Food reality shows have become a staple of television for many years now thanks to the many titles that explore the different arenas of the culinary world and aspiring chefs who are chasing their dreams.
You might be looking for recommendations for some of the best food reality shows that you can watch as a foodie. Fortunately, we have a list for you. Let's explore below.
Top Chef
Top Chef is arguably the most popular food reality show of all time as evidenced by its 21-season run so far and numerous Emmy wins and nominations. It has also spawned an international franchise.
While the series has the simple concept of aspiring chefs partaking in various culinary challenges, it still found ways to be refreshing every season and have enough drama that make every episode an exciting watch.
MasterChef
MasterChef is another iconic food reality series that has become popular as it also spawned an international franchise including a US version that is currently running for 14 seasons.
Just like Top Chef, aspiring chefs partake in various culinary challenges and are judged by acclaimed food critics and chefs. The series is still popular today due to the lasting appeal of its format and the exciting drama.
Is It Cake?
Starting from the online trend where people are guessing whether an everyday object is a cake or not, it has become a reality series with Netflix's Is It Cake? hosted by Saturday Night Live cast member Mikey Day.
Just like the online video trend, the series is a fun watch for both foodies and general viewers as they try to see bakers attempt to make an everyday object or non-cake food look like a cake.
The Great British Bake Off
The Great British Bake Off (or The Great British Baking Show in the US and Canada) has become a sensation for the last few years thanks to its wildly entertaining tone and the fun of seeing bakers attempt to impress us with their baking skills.
The series is credited for spurring interest among the viewers to try baking themselves at home and supermarkets saw a spark in the sales of baking products and accessories.
Nailed It!
Nailed It! has become a hit on Netflix for the past few years thanks to its unique concept where bakers have to replicate complicated cakes and confectionaries and win a massive prize. It has also spawned a franchise with a Mexican version.
Nicole Byer's hosting of the series has also been widely praised as she made the viewing experience more fun beyond the standard baking competition shows that we've been seeing.
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