Chuck cooks up some restaurant favorites for his partners to celebrate their two year anniversary. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Snow Crab Bloody Caesar Fried Red Tomatoes with Sour Cream and Prosciutto 'Barbecued' Baby Back Ribs Warm Potato Salad
Chuck prepares his take on some classics for his toughest critics of all - his family. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Maple Pecan Pie Martini Pork Chops Tomato Cheese Tart Warm Salad of Mushrooms and Speck
Chuck spent his day off cooking a thank you meal for his repair guys who worked overtime to keep the restaurant going during the week. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Jerk Chicken and Dumplings Creamed Corn Hard Core Brownies with Caramel Sauce
Chuck spends the day preparing a meal built around the potato for his hard-working staff. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Potato Risotto with Pan-Grilled Lamb Sausages Summer Berry Pudding Sweet Potato Soup with Matchstick Fries and Frizzled Leeks
Chuck invites the family that lives upstairs down for a special day off dinner. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Stuffed Celery Stalks Grown Up Alphabet Pasta Fried Chicken Fried Mars Bars with Ice Cream
Knowing what his female customers want is key to Chuck's success. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Pan-Grilled Scallops on Green Gazpacho Chorizo Bites with Arugula Pesto Honey Glazed Fried Manchego Cheese Kir Royales Rock Salt Shrimp Spicy Melon and Serrano Ham
Chuck cooks a good, hearty meal for the kitchen staff from the restaurant across the road. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: BLT Bruschetta Braised Short Ribs on Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Green Beans and Poached Tomatoes Gorilla Ice Cream Sandwiches
Chuck cooks and catches up with his tattoo artist, Safwan. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Tequila Lemonade Stove-Top Clambake Three Compound Butters Ice Cream Cones
Chuck whips up a hangover breakfast to energize him and his oyster shucking buddy Robert for the day ahead. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Big Time Bacon Holy Mackerel Tortilla Honey Butter No Knead Bread Roasted Cinnamon Plums The Resurrector - Chuck's Hangover Shake
Chuck brings his personal trainer down to the restaurant to sample his take on healthy food. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Herb and Chickpea Salad Paella with Wild Rice, Seafood and Cornish Hen Steamed Carrot Cake with Honey Yogurt Frosting
Chuck thanks his beer suppliers with a meal built around their brew. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chocolate Stout Cakes Fried Haddock Po' Boy Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing and Spicy Beer Nuts
After a fire nearly takes out the restaurant, Chuck thanks the firemen by preparing a menu of tasty treats. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Flambeed Pineapple Creme Brulee Horseradish Mayonnaise Oven Roasted Potato 'Fries' Oysters on the Half Shell Salt Roasted Prime Ribs of Beef
Chuck invites his fish suppliers down for a sampling of their goods made his way. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Home Smoked Salmon with Green Salad and Apple Vinaigrette Icebreaker Mojitos Roast Halibut with Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
Chuck's cooking for his mentors who are also his competition! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chinatown Oysters Quail and Egg on Creamed Spinach Rib Steak and Asparagus
After a long week at the restaurant, Chuck cooks for his little cousins. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chicken Nuggets Chuck's Awesome Poutine Orange Creamsicles Homemade Pickled Veggies
After a hard week, Chuck thanks the wait staff by serving them for a change. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Grandma's Homemade Ketchup Red Velvet Cupcakes Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
Chuck prepares a special meal for the cops in his neighborhood. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Doughnut Extravaganza Peach and Blue Cheese Salad Portuguese Chicken with Chorizo and Clams
The most important place in the restaurant is the kitchen. This week was a really hard and the kitchen staff was really pushed to their limits. Today is the day to reconnect. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Crab Salad Stuffed Potato Skins Root Vegetable Mash The Legendary Turducken
Theo and in-house wine guru, Jess, have a tasting and Chuck puts together some treats for them both. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Classic Greek Baklava Spinach and Lemon Risotto Greek Salad with Popcorn Cheese
Some foods, like Truffles, intimidate people. People love them to try them at the restaurant, but at home? Hold up! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chicken Supreme with Truffle and Sage Chocolate Truffles Mushroom and Cheese Brioche Oven-Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes Truffle Butter
Every week a brand new set of perfectly sharpened knives gets dropped off, so today I’ve decided to have some food ready for "the knife guy" to eat. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Brisket Sandwich Classic Onion Rings Endive and Grape Salad with Pear Vinaigrette
Music is a major part of the experience at the restaurant, so Chuck's invited the DJs down and in exchange for some eats. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Black Macarons Cauliflower and Arugula Salad Lobster Fettuccine
Bread is a small thing that makes a big difference when eating at a restaurant, so Chuck is cooking for the bread guy today. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Braised Port Lamb Shanks Peanut Butter and Jelly Foie Gras Sponge Toffee Tarte-Tatin: Tatin Pie
Chuck cooks the locksmiths a meal after they helped him unlock his restaurant. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Candy Bar Ganache Rice Pudding Mussels with Bacon and Rapini Not-Just-For-Breakfast Smashbrowns Stuffed Lamb Shoulder with Garlic Sauce
Chuck cooks for the local concierges who send in a lot of clients. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Flank Steak Salad with Jalapeno Poppers Jerk Crab Lentil and Goats Cheese Crostini
Chuck cooks up something special for Dans La Rue a charity which helps street kids get back on their feet. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chocolate Raspberry Cake Filet of Sole on Barley and Veg with Grainy Mustard Sauce Roasted Garlic Soup and Artichoke Croutons
It's Chuck's day off and he's treating his friend landlord, George. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chuck's Tzatziki Meyer Lemon and Honey Panna Cotta Panzanella Bread Salad Roasted Beets and Red Chard Greens
Chuck's spice guys are more than suppliers, they're his secret weapon. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Caramel Balsamic Swirl Ice Cream Grilled Sardines, Olive Pesto and Cauliflower Puree Short Rib Ravioli and Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Chuck's taking off to cook for his restaurant's bouncers. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chuck's Super Burgers Fried Calamari Ginger Rum Shandy
It's a struggle for Chuck to get away from the restaurant, but hockey is his escape. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Apple Butter Glazed Ham Cheddar Biscuits Popcorn Rock Shrimp with Spicy Honey Sauteed Leeks Scalloped Potatoes
In a small space like Chuck's, the bar has really taken on a life of its own, so today Chuck is treating his bar staff. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: BLT Caesar Ballpark Pretzels Chuck's Crab Cakes Deep Fried Stuffed Olives
The biggest disaster is when the dishwasher breaks down and this week, disaster struck! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Bacon Roasted Potatoes Cherry Cola Float Lamb Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Veal Stock
At Chuck's restaurant coffee is vital, so today Chuck will cook something special for his coffee supplier. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Affogato with Chuck's Coffee Cigars Black Cod Ratatouille En Papillote Pork Belly and Scallop Starter with Coffee Glaze
Chuck is letting the interns off the hook and is gonna cook for them. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Peanut and Spicy Orange Sauces Peking Duck Noodle Soup Shrimp Dumplings Szechuan Peppercorn Pancakes
A few weeks ago two guys started a restaurant composting company and got Garde Manger to sign up so today Chuck says thanks. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Blackened Chicken Salad Caramelized Pears Chicken Soup with Ground Chicken Meatballs Homemade Soda Crackers
Chuck is a workaholic who misses out on time with his dog, but with great dog walkers it makes things easier. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: 6-Minute Egg on Creamy Polenta with Crispy Serrano Ham Cheezy Mushroom Melt Dog and Human Cookies Mango Lassi
Trust your butcher. It’s one of the first things Chuck was taught and a great rule to live by in the restaurant world. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Bone Marrow Mash Caramelized Shallot Popovers Molten Chocolate Cakes Rib Roast with Mushroom Crust
Two lawyers help Chuck keep things in check at Garde Manger, so now's his chance to give back. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Banoffee Pie Killer Caesar Salad with Oyster Croutons Veal Chops with Stewed Tomatoes and White Beans
Chuck goes through a lot of rags, so its only natural on his day off he's going to treat his linen guy. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chuck's Bolognese Pan Seared Beef Carpaccio with Potato Chips, Fried Capers and Lemon Aioli Sticky Fig Pudding with Candied Fresh Figs
After a scooter mishap that ended with a stay in the hospital, Chuck has the hospital team over for a meal to thank them for getting him up and running again... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Creamy Tomato Soup Duck Breast with Red Wine Sauce and Butternut Squash Gnocchi Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions Honey Tangerine Gelatin
Chuck uses his day off to cook up something special for his old friend Nick a local concert promoter... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Balsamic Chicken Wings Cobb Salad Fish Tacos Homemade Peach Iced Tea
Cheese is a restaurant staple so Chuck is using his day off to work for the cheese guys! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Crispy Fried Cheese Squares Lemon Madeleines Pear Sorbet
Chuck is using his day off to bring the farm to the city... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Apple Turnover Rack of Lamb and Merguez Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Flowers
Chuck's daily routine includes a trip to the sandwich shop around the corner, so today Chuck is making lunch for the sandwich shop owners... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Gin and Tonic with Cucumbers and Lemongrass Kimchi Crab Spring Rolls Pulled Pork and Kimchi Sandwich
Chuck is cooking for his pan guy, take a solid reliable pan and the rest depends on the cook! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Molten Caramel Cakes Potato Latkes with Roasted Tomatoes, Zucchini and Fried Eggs Roasted Suckling Pig with Mushroom Stew
Vegetable suppliers make running a restaurant so much easier, so today Chuck is cooking for them... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Laughing Bird Shrimp with Black Garlic Salsa Root Vegetable Risotto with Carrot Butter White Chocolate Pavlova White Sangria
It's always bugged me that there aren’t a lot of women working in professional kitchens..... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Beef Tartare Clementine Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce Seafood Stew with Garlic Rouille Croutons
If there is one thing a restaurant needs to survive it's regulars. They are the backbone of the business... RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Burnt Orange Campari Chorizo and Preserved Lemon Couscous Grilled Fillet of Grouper with Roasted Cipollini and Tomatoes Poor Man's Pudding
In the restaurant industry, cleanliness is next to godliness. It’s almost as important as the food! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Adobo Pork Shanks with Fried Rice Pineapple Coconut Pie Salt Cured Cod and Roasted Garlic Croutons
If there is one thing we do right at the restaurant it's shucking oysters and serving them up with style! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chocolate Tapioca Arancini Grilled Rib Eyes with Sauteed Broccoli and Oysters Oyster Chowder Oysters RockAfeller
Chuck plays matchmaker with a perfect dinner for two! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Braised Octopus and Tangy Potato Salad Hot Chocolate with Homemade Espresso Marshmallows Spicy Lamb Meatballs
Chuck uses his day off to cook for everyone who helps make his restaurant a success!.. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: BBQ Turkey Drumsticks with Chipotle Glaze Chimichurri Mignonette Sauce Spinach and Cheese Dip Whoopie Pies
Chef Chuck Hughes has had a big year, he's opened a new restaurant, bought a home with his girlfriend and all the while juggled a red hot TV career, but now he's got a real challenge on his hands: He has to host his first Christmas dinner! Chuck works like mad to do his family traditions justice, add a few nods to his girlfriend Sabrina's Russian background, mix in a few classic Chuck touches and create his very own holiday celebration -- Chuckmas.
