Hell’s Kitchen is back for its 23rd season, introducing an exciting new competition format beloved by fans. The season premiered on FOX on September 26, 2024, featuring the theme “Head Chefs Only.”This time around, 18 skilled head chefs from various culinary backgrounds are ready to showcase their talent and leadership skills in the kitchen.
Hosted by the renowned Chef Gordon Ramsay, the season promises to elevate these culinary experts as they compete in the Signature Dish Challenge, along with their first dinner service. For the inaugural time, the show is set at the Foxwoods Resort Casino on the East Coast.
Introducing the Contestants of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23
1. Amanda Currie
- Age: 39
- Hometown: Orlando, Florida
- Executive Chef
2. Amber Evans
- Age: 32
- Hometown: Palm Springs, CA
- Head Chef
3. Ann Marie Stauber
- Age: 34
- Hometown: Highlands Ranch, CO
- Executive Chef
4. Anthony Joevo
- Age: 28
- Hometown: Sacramento, CA
- Executive Chef
5. Brandon Kerr
- Age: 34
- Hometown: Arvada, CO
- Executive Chef
6. Brittany Ellsworth
- Age: 37
- Hometown: Homer, AL
- Executive Chef
7. Corbin Emilio
- Age: 36
- Hometown: Appleton, WI
- Executive Chef
8. Egypt Davis
- Age: 31
- Hometown: Chicago, IL
- Executive Banquet Chef
9. Hannah Flora
- Age: 31
- Hometown: Boynton Beach, FL
- Country Club Executive Chef
10. Joe Tartamalla
- Age: 35
- Hometown: Staten Island, New York
- Executive Chef
11. Kyle Timpson
- Age: 29
- Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
- Executive Chef
12. Lulu Dangerfield
- Age: 36
- Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
- Executive Chef
13. Magali Ort
- Age: 28
- Hometown: Hartford City, IN
- Executive Chef
14. Meghan Ellis
- Age: 37
- Hometown: Honolulu, HI
- Executive Chef
15. Michael Lovano
- Age: 27
- Hometown: Hudson, OH
- Executive Chef
16. Shant Halajian
- Age: 29
- Hometown: Glendale, CA
- Executive Chef
17. Uri Elbaum
- Age: 27
- Hometown: Long Branch, NJ
- Executive Chef
18. Whit Thomas
- Age: 35
- Hometown: Atlanta, GA
- Head Chef
Recap of the Previous Season
Season 22 of the popular American reality show, Hell’s Kitchen, titled “Hell’s Kitchen: The American Dream,”debuted on Fox on September 28, 2023, and wrapped up on January 25, 2024.
As with previous seasons, Chef Gordon Ramsay continued as the host and head chef, with Christina Wilson serving as the Red Team’s sous-chef and Jason Santos as the Blue Team’s sous-chef. Marino Monferrato returned as maître d’.
This season was significant as it marked the final filming in California before relocating to the East Coast in Season 23. The season concluded with Ryan O’Sullivan emerging as the winner, notably the first Hell’s Kitchen champion from outside the United States.
Get a Glimpse of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23 Premiere
In a groundbreaking move, Hell’s Kitchen is now set on the East Coast at the Foxwoods Resort Casino. The season starts with a recap of last season, highlighting Ryan O’Sullivan’s victory over Johnathan Benvenuti. Kicking off with the Signature Dish Challenge, the competing chefs, assisted by the U.S. Coast Guard, will showcase their culinary prowess for a chance to lead the kitchen at Hell’s Kitchen Foxwoods Resort Casino and win a grand prize of $250,000.
Each chef is given 40 minutes to present their top dish, and excitement builds as tensions escalate following an injury to Brittany. Nonetheless, seven contestants impress with perfect scores, revealing the fierce competition. The episode concludes with Chef Ramsay dramatically igniting a fire using a flamethrower, leaving viewers eager for the next episode with a “To Be Continued”note.
Don’t miss the exciting premiere of Hell’s Kitchen Season 23. Tune in to Fox every Thursday at 8/7c to watch Chef Gordon Ramsay challenge these 18 talented head chefs.
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