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[Photos: © 2009 Food Network]
 [Photo: © 2009 Food Network] |
On last night’s episode of the Next Food Network Star, the chefs were given the challenge of taking adult foods (squid, Brussels sprouts, etc.) and making them foods that kids would eat. The judging panel included Rachel Ray and three expert kids.
Jamika stumbled during her presentation and didn’t finish before the time ended. Katie was really liked by the kids, but the Food Network judges thought she was boring and condescending. Michael also ran out of time, but everyone loved him anyway.
So when the Elimination Challenge was presented, three of the chefs were already nervous about the possibility of going home. The competitors were divided into teams of two and told to make a live presentation on the Rachel Ray Show where they would update kids’ favorites to be more adult foods.
Debbie & Katie, Melissa & Michael and Jeffrey & Jamika each gave their presentations. The judges told Debbie that she had won the challenge and then they told Michael, Jamika & Katie that they were the bottom three this week.
Jamika was certain that she would be sent home, but the judges told Katie that she was the one to go this week.
I’m happy that Jamika & Michael were safe for another week. They are both so likeable and I have grown to be fans of each of them and Melissa. But Michael will have to overcome his fear of the camera and Jamika will have to gain back her confidence to continue much longer.
What did you think of this week’s challenge? Do you think the judges made the right decision? Let us know!