Valerie Bertinelli vs. Oysters

José Andrés vs. “Bad Food”

Chef and humanitarian José Andrés will eat just about anything—except bad food. So instead of changing his mind, Dan serves up three classic tapas that tell the story of José’s homeland, Spain. Along the way, José shares memories from his culinary journey, from his acclaimed restaurants to his food relief work with World Central Kitchen, and shares an unforgettable bratwurst incident at a Washington Wizards game. Dishes Mentioned: Manzanilla & Gordal Olives Semicurado Manchego Jamón Ibérico

Brooke Shields vs. Oregano

Actress, entrepreneur, and icon Brooke Shields is a lifelong oregano skeptic, and puts her palate to the test as Dan serves her three dishes to win her over. Between bites, Brooke opens up about not being a confident cook, a surreal health scare, and embracing her “give zero f*cks” era.  Recipes Mentioned: Horiatiki Salata (Hearty Greek Salad) [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/13158-horiatiki-salata-hearty-greek-salad?queryID=c198819b4dfa0e4a09c0544792f6aecd&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] Seared Steak with Chimichurri Sauce [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/17432-chimichurri-wing-sauce?queryID=53a930e4dd9634f2c11fe6f089504ca8&indexName=everest_search_cortado_production] French Bread Pizza [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/12778-pepperoni-french-bread-pizza?queryID=07821df59be188c4e7151b53c77fd3cf&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete]

Valerie Bertinelli vs. Oysters

Description: In this episode, actress Valerie Bertinelli sits down with Dan Souza to face her longtime nemesis: oysters. As she bravely tackles raw oysters, a rich Oysters Rockefeller, and a crispy po’boy sandwich, Valerie opens up about a year of loss, healing, and writing her book, Getting Naked: The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect [https://www.harpercollins.com/products/getting-naked-valerie-bertinelli?variant=44356970872866].  Recipes Mentioned: Raw Oyster with Mignonette Granité [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/14207-red-wine-vinegar-mignonette-granite?queryID=185fea4389aad5f33ff32cc0fc48ae3a&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] Oysters Rockefeller [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/5075-oysters-rockefeller?queryID=7baad123f7a509e13b2c1e0cb985811d&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] Oyster Po' Boy [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/5503-oyster-po-boys?queryID=950eea6169dba639ac0cc84016fa0910&indexName=everest_search_cortado_production]

Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka vs. The Devil(ed Eggs) You Know

Can Dan Souza change Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s minds about their most-hated food: deviled eggs? Between laughs, confessions, and a few near gag-reflex reactions, the duo samples three unexpected takes on the classic dish. They also share the stories of their career pivots, their collaborative cocktail book, and a surprising revelation about the true source of David’s food trauma. Will one bite be enough…or are deviled eggs still a hard no?   Recipes Mentioned: Deviled Quail Eggs [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/17588-deviled-quail-eggs?queryID=f33d79848dff7e4664d00000a7c9f5c3&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] Deviled Egg Salad [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/12166-deviled-egg-salad?queryID=33052cf1cb2d64967f3a8d43a895497c&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] Green Chile Deviled Eggs [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/17587-green-chile-deviled-eggs?queryID=fc97b555090b9717a7a16a68b6eef02e&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete]

Padma Lakshmi vs. Bitter Melon

Host Dan Souza kicks things off with legendary TV star and food expert Padma Lakshmi. In this episode, Padma gets real about the twists, turns, and breakthroughs behind her rise to the top—while Dan puts his culinary know-how to the test with her ultimate nemesis: bitter melon. One divisive ingredient. Three dishes. No holding back. Can Dan change Padma's mind? Recipes Mentioned: * Bitter Melon Pickles [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/17576-bitter-melon-pickles?queryID=b2ed043030cdc03f6c7e5605205fd0c7&indexName=everest_search_cortado_production] * Goya Champuru (Okinawan Bitter Melon Stir-Fry) [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/16967-bitter-melon-with-tofu-and-pork?queryID=56a84da71694e2d139ae1691edd608be&indexName=cortado_production_autocomplete] * Little Moon (Bitter Melon Cocktail) [https://www.americastestkitchen.com/recipes/17575-little-moon]