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Are There Too Many Chef Shows on TV?

BuzzSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:30:02 -0800

We've already talked about the abundance of dance shows on TV, but there's another genre that seems to be taking over the networks - competitive cooking. NBC just picked up United Plates of America, a new series by the producers of Top Chef which will pit hopeful restaurateurs against each other for the ultimate prize of starting their own chain. The winner gets to open four locations on the night of the finale. That's a pretty cool gift package, but it has me thinking - don't we have enough of this programming on TV already?

The premise does sound more unique than most, but it used to be that the Food Network was the only TV cooking choice with its popular Iron Chef franchise. Since then, other channels have gotten in on the act, too, like Fox's Hell's Kitchen and of course Bravo with Top Chef, Top Chef Masters, Top Chef: Just Desserts . . . need I go on?

Of course, if you're a foodie, you may be excited to have yet another show for your TiVo queue, but I wonder if all of this is overkill. How about you?

Gordon Ramsay Swears at You: Love It or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:50:04 -0700

Now that another season of Hell's Kitchen has wrapped, you may be wondering where you'll get your regular fix of foul mouthing, courtesy of Gordon Ramsay. Well, look no further than the website Gordon Ramsay Swears at You, which, at the push of a button, fulfills any sadistic need to have the irate chef blurt out expletives.

I got a kick out of staring at an optimistic image of Gordon, juxtaposed with voice-overs of him yelling swear words. Do you find it funny?

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Sugar Bits - Graham Norton Has Broken His Ribs

PopSugarUK — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:04:45 -0700

Graham Norton broke two ribs soon after he finished hosting the BAFTA TV Awards on Sunday. He said: "I got home and fell down my stairs and broke two ribs. I've been to the hospital and given horse tranquilizing pain-killing medication. There's nothing they can do about broken ribs." Get well soon Graham! - BBC
Robert Pattinson has reportedly signed up to star in a new romantic drama. He will play the lead in Remember Me, about a young couple whose relationship is complicated by a series of family tragedies. Filming will take place in New York. - PA
Ruth Lorenzo has signed a £1million record deal EMI/Virgin, one of Simon Cowell's biggest rivals. - The Sun
Christine Bleakley has turned down Fern Britton's spot on This Morning, as she wants to to continue as host of The One Show with Adrian Chiles. - Daily Mail
Ryan Seacrest revealed on his Twitter website that he wants the producers to invite Britain’s Got Talent's Susan Boyle on to American Idol. - Mirror
ICYMI, Linda Evans won Hell's Kitchen last night

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Linda Evans Is The Winner of Hell's Kitchen 2009

PopSugarUK — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 14:13:33 -0700

Linda Evans has been crowned winner of Hell's Kitchen 2009. She beat Adrian Edmondson to the title, after the public voted the former Dynasty actress their favourite celebrity chef.

Claudia Winkleman has just announced the result on the ITV show this evening, and told us that it was a very closely run contest. When I asked who you wanted to win earlier today, you were pretty evenly split too.

So after two weeks of competition and eight contestants, Linda stands victorious. Are you happy with the result?

Who Do You Want to Win Hell's Kitchen 2009?

PopSugarUK — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0700

Following two weeks of cat fights and cooking, the final of Hell's Kitchen is finally upon us. We've had walk outs, sackings and a new presenter, and the original eight contestants have been whittled down to two finalists: Linda Evans and Adrian Edmondson. I'd love to know your thoughts about this evening's final, so tell me: who do you want to win Hell's Kitchen?

Sugar Bits - Denise Van Outen and Lee Mead Marry

PopSugarUK — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:59:19 -0700

Denise Van Outen married Lee Mead in a surprise Seychelles wedding at the weekend, with just their parents and a few friends in attendance. - Daily Mail
Dev Patel's mother has confirmed that her son is dating Slumdog Millionaire costar Freida Pinto, saying: "I am really happy for them". - Mirror
Travis McCoy has confirmed he is back with Katy Perry following their split in December. They have "grown up" and are moving at a slower pace. - The Sun
Danielle Bux just missed out on the Hell's Kitchen final, after being voted off the show by the public on Saturday. Either Adrian Edmondson or Linda Evans will be crowned winner this evening. - BBC
It has emerged that Gilleen Morris, who claims she is carrying Blake Fielder-Civil's baby, got a urine sample from a pregnant friend. Gilleen still insists she is pregnant. - The Sun
Tinchy Stryder is top of the singles chart with "Number 1" (featu. N-Dubz). Lady Gaga is top of the album chart for a fourth week with The Fame. - MSN
ICYMI, the BAFTA TV Awards took place last night!

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Sugar Bits - Jade Goody Musical Planned

PopSugarUK — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:35:26 -0700

A TV talent search to find someone to play Jade Goody in a new musical version of her life is being planned, although currently there are no networks signed up to the idea. Max Clifford has offered his services to be a judge if it comes to fruition. - BBC
Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle has given herself a makeover despite Amanda Holden's pleas to stay looking the same. Susan was pictured with newly plucked eyebrows and apparently now has a dyed brown bob haircut. - Telegraph
The director of Liam Neeson's new movie Chloe has praised the actor for coming back to work so soon after the funeral of his wife Natasha Richardson. "Liam is heroic," Atom Egoyan said, "He came back and finished." - People
This year's Sunday Times Rich List has shown dips in many music stars fortunes due the credit crunch. Sir Paul McCartney is said to have lost £60million over the past twelve months thanks to falling property and share values - Daily Mail
Anthea Turner was the latest celebrity to leave Hell's Kitchen last night, after being told by Marco Pierre White that she had shown "no growth". - Press Association
Dev Patel and Freida Pinto have been spotted out at an intimate dinner in Israel, where Freida is shooting a movie. Could this be proof they're dating? - The Sun

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Sugar Bits - Bruce Grobbelaar Quits Hell's Kitchen

PopSugarUK — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:15:29 -0700

Bruce Grobbelaar has quit Hell's Kitchen to be reunited with his wife, he also said that the 20th anniversary of the Hillsborough tragedy had affected him more than he thought it would and it helped his decision. - BBC
Cheryl Cole is apparently getting help from Whitney Houston's songwriters as she prepares for a solo career. - The Sun
Michael Grade is stepping down as ITV chief executive to become a non-executive chairman by the end of 2009. - BBC
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt have signed up for the US version of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here which will air on NBC in the US. - MTV
Dave Grohl has become a dad for the second time. His wife Jordyn gave birth to their daughter Jordan Willow Grohl on April 17, and Dave says she's "loud as hell". Congratulations to Dave and Jordyn! - NME

Sugar Bits - Susan Boyle's Life To Be Made Into A Movie?

PopSugarUK — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 01:25:48 -0700

Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle's life is apparently going to be made into a Hollywood movie after her story has captivated audiences worldwide. - Telegraph
Grant Bovey was the second celebrity to leave Hell's Kitchen last night, following Jody Latham's departure on Monday. - BBC
Emmerdale actor Luke Tittensor has been fired after pleading guilty to assault. ITV said: "As Luke has pleaded guilty to the serious charge of GBH and we cannot condone criminal behaviour, we have met with Luke and his agent to explain that his contract with Emmerdale will be terminated. Luke regrets his behaviour and understands this situation." - Daily Mail
Samia Smith, who plays Maria Connor in Coronation Street, has announced that she is pregnant. It will be the first child for her and her property developer husband Matt. Congratulations to Samia and Matt!- Mirror
Monsters vs. Aliens has reclaimed the number one spot at the UK Box Office, with highest new entry I Love You, Man coming in a number four. - BBC

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Sugar Bits - Madonna Injured In Horseriding Accident

PopSugarUK — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 01:23:32 -0700

Madonna was injured when a photographer scared her horse and she fell from the saddle at the weekend. Her publicist Liz Rosenberg said: "The accident occurred when the horse Madonna was riding was startled by paparazzi who jumped out of the bushes to photograph the singer, who was visiting friends on Eastern Long Island over the weekend. Madonna will be having further tests and will continue to remain under observation by doctors." - PopSugar
Calvin Harris has held on to the number one spot in the singles charts with "I'm Not Alone", while Lady GaGa's The Fame stays at the top of the album charts. Eminem's comeback single was the highest new entry, going in at number eight. - BBC
Jody Latham was the first contestant to be evicted from Hell's Kitchen following his isolation from the rest of the team. He hopes to open his own gastropub in Lancashire. - Daily Mail
Russell Brand and cohost Noel Gallagher called Jonathan Ross on their first radio show since the Brand/Ross "Manuelgate" controversy. In the show, recorded in London on Saturday, listeners heard Gallagher accuse Ross and Brand of failing to learn their lessons. Jonathan told Noel: "We'll listen to it very carefully before it goes out. Noel, you can sit back and be the grown-up one." - BBC
J G Ballard, author of Empire Of The Sun has died. He was 78 years old. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. - NME
Patsy Kensit married her fourth husband at the weekend, DJ Jeremy Healy. Congrats to the happy couple. - Times
Kerry Katona is devastated after she discovered her real father - who she had hoped to be reunited with - has died of throat cancer. - Daily Mail
Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo is pregnant with her first child. Congratulations to Ellen and her husband Chris Ivery!- People

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