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The Next Food Network Star Brett August Blogs: “It’s different watching the show when you aren’t on camera”

June
22

Watching last night’s episode of The Next Food Network Star was really different for me. You have a very different perspective on the challenges when you aren’t part of them and it’s much easier to relax and enjoy the show!

If I had had the opportunity to be part of this episode and give a budget-friendly tip during the Tyler Florence challenge, I would have told America to use their leftover roasting chicken to make quesadillas. It’s not only economical, but chicken is a frequently used ingredient in kitchens across America.

I can only imagine how nervous and excited the contestants were to cook for Ina Garten. Viewers may not realize that it is not only challenging to prepare dishes that could lead to your elimination, but also to cook in an unfamiliar kitchen, work in teams and to have only an hour to finish your dishes.

One thing is for sure…with all of the different types of challenges the contestants are facing, this season is sure to be a wild ride. I’m looking forward to next week’s episode and the exciting challenges that lie ahead for the remaining contestants.

This entry was posted on Monday, June 22nd, 2009 at 7:58 am by baugust.
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