Take Home Chef Season 1 Episodes

Episode 1

Kathryn

Tue, May 16, 200622 mins

Curtis and camera crew install the cooktop and create a fun and functional work area. Together, Kathryn and Curtis treat guests to a hearty peasant lentil stew, grilled garlic bread and for dessert Rhubarb with Grand Marnier sabayon sauce.

Episode 2

Megan

Mon, May 15, 200622 mins

Megan plans a dinner surprise for boyfriend Chris. Curtis serves a creamy mussel soup and lobster in its own shell with an herb butter sauce. For dessert, Curtis whips up an unusual blend of spicy chocolate soup with red pepper and marshmallows.

Episode 3

Lara

Wed, May 17, 200622 mins

Lara decides to play hooky from work and make her friend, Sol, a belated birthday dinner. Curtis serves up a light meal of poached Cornish game hens on a bed of vegetable spaghetti followed by a candle-ridden flourless chocolate birthday cake.

Episode 4

Rita

Thu, May 18, 200622 mins

Jeffery, Wendy's husband, arrives home and jumps at the sight of the production crew. The family enjoys Curtis' meal of braised bison with red wine sauce and veggies, stuffed artichokes, baked swiss chard gratin and chocolate dipped dried fruit.

Episode 5

Alicia

Fri, May 19, 200622 mins

Yvette's husband, Brown, comes home early and catches the production crew off guard; turns out the husband surprises Curtis this time. Everyone has a good laugh before sitting down to braised lamb shanks with creamy polenta and pot au chocolat.

Episode 6

Lisa

Sat, May 20, 2006

Episode 7

Laurie

Tue, May 23, 200622 mins

Tonight is Laurie and her husband's "date night", so Curtis plans a romantic dinner. Roasted squash soup w/pine nuts and prosciutto-wrapped veal on a bed of peppers and for dessert orange chocolate tart topped with mint whipped cream.

Episode 8

Nicole

Sun, May 28, 200622 mins

Nicole and Matthew sit poolside as Curtis serves up marinated shrimp barbequed on sugar cane skewers and barbequed rainbow trout on a bed of green papaya salad; all of which is enhanced by the white rum and tequila mojitos.

Episode 9

Carolyn

Thu, May 25, 200622 mins

Curtis finds Natasha, a spunky 20-something, tasting free samples with a couple of friends. Natasha is eager to not only have a world-class chef in her kitchen, but to also learn a few tricks on how to master the art of cooking. Natasha, by her own admission, has had some tough luck in the kitchen and desperately needs an experienced set of hands to show her the ropes. Since Natasha is about to go on a diet, Curtis chooses a healthy menu where fresh halibut will be featured in both the appetizer and main dishes. Back at Natasha's home, Curtis makes due despite a tiny kitchen and sets up a make-shift cutting and dining table. After Michael, Natasha's husband, comes home from a long day at work, Curtis serves up a fresh halibut tatar (raw halibut) followed by a second dish of cooked halibut on a bed of greens. For dessert: roasted pineapple in rum sauce.

Episode 10

Michelle

Fri, May 26, 200622 mins

A birthday celebration for Michelle's mother and family. Curtis serves roasted potatoes stuffed with sour cream and chives along with spaghetti and crab meat in a white wine sauce. For desert, homemade apple sorbet topped with a spun sugar garnish.

Episode 11

Julia

Tue, May 30, 200622 mins

Curtis creates the perfect birthday dinner. Juicy roast beef with a mustard rub along with one of his hometown favorites: Yorkshire pudding. To complete the celebration, a chocolate cake topped with a creamy layer of white chocolate mousse.

Episode 12

Jackie

Fri, Jun 2, 200622 mins

Curtis serves an appetizer of raw and fried oysters, for the main dish- steamed mussels and red snapper in coconut sauce and fried bananas and almond brittle for dessert.

Episode 13

Shira

Sat, Jun 3, 200622 mins

Curtis and Shira surprise Natasha and then serve up Sangria and a variety of tapas plates including chorizo, cheese-stuffed chilies, marinated shrimp, stuffed artichokes, and lamb cutlets.

Episode 14

Heather V

Wed, Jun 14, 200622 mins

Mike is pleased with Heather's anniversary surprise and the two have a romantic candlelit dinner outside. Curtis serves a vinaigrette and Parmesan salad along with creamy lobster risotto. For dessert, a cheese plate with a pear port reduction.

Episode 15

Deanna

Fri, Jun 16, 200622 mins

Deanna's husband and kids are surprised and excited. The meal begins when Curtis serves grilled corn with butter and cheese spread and fava beans alongside the lamb barbequed in rosemary, garlic and honey. For dessert: a plum crumble.

Episode 16

Nancy

Tue, Jun 20, 200622 mins

After Nancy's husband Kent arrives, the two sit down to a starter of homemade tortilla chips with guacamole dip and a shrimp and tomatillo dip. After the porterhouse steaks, Curtis brings out the pavlova (meringue filled with whipped cream and fruit).

Episode 17

Marah

Fri, Jun 23, 200622 mins

Curtis gets challenged when he picks up former pastry chef Marah. The main course is steamed Alaskan black cod and stir-fry. For dessert, chocolate box filled with chocolate cream and fresh raspberries.

Episode 18

Jill

Fri, Jun 30, 200622 mins

Curtis convinces Jill to let him cook for her husband Bob. Starting with a salad of roasted turnips on a bed of turnip leaves topped with chunks of feta cheese. Curtis serves a hearty French dish, coq au vin. For dessert, pear fritters and pear sorbet.

Episode 19

Valerie

Fri, Jul 7, 200622 mins

Curtis serves grilled swordfish on a bed of fennel and capers and for dessert, rich chocolate mousse layered with crème brulee and topped with berries.

Episode 20

Jonathan

Mon, Jul 10, 200622 mins

For Jonathan and Hilary, Curtis serves Cajun chicken and spicy mashed potatoes. For dessert, a rich chocolate soufflé.

Episode 21

Jeanette

Fri, Jul 14, 200622 mins

Curtis serves up a spicy fried cheese salad, buffalo rib-eye steaks with a spicy green pepper sauce, and fried baby bananas with a spicy crème topping.

Episode 22

Anastasia

Sun, Jul 16, 200622 mins

Curtis serves fillet mignon with red wine and mushroom sauce on a bed of sautéed spinach for Anastasia and Mike. For dessert, he whips up strawberries flambé topped with granita.

Episode 23

Jessica

Fri, Jul 21, 200622 mins

Curtis sneaks up on Jessica who suspects it's all a joke, but agrees to take him home anyway. Curtis serves chicken wrapped in prosciutto and herbs and a large bowl of silky tiramisu.

Episode 24

Nickella

Sun, Jul 23, 200622 mins

Nickella plays piano and Curtis tries his best to sing along. The two create a song about oregano and shrimp to commemorate the special occasion. Curtis serves lamb and vegetable curry and for dessert, peanut butter ice cream on top of fried plantains.

Episode 25

Karin

Tue, Jul 25, 200622 mins

Curtis serves zucchini stuffed with ricotta and tomato sauce, linguini with shrimp in a homemade pesto sauce, and fresh seasonal berries in a raspberry sauce.

Episode 26

Layla

Wed, Jul 26, 200622 mins

Layla thinks men have no business in the kitchen, and Curtis vows to prove her wrong. Layla and John enjoy seafood paella and caramelized mangoes in a coconut basket with coconut ice cream, thanks to Curtis, who proves that men can definitely cook.

Episode 27

Heather M

Fri, Jul 28, 200622 mins

Curtis approaches Heather and offers to help her prepare a gourmet meal for her and her boyfriend. Curtis serves braised yellowtail snapper and a rich crème caramel.

Episode 28

Eva

Fri, Jul 28, 200622 mins

Eva and her family sit down to a family feast featuring celery root and potato gratin, cooked string beans, meat loaf with a mushroom and red wine sauce and for dessert, poached pears with vanilla ice cream.

Episode 29

Monica

Sun, Aug 6, 200622 mins

Curtis startles Monica who turns out to be double trouble for our chivalrous chef. Curtis serves a south-east Asian curry with jumbo shrimp and scallops. For dessert, he serves strawberries poached in champagne with whipped mascarpone and crème fraiche.

Episode 30

Nicole N

Tue, Aug 8, 200622 mins

Curtis serves steamed orange roughy (an Australian fish) with noodles and stir-fry to a family with a plethora of dietary restrictions. For dessert, he's baked pears with maple syrup, dried fruit, and nuts.

Episode 31

Hilary

Tue, Aug 15, 200622 mins

Curtis teaches Hilary how to cook. He serves a duck and watermelon followed by monk fish served on top of creamy garlic potatoes.

Episode 32

Chris

Tue, Sep 5, 200622 mins

Curtis serves a French classic: steak tartare with homemade potato chips and a baby vegetable salad, followed by the most romantic dessert ever: crepes suzette with vanilla ice cream.

Episode 33

Britani

Tue, Sep 19, 200622 mins

For starters, salad of romaine lettuce with Parmesan crisps, poached egg and a creamy, garlic dressing. For main course, bubbly, four-cheese fondue of vegetables and bread. For dessert, an assortment of summer fruit and rich creamy chocolate fondue.

Episode 34

Gina

Wed, Sep 20, 200622 mins

A spicy Kosher Indian feast is on the menu, featuring a main course of oven-roasted shoulder of lamb, with mouth-watering okra bhaji and rice as side dishes. And for dessert, Curtis sets out to create a pineapple poached in a sweet, mint syrup.

Episode 35

Desi

Tue, Oct 3, 200622 mins

Desi and Jason enjoy the crab and vegetable spring rolls while Curtis breaks in Desi's new wok, cooking the Pad Thai noodles with hot and spicy sizzling-shrimp.

Episode 36

Anjali

Wed, Oct 4, 200622 mins

Curtis serves tuna tenderloin covered in herbs, a Dungeness crab and mango salad with homemade vinaigrette, and for dessert, a mango and pink champagne granita.

Episode 37

Barbie

Fri, Oct 6, 200622 mins

Curtis prepares two pasta dishes. The first uses fettuccine served with spicy Italian sausage and asparagus, while the other fettuccine dish is complemented by swordfish and zucchini. For dessert, a self-saucing chocolate and espresso pudding.

Episode 38

Tara S.

Sat, Oct 7, 200622 mins

Curtis prepares two entrees: Portobello mushrooms topped with ricotta cheese and a pepper-crusted New York steak. And for dessert, French toast, dusted with sugar and cinnamon and served with caramelized peaches.

Episode 39

Ava

Sun, Oct 8, 200622 mins

Curtis serves the best gourmet burger in America. For dessert, Curtis brings out vanilla panna cotta doused in a cherry consommé.

Episode 40

Valerie T

Mon, Oct 9, 200622 mins

an appetizer of spicy gazpacho soup with shrimp and seared ahi tuna crusted with sesame seeds for the main course followed by a sinfully-sweet dessert of caramelized pineapples with vanilla ice cream.

Episode 41

Terah

Tue, Oct 10, 200622 mins

Curtis prepares a delicious quail dinner, followed by a dessert of white chocolate sauce-covered berries.

Episode 42

Kristi

Thu, Oct 12, 200622 mins

Curtis creates a Serrano ham & cheese plate, drizzled with a sherry-vinegar reduction for an appetizer. For the main course, pot-roasted veal cooked with generous amounts of garlic & herbs and Potatas Bravas complete with tomato/garlic dipping sauce.

Episode 43

Mary

Wed, Feb 11, 202622 mins

After surprising Mary's daughters and husband, Curtis serves a homestyle family dinner of crispy, butter-stuffed chicken, roasted squash with maple syrup, and organic salad with honey-mustard dressing. For dessert, classic English bread pudding.

Episode 44

Emma

Sat, Oct 14, 200622 mins

Curtis serves an appetizer of sautéed foie gras with crispy potatoes and caramelized apples. And for the main course, a Pot-au-feu of lobster, scallops, foie gras and white truffles.

Episode 54

Lesli

Sat, Nov 11, 200622 mins

Lesli is surprised by Curtis, who offers to teach her how to make a great Chinese meal, while Lesli teaches Curtis a few things about music in her studio. Lesli's friend Sandy is pleased when she gets a look at what's cooking in the kitchen.