Chopped Canada

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  • 2014
  • 12 Seasons
  • 5.6  (175)

Chopped Canada is a culinary competition show that premiered on Food Network in 2014. The show is an adaptation of the popular American show, Chopped, and is hosted by Dean McDermott, with Brad Smith and Lynn Crawford serving as recurring judges alongside a rotating panel of guest judges. The format of the show involves four competing chefs who must create a three-course meal using four mystery ingredients in each course. At the beginning of each round, the chefs are presented with a basket of ingredients, which must be used in their dishes. The chefs are given a limited amount of time to prep and cook their dishes and are judged on their creativity, presentation, and taste. The show is divided into three rounds - appetizer, entree, and dessert. After each round, one chef is eliminated based on the judges' critique of their dishes. The remaining chefs move on to the next round until one chef is declared the winner. Apart from the regular episodes, the show also features special episodes such as "Chopped Canada Teen Challenge" and "Chopped Canada Champions" where previous winners of the show compete against each other. Dean McDermott, the host of the show, is an experienced actor and chef who has appeared in several TV shows and movies. He brings a fun and lively energy to the show and keeps the competition light-hearted with his humorous commentary and interaction with the contestants. Brad Smith, a former CFL player and television personality, serves as one of the recurring judges. He adds an athlete's perspective to the show and has a keen eye for detail and technique when it comes to judging the contestants' dishes. Lynn Crawford, a celebrated Canadian chef, is the other recurring judge on the show. Her years of experience in the culinary industry bring a level of expertise to the judging panel, and she is known for her no-nonsense approach to critiquing the contestants' dishes. Overall, Chopped Canada is an exciting and engaging culinary competition show that showcases the creativity and skills of Canada's top chefs. The show has garnered a loyal audience over the years and continues to be a favorite among food lovers and aspiring chefs in Canada.

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Seasons
Creme de la Crop
12. Creme de la Crop
April 2, 2015
A roast beef accompaniment, mint and pineapple appear in the dessert round.
Taken Out by Takeout
11. Taken Out by Takeout
March 26, 2015
Takeout containers are presented to the competing chefs, who must transform Greek salad and beef pho into tasty appetizers. Also: entrées made from a drive-through staple; and Asian desserts with a cherry twist.
A Brisket, A Basket
10. A Brisket, A Basket
March 19, 2015
The contenders must transform chicken wieners and dried fruit into a winning combination in round one. Meanwhile, brisket is tough to handle in the second basket as the chefs fight to make it to the final round.
Every Round Has Its Thorns
9. Every Round Has Its Thorns
March 12, 2015
Chefs are challenged out of the gate as a host of unusual ingredients take the stage. Ready made eggrolls and stilton cheese collide in the appetizer round, giving way to the odd pairing of blood sausage and lemongrass in the entree.
Steaking Their Claim
8. Steaking Their Claim
March 5, 2015
Frog legs and cookies get things hopping as chefs face off.
Dippity Do What?
7. Dippity Do What?
February 26, 2015
Dessert throws yet another curveball with fiddleheads in the mix.
How About Them Apples?
6. How About Them Apples?
February 19, 2015
Round 1 ingredients include Italian soda, Thai noodles and the Indian spice, garam masala. Later, entries are made using frozen French fries and tuna steaks; and a dessert basket, with a fall theme, contains apples.
Viewers' Choice: Land, Sea, Air
5. Viewers' Choice: Land, Sea, Air
February 12, 2015
Fans across the nation weighed in with their ideas for challenging baskets.
It's a Pig's Ear
4. It's a Pig's Ear
February 5, 2014
The chefs must incorporate Pigs' ears and poblano peppers, beef hearts and turkey breast in their dishes.
It's a Halva Day
3. It's a Halva Day
January 29, 2015
Four female chefs compete. Included: salmon cakes in the appetizer round; entrées made with goat; and desserts created using frozen breakfast treats.
Holler for Challah
2. Holler for Challah
January 22, 2015
Some chefs draw a boudin blanc in the first round.
Kat-A-What?
1. Kat-A-What?
January 15, 2015
The chefs are puzzled by the presence of a Middle Eastern ingredient in the appetizer round. The entree round won't be a snap as they must pair monkfish with cocktail onions and a sweet treat.
Description

Chopped Canada is a culinary competition show that premiered on Food Network in 2014. The show is an adaptation of the popular American show, Chopped, and is hosted by Dean McDermott, with Brad Smith and Lynn Crawford serving as recurring judges alongside a rotating panel of guest judges.

The format of the show involves four competing chefs who must create a three-course meal using four mystery ingredients in each course. At the beginning of each round, the chefs are presented with a basket of ingredients, which must be used in their dishes. The chefs are given a limited amount of time to prep and cook their dishes and are judged on their creativity, presentation, and taste.

The show is divided into three rounds - appetizer, entree, and dessert. After each round, one chef is eliminated based on the judges' critique of their dishes. The remaining chefs move on to the next round until one chef is declared the winner.

Apart from the regular episodes, the show also features special episodes such as "Chopped Canada Teen Challenge" and "Chopped Canada Champions" where previous winners of the show compete against each other.

Dean McDermott, the host of the show, is an experienced actor and chef who has appeared in several TV shows and movies. He brings a fun and lively energy to the show and keeps the competition light-hearted with his humorous commentary and interaction with the contestants.

Brad Smith, a former CFL player and television personality, serves as one of the recurring judges. He adds an athlete's perspective to the show and has a keen eye for detail and technique when it comes to judging the contestants' dishes.

Lynn Crawford, a celebrated Canadian chef, is the other recurring judge on the show. Her years of experience in the culinary industry bring a level of expertise to the judging panel, and she is known for her no-nonsense approach to critiquing the contestants' dishes.

Overall, Chopped Canada is an exciting and engaging culinary competition show that showcases the creativity and skills of Canada's top chefs. The show has garnered a loyal audience over the years and continues to be a favorite among food lovers and aspiring chefs in Canada.

Chopped Canada is a series that is currently running and has 12 seasons (47 episodes). The series first aired on January 2, 2014.

Where to Watch Chopped Canada

Chopped Canada is available for streaming on the Food Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Chopped Canada on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    January 2, 2014
  • IMDB Rating
    5.6  (175)