Alex vs America

Jan 2, 2022

Three talented shellfish experts from across the United States challenge Alex Guarnaschelli in two intense rounds of cooking. Hailing from Louisiana, Maine, and Hawaii, these chefs are betting their skills with shellfish can give them a chance at beating the fearsome Chef Alex. In round 1 the chefs seal their fate by choosing the ingredients they and Alex will cook with. Will their choices give them an advantage in the first round, or will Alex blow them all out of the water? One chef will be eliminated before going into round two, where they have the chance to win up to $15k, but only if they can defeat Chef Alex.

Jan 9, 2022

Chef Alex and three skilled chefs from across the U.S. take on an iconic American ingredient: Beef. Joining the fight from Oklahoma, Georgia and Texas, these beef pros will take their shot at knocking Alex out of the top spot. The chefs will strategize what ingredients to use and test their abilities against Alex. Judges Michael Voltaggio and Cara Nicoletti will decided if these beef chefs can keep Alex on her toes or if she will walk all over them.

Jan 16, 2022

It's hot in the arena when Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three spice experts from across the US to attempt to take down Chef Alex. Chefs from Arizona, Washington DC, and California are each ready to show Alex and the judges their unique take on spice. Their strategy picking ingredients in round one could help them succeed, but will it be enough to get them a win in the second round. Judges Antonia Lofaso and Bricia Lopez will determine which chef can stand the heat and take the win.

Jan 23, 2022

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three chefs specializing in noodles to the Alex vs. America arena. The chefs from New York, California and New Jersey, each with their own unique take perfecting noodles, will have to strategize what type of pasta and ingredients they will cook with in round 1, all in hopes of knocking Chef Alex out of the competition. Judges Evan Funke and Jet Tila will determine whether these noodle experts have a chance of taking Alex down in her own arena.

Jan 30, 2022

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three chocolatiers from Tennessee, Florida and California to the arena to take on classically trained Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a competition for dessert domination. The chefs must strategize what ingredients to use in round one in hopes of knocking Chef Alex out of the competition. In round two, the remaining chefs rely on their knowledge of chocolate work to vie for the top spot and the chance to win $10,000 as awarded by judges Valerie Gordon and Jonathan Grahm.

Jul 31, 2022

A trio of regional Italian cuisine experts unite to challenge Alex Guarnaschelli. They devise a plan in round one, then in round two, one expert faces off against Alex in her kitchen, judged by Antonia Lofaso and Evan Funke.

Jul 31, 2022

Chefs from across the U.S. compete in a high-stakes brunch cook-off against renowned chef Alex Guarnaschelli. Intense ingredient selection round precedes elimination challenge before final round crowning $15,000 grand prize winner.

Aug 7, 2022

Two-round culinary competition. Round one: ingredient selection aims to eliminate Chef Alex facing pork experts from three states. Round two: remaining chefs showcase pork talents vying for $10,000 prize against formidable Alex.

Aug 14, 2022

A cheese competition pits talented chefs from across the U.S. against each other as they employ strategic approaches to highlight their expertise with cheese. An unforeseen victor emerges.

Aug 21, 2022

In Eric Adjepong's cooking competition, chefs from California, Florida, and Colorado strategize with ingredients in round one against French-trained Chef Alex. Judges Ludo Lefebvre and Victoire Loup crown the winner after the finale.

Aug 28, 2022

Three seasoned dessert chefs from across the United States challenge Alex Guarnaschelli in two sweet rounds of cooking. Representing California, Washington and Texas, the chefs are betting their skills with pastry can give them a chance at taking down Chef Alex. Will their skill in pastry get them the win, or will Alex surprise them with her dessert knowledge? Judges Sherry Yard and Dahlia Narvaez will decide.

Sep 4, 2022

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three chefs specializing in vegetarian and vegan cuisine to the arena. The chefs from New York, Oregon and Texas, representing some of the most popular vegan spots in their states, will have to strategize what type of ingredients they help them be successful in round 1, all in hopes of knocking Chef Alex out of the competition and a chance to win $10,000. Judges Jet Tila and Fariyal Abdullahi will determined the winner of these intense No Meat Allowed challenges.

Sep 11, 2022

Expect the unexpected when Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three modernist cuisine experts from across the US. Ready to show Alex what they can do, these chefs from New Jersey, Colorado and South Carolina are ready to stretch the boundaries of food in two rounds of intense competition. Will these outside-the-box chefs be able to outcook Chef Alex?

Apr 16, 2023

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three powerhouse James Beard-winning chefs from Illinois, Georgia and California to the arena. These chefs know Alex Guarnaschelli personally, and they're ready to show off how they won one the most prestigious culinary awards in America. Iconic judges Stephanie Izard and Kwame Onwauchi determine which chef can dominate the competition in an emotional two rounds of impressive cooking.

Apr 23, 2023

Three poultry-loving chefs from Florida, California and Illinois bring their skills to face Alex Guarnaschelli in a chicken challenge.

Apr 30, 2023

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and three skilled chefs from across the country meet host Eric Adjepong to take on one of America's favorite ingredients: bacon! Joining the fight from California, Massachusetts and Colorado, these bacon experts take their shot at knocking Alex out of the top spot. They'll have to prove their abilities and bacon know-how in front of judges Chris Cosentino and Cara Nicoletti to best Chef Alex with the country's most-loved protein.

May 7, 2023

Three chefs hailing from Mississippi, Tennessee and North Carolina face Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle that celebrates Southern comfort food.

May 14, 2023

Three of the country's most skilled salmon experts look to prove their knowledge of fish can compete with Alex Guarnaschelli's experience.

May 21, 2023

Three chefs from Hawaii take on Alex Guarnaschelli in a competition celebrating unique Hawaiian food.

May 28, 2023

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three experienced competition pastry chefs from Kentucky, California and New Jersey to outshine Alex Guarnaschelli's pastry knowledge. The pastry chefs pull out all the stops in two intense rounds of competition, giving Alex a run for her money. Judges Sherry Yard and Stephanie Boswell determine whether these chefs have what it takes to bring her down.

Jun 4, 2023

Three talented chefs representing some of the busiest sports stadiums in the United States join host Eric Adjepong and challenge Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle for the best game day dish. In round one, the chefs seal their fate by choosing the ingredients everyone will be using and hope their decision will give them the advantage. Antonia Lofaso and Beau MacMillan judge as one chef is eliminated before going into round two, where they have the chance to win up to $15,000 if they can knock Chef Alex out of the ballpark.

Jun 11, 2023

Eric Adjepong welcomes three spud experts from across the country to challenge Alex Guarnaschelli with one of America's top foods; judges Simon Majumdar and Ricardo Zarate determine if one of these chefs can beat chef Alex in her own kitchen.

Jun 11, 2023

Host Eric Adjepong invites three California-based chefs to take down New Yorker Alex Guarnaschelli with their coastal cuisine. Representing different parts of the Golden State, the chefs bet their skills with Californian food will give them a chance at defeating Chef Alex. Judges Michael Voltaggio and Troy Johnson decide if their strategy and talent give them the edge they need.

Jul 14, 2024

In a battle for the ages, Alex Guarnaschelli must compete against her friends and fiercest rivals -- the other Iron Chefs! Host Eric Adjepong invites chefs Michael Symon, Stephanie Izard and Jose Garces to face their fellow Iron Chef in an intense and emotional two-round battle for supremacy. Then, Alex must impress more Iron Chefs as judges Simon Majumdar and Geoffrey Zakarian determine who dominates the competition.

Jul 21, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong introduces three talented competitors not just from Chef Alex Guarnaschelli's home state, but her home city: New York! Representing the city's the diverse cuisine, the chefs will have to strategize what ingredients to use in round one in hopes to knock Alex out of the competition. Judges Marcus Samuelsson and Leah Cohen keep the Big Apple in mind as the remaining chefs use their skills to vie for the top spot.

Jul 28, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong challenges three pastry chefs specializing in frozen desserts to take on Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, and these cool treat experts will have to strategize on what ingredients they think will take Alex out in round one. In a competitive round two, judges Duff Goldman and Natasha Case will determine if one of these chefs is cool and collected enough to beat Alex in her own kitchen.

Aug 4, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong brings in three lobster specialists from Maine, New York, and Connecticut to face Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in two boiling hot rounds of culinary competition. As they prove their skill with the king of crustaceans, judges Antonia Lofaso and Esther Choi see if anyone can sink their claws into Alex's reputation.

Aug 18, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong brings in chefs from California, Texas and New York to show up Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle of Mediterranean specialties. These experts take their shot at blowing Alex out of the water as they hope their ingredient choices will put them in favor with judges Gabriele Bertaccini and Einat Admony.

Aug 18, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three talented fruit experts from across the United States to challenge Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle for the best fruit dish. In round one, the chefs seal their fate by choosing the ingredients everyone will be using, and their pick could give them an advantage or help Alex dominate the competition. After judges Troy Johnson and Lee Anne Wong send one chef home, the remaining competitors amp up their produce game in an effort to claim up to $15,000.

Aug 25, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong invites three expert Japanese chefs to take on Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a competition that's way out of her comfort zone. Skilled chefs from Washington, Illinois and New York test their mastery of Japanese cuisine in two rounds of intense competition, while judges Shota Nakajima and Tetsu Yahagi decide if these chefs have what it takes to beat an Iron Chef in her own arena.

Sep 1, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong challenges Chef Alex Guarnaschelli with one of the most versatile ingredients as three egg-loving chefs from Kansas, Washington, DC, and California hope their skills with eggs will crack Alex's competition prowess. In a blind judging, Brooke Williamson and Michael Voltaggio see if any of the challengers can leave Alex feeling scrambled in her own kitchen

Sep 8, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong invites three chefs representing California, Washington and New York to tackle one of most difficult foods to pull off in competitions -- rice! They will have to prove their skills with rice can compete with Alex Guarnaschelli's knowledge of intense competition as judges Jet Tila and Claudette Zepeda decide who has a chance at the money round

Sep 15, 2024

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three award-winning chefs from Arizona, New Mexico and Texas to show Chef Alex Guarnaschelli the best of the Southwest. While they use their seasoned cooking skills to outcook the Iron Chef, noted Southwestern judges Beau MacMillan and Maria Mason determine which chef can handle the heat in two spicy rounds of competition

Oct 7, 2025

Host Eric Adjepong is ready to shake things up as he welcomes three Tournament of Champions winners to take on Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle for the ages. Chefs Antonia Lofaso, Tiffani Faison and Mei Lin are formidable competitors, but they are also close friends and colleagues of Chef Alex, making these two rounds of cooking even more intense. In a blind tasting, judges Cat Cora and Susan Feniger decide if these conquerors of the randomizer will be the first to knock Alex out of the competition

Oct 14, 2025

Host Eric Adjepong has some tricks up his sleeve when he invites three all-star Chopped judges and some of Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli's closest friends to the arena. James Beard Award winners Marcus Samuelsson and Scott Conant, along with Tournament of Champions winner Maneet Chauhan, enter the kitchen with a plan to take Alex down, using some of the most difficult ingredients yet. Antonia Lofaso and Jonathon Sawyer judge this historic battle and decide which of the exceptional chefs will go out in the first round. Will Alex be able to defend her name in lights, or will her trusted colleagues become her greatest enemies?

Oct 21, 2025

Chef Jet Tila curates a group of Thai chefs ready to blow Chef Alex Guarnaschelli out of the water with their skills in Thai cuisine. Previous Alex vs America winner Sugar Sungkamee and James Beard Nominee Arnold Myint join Chef Jet with a plan to take Alex down in the first round. In unfamiliar food territory, will Iron Chef Guarnaschelli be able to hold her own, or will she be forced to put down her knives in the first round? Host Eric Adjepong welcomes Thai experts Justin Pichetrungsi and Penny Chutima to judge in two rounds of spicy and intense cooking

Oct 28, 2025

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes back three incomparable chefs who have each beaten Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in past competitions. It's one of Alex's biggest nightmares yet as chefs Kevin Lee, Taylor Frankel and Jonathon Sawyer return to defend their winning title. In two rounds of intense competition, renowned chefs and judges Marcus Samuelsson and Maneet Chauhan decide if Alex will find redemption

Nov 4, 2025

Alex vs Her Favorite Chefs

Nov 11, 2025

Host Eric Adjepong welcomes three award-winning chefs specializing in Mexican cuisine to the arena. Ray Garcia, Claudette Zepeda and Gustavo Romero are ready to take on Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a battle celebrating America's neighbors to the South. Chef Alex fights to maintain her dominance against skilled chefs in a cuisine she loves to eat but rarely cooks, but will these skilled chefs be too spicy for Alex to handle? Respected chefs Daniela Soto-Innes and Bricia Lopez judge whether Alex has the expertise to get the better of these Mexican experts in her own house

Nov 18, 2025

It's six against one! Never before seen in the Alex vs America arena, host Eric Adjepong invites three restaurant teams, consisting of an executive chef and sous chef, to take on Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli. With only herself to rely on, Alex will have to outcook acclaimed teams of chefs who have years of experience cooking together. In two rounds, where anyone can be sent home, will she be able to keep up? The expert team of restaurateurs and brothers Michael and Bryan Voltaggio serve as judges for these exciting battles

Nov 25, 2025

Eric Adjepong hosts as experienced bakers and successful competitors Keya Wingfield, Melissa Yanc and Karina Rivera join forces to take down Chef Alex Guarnaschelli in a pastry battle. As the cuisines get even more difficult, Alex must use her expertise in gameplay to outthink and outcook her opponents. Stephanie Boswell and Sherry Yard judge the two rounds of competition, where the chefs have a chance to win up to $15,000, but only if they can defeat Chef Alex!