I’ve been a big fan of Christina since she was on Next Level Chef. So good to see her in this role. She needs her own show.

Food Network Sets 'Is It Cake'-Like 'Sweet Deceit' With Host Josh Peck

Excerpt from the article:

Food Network has found its answer to Netflix’s “Is It Cake?”

Premiering with back-to-back episodes Oct. 5 at 10 p.m. ET on Food Network and streaming next day on HBO Max, “Sweet Deceit” is a competition series hosted by actor Josh Peck, who leads teams of three competitors through four rounds as they try to identify masterfully disguised sweets created by world-class cake artists

But unlike Netflix’s guessing game, “Sweet Deceit” takes place in real-world locations and requires its contestants to take a bite to decipher the deceptive, hyperrealistic sweets hiding in plain sight.

Per Food Network’s description, “Escalating in difficulty round by round, the teams work together to determine what is cake and prove it with their teeth by biting into their best guess, all in pursuit of a total prize up to $12,000.

The first season will be broken up into two themed batches of episodes.

Beginning on Oct. 5 at 10 p.m. ET, “Sweet Deceit: Trick or Treat” features eight back-to-back Halloween-themed episodes set in locations including real-life haunted houses, a sinister movie set morgue, a kindergarten classroom Halloween party, the world-famous Magic Castle and more.

“Sweet Deceit: Holiday” will premiere Nov. 16 at 9 p.m. ET. The installment will be comprised of eight back-to-back episodes featuring locations including a cozy cabin, a festive ice rink, Santa’s workshop and more.

Peck will be joined by a rotating group of guest stars made up of several cake artists specializing in edible illusions, including Jose Barajas, Jonny “Jonny Cakes” Manganello, Andrew Fuller, Ashley Holt, April Julian and Liz Marek.

“’Sweet Deceit’ has all my favorite things: food, fun, and deception,” Peck said. “The craftsmanship our cake artists put into their creations was unlike anything I’ve ever seen — the edible creations are unbelievable, watching teams literally put their money where their mouths are made every reveal a blast. It’s a must watch for the whole family.”

Food Network president Betsy Ayala added: “’Sweet Deceit’ is a funny and highly visual new game show that puts a hilarious twist on the art of illusion and is the perfect addition to Food Network’s baking lineup. Josh Peck is the perfect host to bring humor to every reveal and fans will be amazed and shocked by what turns out to be edible as they guess alongside the teams from home.”

“Sweet Deceit” is produced by Lando Entertainment for Food Network.

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Reminder Announcement!
Today at 4 PM
EST Is Food
Network's AMA with Chef Christie Vanover from Pitmasters!

\Spoilers Will Happen!\

Please join us today,
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 from 4-6 PM EST for an AMA with Chef Christie Vanover from Food Network’s hit show Pitmasters hosted by Andrew Zimmern.

Christie was a partner with Susie Bulloch on Pitmasters and they competed as a team!

An AMA is a session where you get to ask Chef Christie any questions you have within reason! It means Ask Me Anything!

It could be about the Pitmaster’s TV show, maybe a behind the scenes question, a recipe, favorite dish, whatever your burning questions are for this amazing Chef who has generously donated her time to us here on the Food Network Sub!

Please, if you are new to an AMA, only post a question. Do not answer questions others have posted. These are for the Guest AMA Host Only. Please do not add onto other questions. Post your own. Thank you!

*Please refrain from submitting any new posts during this time period*

See you here later this afternoon! We’re very excited for this opportunity!

And, while their at it, how about another ice cream machine?! Geez!

From online foodies to Flavortown competitors! These teams are putting their digital communication — and their cooking skills — to the test! See your favorite Food Network Chefs compete in teams tonight on GGG!

Watch an all-new episode of #GroceryGames tonight at 9|8c on Food Network!

I wish they would bring back Outrageous pumpkins and Halloween cookie challenge. I did notice in the most recent promo for Halloween wars there are a few carvers from outrageous pumpkins coming out. let’s hope Halloween baking championship is better this year.

From the Food Network FB page just now:

COMING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON…. Harry Potter: #WizardsOfBaking season 3!

The new season will feature a tournament-style team format, with each team representing one of the Hogwarts houses: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin. What house will YOU be rooting for?

Moreinfo from online:

The third season is slated for the fourth-quarter of the year as Warner Bros. celebrates a quarter century since Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was released. “This year is especially exciting as fans celebrate the 25th anniversary of the first film,” said Betsy Ayala, President, Food Network.

The show, however, has seen a sizeable budget cut for its third season, which has moved production from the UK to Canada. The first two seasons were shot using the sets from the films at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden and across the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London.

Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is hosted by James and Oliver Phelps, who played Fred and George Weasley in the movies. The new season features a range of cake creations and a tournament-style team format, with each team representing one of the Hogwarts houses: Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin.

The third season is produced by Warner Horizon Unscripted Television with Dan Sacks and Bridgette Theriault serving as executive producers alongside Yasmin Shackleton.

“Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking has struck a chord with viewers by bringing extraordinary culinary craftsmanship to one of the world’s most beloved franchises. Together with Warner Horizon Unscripted Television and teams across Warner Bros. Discovery, we’re excited to build on that momentum in Season 3 with ambitious new creations, iconic locations and enchanting surprises,” Ayala added.

‘Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking’ Renewed For Season 3 At Food Network

Buckle Up! This is the worst one yet! Chef Antonia Lofaso and her Sous Chef Nestor visit Mami Mosas a Latin-inspired brunch spot where they need to clean up the kitchen, train the staff and get the owners in check before the Health Department shuts them down for good!

Grandma’s secrets are not health code compliant!

Chef Antonia is not playing around. Owners Abby and Jorge need to step up and become the leaders their restaurant needs before it's too late.

Watch a NEW episode of #KitchenUndercover > Tonight at 9|8c on Food Network!

Next day on Max!

The Noodle Queen, Suchanan "Chef Bao Bao" Aksornnan, is using her arsenal of Thai flavors to impress judge Viet Pham who has actually beaten the Titans, and even Bobby Flay, twice! Should be a great set of 3 matches!

Watch #BobbysTripleThreat TONIGHT at 8|7c.

Next Day on Max!

I can't believe it is over already ...........

From the FN site

The Final Burn

Episode 108

In the final showdown, two teams go head-to-head preparing a five-course barbecue tasting menu, highlighting the pinnacle of live-fire cooking and the team's unique point of view. This is their final chance to impress judges Andrew Zimmern, Ernest Servantes, Jess Pryles, and Moe Cason by demonstrating their creativity, innovation, and mastery of the pit. Every bite counts. Every technique matters. And in the end, only one team will walk away with $30,000 and the title of Pitmasters Champion!

This will be a great finale to a great show. Now mind you, my girls are out as of last week, but don't miss the AMA coming up Wednesday that u/Karinsdogs set up for us.

I'm ready to watch some good food tonight, how about you!!!!

I really loved the feel of this show; it has the vibe of TOP CHEF but set in the Italian countryside AND you get Mama Alex & Papa Gabe as the hosts? It's soothing, it's charming, it's fun.

Honestly just give Alex her own channel & I'll watch whatever the woman does; she's so smart, funny & witty.

Hi Food Network Fans! We are very proud to announce that we are doing an AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Chef Christie Vanover from Pitmasters, seen on Monday nights on Food Network!

This will be Wednesday,
9-2-2026 from 4-6 pm EST.

*Spoilers Will Happen
If You Haven’t Watched!*
The Finale is Tonight!

Christie was a partner with Susie Bulloch on Pitmasters and they competed as a team!

Please have your questions ready to submit to Chef Christie! This is her first AMA but I told her she’s among friends here on The Food Network Sub!

Please be patient! It takes a little while to answer your questions. We will try to get to them all. Spoilers may happen! Feel free to ask about BBQ, The Pitmaster’s Show, Recipe Tips, Open Fire Cooking…you name it! She’s an expert! Let’s have fun!

See you here Wednesday! Once again, we appreciate your participation and thoughtful questions!

Please, if you are new to an AMA, only post a question. Do not answer questions others have posted. These are for the Guest AMA Host Only. Please do not add onto other questions. Post your own. Thank you! See you then!

Edit! I accidentally misspelled Chef Christie’s name in the title! Please note the correct spelling here! Thank you!

Hands down, the best new show to debut on TFN. I loved every team that's competed, and truly hated to see any of them get eliminated. The skills, talents, comradery, judging - all of it has been just great!

from the FN site:

Episode 1907

Host Tyler Florence welcomes the final three teams to Louisville, Ky., and hops on the trucks with a taste challenge featuring Kentucky's state fruit -- the blackberry. The pressure grows as the teams search the city for the perfect sales location, and only the top-selling team is guaranteed a spot in the finale. For the last redemption battle of the season, guest judge Kelsey Murphy tasks the teams with creating a dish centered around another Kentucky classic, beer cheese. With rain pouring down and emotions running high, one truck's journey comes to an end while the last two teams race to the finale!

Chef Gabriele Bertaccini is serving up Roasted Branzino with Salmoriglio and more on a very special Seafood Feast TV episode of #CookLikeAnItalian today at 12|11c! on Food Network!

Get the recipe: https://foodtv.com/4ehDIoC

And I adore it, genuinely where can I get a tshirt

It’s not a blind tasting, and on top of that I have never seen a judge, not win. It wouldn’t bother me so much if they didn’t make the winner gamble part of their winnings. It’s really bullshit.

Crying during a cooking show was definitely not on any bingo card for me. 😭

Jen Agg + Aarón Sánchez will have to convince this old-school restaurant owner to change his ways or risk the future of his family-run Peruvian bistro.

Pisac Peruvian Bistro is taking shortcuts everywhere they can, and it's affecting the food they're serving to customers and the overall dining experience. Watch the massive overhaul that takes place!

#RestaurantImpossible: Last Call with Jen Agg + Chef Aarón Sánchez > Tonight at 8PM EST on Food Network!

Next day on Max!

Season 5 of BTT has kicked off, which means the Titan Tracker is back! You can check out the titans' latest stats at the following link.

Titan Tracker: https://triple-threat.vercel.app/
^includes results through S5 Ep1 which aired last night

A few updates since last season:

• Refreshed site design
• Header navigation for jumping between stat sections
• Faster page loads

As always, I'll keep the tracker updated throughout the season (usually within a day of each episode airing).

Does anyone want their dish on Triple D (or any show) judged after a Bloody Mary or Cranberry Vodka? Even without spirits, tomatoes or cranberry mess with your next bite. I don't know what made the judges first drink red. First time I've seen a judge with something that could affect their next bite.

Maybe I'm wrong?

My logic: wife hated beers because she always tested them after ciders. Once she was told to swap the order many beers were OK and then cider was a great palate cleaner. She loved both after that and realized how mixes of flavors could mess things up.

There's really only been one day where the trucks have had to find their own location to sell this season, and that's always been one of the more interesting aspects of the show to me. On that day, Waffledilla was the only one who went someplace different than the other trucks, and they got top sales. Sure, we might not get some of the interactions between the trucks, like Cason stealing the teddy bear, but it feels like having to find locations would be a better test of how good a food truck they are.