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"Hell's Kitchen" winner Ariel Fox revealed why dinner service on the show was so terrifying, even after having competed on the show multiple times.
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How To Pick Out A Hell's Kitchen Winner, According To Ariel Fox - Exclusive
Ariel Fox is a "Hell's Kitchen" champ and she exclusively tells Mashed that there are certain characteristics that all winners of the show share. -
Hell's Kitchen Winner Ariel Fox Talks Judging Competitions, Her New Book, And More - Exclusive Interview
Ariel Fox hasn't slowed down from winning "Hell's Kitchen." She discussed becoming a Food Network judge, her new book, her tips for griddle cakes, and more. -
Hunter March's Gluten-Free Fast Food Advice - Exclusive
As someone with a gluten intolerance, Hunter March has learned some tricks to adapt to a gluten-free diet. He shared his favorite fast food chain for a meal. -
How Sugar Rush Judges Really Eat All That Sugar, According To Hunter March - Exclusive
As the name might suggest, "Sugar Rush" is all about eating the sweet stuff with judges consuming lots of sucrose. Host Hunter March shares how they do it. -
Hunter March On Wellness And How He Powered Through Sugar Rush - Exclusive Interview
Hunter March has eaten enough cupcakes to last a lifetime. He spoke to Mashed about his new health habits and his time on "Sugar Rush." -
The Place In Taste Of The Border That Astonished Claudia Sandoval - Exclusive
Claudia Sandoval traveled all around the U.S.-Mexico border for "Taste of the Border." One place in particular was completely different than she expected. -
Claudia Sandoval's Number One Trick For Mastering Mole - Exclusive
Claudio Sandoval has one piece of advice for those trying to master mole for the first time - give yourself lots of time. -
Judy Joo Details The Best Ways To Eat Kimchi - Exclusive
Kimchi "goes on everything" said Judy Joo in an exclusive interview with Mashed, also letting readers in on her favorite ways to eat it. -
Judy Joo Takes Us Behind The Cameras On Iron Chef - Exclusive
Judy Joo is no stranger to the "Iron Chef" stage as she's won not one but two competitions - and she takes Mashed behind-the-scenes of the show. -
Why Claudia Sandoval Made Gordon Ramsay Tamales On Master Chef - Exclusive
Claudia Sandoval first made a name for herself winning Season 6 of "MasterChef" and she explains to Mashed why she served Gordon Ramsay tamales in the finale. -
Danny Trejo Tells A Story About Anthony Bourdain - Exclusive
Anthony Bourdain once visited Trejo's Tacos on "Parts Unknown: Los Angeles." Danny Trejo recalled meeting the famous chef and what Bourdain told him. -
What Cooking Really Meant To Julia Child, According To Historian Helen Horowitz - Exclusive
Cooking was more than just a career for Julia Child, it was a passion and her "way of life," according to historian and author Helen Horowitz. -
MasterChef Winner Claudia Sandoval On Taste Of The Border, Regional Foods, And Perfect Mole - Exclusive Interview
Claudia Sandoval sat down with Mashed for an exclusive interview to discuss her new show "Taste Of The Border" as well as "MasterChef" and perfecting mole. -
Judy Joo Explains How To Eat Korean Food The Right Way - Exclusive
Judy Joo is a renowned Iron Chef who loves cooking Korean food - as she tells Mashed, the right way to cook and enjoy Korean dishes is using the rule of five. -
Historian Helen Horowitz On Julia Child's Failed Cordon Bleu Exam - Exclusive
Julia Child was a force in the kitchen but did you know she actually failed her Cordon Bleu exam? Historian Helen Horowitz fills Mashed in on the story. -
Judy Joo Talks Iron Chef, Food Critics, And Mother's Day - Exclusive Interview
Judy Joo's Iron Chef title is just one notch in her belt. She told Mashed about taking on food critics and her memories of her mother's dumplings. -
The Secret To Danny Trejo's Guacamole - Exclusive
Danny Trejo is not only a great actor, he's a great cook as well. The founder of Trejo's Tacos tells Mashed all about the secret to his guacamole. -
Historian Helen Horowitz Describes What It Was Like To Meet Julia Child - Exclusive
Julia Child has been explored in many new arenas lately, not least of which is the current HBO series. But author Helen Horowitz actually got to meet her. -
Helen Lefkowitz Horowitz's New Book Sets The Record Straight On Julia Child - Exclusive Interview
Hhelen Lefkowitz Horowitz has a new book called "Warming Up Julia Child." She gave Mashed a preview of how she came to learn about the real Julia. -
Danny Trejo Gives The Scoop On Tostitos And Cinco De Mayo - Exclusive Interview
Danny Trejo is taking his love of Tostitos to the next level. He told Mashed why they are the perfect snack for Cinco de Mayo. -
The One Fast Food Item That Makes Cody Candelario Geek Out - Exclusive
Just because Cody Candelario is a chef that did well on "Hell's Kitchen" doesn't mean he doesn't appreciate comfort food. He shared his favorite fast food item. -
What Gordon Ramsay Talks About At Dinner According To Cody Candelario - Exclusive
Cody Candelario went out to dinner with Gordon Ramsay after winning the first day's challenge on "Hell's Kitchen." Here's what they talked about over the meal. -
The Moment In Hell's Kitchen That Made Cody Candelario Panic - Exclusive
Cody Candelario was sweating plenty during his time on "Hell's Kitchen." He told Mashed about the one moment that truly had him in panic mode. -
Marc Murphy Explains How He Prepares Food For Thousands Of Refugees In So Little Time - Exclusive
Marc Murphy took a break from "Chopped" to work with World Central Kitchen. He explained how they prepare so much food for Ukrainian refugees in so little time. -
The Hardest Thing Marc Murphy Has Experienced While Preparing Food For Ukrainian Refugees - Exclusive
Marc Murphy has given a huge part of himself to help Ukranian refugees. He told Mashed about the hardest part of helping the World Central Kitchen. -
Cody Candelario Talks Mental Health, Gordon Ramsay, And His New Shows - Exclusive Interview
Cody Candelario has come out on the other end of the tunnel. He told Mashed about his time on "Hell's Kitchen" and his new upcoming projects.