Step into the dynamic, unpredictable, and unexpected worlds of Asia’s top chefs with Chefs Uncut. The new 2024 series shines a light on six Southeast Asian culinary maestros: Bangkok’s Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn (Le Du, Nusara) and Asia’s Best Female Chef 2024 Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij (Potong); Singapore’s chef LG Han (Labyrinth), TV personality Bjorn Shen (MasterChef Singapore), and chocolatier Janice Wong (2am Dessert Bar, Janice Wong Pure Imagination); and last but not least from the Philippines, Jordy Navarra (Toyo Eatery, Panaderya Toyo). With one episode dedicated to each chef, the series grants viewers the privilege of seeing what makes them tick, their unending obsessions, and the creative processes often obscured behind the curtains.

Chefs Uncut is streaming on Netflix.

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Restaurants at the End of the World is sure to pique the curiosity of thrill-seekers and foodies alike. In this National Geographic series, chef and TV personality Kristen Kish heads to some of the world’s most remote restaurants, giving us a peek into the distinct and daunting challenges they face—and perhaps more importantly, why it’s all worth it. Join Kish as she collects glacial ice from the Arctic waters, gets into the kitchen of a floating restaurant in Brazil, and delves into other culinary adventures that make for memorable dining experiences.

Restaurants at the End of the World is streaming on Nat Geo TV and Disney+.

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Chef David Chang is no stranger to food media. In addition to the celebrated restaurants he helmed as the founder of the Momofuku restaurant group, Chang also co-founded Lucky Peach magazine, starred in and produced widely acclaimed series such as Ugly Delicious and Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, and even has his own podcasts.

Now, Chang takes things up a notch with Dinner Time Live: a new Netflix series that marries the mouthwatering appeal of cooking shows with the juicy entertainment of a talk show, all streaming live. Join the famed culinary star as he hosts celebrity guests and cooks up a multi-course meal right in front of them— no cuts or swaps, making for a truly unfiltered dining (and viewing) experience. Between unconventional menu themes such as high-low or Japanese konbini and the rambunctious banter Chang and his guests, Dinner Time Live makes for an amusing watch. 

Dinner Time Live with David Chang is streaming live on Netflix, with new episodes every week.

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Phil Rosenthal is back with an all-new season of Somebody Feed Phil! Best known for his work behind the scenes as the creator, writer, and executive producer of ‘90s sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond, Rosenthal steps in front of the camera for this food and travel show. No, he’s no chef or food expert, but that’s exactly what makes this series so appealing: viewers can easily place themselves in his shoes, savouring the world’s flavours with the everyman’s curiosity. At the end of the day, it’s a show grounded in human connection through food, lighthearted and down to earth with tender moments and chuckles peppered in between. In this seventh season, Rosenthal and his team give us a taste of Mumbai, Kyoto, Dubai, Taipei, “the real” Orlando, and other exciting food destinations. 

Somebody Feed Phil is streaming on Netflix.

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Pressure Cooker brings you a cooking competition like no other: think Survivor meets Hell’s Kitchen. In this show, 11 chefs live in one house to tackle a series of cooking challenges, and without a panel of judges (or even a host, for that matter), the contestants must vote each other out— a decision that’s often based on social strategy and personal agendas rather than pure culinary talent. With a diverse cast of characters, each boasting their own egos and willing to do whatever it takes to win the game, you can expect backstabbing, plot twists, and mouthwatering bites at every turn.

Pressure Cooker is streaming on Netflix.

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This cooking competition hones in on one of the world’s best-loved delicacies: sushi. Morimoto’s Sushi Master celebrates the delicious and complex world of sushi as eight chefs (who you may recognise from other competitions) go head-to-head to demonstrate their expertise in the Japanese staple while imparting their unique flair to every dish.

“Sushi has a lot of rules; let’s break sushi rules,” says chef Masaharu Morimoto (Iron Chef and Iron Chef America), who leads the show as its head judge alongside J. Kenji López-Alt (Serious Eats) and Dakota Weiss (Top Chef) on the panel. While the show’s first season has received polarising reviews and alienated many purists, Morimoto’s Sushi Master has recently been renewed for a second season.

Morimoto’s Sushi Master is streaming on Roku.

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Four years after the premiere of his wildly successful documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi, director David Gelb unveiled Chef’s Table, a docuseries that hones in on the lives of the world’s top chefs, both in and out of the kitchen.  While we patiently await its upcoming seventh and eighth seasons, fans will be delighted to know that the series has released two spin-offs in the past few years, Chef’s Table: BBQ (2020) and Chef’s Table: Pizza (2022). Expect the same captivating cinematography, score, and storytelling that made the original such a hit, with plenty of mouthwatering clips to rouse a hunger.

Chef’s Table: Pizza and Chef’s Table: BBQ are streaming on Netflix.

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Celebrated for both is culinary expertise and humanitarian efforts, the illustrious chef and restaurateur José Andrés (founder of the World Central Kitchen and repeat James Beard Awardee) takes his daughters on a gastronomic pilgrimage through his homeland with his eponymous series, José Andrés and Family in Spain.

Across the six episodes, the Andrés family journeys through Barcelona and Catalonia, Andulasia, Madrid, Valencia, Asturias, and Lanzarote, highlighting the richness of Spain’s rich culinary tapestry. Planning a trip to Spain? Watch out for Andrés’s favourite restaurants and food destinations, while he unravels the flavours and experiences that sparked his love for cooking.

José Andrés and Family in Spain is streaming on Discovery+ and Max.

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As the title suggests, Drink Masters is technically not a food show but rather turns our attention to the other half of F&B often disregarded in media. In this bartending competition, 12 mixologists are pitted against one another for the title of “The Ultimate Drink Master”. Many of the contestants are brilliant bartenders, including seasoned competition champions, while others work as beverage consultants—there’s even one self-taught “home bartender” with no professional experience. The series has been renewed for a second season, suggesting there are greater opportunities in the realms of beverage media to be explored, and the audience is ready for it.

Drink Masters is streaming on Netflix.

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