Ep 2. VA Twins vs. Soul Food Ladies

In the second episode of Family Food Showdown, the VA Twins take on the Soul Food Ladies in an intense culinary battle. The VA Twins, a duo of siblings from Virginia, bring their southern charm and family recipes to the table while the Soul Food Ladies, a family of expert chefs from Alabama, showcase their love for soulful cooking.

As usual, the season's host Valerie Bertinelli greets the teams with her infectious energy and introduces the judges- Clinton Kelly and Chef Antonia Lofaso. The two teams begin their cooking challenge with the appetizer round, where they must create a dish using the mystery ingredient revealed to them moments before. The VA Twins confidently whip up their grilled peach salad with homemade vinaigrette dressing while the Soul Food Ladies serve up a creamy shrimp bisque with Cajun seasoning. The judges are impressed with both dishes, but can only choose one winner.

For the entrée round, both teams must incorporate a different mystery ingredient into their meal. The VA Twins opt for a fusion dish of southern barbecue ribs with a side of Mexican street corn while the Soul Food Ladies prepare peppercorn-crusted steak with cheese grits. As the two families race to finish their dishes, tensions rise in the kitchen. Chef Lofaso compliments the VA Twins' use of smoke and spice on their ribs while Kelly praises the Soul Food Ladies' perfectly cooked steak. The judges' tastes differ, but only one team advances to the dessert round.

In the dessert round, the remaining team must create a delectable dish with the final mystery ingredient. The VA Twins impress the judges with their unique peach cobbler with a cinnamon sugar crust, while the Soul Food Ladies serve up a classic southern pecan pie with a twist. The judges must decide based on taste, presentation, and originality, adding to the suspense.

Overall, the VA Twins and Soul Food Ladies' culinary expertise and passion for cooking leave the judges in awe. The dynamic between the families is also heartwarming to see, as they bond over their love for food and family. In the end, only one team can win the title of Family Food Showdown champion and take home the $10,000 prize. Tune in to find out who takes home the glory.