Ep 8. Country Boys in the Big City

Two country boys from the South come to the big city to take on renowned chef Bobby Flay in this episode of Beat Bobby Flay. The contestants are both experienced chefs, but they have different styles and unique twists on Southern cuisine. One chef specializes in classic dishes like fried chicken and mac and cheese, while the other brings a modern flair to his cooking with fusion dishes and unexpected flavor combinations.

The first round of the competition is a classic challenge where the chefs have to create their signature dish in 20 minutes using a surprise ingredient. The judges, including Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and comedian Bert Kreischer, taste the dishes and decide which chef will move on to the next round. But the pressure is on because the winner of this round gets to choose the dish that Bobby Flay has to recreate in the final round.

In the second round, the chefs have to create a dish that combines Southern and urban flavors to impress the judges. The chefs bring their A-game, using ingredients like grits, collard greens, and black-eyed peas to create unique dishes that show off their culinary skills. But only one chef can move on to the final round to face off against Bobby Flay.

The final round is the ultimate test for the remaining chef. They have to recreate the dish chosen by the winner of the first round, but with a slight twist that can throw them off their game. Bobby Flay has to taste both dishes and decide which one is the best. But the challenge isn't over yet, because the winner of the final round also has to win over the judges.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a taste of the South through the eyes of the two contestants, as they talk about their background, their passion for cooking, and how they incorporate their Southern roots into their dishes. The judges also share their thoughts on Southern cuisine and how it has evolved over the years.

Country Boys in the Big City is a fun and exciting episode of Beat Bobby Flay that showcases the diversity of Southern cooking and the skills of two talented chefs. Viewers are sure to enjoy the entertaining competition and the mouthwatering dishes that are created.