Ep 12. Chi-Town Throws Down

Beat Bobby Flay is back with another exciting culinary challenge in its 20th season. In episode 12, entitled Chi-Town Throws Down, two of Chicago's finest chefs battle it out for a chance to face off against celebrity chef Bobby Flay. The stakes are high as the winning chef will get the opportunity to take down Bobby in a one-on-one cooking competition.

The first contestant is Chef Brian Jupiter, a Chicago native with deep roots in the city's culinary scene. He is the owner and executive chef of Ina Mae Tavern, a southern-style restaurant that pays homage to Jupiter's New Orleans upbringing. Jupiter is known for his bold flavors and innovative cooking techniques, and he is ready to bring his A-game to the competition.

Chef Jerrod Aguliar is the second contestant, a culinary force to be reckoned with in Chicago. He is the executive chef and partner of the popular seafood restaurant, The Red Herring Lounge. Aguliar has worked in some of the top restaurants in the city and is known for his mastery of flavors and attention to detail. He is confident in his abilities and ready to take on any challenge that comes his way.

The contestants are tasked with creating a dish using a secret ingredient revealed by guest judge Chef Lamar Moore. Moore is an up-and-coming chef in Chicago and owner of the popular French-American restaurant, The Swill Inn. The secret ingredient is unique and requires the chefs to get creative with their dishes.

Chef Jupiter comes out of the gate strong with a dish that showcases his mastery of flavors and southern-style cooking. He utilizes the secret ingredient in a way that truly highlights its unique flavor profile and impresses the judges with his bold flavors and innovative techniques.

Chef Aguliar also impresses the judges with his dish, which showcases his attention to detail and culinary expertise. His dish is beautifully plated and incorporates the secret ingredient in a creative and unexpected way.

The judges have a difficult decision to make, as both dishes are exceptional. They deliberate carefully before announcing the winner, who will move on to face off against Bobby Flay himself.

The winning chef gets a chance to go head-to-head with the culinary icon in a high-pressure cooking competition where they will have to create a dish that beats Bobby's own invention. Both chefs are pushed to their limits as they race against the clock to come up with a winning dish that will impress the judges and beat Bobby Flay.

Chi-Town Throws Down is an exciting episode of Beat Bobby Flay that showcases two of Chicago's top chefs and their incredible culinary skills. The competition is fierce, and the stakes are high as the contestants vie for the chance to take down Bobby Flay. This episode is a must-watch for any foodie or fan of cooking competitions.