9:00-9:12
They showed some of the finalist's back story...
Jeffrey Saad: Didn't know (or forgot) that he is currently a realtor. Nice to see how he connects with his family through food.
Melissa d'Arabian: Interesting to see how even Melissa's friends mention how they learn from her. She's a teacher, and that's what I think will make her the winner.
Alton Brown came on to tell Jeffrey and Melissa that their challenge is going to be to produce a full pilot episode. FINALLY! A challenge that actually relates to the job! He's going to direct the pilots, and I'm hoping he's not too rough on them. They have never done this before, and seeing him help them will be better than seeing him tear them down.
9:14-:9:19
Melissa is up first to do her pilot. She's looking a little overwhelmed, but who wouldn't be? She survived early stumbles, but ultimately did what she needed to—brought her personality to the party.
Jeffrey goes second, and his problem isn't technique, but personality. He has a great personality, but he is having trouble getting it across. By the end of the taping, he pulls it together.
Base on the pilots, I still think Melissa will win. Her teaching ability and the fact that she speaks to the "everyman/everywoman" will make hers the more attractive show.
9:24-9:30
Bobbie Flay is hosting the finale with Bob Tuschman and Susan Fogle in front of an audience. I wonder when they taped this and how much the audience got to know? If they got to know who the winner is, how did
Bob just mentioned what I said in my last post—that they have two potential stars. Could they do that? Hmm...
All of the former contestants just came out. They are showing some some never seen footage of the contestants. Funny stuff. They spent all of one minute TOTAL talking to the former contestants. Seems like a waste of time.
9:34-9:41
OK, they are back to showing clips of the former contestants. Seeing their reactions is hilarious. Maybe having them there wasn't such a waste.
Time to watch the pilots...
Melissa: "Kitchen Survival Guide is her show. She is teaching (go figure) about her "4 Step Chicken"—a means by which you can start with the same basic steps, but then go in different directions to make each meal different. It's designed to help people make easy, tasty meals at home. She is personable and informative. I would watch her show because I think what she does can be reproduced in any one's home, and would have broad appeal as many people are trying to save money by cooking more at home.
9:44-9:50
Jeffrey is up now: "The ingredient Smuggler" is the name of his show. He is talking about "Harissa" a condiment that is widely used in North Africa. He is really polished and friendly. He is making a steak sandwich with the Harissa, using it with caramelized onions, and also in a spread for the sandwich. He did a great job.
they both got a chance to say why they should be the choice. Melissa even said that if they wanted to make both of them winners, that would be the best scenario to her. There is that thought again. Really making me start to wonder...
Here's my thought: While they were both good, Melissa's is the show I would watch, because I think I can do what she did. More importantly, I would want to make what she made. Harissa seems interesting, but...uh...have you seen it in your supermarket? Jeffrey said each week he will bring a new ingredient from around the world, but how many will I be able to find in my town?
9:55-10:00
Deliberation:
The judges like Jeffrey, and they should. They seem a bit surprised by Melissa, but had nothing but praise. Guess what? Bobby checked with Bob to make sure they only choose one. There it is again. I think both will get shows, but I think they will choose one winner, and I think that winner will be...
Melissa.
I was RIGHT! I have not always agreed with the judges, but I think they go this one right. I wish both Melissa and Jeffrey well, but since they had to pick one, I'm glad they picked her. I look forward to seeing (and reviewing) her show.
Dude, you rock!
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