I’m a big fan of food competition series, from America’s Culinary Cup to Top Chef to a variety of fun Food Network offerings like Wildcard Kitchen and Chopped. (And I can definitely see how fans become obsessed with Gordon Ramsay’s shows, despite not ever watching many of them myself.) However, when 100 Cooks hit the 2026 TV schedule, I wasn’t sure I’d feel the need to get on board. (A cutting board, obviously.)
I’m glad I started and kept watching the Terry Crews-hosted competition, though, because there’s one thing I really like about it that shows such as Top Chef don't highlight that much..