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Matthew meets culinary powerhouse and Ethiopian-born Chef Fariyal Abdullahi for an exclusive tour of Hav & Mar, the sizzling seafood spot where she is the Executive Chef and gets a hands-on lesson in creating their signature dish, Doro Wat.

Fame to Table

Fariyal Abdullahi: From Ethiopia to the Met Gala

Matthew meets two culinary trailblazers; first, he visits Matthew McIvor, the genius behind Proudly Serving's legendary smashburger and then dives into the art of babka with the one and only King of Babka himself, Chef Shimi Aaron.

Burgers and Babka: Viral Sensations

Chef, restaurateur, and author Melba Wilson schools Matthew on the art of her legendary shrimp and grits; with laughter, flavor, and zero room for dessert, this visit is an unforgettable taste of Harlem's finest and most original.

Melba Wilson: A Harlem Icon

Matthew gets an all-access pass to rock royalty when he visits Carnie Wilson's Los Angeles home for a tour of her music studio and to whip up her Fall-to-Your-Knees Mac and Cheese while sharing laughs, stories, and even a little harmonizing.

Carnie Wilson: Rock Royalty's Infamous Mac and Cheese

Chef Chris Scott, Top Chef finalist, restaurateur, and author, welcomes Matthew into his bucolic New Jersey home for an afternoon filled with flavor, fascinating stories, and a deep dive into Chris's legendary biscuit recipe.

Chris Scott: A Top Chef Talks Biscuits, Jazz and Aprons

The one and only Chef Marcela Valladolid invites Matthew for a tour of her stunning historic San Diego home and lush edible garden plus a hands-on lesson in crafting the perfect taco and a signature salsa.

Marcela Valladolid: A Chef's Kitchen on the Coast

Join Matthew Hoffman as he descends on the kitchens of famous chefs who will serve up their most recognizable recipes.

S1 E2 | Chris Scott: A Top Chef Talks Biscuits, Jazz and Aprons

E6 | Fariyal Abdullahi: From Ethiopia to the Met Gala

E5 | Burgers and Babka: Viral Sensations

E4 | Melba Wilson: A Harlem Icon

E3 | Carnie Wilson: Rock Royalty's Infamous Mac and Cheese

E2 | Chris Scott: A Top Chef Talks Biscuits, Jazz and Aprons

E1 | Marcela Valladolid: A Chef's Kitchen on the Coast