The essential episodes of Selena + Chef
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Selena + Chef — each pick states its reason.
- 01
Selena makes her way around her brand-new kitchen as French chef Ludo Lefevbre helps her make a French omelet and cheese souffle. She's at her house, Ludo's at his - and they're going to see if they can make a meal together, apart.
- 02
Selena bows down to two iconic chefs who’ve been behind many, many dinners in her life: restaurateurs, authors, and BFFs Jon and Vinny. Together, they attempt to make roasted chicken with cilantro sauce and a tomato bruschetta appetizer - but will the chicken’s grimy inside bits make this a recipe for disaster for Selena?
- 03
It’s tapas time as chef, restauranteur, and humanitarian José Andrés shows Selena that sometimes, the most delicious dishes don’t call for precise recipes.
- 04
Internationally acclaimed chef, restaurant owner, and bestselling author Marcus Samuelsson coaches Selena through a heartwarming salmon dish (and her fear of fish guts).
- 05
New York City-based TV chef and judge Jordan Andino lights up Selena's kitchen with a meal that embodies the unique flavor profile of Filipino cooking: chicken adobo with jasmine rice followed by jackfruit and plantain turon for dessert.
- 06
On a mission to demystify a traditional mole recipe, chef and author Marcela Valladolid helps Selena connect to her Mexican roots with shredded chicken mole enchiladas.
- 07
Bestselling cookbook author Ayesha Curry teaches superfan Selena how to make the ultimate game day watch party spread of hot honey chicken sandwiches, sweet chili chickpeas, and prosciutto wrapped dates.
- 08
Ambassador of Italian cuisine Fabio Viviani joins Selena for a carb-fest filled with his signature pan pizza, focaccia, and tomato jam on toast – the perfect spread for game night at Selena’s!
- 09
James Beard nominee Richard Blais is on a mission to make a very special birthday a smashing success. With Selena’s little sister Gracie acting as her sous-chef, it’s time to tackle nachos and ice cream sundaes!
- 10
Renowned food expert Padma Lakshmi treats Selena’s crew to a south Indian style ladies’ brunch, complete with sweet ‘n’ sour shrimp curry, coconut rice, and – because brunch would be nothing without a yummy drink – homemade masala chai.
- 11
Chef and restaurateur Esther Choi helps Selena pull off a mouthwatering Korean BBQ feast, complete with marinated short rib and spicy pork, cucumber kimchi, and more.
- 12
Chef and wellness expert Sophia Roe guides Selena through unfamiliar territory with a plant-based picnic of tofu lettuce wraps, mushroom meatballs, and sweet potato salad, proving just how flavorful vegetarian food can be.
- 13
Feel-good chef Gabe Kennedy introduces Selena to a date night meal that’s sure to make the heart sing: black cod cooked en papillote with Basque cheesecake for dessert.
- 14
Chef, TV host, and fast-food enthusiast Kristen Kish helps Selena elevate a childhood-inspired summertime spread of Mexican street corn, glazed carrots, cheesy chickpea fried broccoli, and a strawberry vuzu dessert.
- 15
For her first-ever in-person lesson, Selena is joined by legendary chef Gordon Ramsay. But with butter-basted steak, pan-seared scallops, and more on an ambitious menu, will Selena be able to keep up with his rapid-fire instruction?
