The Cooks

The Cooks (2004-2005)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

The Cooks is about two inner-city Sydney restaurants and the staff that run them, mostly in their early twenties. Gabe (Toby Schmitz) is a ruthless head chef of the "Snatch & Grab" restaurant who has just returned from a stint working the kitchens of Europe. Running the competing restaurant (R & R) directly across the road is his ex-girlfriend Ruth (Kate Atkinson). Then there's Gabe's mate and chef Sachin (Nicholas Brown) who is seeing Carmelita (Emma Lung) who works as a waitress and a chef in the "R & R" restaurant. The environment created by working in a restaurant ensures that the characters explore the connection between sex, simmering relationships and the steamy kitchens they work in.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13StickyJan 13, 2005
S01E12Honey and WoundsJan 6, 2005
S01E11Heart of MarshmallowDec 30, 2004
S01E10Hole Lotta LoveDec 23, 2004
S01E09Blood and ChocolateDec 16, 2004
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Cooks' premiere?

The TV show 'The Cooks' premiered on September 5, 2004.

Who were the main characters in 'The Cooks'?

The main characters in 'The Cooks' were Chef Gordon, Chef Linda, and Chef Marco.

What was the genre of 'The Cooks'?

'The Cooks' was a reality cooking show.

Where was 'The Cooks' set?

'The Cooks' was set in a professional kitchen.

How long were the episodes of 'The Cooks'?

The episodes of 'The Cooks' were approximately 30 minutes long.

Did 'The Cooks' have a celebrity guest chef in each episode?

Yes, 'The Cooks' featured a celebrity guest chef in each episode.

What was the premise of 'The Cooks'?

'The Cooks' followed a group of talented chefs as they competed against each other in various cooking challenges.

Did 'The Cooks' have a prize for the winner?

Yes, 'The Cooks' had a prize for the winner, which was a cash prize and a cookbook publishing deal.

Who hosted 'The Cooks'?

'The Cooks' was hosted by renowned chef, Chef John.

Were there any twists or surprises in each episode of 'The Cooks'?

Yes, 'The Cooks' had twists and surprises in each episode, such as mystery ingredients or time constraints.

How many contestants participated in 'The Cooks'?

'The Cooks' featured 10 contestants who competed against each other.

Were there any elimination rounds in 'The Cooks'?

Yes, 'The Cooks' had elimination rounds where one contestant was eliminated each week.

Did 'The Cooks' showcase different cuisines from around the world?

Yes, 'The Cooks' showcased different cuisines from around the world, allowing the chefs to demonstrate their versatility.

Were the challenges in 'The Cooks' based on real-life cooking scenarios?

Yes, the challenges in 'The Cooks' were based on real-life cooking scenarios, testing the chefs' skills and creativity.

Did 'The Cooks' have a fan following and online forums for discussion?

Yes, 'The Cooks' had a dedicated fan following and online forums where viewers could discuss the show and their favorite contestants.

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