Jamika Pessoa

Twelve hopefuls arrive in LA to compete for the chance to host their own show on The Food Network.

The 11 finalists transform a carnival sweet into a savory bite for a party on the Santa Monica Pier.

Bobby Flay turns up the heat and assigns each finalist a pepper to use for their spicy dish.

The 10 remaining finalists cater an after-party for Grammy Award winner Colbie Caillat.

Jeff Mauro, Geoffrey Zakarian and Bobby Flay are sharing their favorite ways to indulge in cheesy goodness. Top picks include a cheese curd-stuffed bratwurst, a fried cheese work of art and the most incredible Queso Fundido.

Some things in life are worth standing in line for, and we're sharing the foods we think are worth the wait. Alton Brown talks up his favorite beef Wellington, while Jamika Pessoa melts over buttery biscuits.