Cooks vs. Cons

Cooks vs. Cons (2016-2017)

EndedReality showFood

When professional chefs present their dishes, their years of experience and their reputations for stellar cuisine and expert technique often precede them, so much so that tasters may be biased when it comes to reviewing the food. But what happens when judges don't know if the meal was prepared by a home cook or a chef? Will perceptions change and critiques differ? That's where the series Cooks vs. Cons comes in.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 22:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Cooks vs. Cons premiere?

Cooks vs. Cons premiered on March 17, 2016.

Who is the host of Cooks vs. Cons?

The host of Cooks vs. Cons is Geoffrey Zakarian.

What is the show Cooks vs. Cons about?

Cooks vs. Cons is a cooking competition show where professional cooks and amateur cooks, who are pretending to be professionals, compete to create the best dishes.

How many contestants participate in each episode of Cooks vs. Cons?

Each episode of Cooks vs. Cons features four contestants.

How long is each episode of Cooks vs. Cons?

Each episode of Cooks vs. Cons is 60 minutes long.

How many rounds are there in Cooks vs. Cons?

There are three rounds in Cooks vs. Cons.

What are the names of the judges in Cooks vs. Cons?

The judges in Cooks vs. Cons are Graham Elliot, Aarti Sequeira, and Daphne Oz.

What is the prize for the winner of Cooks vs. Cons?

The winner of Cooks vs. Cons receives a prize of $10,000.

What happens in the first round of Cooks vs. Cons?

In the first round of Cooks vs. Cons, the contestants are given a signature ingredient, and they have to create a dish that features that ingredient.

What is the blind tasting in Cooks vs. Cons?

The blind tasting is a round in Cooks vs. Cons where the judges taste the dishes without knowing which contestant created them.

What is the second round in Cooks vs. Cons?

The second round in Cooks vs. Cons is where the remaining contestants are given a challenge with a specific theme, and they have to create a dish that fits that theme.

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