by the way Carson, Dez and Joe acted toward both herself and their host Kathleen at yesterday's party. Carson, Dez and Joe, conversely, were digging the knife into Kathleen whenever she was not present to hear. Carson Freeman is the last of the five to host. His 100-mile menu consists of handmade ravioli as the appetizer, braised veal chops as the main course, and warm peach cake as the dessert. The food takes a back seat to the issue of guest relations, with Debbie venting her feelings about some of her younger companions. Carson hopes that his entertainment, some jazz music, will soothe the atmosphere. He'll find out if his music is enough to overcome the animosity as he announces the winner of the $1,000. The eventual winner does a surprising thing despite the animosity that emerged between the five.
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Kathleen Douglass: Block Three
Episode 14 - 11-15-2010
22m
After Debbie and Dez both served Mexican themed meals, the differences between the two, not only in their food, is apparent. As the next host, Kathleen Douglass is hoping to that her hosting is an extension of herself. Her menu consists of pink diamond fizz as the welcome drink, pear and peach curry soup as the appetizer, seared tuna as the main course, and mojito freeze for dessert. The evening ends up being one of extreme contrasts. Dez ends up being the center of attention for all the wrong reasons. Kathleen's overly positive demeanor, regardless of what is thrown at her, garnered mixed results. And her party favor, while touching some more than others, was also seen by some as being too positive in its approach to the night. Will all that combined result in a middling score?
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Dez Diaz: Block Three
Episode 13 - 11-15-2010
22m
Dez Diaz is third on the list to host the dinner party. After yesterday's Mexican themed menu by non-Mexican Debbie, Mexican Dez vows that she will show her guests what real Mexican food is supposed to be. She also doesn't get drunk while cooking like Debbie was when she cooked her meal. Dez's Mexican-inspired menu consists of arugula and watermelon salad with shrimp as the appetizer, pollo con mole as the main course, and pastel Maria for dessert. She is confident that her cooking skills and her menu are the week's winning ones even before she begins. As such, her guests have high expectations as she has been the most critical all week. In an effort to engage her guests, she has them prepare their own tortillas, but will they appreciate being part of the food prep or would they have preferred to be totally pampered? The guests leave satisfied, but not because of the meal itself.
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Deborah Murphy: Block Three
Episode 12 - 11-15-2010
22m
Deborah Murphy is the next to host the dinner party. Her tequila infused menu consists of margaritas as the welcome drink, salad wedge with tequila bread as the appetizer, tequila lime chicken as the main course, and key lime pie as the dessert. She admits never having been to Mexico and not having a desire to go to Mexico, but she loves her tequila which accounts for the Mexican flavor to the meal. If it doesn't taste "right", she will hear the wrath of ethnic Mexican Dez. Throughout the cooking process, Debbie shows just how much she loves her tequila by the quantity she consumes, which makes her "happy" by the time her guests arrive. Beyond the Mexican theme, Debbie's guests are surprised by some of the unexpected things on their plates. After all is said and done, will Debbie's self-infused main ingredient help or hinder her?
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Joe Guidarelli: Block Three
Episode 11 - 11-15-2010
22m
The five contestants for this week are: blogger Dez Diaz, who hates boring things and people; Kathleen Douglass, a tai-chi enthusiast who loves food; jazz musician Carson Freeman, who likes the spotlight all to himself; IT manager Joe Guidarelli, a competitive person who isn't used to losing; and legal assistant Deborah Murphy, a self professed bitch, snob and flirt whose signature accessory is a pearl necklace. All five expect to win, with second place, in Carson's words, being first loser. Joe Guidarelli is the first to host the dinner party. His menu consists of spumante and grapefruit as the welcome drink, butternut squash risotto as the appetizer, julienned vegetable stuffed chicken breast as the main course, and tiramisu for dessert. He wants his food not only to taste good but look like works of art, just as he believes himself to be (he believes his good looks will wow the women). He risks having a wine tasting not knowing anything about wine and placing home made labels with photos of him on the wine bottles. Joe admits to having timing issues with the food coming out. By the end of the evening, the five have formed very strong and definite opinions of the other four.
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Alex Bruvels: Block Two
Episode 10 - 11-08-2010
22m
Alex Bruvels is the last of this fivesome to host. A competitive person, Alex is still out to win and will be disappointed if he doesn't. His menu consists of shucked raw PEI oysters as the hors d'oeuvre, pan seared mahi-mahi as the appetizer, rabbit in Cabernet jus with risotto as the main course, and strawberry and sugar cookie parfait for dessert. He realizes that he is taking a risk by serving cute bunny rabbit in his meal about which he doesn't care, but he doesn't realize the equally risky maneuver in his dress code of white attire. Even after these knowns, his guests don't have high expectations for the evening due to his young age (twenty-three) and still "frat boy" mentality of life, so are surprised that Alex is going for the fine dining theme. But they're lucky that they don't spot Alex's food preparation, which would cause fine dining restaurants to close. He'll soon find out if his fine dining evening worked as he announces the winner of the $1,000.
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Simcha Snell: Block Two
Episode 9 - 11-08-2010
22m
Simcha Snell is the host for the evening. Although she states she's a confident person, she confesses that she doesn't want the expectation of her party to be too high and not live up to it. Her Mexican-inspired menu consists of basil infused shrimp over Tijuana salad as the appetizer, perrine chicken with coco rice as the main course, and Oaxacan chocolate cheesecake for dessert. A usually reserved Simcha surprises by being part of the evening's entertainment, but as usual, Jackson has the last word. But she's glad when the evening's over so that someone else can be in the spotlight instead of her.
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Jackson Mann: Block Two
Episode 8 - 11-08-2010
22m
After last night's party, Beth doesn't believe she has a chance of winning anymore, while the remaining three hosts still believe they have a chance but need to step up their game plan due to Tania's impressive party. Jackson Mann is third on the list to host the dinner party. Regardless of the food or the party, will Jackson's unapologetically loud and overbearing personality factor in on how he will be scored? Jackson's Asian-inspired menu consists of "tank car" agedashi tofu and lo mai gai as the appetizers, five-spice Crystal prawns with "we lost the dog" ramen as the main course, and mango mousse for dessert. This menu surprises his guests, who expected more down home cooking from Jackson. Jackson being the evening's entertainment doesn't surprise his guests, but some of the content of that entertainment and what follows his performance do catch his guests off guard.
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Tania Morano: Block Two
Episode 7 - 11-08-2010
22m
The five contestants assess their chances of winning based on experiencing the first party hosted by Beth, who is reeling over the error she made with her ribs, which she blames on no one but herself. And the other four are still trying to understand Jackson's unusual style of engagement. Tania Morano is second on the list to host the dinner party. Hers Italian-inspired gangster menu, which mixes her own ethnic background with her DJ lifestyle, consists of espresso martinis as the welcome drink, gnocchi mafiosi as the appetizer, cottolette à la funghi as the main course, and tiramisu à la puntana for dessert. She is hoping that two of the three food courses will go well as she's never made them before. She uses the gangster theme to welcome her guests in an unusual way. And Alex and Beth find Tania's ultimate plan for winning in her bedroom.
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Beth Bovaird: Block Two
Episode 6 - 11-08-2010
22m
The five contestants for this week are: hypnotist Beth Bovaird, a glamor girl; recent college graduate Alex Bruvels, who people often see as being over confident; street performer and carny Jackson Mann, whose job requires him to speak quickly; DJ Tania Morano, a party girl with a penchant to use four letter words; and touring Broadway production company employee Simcha Snell, a bubbly person. Beth Bovaird is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of lime margaritas as the welcome drink, tequila and lime scallops as the appetizer, smoked back ribs with beans, coleslaw and corn bread as the main course, and pendulum parfait for dessert. As Beth deals with an issue in the kitchen with what she ultimately coins her possessed ribs, Jackson takes over personality-wise in the dining room, which exhausts the others. Alex and Jackson each get something unexpected on their plate, which may hurt Beth's chances for winning. As the evening comes to a close, Beth hopes the one major disaster of which she is aware will not ruin her chances of success.
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Marsha Mowers: Block One
Episode 5 - 11-01-2010
22m
The five reflect on the disasters from the evening before, although James feels he still has a good chance of winning. Marsha Mowers is the last of this five to host. She believes that not only does the food need to be good to win, but that the conversation needs to be good and the booze needs to flow. Her New York City inspired menu consists of Mott Street martini as the welcome drink, Waldorf salad as the appetizer, Battery Park beef and Chelsea potato cake as the main course, and SoHo cheesecake as the dessert. In some respects, Marsha is winging it as she doesn't like to follow recipes, does as little work as possible, and if she does have to do work, complains about it. Like some of parties before, timing becomes an issue for Marsha. And being the last party of the week, the five are a little more candid about their thoughts not only of this party but of the other four, with James and Jennifer in particular having a special moment. Marsha finds out if her game plan and execution are enough as she announces the winner of the $1,000.
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James Marshall: Block One
Episode 4 - 11-01-2010
22m
James Marshall is the host for the evening. He has felt confident right from the start of the week about winning, and is feeling even more certain now after the first three dinner parties. Because of his superior attitude, his guests expect nothing but the best and if he doesn't deliver, he may feel their wrath. His menu consists of fish & chips (pretentious styled) as the appetizer, pork belly with braised cabbage and dumplings (and pan roasted duck breast for Jewish Holly) as the main course, and croissant custard brulée for dessert. James admits to feeling stressed and having a few disasters in the kitchen, but will these translate to what his guests see and taste in the dining room? By the end of the evening, his guests leave his house with a sense of satisfaction, but for an unexpected reason.
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Jennifer Reimer: Block One
Episode 3 - 11-01-2010
22m
Jennifer Reimer is third on the list to host the dinner party. After eating many "foreign" and unknown foods over the first two parties, Jennifer wants to get back to her own roots and comfort. Her Highland inspired menu consists of blue lagoon as a welcome drink, heavenly prawns in rose-marie sauce as the appetizer, steak and mushroom pie as the main course, and tipsy trifle for dessert. She also mentions a surprise food item, about which most are not surprised but disgusted. As she is running a little behind schedule with the food, Jennifer lulls her guests with some soothing music and much liquor. But will the timing problems and the fact of some of the ingredients be her downfall?
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David Hawe: Block One
Episode 2 - 11-01-2010
22m
All five diners at last night's party discuss their chances of winning in light of the quality of the first party. Holly herself, in hindsight, believes her night "bombed". David Hawe, the next to host the dinner party, plans to "wing it" for good or bad. In certain respects, he has to since he doesn't have a standard kitchen but rather just a hot plate, microwave and toaster oven. His hot plate, microwave and toaster oven menu consists of watermelon snappers as the welcome drink, pig and a pokie as the appetizer, gazpacho with cheesy crisps as the main course (yes, as the main course), and red velvet cake as the dessert. David is hoping to make magic in the kitchen with his limited equipment. He probably can't have a disaster in the kitchen since there's nothing with which to create one. Perhaps the biggest disaster of the evening is Marsha's hair. And Holly is surprised to see something familiar in David's house.
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Holly Rasky: Block One
Episode 1 - 11-01-2010
22m
The five contestants for this week are: photographer David Hawe, who isn't looking forward to being "trapped" with five strangers for the week; media consultant James Marshall, a food snob who is especially critical of food aimed to impress and that doesn't; PR consultant Marsha Mowers, a black dress and shoes person; lawyer Holly Rasky, a single woman who hopes her television exposure might attract a potential partner; and Scotswoman Jennifer Reimer, a meat and potatoes kind of woman. Holly Rasky is the first to host the dinner party. Her menu consists of vodka spiked lemonade as the welcome drink, mango pockets and goats cheese balls as the appetizer, vanilla miso black cod as the main course, and cheesecake lollipops served on cat grass for dessert. She is hoping that her creativity will earn her some extra marks from her guests. Although she doesn't have any major disasters either in the kitchen or the dining room, her guests do comment on the creativity and effort of the meal. And Jennifer hopes to take something else home with her besides the memory of the evening.
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