Testing the Menu

Testing the Menu (2013)

EndedReality showFood

Kiwi chef Nic Watt has run restaurants all over the world but his training and inspiration comes from Japan. Now Nic wants to bring what he's learned back home to New Zealand by opening MASU, a brand new restaurant on bustling Federal Street in the heart of Auckland city. In "Testing the Menu" we join Nic as he delves into the Kiwi palate and the Kiwi psyche, looking at what we love about our favourite Kiwi dishes and then giving them his own style of Japanese twist. Nic shows viewers how to unlock no-fuss flavours with simple ingredients, then puts his new creations to the test with the New Zealand public.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 19:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06DessertsNov 16, 2013
S01E05Spaghetti BolognaiseNov 9, 2013
S01E04BBQNov 2, 2013
S01E03Fish n ChipsOct 26, 2013
S01E02PizzaOct 19, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Testing the Menu first premiere?

Testing the Menu first premiered on September 3, 2013.

Who hosted Testing the Menu?

Testing the Menu was hosted by Adam Gertler.

What network aired Testing the Menu?

Testing the Menu aired on the Cooking Channel.

In which city was Testing the Menu filmed?

Testing the Menu was filmed in Los Angeles, California.

How many episodes were in the first season of Testing the Menu?

The first season of Testing the Menu had 13 episodes.

What was the concept of Testing the Menu?

Testing the Menu followed the host as he sampled and reviewed new food items from various restaurants.

Did Testing the Menu focus on a specific type of cuisine or food?

No, Testing the Menu sampled food from a variety of different cuisines and types of food.

What was Adam Gertler's background before hosting Testing the Menu?

Adam Gertler was a chef and actor before hosting Testing the Menu.

Did Testing the Menu have any celebrity guests or appearances?

Yes, Testing the Menu had a few celebrity guests and appearances throughout its run.

Did Testing the Menu do any location-specific episodes?

Yes, Testing the Menu did some location-specific episodes, such as focusing on restaurants in Las Vegas.

What was the general tone and style of Testing the Menu?

Testing the Menu had a comedic and light-hearted tone, with a focus on entertaining the audience as well as informing them about the food being sampled.

Did Testing the Menu provide any recipes or cooking tips?

Yes, Testing the Menu occasionally provided recipes and cooking tips for viewers to follow.

Were all of the restaurants featured on Testing the Menu new and unknown?

No, some of the restaurants featured on Testing the Menu were already well-known and established.

Was there any audience interaction on Testing the Menu?

No, Testing the Menu did not have any audience interaction or participation.

Was Testing the Menu ever nominated for any awards?

It does not appear that Testing the Menu was ever nominated for any awards.

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