Series synopsis
Selena + Chef: Home for the Holidays is an American reality television series that premiered on Food Network on November 30, 2023. It was created by Aaron Saidman. It stars Selena Gomez.
Selena Gomez is at the top of her game as a musical artist, actor, businesswoman, and philanthropist, but she calls in the experts to help amp up her kitchen skills for the holidays. This year she has invited all-star chefs Eric Adjepong, Alex Guarnaschelli, Michael Symon, and Claudette Zepeda to bring their favorite dishes and culinary wisdom to her home kitchen so they can cook up perfect holiday meals to share with friends and family.
Premise
Selena Gomez is at the top of her game as a musical artist, actor, businesswoman, and philanthropist, but she calls in the experts to help amp up her kitchen skills for the holidays. This year she has invited all-star chefs Eric Adjepong, Alex Guarnaschelli, Michael Symon, and Claudette Zepeda to bring their favorite dishes and culinary wisdom to her home kitchen so they can cook up perfect holiday meals to share with friends and family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Selena Gomez as Self - Host
Guest cast
- Alex Guarnaschelli as Self
- Michael Symon as Self
- Claudette Zepeda as Self
- Eric Adjepong as Self
- Raquelle Stevens as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | November 30, 2023 | December 21, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Selena + Alex Selena Gomez welcomes Chef Alex Guarnaschelli to help her cook a feast for her tree-trimming party. While the family decorates, Selena and Alex prepare an indulgent feast with Fried Mozzarella Sticks and Creamy Marinara, Alex's whipped cream infused "Chantilly" Mashed Potatoes, Black Pepper Roast Beef and Gravy, and Chocolate Candy Cane Bark to top it off. Alex and Selena make a video call to a very special someone. Later, the gang is joined by Selena's friends and family to enjoy the spread and admire the tree. |
November 30, 2023 |
| 2 |
Selena + Michael It's a surf-and-turf Christmas Eve as Chef Michael Symon joins Selena Gomez in the kitchen. They bond over a shared struggle before tackling a menu that includes giant juicy Smoked and Reverse-Seared Steaks and luxurious Lobster with Homemade Pasta. Raquelle assists by eating as much cheese as she grates, while a Escarole Salad with Anchovy Vinaigrette and Croutons challenges Selena to overcome a mental block. |
December 7, 2023 |
| 3 |
Selena + Claudette Selena Gomez and Chef Claudette Zepeda prepare a Mexican feast for the holidays. Claudette takes Selena back to her roots by making the traditional Latin Christmas dish of Tamales with a spicy pork filling. As they cook, Claudette teaches Selena and Raquelle some "kitchen yoga" to help them get through the rest of the festive menu of Roast Ham with Salsa Matcha, Charred Poblano Rice and a uniquely Mexican twist on a historic salad. |
December 14, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Food Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | November 30, 2023 |
| Last aired | December 21, 2023 |
| Status | continue |