The Chew Season 5 Episode 72 The Chew's Holiday Spectacular

The Chew's Holiday Spectacular episode of season 5 is the perfect way to kick off the festive season! The hosts, Mario Batali, Michael Symon, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, and Daphne Oz, celebrate the holidays with an all-star lineup of guests and festive recipes that are sure to impress.

The show starts with the joyous 12 Days of Christmas carol. The hosts introduce the topic for the day, which is the special holiday recipes they've cooked up for the audience. During the episode, they showcase their favorite holiday dishes. Mario Batali whips up his famous lasagna, which is perfect for any holiday gathering. Carla Hall creates her twist on classic gingerbread men cookies, which look too adorable to eat. Michael Symon channels his inner Italian and shares a traditional holiday sausage recipe that he grew up with, and Daphne Oz makes an irresistibly tasty eggnog French toast.

In addition to whipping up delicious recipes, the hosts are joined by some amazing guests during the episode. Pat Monahan, the lead singer of the band Train, performs a special holiday song for the audience. The Rockettes also make an appearance and share some behind-the-scenes secrets of their famous Christmas Spectacular show at Radio City Music Hall. Clinton Kelly also interviews celebrity chef, Rachael Ray, who shares her favorite holiday entertaining tips with the audience.

The Chew's Holiday Spectacular episode also includes some exciting giveaways. The hosts hold a special Secret Santa present exchange, where each host picks a name out of a hat and buys a gift for their fellow co-host anonymously. The gifts range from practical kitchen gadgets to silly gag gifts. Additionally, the Chew crew shares their favorite holiday gift ideas with the audience.

Throughout the episode, the hosts also share their favorite holiday memories and traditions. Michael Symon talks about the sausage-making tradition that he grew up with, while Daphne Oz shares her family's New Year's Eve dinner tradition. Carla Hall reveals her love for the black-eyed pea salad that her grandmother made during the holidays, and Clinton Kelly shares a fun holiday beverage recipe that has been passed down in his family for generations.

The Chew's Holiday Spectacular episode is filled with festive cheer, delicious food, and heartwarming stories. It's the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and to gather inspiration for your own holiday entertaining. This episode will leave you feeling inspired to cook, eat, and celebrate all season long!