Ep 2. Summer Lovin'
- TV-G
- May 31, 2020
- 30 min
The episode "Summer Lovin'" of Beat Bobby Flay Season 25 is all about fresh summer flavors and competition. The episode features two chefs vying for a chance to take on Iron Chef Bobby Flay.
The first challenger is Chef Jesse Schenker, a New York City native who has worked at several Michelin-starred restaurants. Schenker is here to show off his skill in combining flavors and textures to create an unforgettable summer dish.
The second challenger is chef Rikki Simerly, a self-taught chef who has been cooking since she was a child. Her passion for cooking has taken her from operating a catering company in Tennessee to competing on national cooking shows.
In round one, the chefs must use a surprise summer ingredient in two different dishes. The ingredient is revealed to be cherries, and the chefs quickly get to work on incorporating this versatile fruit into their dishes. Simerly creates a cherry and pork belly slider, while Schenker opts for a cherry and goat cheese croquette.
The judges, Katie Lee and Geoffrey Zakarian, each take a bite of the dishes and score them based on presentation, creativity, and taste. After tasting both dishes, Simerly takes the win and advances to the final round.
In the final round, Simerly must prepare her signature dish in order to beat Bobby Flay. She chooses to make a grilled peach salad with shrimp and a honey-lemon dressing. Schenker must also prepare his signature dish, which is a grilled swordfish with chimichurri sauce.
Bobby Flay and the guest judges, Lee and Zakarian, must each taste both dishes and score them based on taste, presentation, and creativity. After careful deliberation, the judges declare a winner.
Overall, "Summer Lovin'" is an exciting episode of Beat Bobby Flay that showcases the creativity and skill of talented chefs. The emphasis on fresh, summery flavors keeps things interesting and makes for some delicious dishes. Whether you're a fan of cooking competitions or just looking for some culinary inspiration, this episode is not to be missed.
