Beat Bobby Flay Season 13 Episode 1 Not So Nice Sugar and Spice

In the first episode of the thirteenth season of "Beat Bobby Flay," titled "Not So Nice Sugar and Spice," two chefs compete to take down culinary icon Bobby Flay in a battle of sweet and savory flavors.

First up is chef Loryn Freiling, a self-taught baker and owner of a popular dessert bar. Freiling is confident in her abilities to create delicious baked goods, but will she be able to bring her skills to the savory side of the kitchen? She faces off against chef Miguel Trinidad, executive chef and owner of several acclaimed restaurants in New York City. Trinidad is known for his creative dishes that fuse Latin and Asian flavors, making him a formidable opponent in any kitchen.

The competition starts with a traditional coin toss to determine who gets to choose the secret ingredient that both chefs must use in their dishes. Freiling wins the toss and opts for corned beef hash, a hearty breakfast staple that is often served with eggs. Both chefs have one hour to create their best dish featuring the challenge ingredient, which will be judged by two esteemed culinary experts.

Freiling decides to use the corned beef hash as a filling for her savory scones, which she pairs with a poached egg and hollandaise sauce. She also creates a sweet and spicy glaze to balance out the salty flavors of the corned beef. Trinidad takes a different approach, using the challenge ingredient to create a Latin-inspired breakfast bowl with black beans, sweet plantains, and a fried egg on top. He also adds a touch of heat with a spicy crema sauce.

The judges have a difficult time deciding between the two dishes, as both chefs manage to incorporate the challenge ingredient in creative and delicious ways. In the end, one chef is declared the winner and moves on to the next round, while the other is sent home.

But the competition is far from over. The episode ends with the winner of the first round going head-to-head with Bobby Flay in a second round of cooking challenges. This round is even tougher, as the chefs must create a three-course meal featuring a surprise ingredient that is not revealed until moments before the cooking begins.

With high stakes and pressure to impress the judges, both chefs must bring their A-game to the kitchen if they hope to beat Bobby Flay. Will the winner of the first round be able to hold their own against one of the most experienced celebrity chefs in the world? Tune in to "Beat Bobby Flay" to find out who comes out on top.