Selena + Chef
Since social distancing at home, Selena has been spending more time in the kitchen than she ever has before, but it remains to be seen if cooking is one of her many talents. In each episode of this unapologetically authentic cook-along, Selena will be joined remotely by a different master chef. Together, they'll tackle cuisines of every variety, share invaluable tips and tricks, and deal with everything from smoking ovens to missing ingredients. Each episode will highlight a food-related charity, and this casual, funny, and informative series will embrace both the struggle and the joy of learning to cook--while inviting audiences to follow along at home.
- 2020-2022
- 4 seasons
- HBO Max
- Other, Reality, Talk & Interview
- TV-PG
Since social distancing at home, Selena has been spending more time in the kitchen than she ever has before, but it remains to be seen if cooking is one of her many talents. In each episode of this unapologetically authentic cook-along, Selena will be joined remotely by a different master chef. Together, they'll tackle cuisines of every variety, share invaluable tips and tricks, and deal with everything from smoking ovens to missing ingredients. Each episode will highlight a food-related charity, and this casual, funny, and informative series will embrace both the struggle and the joy of learning to cook--while inviting audiences to follow along at home.
Season 4 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
Selena + Ludo Lefebvre
Thu, Aug 18, 2022 30 mins
Selena's cooking journey comes full circle as her very first instructor Ludo Lefebvre returns to see just how much she's grown as they grill up sole with burnt tomato and sorrel, plus a dessert of pineapple with spicy banana caramel sauce.
Episode 2
Selena + Kristen Kish
Thu, Aug 18, 2022 30 mins
Chef, TV host, and fast-food enthusiast Kristen Kish helps Selena elevate a childhood-inspired summertime spread of Mexican street corn, glazed carrots, cheesy chickpea fried broccoli, and a strawberry vuzu dessert.
Episode 3
Selena + DeVonn Francis
Thu, Aug 18, 2022 30 mins
Artist, activist, and chef DeVonn Francis guides Selena through an elevated Jamaican meal of torched banana cake and banana leaf roasted snapper - but will her first kitchen injury and an attempt at opening a coconut derail the meal?
Episode 4
Selena + Rachael Ray
Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Emmy Award-winning television icon Rachael Ray helps Selena treat her Nana and Papa to a delicious date night meal of beer battered fish and elote salad, complete with a Michelada prepared by Rachael's husband, John.
Episode 5
Selena + Nick DiGiovanni
Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Social media cooking star Nick DiGiovanni challenges Selena to create homemade pesto pasta served inside an 80-pound cheese wheel - but only after she enlists Papa's help getting it from the front door to her kitchen.
Episode 6
Selena + Adrienne Cheatham
Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Prestigious New York chef Adrienne Cheatham immerses Selena in the world of French cooking with an ambitious brunch of poached salmon and grits, all topped with fresh hollandaise sauce.
Episode 7
Selena + Matty Matheson
Thu, Sep 1, 2022
Internet sensation and restaurant owner Matty Matheson - a big personality with an even bigger meal planned - walks Selena through Miami-style ribs and hello dolly bars for one of the most delicious (and musical) meals yet!
Episode 8
Selena + Priya Krishna
Thu, Sep 1, 2022
Food journalist, cookbook author, and YouTube personality Priya Krishna guides Selena through an easy and delicious "Indian-ish" lunch of Dahi toast with cilantro chutney, a veggie-filled Kachumber, and refreshing Shikanji.
Episode 9
Selena + Paola Velez
Thu, Sep 1, 2022
James Beard nominee, acclaimed pastry chef, and activist Paola Velez lives up to her impressive resume as she helps Selena create an indulgent, sweet, and savory menu featuring a chocolate cookie icebox cake and beef empanadas.
Episode 10
Selena + Gordon Ramsay
Thu, Sep 1, 2022
For her first-ever in-person lesson, Selena is joined by legendary chef Gordon Ramsay. But with butter-basted steak, pan-seared scallops, and more on an ambitious menu, will Selena be able to keep up with his rapid-fire instruction?
