Glutton for Punishment

Waiter's Race

In the world of food and wine, waiters are the true unsung heroes. Working the front lines between picky diners and prim

NYC Waiters' Race

"Flair bartending" is the practice of entertaining guests, clientele, or audiences with the throwing/juggling of bar too

Medoc Marathon

Conquering a 26-mile marathon is a grueling test of stamina that few people are capable of tackling. But what about a fu

Oyster Shuck Off

Oysters are loved throughout the world, but before you enjoy them, you have to get past that shell. Oyster shucking can

Barista Competition

Benihana is a chain of classic Japanese restaurants that elevates tableside preparation to performance art. Benihana che

Hatch Chile Competition

Hatch Chile Festival

Bob Blumer loves spicy foods. The hotter the better (at least that’s what he thinks.) Like a vigilante gunslinger in a

Alpine Cyclist

Cycling is Bob’s second favorite activity after eating. And the two actually go very well together - a high energy bik

BBQ Competition

Good old-fashioned, high fat, cholesterol-laden barbecue is all the rage. Drawn by hugely popular barbecue cook-offs fro

Riesling Harvest

Bob is passionate about wine. He has toured many of the world’s renowned wine regions, tasted countless bottles, and e

Guiness Diet

Urban legend has it that ’s famous dark brew, Guinness beer, has all the nutrients and vitamins one needs to survive,

Honey B

This week, Bob faces his toughest challenge yet: mastering the lost art of making hand-pulled noodles. This labour inten

Breakfast Line Cook

Breakfast line cooks are like the marathon runners of the kitchen; the toughest and fittest who put in an intense and su